• • Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. Generator Maintenance Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow, leaves or any other foreign material. NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator. Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. In addition, if water enters generator through cooling air slots, some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of the rotor and stator winding insulation. Water and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these windings. WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK • Use approved spark plug tester. • DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. Battery Maintenance Other than float charging, described elsewhere, no maintenance is required for the starting battery. Keep the battery and terminals clean and dry. IMPORTANT: Battery charging should be performed in a dry location, such as inside a garage. Generator Cleaning • Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean. CAUTION Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life. • DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors. • DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots. • Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil. • Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris. • Inspect cooling air slots and opening on generator. These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed. 14 6200W Portable Generator STORAGE The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage. Generator Storage • Clean the generator as outlined in “Generator Cleaning”. • Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed. WARNING Storage covers can be flammable. • DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator. • Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover on the equipment. Engine Storage See engine operator’s manual for instructions. Other Storage Tips Fuel will become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acids and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Prior to storage, if gasoline has not been treated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained from the engine into an approved container. Then run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. When fuel stabilizers are used according to their instructions, there is no need to drain the gasoline from the engine prior to storage. Use Briggs & Stratton FRESH START™ fuel stabilizer, available as a liquid additive or a drip concentrated liquid cartridge. Run the engine for a short time to circulate stabilizer throughout the fuel system. Engine and fuel can then be stored up to 24 months. If gasoline is drained, the use of a fuel stabilizer in the storage container is still recommended to maintain freshness. • DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it has been treated as described above. • Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit. • Store unit in a clean and dry area. 15 6200W Portable Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction No AC output is available, but generator is running. 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 2. Fault in generator. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 4. Connected device is bad. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Contact Authorized service facility. 3. Check and repair. 4. Connect another device that is in good condition. Generator runs good at no-load but "bogs" down" when loads are connected. 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Generator is overloaded. 3. Shorted generator circuit. 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. 2. See "Don't Overload Generator". 3. Contact Authorized service facility. Generator will not start; or starts and runs rough. 1. Failed battery. 2. Low oil level. 1. Replace battery. 2. Fill crankcase to proper level or place generator on level surface. Generator shuts down during operation. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Generator lacks power. Load is too high. See "Don't Overload Generator". 16 BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PORTABLE GENERATOR OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective February 1, 2006 re...