Home Generator Systems Installation and Start-Up Manual 10000 Watt Home Generator System Manual No. 205750GS Rev.
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton home generator. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in the operator’s manual, your Briggs & Stratton home generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with home generator systems and how to avoid them.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hazard Symbols and Meanings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Equipment Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Customer Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Save These Instructions Important Safety Instructions The safety alert symbol ( ) is used with a signal word (DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. Failure to properly ground generator can result in electrocution. Failure to isolate generator from power utility can result in death or injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy. • When using generator for backup power, notify utility company. • DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles. • DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles or structures causing a fire. • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. • Allow equipment to cool before touching. • DO NOT install the generator closer than 5 feet (1.5m) from any combustibles or structures with combustible walls having a fire resistance rating of less than 1 hour.
Installation CAUTION Equipment Description This product is intended for use as an optional home generator system which provides an alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort or inconvenience. This product does not qualify for emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
Home Generator Location Before installing generator, consult with homeowner and convey the following guidelines which may affect the desired location. WARNING Exhaust heat / gasses can ignite combustibles or structures causing a fire. • DO NOT install the generator closer than 5 feet (1.5m) from any combustibles or structures with combustible walls having a fire resistance rating of less than 1 hour.
The home generator is shipped already attached to its mounting pad. Unless mandated by local code, a concrete slab is not required. If mandated by local code, construct a concrete slab at least 3 inches thick and 6 inches longer and wider than the unit. Attach unit to slab with 1/4” diameter (minimum) masonry anchor bolts long enough to retain the unit. Fuel and Electrical Inlet Locations The fuel inlet connector (A) and electrical inlet (B) is shown below. B 4.
• Install the flexible, gaseous hose (supplied) between the home generator Fuel Inlet port and rigid piping to prevent thermal expansion or contraction from causing excessive stress on the piping material. NOTE: Where local conditions include earthquake, tornado, unstable ground, or flood hazards, special consideration shall be given to increase strength and flexibility of piping supports and connections.
Fuel Consumption Estimated fuel supply requirements at half and full load for natural gas and LP vapor fuels are shown below. Natural Gas LP Vapor 1/2 Load Full Load 1/2 Load Full Load 84 C 162 C 35 C 65 C 84,000 B 162,000 B 86,375 B 163,625 B C = Cubic feet per hour B = BTU’s per hour Fuel Pipe Sizing The tables below provide the maximum capacity of pipe in cubic feet of gas per hour for gas pressures of 0.5 psi or less and a pressure drop of 0.3 in. water column.
System Connectors Except for the power output and grounding connectors, all signal wire connections are made to removable two- or ten-pin connector plugs. Compare this illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of these important connections: A B C D E F G A - 2 Pole Connector Plug B - 240 Volt Utility — Use to hook up the 240V utility leads from the transfer switch to the generator. C - +12 Volt DC, .5 Amp Output — Internal power supply.
Generator AC Connection System System Control Panel A single-phase, three-wire AC connection system is used in the home generator. The stator assembly consists of a pair of stationary windings with two leads brought out of each winding. The junction of leads 22 and 33 forms the neutral lead. Keep field wiring to a minimum. A complete schematic and wiring diagram can be found in the separate operator’s manual. NOTE: Neutral is not bonded to ground at generator.
Final Installation Considerations Engine Oil NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure. • Refer to Maintenance and engine manual for oil fill information. • Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void engine and generator warranty. This engine is shipped from the factory pre-run and filled with synthetic oil (API SJ/CF 5W-30W).
Initial Start-up (No Load) Before operating the home generator or placing it into service, inspect the entire installation carefully. Then begin testing the system without any electrical loads connected, as follows: 1. Set generator’s main circuit breaker to its ON (closed) position. 2. Install 15 Amp fuse in control panel. 3. Set generator’s system switch to AUTO. 4. Push MANUAL OVER-RIDE button on control panel.
Controls See the Operator’s Manual for complete description of the home generator controls. Operation Automatic Operation Sequence The generator’s control panel houses a logic control circuit board. This control board constantly monitors utility power source voltage. Should that voltage drop below a preset level, control board action will signal the engine to crank and start. When utility source voltage is restored above a preset voltage level, the engine is signaled to shut down.
