Briggs & Stratton XL4000 Manual Del Operario página 9

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I. Turn OFF and unplug ALL electrical loads from
generator panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine
with electrical devices plugged in and turned ON.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to
stabilize internal temperatures of engine and generator.
3. Hove fuel valve to'°Off' position.
4. Turn engine off according to instructions given in the
engine operator's manual.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] combined with high humidity), your generator
may experience icing of the carburetor and/or the
crankcase breather system.To reduce this problem, you
need to perform the following:
I. Hake sure generator has clean, fresh fuel.
2. Open fuel valve (turn valve to open position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30 oil (synthetic preferred, see engine
operator's manual).
4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours of
operation.
S. Haintain generator following"Haintenance Schedule"
in engine operator's manual.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
Creating a Temporary Shelter
[. [n an emergency, use the original shipping carton.
2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to
expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other
sides of carton to fit over generator as shown in
Figure 4.
NOTE: If required, remove wheel kit to fit carton over
generator
as shown in Figure 4.
3. Cut appropriate slots to access receptacles of unit.
4. Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
5. Locate generator as described in the section
"Generator Location". Keep exhaust gas from entering
a confined area through windows, doors, ventilation
intakes or other openings.
WANNING
Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure
(even if doors or windows are open), including the generator
compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).