About This Manual; Installer Responsibilities; Owner Responsibilities; Battery Warmer Kit - Briggs & Stratton FORTRESS Manual Del Usuario

About This Manual

For most applications, the Installation and Operation Manual
contains all the information required to properly install,
operate, and maintain the generator.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this
manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve the
right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product and
this document at any time without prior notice.
Ensure that this manual is given to the owner after the
installation has been completed.
Equipment Description
This product is intended only for use as an optional
generator system to provide 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 either an emergency
standby or legally required standby system as defined by
NFPA 70 (NEC).
• Emergency generator systems are intended to
automatically supply illumination, power, or both, to
designated areas and equipment in the event of failure
of the normal supply. Emergency systems may also
provide power for such functions as ventilation where
essential to maintain life, where current interruption of
the normal supply would produce serious life safety or
health hazards.
• Legally required standby generator systems are
intended to automatically supply power to selected
loads in the event of failure of the normal source which
could create hazards or hamper rescue or fire-fighting
operations.
Before Installation
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing professionals
should attempt generator system installations. Installations
must strictly comply with all applicable codes, industry
standards, laws, and regulations.
To arrange for proper installation, contact the retailer from
whom you purchased the generator, your dealer, a licensed
electrician, or your utility power provider.
In some areas you may need electrical permits for installing
the generator, building permits for intalling gas lines, and
permits for noise allowances. The installer should check local
codes and obtain the necessary permits before installing the
system.
The generator warranty is VOID unless the system is
installed by licensed electrical and plumbing professionals.

Installer Responsibilities

• Read and observe the safety instructions.
• Install only a UL-approved transfer switch that is
compatible with the generator.
• Read and follow the instructions in this installation and
operation manual.
• Installation must strictly comply with all applicable
codes, industry standards, laws, and regulations.
• Allow sufficient room on all sides of the generator for
maintenance and servicing.

Owner Responsibilities

• Read and follow the instructions in this installation and
operation manual.
• Follow a regular schedule for maintaining and using
the generator, as specified in this manual.
• Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and
maintained indoors according to the manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations. Smoke alarms
cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer's instructions
and recommendations. Carbon monoxide alarms
cannot detect smoke.

Battery Warmer Kit

If operating the generator below 30°F (-1°C), it is
recommended that the optional Battery Warmer Kit be
installed. The battery warmer is available separately through
servicing dealers under part number 6343.
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