Exhaust System Maintenance; Fuel System Maintenance; Mixer/Throttle Control Device; Alarms (Service Code Detection System) - Briggs & Stratton GC1031 GENSET Mode D'emploi

Exhaust System Maintenance

WARNING
Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting
in serious injury.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
When inspecting the exhaust system, check the following:
• Inspect the exhaust manifold at the cylinder head for
leaks.
• Check that all retaining bolts and shields (if used) are in
place.
• Inspect the fasteners between the manifold and the
exhaust pipe to make sure they are tight and that there
are no exhaust leaks. Repair as necessary.
• Inspect exhaust pipe connection for leaks. Repair as
necessary.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in
section 4442, maintained in effective working order. Other
states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws;
reference Federal Regulation 36 CFR Part 261.52.

Fuel System Maintenance

WARNING
Propane and Natural Gas are extremely flammable
and explosive, which could cause burns, fire or explosion
resulting in death or serious injury.
• Inspect the fuel system periodically.
• NO leakage is permitted.
• DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present.
Pressure Regulator
The pressure regulator components have been specifically
designed and calibrated to meet the fuel system requirements
of the engine.
If the regulator fails to operate or develops a leak, it must
be repaired or replaced with the OEM recommended
replacement parts. When inspecting the regulator, check the
following:
• Check for any fuel leaks at the inlet and outlet fittings.
• Check for any fuel leaks in the regulator body.
• Check to make sure the regulator is correctly mounted
and the mounting bolts are tight.
• Check the regulator for external damage.

Mixer/Throttle Control Device

The mixer and throttle body components have been
specifically designed and calibrated to meet the fuel system
requirements of the engine.
A dirty air filter can significantly alter the mixer performance.
Make sure the air filter is clean. When inspecting the mixer
and throttle body, check the following:
• Check for leaks at all the fittings.
• Make sure the mixer and throttle body are securely
mounted.
• Inspect and clean the air filter element according to the
recommended service intervals listed in the maintenance
chart.
• Inspect air inlet hose connection and clamp. Inspect hose
for cracking, splitting, or chafing. Replace as necessary.
• Check fuel lines for cracking, splitting, or chafing. Replace
as necessary.
• Check for leaks at the throttle body and intake manifold.

Alarms (Service Code Detection System)

The generator will have to run for long periods of time with
no operator present. For that reason, the system is equipped
with sensors that automatically shut down the generator in
the event of potentially damaging conditions, such as low oil
pressure, high temperature, over speed, and other conditions.
The generator's control board shows service alarm
descriptions on the digital display. The service alarm
descriptions are listed in the "Alarms" section inside the
online "Operation Instructions GC1031 GENSET
Controller" manual (part number 80086364).
Acknowledge and Reset the Alarms
(Service Code Detection System)
Push the up and down arrows (A) simultaneously to reset the
alarm.
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