General Information; Equipment Description; Installer Responsibilities; Owner Responsibilities - Briggs & Stratton GC1031 GENSET Mode D'emploi

General Information

For most applications, this manual contains the information
necessary for the correct installation, operation, and
maintenance of the equipment. All efforts have been made to
make sure that the information in this manual is accurate and
current. We reserve the right to change the product and this
document without notification.

Equipment Description

NOTICE 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 can 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
can create hazards or hamper rescue or fire-fighting
operations.

Installer Responsibilities

• Read and obey the safety instructions.
• Install only a NRTL-approved transfer switch that is
compatible with the generator.
• Read and obey 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 service.
• Discuss the generator placement with owner.
• Make sure that ALL manuals are given to the owner after
the installation has been completed.

Owner Responsibilities

• Read and obey 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.
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Installation Factors to Consider

The illustrations shown in this manual are for typical
circumstances. They are meant to familiarize you with the
installation options available for the generator.
Federal and local codes, appearance, noise levels, fuel types,
and distances are installation factors that must be considered.
Remember that, as the distance increases from the existing
electrical service and gaseous fuel supply, and the number
of bends in the fuel supply increases, compensations must
be made for piping and wiring materials. This is necessary
to comply with local codes and overcome electrical voltage
drops and gaseous fuel pressure drops.

Delivery Inspection

Avoid damage from dropping, bumping, or collision with the
shipping carton.
After removing the carton, carefully inspect the generator for
any damage that may have occurred during shipment.
If loss or damage is found at the time of delivery, have the
person(s) making the delivery notate the loss or damage on
the freight bill and affix his signature under the consignor's
memo of loss or damage. If the loss or damage is notated
after delivery, separate the damaged materials and then
contact the carrier for claim procedures. Missing or damaged
parts are not warranted.

Shipment Contents

The generator system is supplied with:
• Oil (5W30 Synthetic)
• Flexible fuel line
• Quick Operation Manual
• Product and emissions warranty booklet
• 2 access keys
• 15 Amp ATO-type fuse
• Battery tie-down strap
• Tamper proof plug
• Qty (2) 1/4-20 Screws (to achieve a 140-175 mph wind
rating).
• 4 lifting hole caps
• Touch up paint
Not included (You will need):
• Carbon monoxide detector(s)
• Smoke detector(s)
• Starting battery
• Connecting wire and conduit
• Fuel supply valves/plumbing
• Crane, lifting straps, chains or cables
• Two 60" (152cm) lengths of 3/4" (1.9cm) nominal
minimum Schedule 40 steel pipe (NOT conduit)
• Torque screwdriver, 5 to 50 inch-pound range
• Multi-meter