Snapper 1667-0 User's Manual
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1. ED SMAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator pinto SCHEMATIC BRIDGE e RECTIFTER ED BLUE RIV 6 4 2 DPE _ 000000 1 FIELD A Z N 13600000 O F R X 000000 LUE gt OWER 11 304 ON SE a RED 22 3LUE 11A B RED 22 120 VAC vi gia AGR AMS GI Snapper 3250 Watt Generator EO SNAPPER b LE gd WIRING DIAGRAM a Q o z A r Snapper 3250 Watt Generator ED SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS EXPLODED VIEW MAIN UNIT EXPLODED Snapper 3250 Watt Generator ED SNAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS PARTS LIST MAIN UNIT Item Part Description 190103GS SET Decal Unit amp Air Cover 2 MI9034IGS ASST Cradle 3 67989GS NUT 4 81917GS PIN Roll 5 70642GS MOUNT Vibe 6 66365GS HOUSING Engine Adapter 7 86307GS SCREW 8 B2816JGS ASSY Rotor Includes Item 9 9 6579IGS BEARING Ball 10 96796GS WASHER Il 24823GS SCREW 12 190488AGS ASSY Stator 13 SRV66825DGS CARRIER Rear Bearing 14 67022GS GROMMET Rubber 15 86308GS SCREW 16 189645GS ASSY Control Panel see page 18 17 74908GS SCREW 18 189999GS DECAL Control Panel 19 91825GS RECTIFIER Brush amp Bridge 20 66849GS SCREW 21 86494GS SCREW Wing 22 26850GS WASHER 23 14353621GS WIRE Ground 24 B4986GS DECAL2. Install Wheel Kit as follows Refer to Figure I Figure Installing the Wheel Kit Axle Stud Use Existing Washer J Fasteners to Secure Leg Mounting Leg H KZ Vibration Mount Retaining Pin L Capscrew I Place bottom of generator cradle on a flat surface 2 Place axle stud through wheel retainer on cradle frame 3 Use 15 16 wrench to secure the axle stud to frame with 5 8 18 jam nut 4 Install the other axle stud in the same manner NOTE Be sure to install wheel with raised hub inboard 5 Tip unit and install the wheel Place flat washer over axle stud 6 Retain wheel on axle stud with retaining pin Install other wheel on remaining axle shaft the same way 7 Attach the vibration mount to the mounting leg with a capscrew and lock nut 8 Remove two front nuts from vibration mount on unit with 13mm wrench Use these nuts to retain the mounting leg 9 Center the lifting handle on generator end of cradle Attach the handle using two 13mm wrenches with two capscrews and two hex nuts BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Add Engine Oil and Fuel Place generator on a level surface CAUTION Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure e Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warra
3. 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 The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency For warranty information refer to the engine owner s manual In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester it must be maintained in effective working order SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death The safety alert symbol A 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 CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in equipment damage Follow safety messages to
4. Make sure unit is on a level surface IMPORTANT Failure to start and operate unit on a level surface will cause the unit not to start or shut down during operation 2 Turn the fuel valve to the On position Figure 2 Figure 2 Fuel Valve Fuel Valve is shown in the On position 3 Start engine according to instructions given in engine owner s manual NOTE If engine starts but fails to run or if unit shuts down during operation make sure unit is on a level surface and check for proper oil level in crankcase This unit may be equipped with a low oil protection device See engine manual Connecting Electrical Loads Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC single phase 60 Hz electrical loads gt SMAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex receptacles e DO NOT connect 3 phase loads to the generator DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator e DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR See Don t Overload Generator on page 9 Stopping the Engine I 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 30 seconds to stabilize internal temperatures of engine and generator 3 Turn engine off according to instructions given in engine owner s
5. Ground 25 23762GS WASHER 26 84346GS SCREW 27 86292GS SCREW 28 84242GS GROMMET Plastic RBC 29 BB306IGS BOTTLE Oil 31 191775GS DECAL Start Instructions 33 77816GS DECAL Caution Hot Muffler 34 190675GS MANUAL Owners 35 275092 MANUAL Engine 36 93639GS DECAL Danger 37 70644GS SCREW 38 23762GS WASHER 39 55199JGS WIRE Ground Panel 40 22129GS WASHER Lock 900 NSP ENGINE ED SMAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator b LE A 2 Item Part Description I 95600GS COVER Control Panel 2 75475GS SCREW 3 94396BGS BREAKER Circuit 4 94396FGS BREAKER Circuit 5 23365GS WASHER 6 68759GS OUTLET 120V 20A Duplex 7 38150GS WASHER 8 22264GS WASHER Lock 9 51715GS NUT 10 68868GS OUTLET Locking 120V AC 30A 2 EXPLODED Snapper 3250 Watt Generator EO SNAPPER 8 bv Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS USE EXISTING FASTENERS TO SECURE ITEM 6 1 14 _ PS Item Part f Description I 87005AGS PIN Retaining 2 87280GS WHEEL 3 93728GS STUD Axle 4 94222QGS JAM NUT Lock 5 49808GS WASHER 6 190505GS LEG Mounting 8 B84910GS HANDLE Lifting Includes Item 9 9 75928GS GRIP Handle 10 39287GS SCREW I1 52858GS NUT Lock 12 77395GS NUT Lock 13 47411GS SCREW 14 87841GS MOUNT Rubber Donut 2 SNAPPER OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective January I 2003 LIMITED WARRANTY This Snapper product is distributed under license to Briggs amp Stratton Pow
6. avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Hazard Symbols and Meanings n Y Electrocution Electrical Shock Electrical Shock R Ae M Explosion Fire SA 3 Toxic Fumes Chemical Burn Hot Surface Explosive Pressure SAFETY RULES DANGER Running generator gives off carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea fainting or death Operate generator ONLY outdoors Keep at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of generator for adequate ventilation DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle RV DANGER Generator produces powerful voltage 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 Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from electric utility Use a ground circuit fault interrupter GFCI in any damp or highly conductive area such as metal decking or steel work DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn frayed bare or otherwise damaged DO NOT operate generator in the ra
7. run without water supplied or damage or malfunctions resulting from accidents abuse modifications alterations or improper servicing or freezing or chemical deterioration Accessory parts such as guns hoses wands and nozzles are excluded from the product warranty Also excluded is used reconditioned and demonstration equipment equipment used for prime power in place of utility power and equipment used in life support applications BRIGGS amp STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP LLC JEFFERSON WISCONSIN U S A
8. same time Follow these simple steps I Select the items you will power at the same time 2 Total the rated running watts of these items This is the amount of power your generator must produce to keep your items running See Figure 5 3 Estimate how many surge starting watts you will need Surge wattage is the short burst of power needed to start electric motor driven tools or appliances such as a circular saw or refrigerator Because not all motors start at the same time total surge watts can be estimated by adding only the item s with the highest additional surge watts to the total rated watts from step 2 Example Rated Running Additional Surge Tool or Appliance Snapper 3250 Watt Generator Watts Starting Watts Window Air 1200 1800 Conditioner Refrigerator 800 1600 Deep Freezer 500 500 Television 500 Light 75 Watts 75 3075 Total 1800 Highest Running Watts Surge Watts Total Rated Running Watts 3075 Highest Additional Surge Watts 1800 Total Generator Output Required 4875 Power Management To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices it is important to take care when adding electrical loads to your generator There should be nothing connected to the generator outlets before starting it s engine The correct and safe way to manage generator power is to sequentially add loads as follows I With nothing connected to the generator start the engine as descri
9. use in mobile equipment or marine applications WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT e Transport repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF Disconnect spark plug wire WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters clothes dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors This generator does not meet U S Coast Guard Regulation 33CFR 183 and should not be used on marine applications Failure to use the appropriate U S Coast Guard approved generator could result in bodily injury and or property damage ED SNAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator SAFETY RULES b LE A A WARNING CAUTION Kk Exceeding generators wattage amperage capacity can V Unintentional sparking can result in fire or damage generator and or electrical devices connected ll electric shock SONE See Don t Overload Generator on page 9 S d let engine stabilize bef WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR lin l GENERATOR Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug Connect electrical loads in OFF position then turn ON for operation Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator WARNING Running engines produce heat Temperature of CAUTION Eu and nearby areas can reach or exceed Improper
10. 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle Circuit Breakers AC 120 Volt AC 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 20 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical lighting appliance tool and motor loads 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt AC 30 Amp single phase 60 Hz electrical lighting appliance tool and motor loads Air Cleaner Uses a dry type filter element and foam pre cleaner to limit the amount of dirt and dust sucked into the engine PE Fastener Rocker Switch Choke Lever Air Cleaner Choke Lever Used when starting a cold engine Circuit Breakers AC Each receptacle is provided with a push to reset circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload Fuel Tank Capacity of one U S gallon Grounding Fastener If required please consult a qualified electrician electrical inspector or local agency having jurisdiction Recoil starter Used to start the engine Rocker Switch Set this switch to On before using recoil starter Set switch to Off to switch OFF engine EI SNAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS INSTALL WHEEL KIT To install wheel kit you need the following tools e 15 16 22mm box open end or socket wrench e Two 13mm box open end or socket wrenches
11. F CHILDREN DON T POLLUTE CONSERVE RESOURCES RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS Snapper 3250 Watt Generator Generator Maintenance Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry Operate and store the unit in a clean dry environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust dirt moisture or any corrosive vapors Cooling air slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow leaves or any other foreign material NOTE DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems In addition if water enters generator through cooling air slots some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of the rotor and stator winding insulation Water and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these windings 14 Uli Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug Generator Cleaning Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean CAUTION Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture dust dirt or corrosive vapors DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil
12. PER 32 50 Wa tt ta Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Generator Questions Help is ust a moment away Contact your Local Snapper Service Center Web www snapper com or riggsandstratton com o I548471037491M 4 Model No 1667 0 3250 Watt AC Gen or Manual No 190675GS Revisi EI SNAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules usi sakke a a EN 2 4 Know Your Generator 5 Assembly is s i dite ba T ia 6 Operation sid ai sie sa a pepe EA ag e 7 9 Product Specifications Maintenance 10 Storage EA H Troubleshooting i rien 12 NOteS 22 a EES EELER RE REALI 13 Schematic Wiring Diagram 14 15 Replacement Parts 16 19 Warranty b h A Last Page EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Read this manual carefully and become LLI familiar with vour generator Know its applications its limitations and anv hazards involved The generators are an engine driven revolving field alternating current AC generator It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting appliances tools and motor loads The generator s revolving field is driven at about 3 600 rpm by a single cylinder engine CAUTION DO NOT exceed the generator s wattage amperage capacity See Don t Overload Generator on page 9
13. Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt Use low pressure air not to exceed 25 psi to blow away dirt Inspect cooling air slots and opening on generator These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed STORAGE The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage Generator Storage Clean the generator as outlined in Generator Cleaning Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed A WARNING Storage covers can be flammable e DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover on the equipment Snapper 3250 Watt Generator EI SNAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Engine Storage See engine owner s manual for instructions Other Storage Tips To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts add fuel stabilizer into fuel tank and fill with fresh gasoline Run the unit for several minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor The unit and fuel can then be stored for up to 24 months Fuel stabilizer can be purchased locally DO NOT store gasoline from one season to another unless it has been treated as described above Replace fuel container if it
14. bed in this manual 2 Plug in and turn on the first load preferably the largest load you have 3 Permit the generator output to stabilize engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly KD SMAPPER Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS 4 Plugin and turn on the next load 5 Again permit the generator to stabilize 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity as described above Figure 5 Wattage Reference Chart Additional Surge Starting Watts Rated Running Watts Tool or Appliance Essentials Light Bulb 75 watt 75 Deep Freezer 500 500 Sump Pump 800 1200 Refrigerator Freezer 18 Cu Ft 800 1600 Water Well Pump 1 3 HP 1000 2000 Heating Cooling Window AC 10 000 BTU 1200 1800 Window Fan 300 600 Furnace Fan Blower 1 2 HP 800 Kitchen Microwave Oven 1000 Watt 1000 Coffee Maker 1500 Electric Stove Single Element 1500 Hot Plate 2500 Family Room DVD CD Player 100 VCR 100 Stereo Receiver 450 Color Television 27 500 Personal Computer w 17 monitor 800 Other Security System 180 AM FM Clock Radio 300 Garage Door Opener 1 2 HP 480 Electric Water Heater 40 Gallon 4000 DIY Job Site Quartz Halogen Work Light 1000 Airle
15. er Products Briggs amp Stratton Power Products will repair or replace free of charge any part or parts of the equipment that are defective in material or workmanship or both Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser This warranty is effective for the time periods and subject to the conditions provided for in this policy For warranty service find your nearest Authorized service dealer by calling l 800 317 7833 Warranty service may only be performed by a Briggs amp Stratton Power Products Authorized service dealer THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE TIME PERIOD SPECIFIED OR TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED VVARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW Some countries or states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some countries or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from country to country or state to state WARRANTY PERIOD PRODUCTS CONSUMER USE COMMERCIAL USE FACTORY RECONDITIONED UNITS P
16. ervice would not apply if equipment damage occurred because of misuse lack of routine maintenance shipping handling warehousing or improper installation Similarly the warranty is void if the manufacturing date or the serial number on the equipment has been removed or the equipment has been altered or modified During the warranty period the Authorized service dealer at its option will repair or replace any part that upon examination is found to be defective under normal use and service This warranty will not cover following repairs and equipment Normal Wear Outdoor power equipment like all mechanical devices needs periodic parts service and replacement to perform well This warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment Installation and Maintenance This warranty does not apply to equipment or parts that have been subjected to improper or unauthorized installation or alteration and modification misuse negligence accident overloading overspeeding improper maintenance repair or storage so as in our judgment to adversely affect its performance and reliability This warranty also does not cover normal maintenance such as adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to chemical dirt carbon or lime etc e Other Exclusions Also excluded from this warranty are wear items such as quick couplers oil gauges belts o rings filters pump packing etc pumps which have been
17. in DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator DANGER Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas during recharging Hydrogen gas stays around battery for a long time after battery has been charged Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion You can be blinded or severely injured Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely caustic Contact with battery fluid will cause severe chemical burns e DO NOT allow any open flame spark heat or lit cigarette during and for several minutes after charging a battery e Wear protective goggles rubber apron and rubber gloves Snapper 3250 Watt Generator by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and CL 4 explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death WHEN ADDING FUEL Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank Fill fuel tank outdoors DO NOT overfill tank Allow space for fuel expansion Keep fuel away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill This generator is not for
18. manual 4 Move fuel valve to Off position RECEPTACLES Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater than generator output capacity e NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more amperage than generator or receptacle can supply DO NOT overload the generator See Don t Overload Generator 120 Volt AC 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle This receptacle Figure 3 is protected against overload by a push to reset circuit breaker Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC single phase 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to 2 400 watts 2 4 kW at 20 Amps of current Use cord sets that are rated for 125 Volts at 20 Amps or greater Snapper 3250 Watt Generator Figure 3 120 Volt 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Use a NEMA L5 30 plug with this receptacle Connect a 3 wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 30 Amps to the plug Figure 4 Figure 4 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle 3 Wire Cord Set NEMA L5 30 Neutral D O 120V Hot Ground Green Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC 60 Hz single phase loads requiring up to 3 600 watts 3 6 kW of power at 30 Amps The outlet is protected by a push to reset circuit breaker DON T OVERLOAD GENERATOR Capacity You must make sure your generator can supply enough rated running and surge starting watts for the items you will power at the
19. nty e Refer to engine owner s manual and follow oil and fuel recommendations and instructions NOTE Check oil often during engine break in Refer to engine owner s manual for recommendations NOTE The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing USING THE GENERATOR System Ground The generator has a system ground that connects the generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacles The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire see Equipment Description earlier in this manual Special Requirements There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA regulations local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator Please consult a qualified electrician electrical inspector or the local agency having jurisdiction In some areas generators are required to be registered with local utility companies If the generator is used at a construction site there may be additional regulations which must be observed Connecting to a Building s Electrical System Connections for standby power to a building s electrical system must be made by a qualified electrician The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power and must comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes DANGER Generator produces powe
20. ortable Generator I year 90 days 90 days Side Valve Engine Powered Portable Generator 2 years I year 90 days Overhead Valve Engine Powered 2nd year parts only Gasoline Powered Pressure Washer I year 90 days 90 days The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user and continues for the period of time stated in the table above Consumer use means personal residential household use by a retail consumer Commercial use means all other uses including use for commercial income producing or rental purposes Once equipment has been used commercially it shall thereafter be considered to be in commercial use for purposes of this warranty The engine and starting batteries are warranted solely by the manufacturers of those products WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NOT NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS amp STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS EQUIPMENT SAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE RECEIPT IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF THE INITIAL PURCHASE DATE AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURING DATE OF THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE WARRANTY PERIOD About your equipment warranty We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced Any Authorized service dealer may perform warranty repairs Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate For example warranty s
21. rful voltage 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 Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from electric utility Use a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI in any damp or highly conductive area such as metal decking or steel work DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn frayed bare or otherwise damaged DO NOT operate generator in the rain DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water while barefoot or while hands or feet are wet DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator Snapper 3250 Watt Generator D SMAPPER 4 b Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS OPERATING THE GENERATOR CAUTION Exceeding generators wattage amperage capacity can damage generator and or electrical devices connected to it See Don t Overload Generator on page 9 Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads Connect electrical loads in OFF position then turn ON for operation Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator Starting the Engine Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator Follow these start instruction steps in numerical order I
22. ss Sprayer 1 3 HP 600 Reciprocating Saw 960 Electric Drill 1 2 HP 1000 Circular Saw 7 1 4 1500 Miter Saw 10 1800 Table Planer 6 1800 Table Saw Radial Arm Saw 10 2000 Air Compressor 1 1 2 HP 2500 Wattages listed are approximate only Check tool or appliance for actual wattage gt SMAPPER by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Surge Watts 4 500 Watts Continuous Wattage Capacity 3 250 Watts Power Factor siss ia 1 0 Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current At 120 Volts 20 0 ina is dee 27 1 Amps FAS i bead aaa aaa l phase Rated Frequency 2 60 Hertz Shipping Weight 103 Ibs GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS The Owner Operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis that all discrepancies are corrected and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored NEVER operate a damaged or defective generator NOTE If equipped with inflatable tires keep the air pressure at the value marked on the tire or within 15 and 40 psi Engine Maintenance See engine owner s manual for instructions Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil e Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water KEEP OUT OF REACH O
23. starts to rust Rust and or dirt in fuel can cause problems if it s used with this unit Store in clean and dry area SNAPPER Snapper 3250 Watt Generator SR by Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction One of the circuit breakers is I Reset circuit breaker open Fault in generator Contact Authorized service facility Engine is running but no AC or DC output is available Poor connection or defective cord 3 Check and repair set Connected device is bad Connect another device that is in good condition Engine runs good at no load but Short circuit in a connected load Disconnect shorted electrical load bogs down when loads are Generator is overloaded See Don t Overload Generator connected 3 Shorted generator circuit 3 Contact Authorized service facility Engine will not start or starts and Low oil level Fill crankcase to proper level or place runs rough generator on level surface I Out of gasoline I Fill fuel tank Engine shuts down when running 2 Low oil level 2 Fill crankcase to proper level or place generator on level surface Engine lacks power Load is too high See Don t Overload Generator Snapper 3250 Watt Generator SMAPPER b lt Briggs 8 Stratton NOTES
24. treatment of generator can damage it and S EE shorten its life Severe burns can occur on contact DO NOT touch hot surfaces If you have questions about intended use ask dealer or call Allow equipment to cool before touching the generator helpline at 1 800 371 7833 SI Use generator only for intended uses Operate generator only on level surfaces A CAUTION DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture dust dirt Excessivelv high operating speeds increase risk of injurv I and damage to generator Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots If connected devices overheat turn them off and disconnect them from generator DO NOT tamper with governed speed Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed Shut off generator if electrical output is lost equipment sparks smokes or emits flames DO NOT modify generator in any way unit vibrates excessively Snapper 3250 Watt Generator amp SNAPPER by GENERATOR KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Briggs amp Stratton POWER PRODUCTS Read this owner s manual and safety rules before operating your generator Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Fuel Tank Recoil Starter A 120 Volt AC 30 Amp Locking Receptacle 120 Volt AC
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