Briggs & Stratton BSP3200 User manual

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BSP 3200
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SafetyRules.................................. 2-4
Know Your Generator ........................... 5
Assembly ..................................... 6
Operation ................................... 7*9
Product Specifications/Maintenance ............... 10
Storage...................................... I0
Troubleshooting ............................... II
Schematic/_Viring Diagram .................... 12-13
Replacement Parts........................... 14-16
Notes ....................................... 17
Warranty ............................... Last Page
EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
_Read this manual carefully and become
familiar with your generator. Know its
applications, its limitations and any hazards
involved.
This generator isan engine-driven, revolving field,
alternating current (AC) generator. It was designedto
supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical
lighting,appliances,tools and motor loads.Thegenerator's
revolving field isdriven at about 3,600 rpm by a single-
cylinder engine.
CAUTION! DO NOT exceed the generator's
wattage/amperagecapacity.See"Don't Overload
Generator" on page9.
Every effort hasbeen made to ensure that informationin
this manual isaccurate and current. However, we reserve
the right to change,alter or otherwise improvethe product
and this document at any time without prior notice.
The EmissionControl System for this generator is
warranted for standards set by the Environmental
Protection Agency.For warranty informationrefer to the
engine owner's manual.
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 (_.) isusedwith a signalword
(DANGER, CAUTION,WARNING), a pictorial and/or a
safety messageto alert you to hazards.DANGER indicates
a hazard which, if not avoided,will result in death or serious
injury.WARNING indicatesa hazardwhich,ifnot avoided,
couldresult in death or serious injury.CAUTION
indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided,might result in
minor or moderate injury.CAUTION, when used
without the alert symbol, indicatesa situation that could
result in equipment damage.Follow safety messagesto
avoid or reduce the risk of injuryor death.
In the State of California a spark arrester isrequired by law
(Section 4442 of the California PublicResourcesCode).
Other states may havesimilar laws.Federallawsapply on
federal lands.If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester,
it must be maintained in effectiveworking order.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains I
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, b rth defects, or other reproduct ve harm.

DANGER
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
National Electric Code requires generator to be properly
grounded to an approved earth ground. Call an electrician for
localgrounding requirements.
DANGER
When usinggenerator 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 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.
WARNING
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 iniury andlor property
damage.
DANGER
DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat,or lit cigarette
during andfor several minutes after charginga battery.
Wear protective goggles,rubber apron, and rubber gloves.
, WARNING
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 gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,
and other ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
_HEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
gasoline to spill.
This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or marine
applications.
'HEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transportlrepair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valve OFE
Disconnect spark plug wire.
eVHEN STORING GASOLINE 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 gasoline vapors.

WARNING
;ENERATOR
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
, WARNING
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
CAUTION
DO NOT tamper with governed speed.Generator supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed
speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
CAUTION
See"Don't Overload Generator" on page9.
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.
CAUTION
Use generator only for intended uses.
if you havequestions about intended use,ask dealer or
contact Briggs& Stratton service center.
Operate generator only on levelsurfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
orcorrosivevapors,
DO NOT insert any obiects through cooling slots.
tf connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from generaton
Shut off generator if.'
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks,smokes,or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.

KNOWYOUR GENERATOR
Read this owner's manual an(] safety rules before operating your generator.
Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of variouscontrols and
adjustments. Savethis manualfor future reference.
Recoil Starter Rocker Switch
Choke Lever
120/240Volt AC, 20 Amp
Locking Receptacle
120Volt AC, 20 Amp
Duplex Receptacle Circuit Breakers (AC) GroundingWing Nut
120Volt AC, 20Amp Duplex Receptacle- May be
usedto supply electrical power for the operation of
120Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase,60 Hz electrical lighting,
appliance,tool and motor loads.
1201240Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking Receptacle -- May
be used to supply electrical power for the operation of
120and/or 240 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase,60 Hz
electrical lighting,appliance,toot and motor loads.
Air Cleaner -- Usesa dry type filter element and foam
pre-cteaner to limit the amount of dirt and dust sucked
into the engine.
Choke Lever -- Used when starting a coldengine.
Circuit Breakers (AC) -- Eachreceptacle isprovided
with a push-to-reset circuit breaker to protect the
generator against electrical overload.
Fuel Tank -- Capacity of one U.S.gallon.
GroundingWing Nut -- Provides a tie-point for
connecting the generator frame to earth ground.
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.

BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil
CAUTION! Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it hasbeen properly serviced with the
recommended oil results in an engine failure.
•Make sure unit ison a level surface.
• Follow the oit recommendations and oil fill instructions
given in the engine owner's manual.
NOTE:The generator's revolving fieldrides on a
pre-lubricated and sealedball bearing that requires no
additional lubricationfor the lifeof the bearing.
Add Gasoline
_ARNING! NEVER fillfuel tank indoors.NEVER
fill fuel tank when engine isrunning or hot. DO
NOT lighta cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel
tank.
_ARNING! DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.
Always leaveroom for expansion.
• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline in the generator.
DO NOT use premium gasoline. DO NOT mix oil with
gasoline. DO NOT overfill the gas tank.
• Clean areaaround fuel fillcap;remove cap.
• Slowly add unleaded regular gasolineto fuel tank. Be
careful not to overfill.Allow about 1.5"of tank spacefor
fuel expansion (Figure I).
•Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts, such as the
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.Also,
experience indicates that alcohol-blended fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which
leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
Be sure to review the precautions given in "Storage" on
page I0. NEVER use engine or carburetor cleaner products
in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

GROUNDING THE
GENERATOR
The National Electric Code requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of the generator be
properly connected to approved earth ground. Local
electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the
unit. For this purpose, a grounding fastener (Figure 2) is
provided on the cradle.
Fastener
I. Turn the fuel valveto the "On" position (Figure 3).
2. Placethe choke leverin the "Choke" position
(Figure4).
Generally,connecting a No. 12AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding wing nut
and to an earth-driven copper or brass grounding rod
(electrode) provides adequate protection againstelectrical
shock. However, local codes mayvary widely.Consult with
alocalelectrician for grounding requirements in your area.
Be sure to keepthe ground wire attached while you
connect the electrode.
Properly grounding the generator helps prevent electrical
shock if a ground fault condition exists in the generator or
in connected electrical devices,especiallywhen the unit is
equipped with a wheel kit. Proper grounding also helps
dissipate static electricity, whichoften builds up in
ungroundeddevices.
OPERATING THE
GENERATOR
_CAUTION! NEVERstart or stop unitwith
electrical loads connected AND with the connected
devicesturned ON.
Starting the Engine
Disconnect all electrical loadsfrom the generator. Use the
following start instructionsteps by numerical order:
3. Set the rocker switch to "On" position (Figure5).
4. Grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly until slight
resistance isfelt.Then pull rapidly to start engine.
5. Move choke leverto "Run" position a short distance
at a time over several seconds in warm weather or
minutes in cold weather. Let engine run smoothly
before each change.Operate with choke in"Run"
position.
NOTE: If engine still fails to start after 3 pulls,check for
proper oil level in crankcase.This unit isequipped with a
low oil device that will not allow the engineto start. See
engine manual.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for complete
starting instructions.

Connecting Electrical Loads
• Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after
starting.
• Plugin and turn on the desired 120VoltAC, singlephase,
60 Hz electrical loads.
• DO NOT connect 240Volt loadsto the 120Volt duplex
receptacles.
• DO NOT connect 3_hase loads to the generator.
• DO NOT connect 50 Hz loadsto the generator.
•DO NOT OVERLOAD GENERATOR. See"Don't
Overload Generator" on page9.
Stopping the Engine
• Unplug all electrical loadsfrom generator panel
receptacles.NEVER start or stop engine with electrical
devices pluggedin and turned ON.
• Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize
the internal temperatures of engine and generator.
• Move rocker switch to "Off' position.
• Movethe fuel valveto the "Off' position.
RECEPTACLES
This generator is equipped with the following receptacles:
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex
Receptacle
This receptacle (Figure 6) isprotected againstoverload by
a push-to-reset circuit breaker.
Use each receptacle to operate 120Volt 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
125Volts at 20 Amps (or greater).
120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking
Receptacle
Use a NEMA LI4-20 plug with this receptacle. Connect a
4-wire cord set rated for 250Volts at 20 Amps (or greater)
(Figure7).You can use the same4-wire cord if you plan to
run a 120Volt load.
4-Wire Cord Set
*(Neutral)
Y(Hot) X (Hot)
NEMA L14-20 Ground (Green)
This receptacle powers 120/240Volt AC, 60 Hz,single
phaseloads requiring up to 2,400 watts of power at
20Amps for 120Volts; 3,200watts of power (3.2 kW) at
13.3Amps for 240Volts.The outlet is protected by a
20 Amp push-to-reset circuit breaker.
_ CAUTION! Although this outlet israted for
240Volt 20 Amp (up to 4,800 watts), the generator
is only rated for 3,200watts. Powering loadsthat
exceed the wattage/amperagecapacity of the
generator can damageit or causeserious injuries.
240 Volt loadspowered through this outlet should
not exceed 13.3Amps of current draw.
I:I

DON'T OVERLOAD
G EN ERATO R
Capacity
You must make sure your generator cansupply enough
rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the itemsyou
will power at the sametime. Follow these simple steps:
I. Select the itemsyou wilt power at the same time.
2. Total the rated (running) watts of these items.Thisis
the amount of power your generator must produce to
keep your itemsrunning. SeeFigure8.
3. Estimate how many surge (starting) watts you wilt
need.Surge wattage isthe short burst of power
needed to start electric motor-driven tools or
appliancessuch asa circular saw or refrigerator.
Becausenot all motors start at the sametime, total
surge watts can be estimated by addingonly the
item(s)with the highest additional surge watts to the
total rated watts from step 2.
Example:
Tool or Appliance
Window Air
Conditioner
Refrigerator
Deep Freezer
Television
Light(75 Watts)
Rated (Running)
Watts
1200
800
500
500
75
3075 Total
Running Watts
Total Rated (Running)Watts = 3075
Highest Additional SurgeWatts = 1800
Total Generator Output Required = 4875
Additional Surge
(Starting) Watts
1800
1600
500
1800 Highest
SurgeWatts
Power Management
To prolong the life of your generator and attached devices,
it is important to take care when addingelectrical loads to
your generator.There should be nothing connected to the
generator outlets before starting it's engine.The correct
and safeway to managegenerator power is to sequentially
add loads asfollows:
I. With nothing connected to the generator, start the
engine asdescribed in this manual.
2. Plugin 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.
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 loadsthan the generator capacity.Take
specialcare to consider surge loads in generator capacity,
asdescribed above.
Tool or Appliance
Essentials
Light Bulb - 75 watt
Deep Freezer
SumpPump
Refrigerator/Freezer - 18Cu. Ft.
Water Well Pump- I/3 HP
Heating/Cooling
Window AC - 10,000 BTU
Window Fan
FurnaceFanBlower - I/2 HP
Kitchen
Microwave Oven - 1000Watt
Coffee Maker
Electric Stove - SingleElement
Hot Plate
Family Room
DVD/CD Player
VCR
Stereo Receiver
Color Television - 27"
Personal Computer w/I 7" monitor
Other
SecuritySystem
AM/FM Clock Radio
GarageDoor Opener - I/2 HP
Electric Water Heater - 40 Gallon
DIY/Job Site
Quartz Halogen Work Light
Airless Sprayer - I/3 HP
Reciprocatin_ Saw
Electric Drill - I/2 HP
Circular Saw- 7 I/4"
Miter Saw- I0"
Table Planer - 6"
Table Saw/RadialArm Saw- I0"
Air Compressor - I-I/2 HP
Additional
Rated*
(Running) Surge
(Starting)
Watts Watts
75
500 500
800 1200
800 1600
1000 2000
1200 1800
300 600
800 1300
1000
1500
1500
25O0
100
100
450
5O0
8O0
180
300
480 520
40O0
1000
600 1200
960 960
1000 1000
1500 1500
1800 1800
1800 1800
2000 2000
2500 2500
*Wattages listed are approximate only. Check tool or
appliance for actual wattage.

SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum SurgeWatts ............... 4,550Watts
Continuous Wattage Capacity .......... 3,200Watts
Power Factor .............................. 1.0
Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current
At 120Volts ...................... 26.7Amps
At 240 Volts ....................... 13.3Amps
Phase................................ l-phase
Rated Frequency ...................... 60 Hertz
ShippingWeight ......................... 96 Ibs.
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
iskept clean and properly stored. NEVER operate a
damaged or defective generator.
Engine Maintenance
Seeengine owner's manualfor instructions.
_AUTION! Avoid prolonged or repeated skincontact with used motor oil. Used motor oil has
been shown to cause skin cancer in certain
laboratory animals.Thoroughly wash exposed areas
with soapand water.
KEEPOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T
POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN
USED OILTO COLLECTION CENTERS.
Generator Maintenance
Generator maintenanceconsists 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 anycorrosive vapors.Cooling air
slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow,
leavesor anyother foreign material.
NOTE: DO NOT usea garden hose to cleanthe generator.
Water canenter enginefuel systemand causeproblems.In
addition, if water enters generator through cooling air slots,
some of the water will be retained invoids and cracks of the
rotor and stator windinginsulation.Waterand dirt buildup
on the generator internalwindings will eventuallydecrease
the insulationresistanceof these windings.
To Clean the Generator
•Use a dampcloth to wipe exterior surfacesclean.
• Soft, bristle brush may be usedto loosencaked on dirt
or oil.
• A vacuumcleaner maybe used to pick up loose dirt and
debris.
• Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be usedto
blow away dirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on
generator.These openings must be kept clean and
unobstructed.
STORAGE
The unit should be started at leastonce every sevendays
and allowed to run at least30 minutes. If this cannot be
done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days,
usethe following guidelines to prepare it for storage.
Generator Storage
• Clean the generator asoutlined in"To Clean the
Generator" on this page.
• Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
_AUTION! Storage covers can be flammable.
DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot
generator. Let the unit cool for a sufficient time
before placing the cover on the unit.
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 intofuel
tank and fill with fresh gasoline.Runthe unit for several
minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor.
The unit and fuel canthen be stored for up to
24 months. Fuelstabilizer can be purchased locally.
• DO NOT store gasolinefrom one seasonto another
unlessit hasbeen treated as described above.
• Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt
infuel can causeproblems if it'sused with this unit.
• Store in clean and dry area.