Briggs & Stratton BSP5500L User Manual

Model No. 1774-0 (5500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 191242GS Revision 0 (06/06/2002)
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BSP5500L
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Briggs & Stratton BSP5500L Specifications

General

Model	BSP5500L
Type	Portable Generator
Engine Type	4-Stroke OHV
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Run Time at 50% Load	10 hours
Starting System	Recoil Start
Voltage	120/240V
Noise Level	68 dBA
Wheels	Yes
Handle	Yes
Maximum Output (Starting Watts)	5500 W
Rated Output (Running Watts)	5000 Watts
Outlet Types	2 x 120V, 1 x 120/240V
Dimensions	22 x 22 in

Summary

Safety Rules

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Warns about deadly carbon monoxide gas from engine exhaust.

Grounding Hazard

Highlights electrocution risk from improper generator grounding.

Backfeed Electrocution Risk

Warns of danger to utility workers from generator backfeed.

Equipment Description

Fuel and Operating Safety

Gasoline Hazards

Details flammability and explosion risks associated with gasoline.

Battery Hazards

Warns about explosive hydrogen gas and caustic battery fluid.

Hot Surface Warning

Before Starting the Engine

Adding Engine Oil

Adding Gasoline

Grounding the Generator

Grounding Requirements

Explains the need for proper earth grounding to prevent shock.

Starting the Engine

Starting Procedure

Connecting Electrical Loads

Connecting 120/240V Loads

Connecting 120V Loads

Stopping the Engine

Don't Overload Your Generator

Generator Capacity Explained

How to determine the total wattage needed for connected devices.

Power Management Strategy

Best practices for sequentially adding loads to the generator.

General Maintenance

Storage Guidelines

Troubleshooting

No AC Output

Addresses issues when the generator is running but not producing power.

Engine Bogs Down

Solutions for when the engine slows under load.

Engine Won't Start or Runs Rough

Troubleshooting steps for starting or rough running problems.

Engine Shuts Down

Engine Lacks Power

Engine Hunts or Falters

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Periods

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations