Flexible Power Options •Propane quick connects get you back up and running fast •Get up to 12 hours run time @ 50% load from two 20lb tanks* •Ability to upgrade to permanent LP when convenient
Powerful & Reliable •Powered by Briggs & Stratton® Extended Life Series™ engine
Q: Where can i buy the battery for 40248A model Briggs and Stratton propane generator? Could you also give me the specifics of the battery needed?
Thank You, Orville by Orville from Pennsylvania on September 28, 2011
A: The generator is supplied with a sealed, lead-acid rechargeable 12 Volt DC, AGM type, 33 Amp-Hour, battery. The battery cables are connected at the factory. The battery will lose some charge in shipping and prior to generator installation. If battery voltage is too low to start the engine, charge the battery, as described in “Maintenance”.
If the battery fails to take a charge, it must be replaced ONLY with the same type of 12 Volt DC, AGM type, 33 Amp-Hour battery. DO NOT replace with liquid electrolyte lead-acid type battery.
by Jim, Product Expert
Q: I would like to know if this unit will be reliable if used with 20lbs tank at -22℉? I'm in Canada and when the power go out it usually with these kind of temperature. I read few review that some people have trouble with this unit on near freezing temperature, would like to know if it's an isolated case?
by Yanick on January 25, 2011
A: These units are not really recommended in extremely cold temperatures because when temperatures fall the propane actually shrinks in volume and when cold enough it will not produce enough BTU output for the generator to operate properly.
It is better to jump to a larger unit that you can connect to a 100 Gal tank which will provide enough BTU output when needed. by Jim, Product Expert
Overall Rating
2.8
(Based on 4 Reviews)
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December 17, 2011
RJ Cortlandt Manor, NY
Manual, Not Automatic
I had this generator installed yesterday and it easily powered the primary circuits in my home. However, you need to understand that this is not an automatic standby generator. We purchased the manual transfer switch since we were told that this unit will not work without the "Briggs & Stratton" transfer unit. All went well until we had issues with the unit breaker blowing every time we transferred power from the main line to the generator. Now understand that a licensed electrician did the install and they have done plenty of them. After staying on hold for 30 minutes, we basically got a useless technician who told us that this unit is primarially designed for construction job site power. It has to do with the GFI grounding and a simple change corrected this issue. The B & S tech told us we need to go through the entire house wiring and look for ground issues. Like I said, the guy was useless.
Anyway, it's up and running like a champ but here are a few cons you should be aware of.
1) The unit is manual. You have to physically start it if you have a power failure. It's pretty simple though if you have the manual transfer switch. Just plug it in and start it up.
2) It does not come with a battery. Also, you will need to bracket the battery down and the brackets are also not included.
3) The battery does not charge when running. This is a major issue. Basically you will need to go out once a month or so, unscrew the top, pull off the front panel, and charge the battery. What were they thinking? Since you are supposed to run it once a month it would have been smart to have a small alternator to charge this battery. I'm looking forward to this in the snow.
So far, that's all I have. It seems to be a solid unit and when in use it is steady and clean so I will rate it highly as long as you understand a few minor flaws.
I had this generator installed yesterday and it easily powered the primary circuits in my home. However, you need to understand that this is not an automatic standby generator. We purchased the manual transfer switch since we were told that this unit will not work without the "Briggs & Stratton" transfer unit. All went well until we had issues with the unit breaker blowing every time we transferred power from the main line to the generator. Now understand that a licensed electrician did the install and they have done plenty of them. After staying on hold for 30 minutes, we basica... more
February 20, 2010
David Parobek Rochester, NY
Runs great in warm weather, but...
This generator runs great in warm weather. In the cold Northeast, a breather line freezes causing non-start.
July 09, 2009
Jon Hoch, Founder Bolingbrook, IL
Manual Standby Generator?
Yes, the title is an oxymoron. How can you have a manual - yet standby - generator?
Basically, the PowerNow generator from Briggs & Stratton is stationary, and it runs off propane like a standby generator.
It just doesn't start automatically.
You can plug extension cords directly into the generator.
Or, in the case of this customer, you can connect a manual transfer switch to restore power to essential circuits in your home.
Either way, you'll need to manually start the generator and direct the electricity into the house.
Check out the video to learn more.
February 11, 2009
Mark Mcnellis Albuquerque, NM
Solar Power Applications Are Excluded From Warranty Coverage
I bought this generator a year ago based on Briggs and Stratton reliability, and I am now having problems starting the unit.
Briggs & Stratton won't approve a warranty repair because I am not electrically connected to a public utility. My home is powered by a $35,000 solar arrangement and I run the generator about 30 hours a year.
How could a person know about this exclusion unless they read the entire owners manual prior to purchasing?
EGD RESPONDS: All of the standby generator brands we carry exclude warranty coverage when used in non-utilty powered applications. These generators are "standby" rated meaning they are intended to provide back up power when the utility source fails. If you wish to obtain "prime power" rated generators we suggest contacting a solar energy retailer as they most likely will have more suitable (albeit higher cost) alternatives other than a standby generator.
I bought this generator a year ago based on Briggs and Stratton reliability, and I am now having problems starting the unit.
Briggs & Stratton won't approve a warranty repair because I am not electrically connected to a public utility. My home is powered by a $35,000 solar arrangement and I run the generator about 30 hours a year.
How could a person know about this exclusion unless they read the entire owners manual prior to purchasing?
EGD RESPONDS: All of the standby generator brands we carry exclude warranty coverage when used in non-utilty... more
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