Generator & Energy Storage Basics - Briggs & Stratton Energy Solutions (2024)

FAQs

What generator is better Briggs and Stratton or Generac? ›

Size of the Generator: Generators made by Briggs & Stratton are lighter and easier to transport than those made by Generac. Warranty Period: The warranty period differs for both brands. Briggs & Stratton generators come with a 2- to 5-year warranty, which is excellent. Generac, on the other hand, provides more.

Every year, Briggs & Stratton makes and assembles the engines and enclosures for all of their home standby generators at their US-based facilities in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and Munnsville, New York, among others.

– Choose the day and time you want your home generator to exercise. – On that day and time, press and hold “SET EXERCISE” for three seconds. – “SET EXERCISE” will flash until the button is pressed for three seconds, then “SET EXERCISE” will illuminate for 5 seconds, and finally turn off.

Briggs & Stratton whole home generators have received positive reviews from customers, who praise their reliability, performance, and quiet operation.

12 Hour Run Time (at 50% load)

Long run time and less refueling of the 7.5 gallon metal fuel tank.

Approximate Clearances to keep in mind:

18 inches (1.5 feet) from the house. 60 inches (5 feet) from doors, windows, and fresh air intakes. 36 inches (3 feet) in front of the generator for servicing room.

7.5 Gallon Fuel Tank

Up to an 11 hour run time at 50%.

While corporate executives who preside over failure often find someone else to blame, Briggs' demise has, in reality, directly resulted from its executives' mismanagement, greed and pathological animosity towards the unionized workers who had made them rich.

On July 20, 2020, Briggs & Stratton filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. KPS Capital Partners purchased a majority of the company stake for $550 million. On September 22, 2020 KPS Capital Partners closed on the acquisition of Briggs & Stratton.

Generac Power Systems, based in Waukesha, Wisconsin in the US, has withdrawn its previously expressed interest in bidding on another Wisconsin-based stalwart, Briggs & Stratton Corp.

Why does my Briggs and Stratton generator keep shutting off? ›

Low Coolant Levels. Coolant is an essential requirement for any home standby generator to operate properly. When at normal levels, coolant prevents the engine from overheating, which could otherwise cause a generator to seize up and shut down.

Our do-it-yourself change over kits allow you to run your Briggs and Stratton gasoline engine on propane, natural gas, or all three. Your engine will last longer, start better in cold weather and even start next year when you go to use it in an emergency.

In terms of generator lifespan, you can expect Kohler models to outlive Generac models. And when it comes to customer service and warranty coverage, Kohler is the clear winner – allowing you to buy a generator with confidence that it'll last for many years to come.

Cons: Price: Generac generators can be relatively expensive compared to some other brands, especially for larger models. Noise Levels: Some Generac generators can be a bit noisy, which may not be ideal for quiet residential areas.