Briggs & Stratton 206405GS manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Correction

 

1.

One of the circuit breakers is open.

1.

Reset circuit breaker.

Engine is running, but no AC

2.

Fault in generator.

2.

Contact authorized service facility.

3.

Poor connection or defective cord set.

3.

Check and repair.

output is available.

4.

Connected device is bad.

4.

Connect another device that is in good

 

 

 

 

 

condition.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine runs good at no-load

1.

Short circuit in a connected load.

1.

Disconnect shorted electrical load.

2.

Engine speed is too slow.

2.

Contact authorized service facility.

but "bogs down" when loads

3.

Generator is overloaded.

3.

See Don't Overload Generator.

are connected.

4.

Shorted generator circuit.

4.

Contact authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Engine switch set to "Off".

1.

Set switch to "On".

 

2.

Fuel Valve is in "Off" position.

2.

Turn fuel valve to "Open" position.

 

3.

Failed battery.

3.

Replace battery.

 

4.

Low oil level.

4.

Fill crankcase to proper level or place

 

 

 

 

generator on level surface.

 

5.

Dirty air cleaner.

5.

Clean or replace air cleaner.

 

6.

Out of fuel.

6.

Fill fuel tank.

 

7.

Stale fuel.

7.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill with

Engine will not start; or starts

 

 

 

fresh fuel.

and runs rough.

8.

Spark plug wire not connected to spark

8.

Connect wire to spark plug.

 

 

plug.

 

 

 

9.

Bad spark plug.

9.

Replace spark plug.

 

10.

Water in fuel.

10.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill with

 

 

 

 

fresh fuel.

 

11.

Flooded.

11.

Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.

 

12.

Excessively rich fuel mixture.

12.

Contact authorized service facility.

 

13.

Intake valve stuck open or closed.

13.

Contact authorized service facility.

 

14.

Engine has lost compression.

14.

Contact authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine shuts down when

1.

Out of fuel.

1.

Fill fuel tank.

2.

Low oil level.

2.

Fill crankcase to proper level or place

running.

 

 

 

generator on level surface.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine lacks power.

1.

Load is too high.

1.

See Don't Overload Generator.

2.

Dirty air filter.

2.

Replace air filter.

 

 

 

 

Engine "hunts" or falters.

Carburetor is running too rich or too lean.

Contact authorized service facility.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Operator’s Manual Generator Where to Find UsEngine Date PurchasedTable of Contents Safety Rules Operator SafetySafety alert symbol is used with a signal word Hazard Symbols and MeaningsEngine exhaust from this product contains Generator produces hazardous voltageBroken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result When Testing for Engine Spark Contact with muffler area can result in serious burnsUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Shipment Contents AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Unpack GeneratorAttach Negative Battery Cable Verify Engine Oil LevelAdd Fuel System Ground Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemGenerator Location Special RequirementsFeatures and Controls Cord Sets and Receptacles Battery ChargerNema L14-30 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking ReceptacleStarting the Engine OperationStopping the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsCold Weather Operation Move fuel valve to Off positionBuilding a Cold Weather Shelter Creating a Temporary Cold Weather ShelterPower Management Select the items you will power at the same timeDon’t Overload Generator CapacityMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleGenerator Maintenance Oil Oil Recommendations Engine MaintenanceChecking Oil Level Adding Engine OilTo service the air cleaner, follow these steps Service Air CleanerService Spark Plug Service Spark ArresterCarburetor Adjustment Clean Cooling SystemClean and inspect the spark arrester as follows Check Valve ClearanceStorage Troubleshooting Emissions Control System Warranty Owner’s Warranty ResponsibilitiesWarranties Maintenance Emission InformationClaims and Coverage Exclusions Limited Warranty Reserved Common Service Parts Product SpecificationsAC Load Current 800Manual del Operario Generador Dónde encontrarnosMotor Fecha de compraSeguridad de operario Resolución de problemas GarantíasMontaje Controles y característicasDescripción del equipo Seguridad de operarioReglas de seguridad Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL EquipoCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina GeneradorDesembalaje del generador MontajeInstale el juego de ruedas El generador se entrega conConecte el cable negativo de la batería Comprobar el nivel de aceite del motorPara instalar El combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Agregue combustibleEvite el daño del generador Gran altitudConexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificio Tierra del sistemaUbicación del generador Requisitos EspecialesAmperios, monofásica de 60 Hz Controles y característicasCargador de batería Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Tomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 aEncienda el motor OperandoParada del motor Conexión de cargas eléctricasOperación durante un clima frío El motor podría petardear, incendiarse o dañarseAdvertencia Capacidad No sobrecargar el generadorEjemplo Control de la energíaMantenimiento Plan de mantenimientoMantenimiento del generador Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Mantenimiento del motorComprobación del nivel de aceite Adición de aceite del motorLimpia B Servicio del depurador de aireQuite filtro de espuma C y papel el filtro D Servicio del bujíaSistema de refrigeración de aire Limpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente maneraComprobación de holgura de la válvula Ajuste del carburadorAlmacenamiento Resolución de problemas Garantía del sistema de control de emisiones GarantíasResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario Operaciones de mantenimiento que se enumeran en lasInformación sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Especificaciones del producto Servicio común despideCorriente Carga de C.A

206405GS specifications

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