Briggs & Stratton 030209-2 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.
	Engine is running, but no AC	3.	Poor connection or defective cord set.	3.	Check and repair.
	output is available.	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
		4.	Connected device is bad.	4.	Connect another device that is in good
					condition.

		1.	Short circuit in a connected load.	1.	Disconnect shorted electrical load.
	Engine runs good at no-load but	2.	Engine speed is too slow.	2.	Contact authorized service facility.
	“bogs down” when loads are	3.	Generator is overloaded.	3.	See Don’t Overload Generator in
	connected.				Operation section.
		4.	Shorted generator circuit.	4.	Contact authorized service facility.

		1.	Rocker switch set to “Off”.	1.	Set switch to “On”.
		2.	Fuel Valve is in “Off” position.	2.	Turn fuel valve to “Open” position.
		3.	Dirty air cleaner.	3.	Clean or replace air cleaner.
		4.	Out of fuel.	4.	Fill fuel tank.
		5.	Stale fuel.	5.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill with
					fresh fuel.
	Engine will not start; or starts	6.	Spark plug wire not connected to spark	6.	Connect wire to spark plug.
	Engine will not start; or starts		plug.
	and runs rough.		plug.
	and runs rough.	7.	Bad spark plug.	7.	Replace spark plug.
		7.	Bad spark plug.	7.	Replace spark plug.
		8.	Water in fuel.	8.	Drain gas tank and carburetor; fill with
					fresh fuel.
		9.	Flooded.	9.	Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.
		10.	Excessively rich fuel mixture.	10.	Contact authorized service facility.
		11.	Intake valve stuck open or closed.	11.	Contact authorized service facility.
		12.	Engine has lost compression.	12.	Contact authorized service facility.

	Engine shuts down when	Out of fuel.		Fill fuel tank.
	running.

		1.	Load is too high.	1.	See Don’t Overload Generator in
	Engine lacks power.				Operation section.
		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 Where to Find Us GeneratorEngine Date PurchasedTable of Contents Operator Safety Safety RulesSafety alert symbol is used with a signal word Hazard Symbols and MeaningsBroken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result Engine exhaust from this product containsCertain components in this product and related Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock When Testing for Engine SparkContact with muffler area can result in serious burns Assembly Shipment ContentsInstall Wheel Kit Unpack GeneratorAdd Engine Oil Add FuelFuel must meet these requirements High AltitudeConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System GroundGenerator Location Special RequirementsFeatures and Controls Used to supply electrical power for the operationVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May be Items Not ShownCord Sets and Receptacles Nema L14-30120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesOperation Starting the EngineMove fuel valve to Off position Connecting Electrical LoadsStopping the Engine Don’t Overload Generator Wattage Reference GuideGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Engine Maintenance OilService Air Cleaner Service Spark PlugInstall spark plug and tighten firmly Service Spark ArresterCheck Valve Clearance Carburetor AdjustmentAir Cooling System Storage Troubleshooting Warranties Emissions Control System WarrantyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Claims and Coverage Exclusions MaintenanceEmission Information Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service PartsAC Load Current 800Manual del Operario Dónde encontrarnos GeneradorMotor Fecha de compraResolución de problemas Garantías Seguridad de operarioMontaje Controles y característicasSeguridad de operario Descripción del equipoReglas de seguridad Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosDeterminados componentes en este producto y los Declaradas cancerígenas, causantes deCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina Generador Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL MotorMontaje Desembalaje del generadorContenido de la caja Instale el juego de ruedasAgregar aceite al motor Vuelva a colocar el tapón y apriételo firmementeEvite el daño del generador Gran altitudTierra del sistema Conexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificioUbicación del generador Requisitos especialesCulatazo el Principio Usó para comenzar motor Controles y característicasAmperios, monofásica de 60 Hz Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectores 120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amperios, Receptáculo de SeguridadTomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 a Amps o mayoresOperando Encienda el motorConexión de cargas eléctricas Parada del motorEl motor podría petardear, incendiarse o dañarse Gire la válvula de combustible blanca hasta la posición OffNo sobrecargar el generador CapacidadEjemplo Control de la energíaMantenimiento del Generador MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Mantenimiento del Motor Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceiteComprobación del Nivel de Aceite Adición de Aceite del MotorServicio del depurador de aire Limpia EServicio del bujía Limpie la Pantalla ApagachispasAjuste del Carburador Sistema de refrigeración de aireComprobación de holgura de la válvula Almacenamiento Resolución de problemas Problemo Causa AccionGarantías Garantía del sistema de control de emisionesResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario Operaciones de mantenimiento que se enumeran en lasInformación sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Corriente Carga de C.A Especificaciones del productoServicio común despide