Briggs & Stratton 030211 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

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6200W Portable Generator

TROUBLESHOOTING

	Problem	Cause		Correction

		1.	One of the circuit breakers is	1.	Reset circuit breaker.
			open.
	No AC output is available, but	2.	Fault in generator.	2.	Contact Authorized service facility.
	No AC output is available, but	3.	Poor connection or defective cord	3.	Check and repair.
	generator is running.	3.	Poor connection or defective cord	3.	Check and repair.
	generator is running.		set.
			set.
		4.	Connected device is bad.	4.	Connect another device that is in
					good condition.

	Generator runs good at no-load	1.	Short circuit in a connected load.	1.	Disconnect shorted electrical load.
	Generator runs good at no-load
	but "bogs" down" when loads are	2.	Generator is overloaded.	2.	See "Don't Overload Generator".
	connected.	3.	Shorted generator circuit.	3.	Contact Authorized service facility.
		3.	Shorted generator circuit.	3.	Contact Authorized service facility.

	Generator will not start; or starts	1.	Failed battery.	1.	Replace battery.
	Generator will not start; or starts	2.	Low oil level.	2.	Fill crankcase to proper level or
	and runs rough.	2.	Low oil level.	2.	Fill crankcase to proper level or
	and runs rough.				place generator on level surface.
					place generator on level surface.

	Generator shuts down during	1.	Out of gasoline.	1.	Fill fuel tank.
	Generator shuts down during	2.	Low oil level.	2.	Fill crankcase to proper level or
	operation.	2.	Low oil level.	2.	Fill crankcase to proper level or
	operation.				place generator on level surface.
					place generator on level surface.

	Generator lacks power.	Load is too high.		See "Don't Overload Generator".

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Contents 030211 6200W Table of Contents Safety RulesEquipment Description When Transporting or Repairing Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Operating EquipmentWhen Testing for Engine Spark When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your GeneratorKnow Your Generator Electric Start AssemblyCarton Contents Check Battery / Attach Negative Battery WireRefer to and install the wheel kit as follows Install Wheel KITAdd Engine Oil When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add FuelSystem Ground Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System Operating GeneratorStopping the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsReceptacles 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking ReceptacleCold Weather Operation Battery Charger Example Power Management Dont Overload Generator CapacityGeneral Maintenance Recommendations SpecificationsStorage Generator StorageEngine Storage Other Storage Tips Problem Cause Correction TroubleshootingSchematic Wiring Diagram Exploded View Main Unit Exploded View Parts List DescriptionParts Not Illustrated Stator Exploded View and Parts List AlternatorExploded View and Parts List Control Panel Wheel Exploded View and Parts List Wheel KITLimited Warranty Advertencia Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo Instrucciones DE SeguridadCuando Opere EL Equipo PeligroCuando Añada Combustible O Vacíe EL Depósito Cuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL EquipoPrecaución Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU GeneradorCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Conozca SU Generador Contenido de la Caja MontajeArranque Eléctrico Para Retirar El Generador De La CajaInstale el Juego de Ruedas Como Sigue Figura Instale EL Juego DE RuedasCuando Añada Combustible Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregar Aceite al Motor Agregue CombustibleConexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio USO DEL GeneradorOperando EL Generador Precaución Tierra del Sistema120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de Seguridad Receptáculos PrecauciónConexion De Cargas Electricas Parado Del MotorOperación Durante UN Clima Frío Cargador DE BateríaEjemplo No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Control de la EnergíaRecomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento EspecificacionesOtras Sugerencias Para el Almacenando AlmacenamientoAlmacenando el Generador Almacenando el MotorDiagnositicos DE Averías Problemo Accion CausaNotas Notas Garantía Limitada