Briggs & Stratton 030209-1 operating instructions Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

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5500W 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	Low oil level.		Fill crankcase to proper level or place
	and runs rough.			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 030209-1 5500W Equipment Description Table of ContentsSafety Rules When Operating Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Transporting or Repairing EquipmentWhen Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Generator When Testing for Engine SparkKnow Your Generator Install Wheel Kit AssemblyCarton Contents Refer to and install the wheel kit as followsAdd Engine Oil When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add FuelSystem Ground Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System Generator LocationStarting the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsOperating Generator Do not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle ReceptaclesStopping the Engine Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesCapacity Power ManagementDont Overload Generator ExampleEngine Maintenance SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Generator MaintenanceEngine Storage StorageGenerator Storage Other Storage TipsTroubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionLimited Warranty Reglas DE Seguridad Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo AdvertenciaCuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Añada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL EquipoCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor PrecauciónCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Generador Conozca SU Generador Tapa del Depósito del Aceite Llene el motor con aceiteInstale el Juego de Ruedas MontajeDesembalaje del Generador Contenido de la CajaAgregar Aceite al Motor Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregue Combustible Cuando Añada CombustibleConexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio USO DEL GeneradorTierra del Sistema Ubicación del GeneradorConexion De Cargas Electricas Operando EL GeneradorEncienda el Motor No Sobrecargue EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue Generador120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de Seguridad Receptáculos PrecauciónParado Del Motor Volt AC, 20 Amp, Receptáculos DoblesControl de la Energía No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad EjemploMantenimiento del Motor EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Para Limpiar el GeneradorAlmacenando el Generador Diagnositicos DE AveríasAlmacenamiento Almacenando el MotorGarantía Limitada