Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Portable Generator 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

Engine switch set to stop (O) position.

1.

Set switch to run (I) position.

 

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 gas 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Date Purchased Where to Find UsGenerator EngineTable of Contents Hazard Symbols and Meanings Operator SafetySafety Rules Safety alert symbol is used with a signal wordBroken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result Engine exhaust from this product containsUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock When Testing for Engine SparkContact with muffler area can result in serious burns Unpack Generator AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Install the wheel kit as followsFuel must meet these requirements Add Engine OilAdd Fuel Replace oil fill cap and fully tightenSystem Ground Attach Negative Battery CableConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System To installClearances and Air Movement Generator LocationItems Not Shown Features and ControlsUsed to supply electrical power for the operation Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May beVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles Cord Sets and ReceptaclesNema L14-30 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking ReceptacleBattery Float Charger Starting the Engine OperationCold Weather Operation Connecting Electrical LoadsOil Pressure Shutdown Stopping the EngineCreating a Permanent Shelter Creating a Temporary ShelterAn emergency, use the original shipping carton Wattage Reference Guide Don’t Overload GeneratorGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Oil Battery MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Service Spark Plug Service Air CleanerTo service the air cleaner, follow these steps Wipe clean inside of base E and cover thoroughlyAir Cooling System Install spark plug and tighten firmlyService Spark Arrester Carburetor AdjustmentStorage Troubleshooting Warranties Emissions Control System WarrantyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Claims and Coverage Exclusions MaintenanceEmission Information Limited Warranty Page 800 Product SpecificationsCommon Service Parts Manual del Operario Fecha de compra Dónde encontrarnosGenerador MotorControles y características Resolución de problemas GarantíasSeguridad de operario MontajeSímbolos de peligro y sus significados Seguridad de operarioDescripción del equipo Reglas de seguridadCuando Transporte O Repare EL Equipo Cuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Opere EL EquipoCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina GeneradorInstale el juego de ruedas MontajeDesembalaje del generador Gran altitud Agregar aceite al motorAgregue combustible El combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitosPara instalar Conecte el cable negativo de la bateríaTierra del sistema Conexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificioEspacio libre alrededor del generador Ubicación del generadorAmperios, monofásica de 60 Hz Controles y característicasAmps o mayores Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Tomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 aCargador de flotación de la batería Encienda el motor OperandoOperación durante un clima frío Conexión de cargas eléctricasParada por falta de presión de aceite Parada del motorCreación de una estructura de protección permanente Creación de una estructura de protección provisionalControl de la energía No sobrecargar el generadorCapacidad EjemploMantenimiento del generador MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Comprobación del Nivel de Aceite Mantenimiento de la bateríaMantenimiento del motor Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceiteServicio del bujía Cambio de aceite del motorAsegúrese de que la unidad esté en una superficie plana Servicio del depurador de aireComprobación de holgura de la válvula Limpie la Pantalla ApagachispasLimpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente manera Sistema de refrigeración de aireAlmacenamiento Problemo Causa Accion Resolución de problemasResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario GarantíasGarantía del sistema de control de emisiones Información sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Page Servicio común despide Especificaciones del producto

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