Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction | Briggs & Stratton 30201

TROUBLESHOOTING	6200W Portable Generator	PowerBOSS™

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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Briggs & Stratton 30201 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

Contents

Model / Modelo 030201 Table of Contents Safety RulesEquipment Description When Transporting or Repairing Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Operating Equipment When Testing for Engine Spark When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Generator Know Your Generator Remove Generator From Carton AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Carton Contents Add Fuel When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add Engine Oil Generator Location Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System Ground Do not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator Connecting Electrical LoadsOperating Generator Starting the Engine 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle ReceptaclesCold Weather Operation Stopping the Engine Wind Example Power ManagementDont Overload Generator Capacity Generator Cleaning SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Engine Maintenance Generator Maintenance Storage Generator StorageEngine Storage Other Storage Tips Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PowerBOSS Limited Warranty Advertencia Conserve Estas Instrucciones Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo Reglas DE Seguridad Cuando Transporte O Repare EL Equipo Cuando Añada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Opere EL Equipo Precaución Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU GeneradorCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Conozca SU Generador Tomacorriente Dobles de 120 Voltios AC, 20 AmpTomacorriente con Dispositivo de Seguridad de Instale el Juego de Ruedas MontajePara Retirar El Generador De La Caja Contenido De La Caja Cuando Añada Combustible Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregar Aceite al Motor Agregue Combustible Ubicación del Generador USO DEL GeneradorTierra del Sistema Conexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio No Sobrecargue EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue Generador Operando EL GeneradorEncienda el Motor Conexion De Cargas Electricas Volt AC, 20 Amperios, Receptáculos Dobles Receptáculos PrecauciónOperación Durante UN Clima Frío Parado Del Motor Figura 15 Refugio Frío Permanente del Tiempo Ejemplo No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Control de la Energía Mantenimiento del Generador EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Mantenimiento del Motor Otras Sugerencias Para el Almacenando AlmacenamientoAlmacenando el Generador Almacenando el Motor Diagnositicos DE Averías Problemo Accion Causa Garantía Limitada