Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction | Briggs & Stratton 30211

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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Briggs & Stratton 30211 operating instructions Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

Contents

030211 6200W 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 Electric Start AssemblyCarton Contents Check Battery / Attach Negative Battery Wire Refer to and install the wheel kit as follows Install Wheel Kit Add Engine Oil When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add Fuel 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 Battery ChargerReceptacles Stopping the Engine Example Power ManagementDont Overload Generator Capacity General Maintenance Recommendations Specifications Other Storage Tips StorageGenerator Storage Engine Storage Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting 6200W Portable Generator Limited Warranty Reglas DE Seguridad Conserve Estas InstruccionesTabla DE Contenidos Descripción DEL Equipo 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 Contenido de la Caja MontajeArranque Eléctrico Desembalaje del Generador Instale el Juego de Ruedas Como Sigue Figura Instale el Juego de Ruedas 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 Amp, Receptáculos Dobles Receptáculos PrecauciónCargador DE Batería Parado Del Motor Ejemplo No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Control de la Energía Recomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Especificaciones Otras Sugerencias Para el Almacenando AlmacenamientoAlmacenando el Generador Almacenando el Motor Diagnositicos DE Averías Problemo Accion Causa Garantía Limitada