Troubleshooting | Briggs & Stratton 30325 guide

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

	Problem	Cause		Correction
		1.	One of the circuit breakers is open.	1.	Reset circuit breaker.
	Engine is running, but no	2.	Fault in generator.	2.	Contact authorized service facility.
	Engine is running, but no	3.	Poor connection or defective cord set.	3.	Check and repair.
	AC output is available.	3.	Poor connection or defective cord set.	3.	Check and repair.
	AC 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-	2.	Engine speed is too slow.	2.	Contact authorized service facility.
	load but "bogs down" when	2.	Engine speed is too slow.	2.	Contact authorized service facility.
	load but "bogs down" when	3.	Generator is overloaded.	3.	See "Don't Overload Generator".
	loads are connected.	3.	Generator is overloaded.	3.	See "Don't Overload Generator".
	loads are connected.
		4.	Shorted generator circuit.	4.	Contact authorized service facility.

		1.	Engine switch set to "Off".	1.	Set switch to "On".
		2.	Fuel Valve is in "Off" position.	2.	Turn fuel valve to "Open" position.
		3.	Dirty air cleaner.	3.	Clean or replace air cleaner.
		4.	Out of fuel.	4.	Fill fuel tank.
		5.	Stale fuel.	5.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill
					with fresh fuel.
	Engine will not start; or	6.	Spark plug wire not connected to spark	6.	Connect wire to spark plug.
	Engine will not start; or		plug.
	starts and runs rough.		plug.
	starts and runs rough.	7.	Bad spark plug.	7.	Replace spark plug.
		7.	Bad spark plug.	7.	Replace spark plug.
		8.	Water in fuel.	8.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill
					with fresh fuel.
		9.	Flooded.	9.	Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.
		10.	Excessively rich fuel mixture.	10.	Contact authorized service facility.
		11.	Intake valve stuck open or closed.	11.	Contact authorized service facility.
		12.	Engine has lost compression.	12.	Contact authorized service facility.

	Engine shuts down when	Out of fuel.		Fill fuel tank.
	running.

	Engine lacks power.	1.	Load is too high.	1.	See "Don't Overload Generator".
	Engine lacks power.	2.	Dirty air filter.	2.	Replace air filter.
		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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Briggs & Stratton 30325 manual Troubleshooting

Contents

Operator’s Manual Manual del Operario Starting WattsCall Generator Helpline Llame Línea Directa del Generador Safety Rules Table of ContentsEquipment 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 Recoil Starter Know Your Generator Always wear eye protection when installing/removing e-rings AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Refer to and install the wheel kit as follows Type of Fuel Before Starting the EngineAdd Engine Oil Add Fuel Generator Location Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System Ground Starting the Engine Operating Generator Do not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator Connecting Electrical LoadsGenerator Adapter Cord SET Stopping the Engine 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle ReceptaclesVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles Example Power ManagementDont Overload Generator Capacity Engine Specifications Product SpecificationsPower Ratings Generator Specifications Generator Cleaning Generator MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Servicing Air Cleaner Engine MaintenanceOil Changing Engine Oil To service the air cleaner, follow these stepsServicing Spark Arrester Servicing Spark Plug Clean Cooling SystemCarburetor Adjustment Clean and inspect the spark arrester as follows Generator StorageLong Term Storage Instructions Protect Fuel System Troubleshooting Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities Emissions Control System WarrantyPage Page 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 Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Generador PrecauciónCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Tomacorriente con Dispositivo de Seguridad de Conozca SU Generador Tornillos Tuerca de Seguridad Asa MontajeDesembalaje del Generador Instale el Juego de Ruedas Cuando Añada Combustible Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregar Aceite al Motor Agregue Combustible Conexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio USO DEL GeneradorTierra del Sistema Ubicación del Generador Encienda el Motor Operando EL Generador No Sobrecargue EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue Generador Juego DE Cables DEL Adaptador DEL GeneradorConexion De Cargas Electricas Parado Del Motor Juego de Cable de 4 Alambres 240V 120V Neutro Cargado Receptáculos Precaución120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de Seguridad Volt AC, 20 Amp, Receptáculos Dobles Ejemplo No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Control de la Energía Especificaciones del Generador Información Técnica Sobre EL MotorEspecificaciones DEL Producto Potencia Nominal Mantenimiento DEL Generador Recomendaciones GeneralesLimpieza del Generador Aceite Mantenimiento DEL Motor AdvertenciaServicio del Depurador de Aire Tapa Cambio de Aceite del MotorLimpie la Pantalla Apagachispas Cartucho Ajuste del Carburador Limpie/Reemplace la BujíaSistema de Refrigeración de Aire Compruebe la Holgura de la Válvula Generador AlmacenamientoAlmacenamiento Para Periodos Prolongados Proteja el Sistema de Combustible Diagnositicos DE Averías Problemo Causa Accion Garantía DEL Sistema DE Control DE Emisiones = 250 horas, B = 500 horas y a = 1000 horas Uso comercial Uso del consumidor