Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction | Snapper 030215-1

Snapper 5600W 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.	Low oil level.	1.	Fill crankcase to proper level or
	Generator will not start; or starts				place generator on level surface.
	and runs rough.				place generator on level surface.
	and runs rough.	2.	Out of gasoline.	2.	Fill fuel tank.
		2.	Out of gasoline.	2.	Fill fuel tank.

	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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Snapper 030215-1 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

Contents

Watt Generator Equipment Description Table of ContentsSafety Rules When Operating Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Transporting or Repairing Equipment When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Generator When Testing for Engine Spark Know Your Generator Install Wheel Kit AssemblyCarton Contents Unpacking the Generator Add Engine Oil When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add Fuel System Ground Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System Generator Location Starting the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsOperating Generator Do not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles ReceptaclesStopping the Engine 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Capacity Power ManagementDont Overload Generator Example Engine Maintenance SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Generator Maintenance Engine Storage StorageGenerator Storage Other Storage Tips Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Equipment Consumer Use Commercial Use Snapper Owner Warranty Policy Effective August 1About your equipment warranty Reglas DE Seguridad Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo Advertencia Cuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Añada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL Equipo Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor PrecauciónCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Generador Tomacorriente Dobles de 120 Voltios AC, 20 Amp Conozca SU GeneradorTapa del Depósito del Aceite Llene el motor con aceite Contenido de la Caja MontajeDesembalaje del Generador Instale el Juego de Ruedas Agregue Combustible Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregar Aceite al Motor Cuando Añada Combustible Conexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio USO DEL GeneradorTierra del Sistema Ubicación del Generador Conexion De Cargas Electricas Operando EL GeneradorEncienda el Motor No Sobrecargue EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue Generador Volt AC, 20 Amp, Receptáculos Dobles Receptáculos PrecauciónParado Del Motor 120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de Seguridad Control de la Energía No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Ejemplo Mantenimiento del Motor EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Mantenimiento del Generador Almacenando el Generador Diagnositicos DE AveríasAlmacenamiento Almacenando el Motor Garantía Limitada Efectiva desde el 1 ro de AgostoEquipo Para Uso Del Consumidor Para Uso Comercial Acerca de la seguridad de su equipo