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FOREWORD This guide has been written and published by Briggs & Stratton Corporation to aid our dealers’ mechanics and company service personnel when servicing the products described herein. It is assumed that these personnel are familiar with the servicing procedures for these products, or like or similar products, manufactured by Briggs &...
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FORWARD This guide has been written and published by Briggs & Stratton Corporation to aid our dealers' mechanics and company service personnel when servicing the products described herein. It is assumed that these personnel are familiar with the servicing procedures for these products, or like or similar products, manufactured by Briggs &...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Introduction • Section 1 INTRODUCTION In the Interest of Safety CAUTION: Indicates a hazard DANGER which, if not avoided might This manual outlines the construction, result in death or serious Generator produces function and servicing procedures of powerful voltage.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Introduction • Section 1 Safety Practices WARNING DANGER Storage batteries give off • Generator exhaust gases contain Fuel and its vapors are explosive hydrogen gas extremely flammable and DEADLY carbon monoxide gas. during recharging.
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Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Introduction • Section 1 • Hand-held generators produce a very powerful voltage that can cause an extremely dangerous electrical shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, etc. Never permit an untrained person to service or assist with the procedures discussed in this guide.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 1 • Introduction GENERATOR SYSTEMS Figure 5 — Generator Wiring Diagram Output Power (AC) power and excitation windings until magnetic saturation and condenser capacity is balanced. This is the calculated "Rated The residual magnetism of the rotor induces an (AC) Output"...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Introduction • Section 1 Fuel System Components GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Fuel Group: Work Area The components that make up the Fuel group include the items listed in Figure 6. Good lighting and an elevated table will help you gain access to all of the mounting hardware and accessories of the hand- Figure 6 —...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 2 • Disassembly General Disassembly Considerations NOTE: Do not attempt to remove the protective grill that surrounds the exhaust muffler. The fasteners Always inspect the external condition of the plastic that hold it in place are secured with plain nuts and components before disassembling the unit.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Disassembly • Section 2 • Remove the screw that is next to the fuel shut-off valve and retain the mounting bracket that supports the fuel tank (Figure 10). Figure 10 — Mounting Bracket Screw •...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 2 • Disassembly ACCESS TO GENERATOR COMPONENTS Figure 12 — Access To Generator Components NOTE: • Position the unit so you are facing the front of the At this point, you have visual access to generator.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Disassembly • Section 2 Rotor / Stator Removal This provides sufficient access to the generator unit for troubleshooting, component replacement and overhaul •• Step 1: (Figure 14). • For easier access, position the unit as shown in figure 16.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting • Section 3 Under-Voltage (DC) Figure 21 — Troubleshooting Flow Chart Test A Repair/Replace Check Engine RPM See B&S #272147 See Appendix Test B Repair/Replace Check See Page 25 Receptacle Wiring Test C Repair/Replace Check DC...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 • Troubleshooting Test C: - Check (DC) Circuit Breaker Figure 23 — Checking The Bridge Diode •• Step 1: • Remove the three screws that secure the control panel to the face of the generator unit. ••...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 • Troubleshooting Over-Voltage (AC) Figure 25 — Troubleshooting Flow Chart Test A Test B Repair/Replace Check Engine RPM Check See Page 22 See Appendix Capacitor Repair/Replace See B&S #272147 "Over Voltage" (AC) Figure 26 —...
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Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 • Troubleshooting Figure 27 — Short the Capacitor Terminals Yellow •• Step 4: • Refer to the owner's manual of your VOM and test the capacitor according to the directions for your equipment.
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Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting • Section 3 Under-Voltage (AC) Figure 29 — Troubleshooting Flow Chart Test A Repair/Replace Check Engine RPM See B&S #272147 See Appendix Test B Repair/Replace Check See Page 25 Receptacle Wiring Test C Repair/Replace Check AC...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 • Troubleshooting Under Voltage (AC) Test C: - Check AC Circuit Breaker Refer to Figure 29 ("Under Voltage (AC)" Flow Chart) on the preceding page for the sequential steps involved with ••...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting • Section 3 Test D: - Check Stator Power Winding Test F: - Check Excitation Winding •• Step 1: •• Step 1: • Disconnect the 4-pin harness connector that contains • Disconnect the harness connector that contains the the yellow wires.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 • Troubleshooting Engine Switch Test G: - Check Rotor Winding •• Step 1: The rotor is considered a non-serviceable part because it is • Remove the three screws that secure the control panel a sealed unit that would require disassembly to properly to the face of the generator unit.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting • Section 3 Pilot Lamp Some early units were equipped with a green pilot lamp. If this is the case, troubleshoot the lamp using the instructions that follow; •• Step 1: •...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 4 • Assembly Mounting The Rotor & Stator • Position the stator and the rear bearing carrier over the rotor and align the feet with the mounting holes in Position the generator/base plate assembly as shown in the base plate (Figure 38).
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Assembly • Section 4 • Install the three stator through-bolts and tighten until Before tightening the rotor mount bolt: the rear bearing carrier is secure (Figure 40). • Check the orientation of the fan (Figure 42). Figure 40 —...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 4 • Assembly • Install the mounting screws and tighten until the heat Figure 45 — Harness Connectors shield is secure. NOTE: Make sure that the bent angles of the heat shield are in contact with surfaces of the engine as shown in figure 44.
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Assembly • Section 4 Mount The Rear Case Halve • Align the rear case half with the mounting holes in the generator carriage. • Position the unit as shown in figure 47. •...
Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 4 • Assembly Mount The Fuel Tank Mount The Front Case Half Inspect the tank for the following items; Before mounting the front case half, ensure that the LOS module is oriented on its mounting as shown in figure 53. •...
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Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Assembly • Section 4 • Route the starter rope through its opening in the case. Figure 57 — Wiring Harness Connections • Align the front case half with the mounting points in the generator carriage and install the fasteners (figure 55).
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Hand-Held Series Generators • Familiarization & Troubleshooting Guide Section 4 • Assembly Figure 59 — Install Oil Service Door Figure 61 — Install Spill Well & Fuel Cap • Install air filter assembly (Figure 60). Figure 60 — Install Air Filter Assembly •...