Troubleshooting - Briggs & Stratton Home Generator Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Engine is running, but no AC output is
available.
Engine runs good at no-load but "bogs
down" when loads are connected.
Engine will not start; or starts and runs
rough.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Loss of power on essential circuits.
Cause
1. Circuit breaker open or defective.
2. Fault in generator.
3. Poor wiring connections or
defective transfer switch.
1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Shorted generator circuit.
4. Fuel Pressure is incorrect.
5. Natural gas fuel mixture is incorrect.
6. Kinked fuel line between regulator
and engine.
1. 15 Amp fuse missing or blown.
2. Fuel supply turned off or depleted.
3. Failed battery.
1. Fuel supply turned off or depleted.
2. Fault indicator blinking.
1. Generator circuit breaker is open.
2. Transfer switch problems.
Correction
1. Reset or replace circuit breaker.
2. Contact local service facility.
3. Check and repair.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See Essential Circuits.
3. Contact local service facility.
4. See Gaseous Fuel System in the
Installation Manual.
5. See Gaseous Fuel System in the
Installation Manual.
6. Remove kink in fuel line. Replace if
necessary.
1. Install (new) 15 Amp fuse. See
System Control Panel.
2. Open fuel valve(s); check propane
tank.
3. Replace battery.
1. Check fuel valves, fill propane tank.
2. Count blinks and refer to Fault
Detection System.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. See the transfer switch manual.
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