Troubleshooting - Briggs & Stratton 30242 Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
No AC output is available, but
generator is running.
Generator runs good at no-load
but "bogs" down" when loads are
connected.
Generator will not start; or starts
and runs rough.
Generator shuts down during
operation.
Generator lacks power.
6200W Portable Generator
Cause
1. One of the circuit breakers is
open.
2. Fault in generator.
3. Poor connection or defective
cord set.
4. Connected device is bad.
1. Short circuit in a connected
load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Shorted generator circuit.
1. Failed battery.
2. Low oil level.
Out of fuel.
Load is too high.
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Correction
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Contact Authorized service
facility.
3. Check and repair.
4. Connect another device that is
in good condition.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical
load.
2. See "Don't Overload Generator".
3. Contact Authorized service
facility.
1. Replace battery.
2. Fill crankcase to proper level or
place generator on level surface.
Fill fuel tank.
See "Don't Overload Generator".