Troubleshooting/Specifications - Snapper SP4500 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting/Specifications

Problem
Engine is running, but no AC
output is available.
Engine runs well at no-load but
"bogs down" when loads are
connected.
Engine will not start; starts and
runs rough or shuts down when
running.
Engine shuts down and CO
shutdown LED blinks red
(• • ••) .
For all other issues, see a Briggs & Stratton authorized dealer.
Specifications
Rated Wattage* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,700
Starting Wattage** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,500
AC Current at 120 Volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.8 Amps
Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz
Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single Phase
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.7 cu. in. (224 cc)
Spark Plug Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm)
Fuel Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 U.S. Gallons (13.25 Liters)
Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Ounces (0.6 Liters)
*Generator per PGMA (Portable Generator Manufacturers' Association) standard ANSI/PGMA G300-2018, Safety and Performance of
Portable Generators.
**Per Briggs & Stratton 628K.
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Cause
1. One of the circuit breakers is open.
2. Poor connection or defective cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Red LED light is steady. Generator is
overloaded or overheated.
1. Generator is overloaded.
1. Starting dial is in off position.
2. Low oil indicator light comes on. Low
oil level.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
4. Out of fuel.
5. Spark plug wire not connected to
spark plug.
6. Flooded with fuel.
1. Generator improperly located.
Correction
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in
good condition.
4. See Generator Capacity. Press
Main Reset button on control panel.
1. See Generator Capacity.
1. Turn starting dial to run position.
2. Fill crankcase to proper level or
place generator on level surface.
3. Clean or replace air cleaner.
4. Fill fuel tank.
5. Connect wire to spark plug.
6. Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.
1. Move generator to an open,
outdoor area. Air out premises (e.g.
open windows and doors) before
reoccupying. See Carbon Monoxide
(CO) Shutdown System.
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