Briggs & Stratton 01655-3 - Manuel (Page 14)

TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Generator is running, but no AC
output is available.
1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Poor connection or defective cord
set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in
good condition.
4. Contact authorized service facility.
Generator runs good but bogs
down when loads are connected.
1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Shorted generator circuit.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See "Don't Overload Generator".
3. Contact authorized service facility.
Generator will not start; or starts
and runs rough.
1. Fuel valve is in the "Off" position.
2. Vent knob in fuel gauge is closed.
3. Low oil level.
1. Turn fuel valve to the "On"
position.
2. Open vent knob in fuel gauge.
3. Fill crankcase to proper level or
place generator on level surface.
Generator shuts down during
operation.
1. Out of fuel.
2. Low oil level.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Fill crankcase to proper level or
place generator on level surface.
Generator lacks power. Load is too high. See "Don't Overload Generator".