Briggs & Stratton 01653-4 Portable Generator User Manual


 
TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Correction
No AC output is available, but
generator is running.
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. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Contact Authorized service
facility.
3. Check and repair.
4. Connect another device that is
in good condition.
Generator runs good at no-load
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.
Low oil level. 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".