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Troubleshooting/Specifications
Problem Cause Correction
Engine is running, but no AC
output is available.
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. 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.
Engine runs well at no-load but
“bogs down” when loads are
connected.
1. Generator is overloaded. 1. See Generator Capacity.
Engine will not start; starts and
runs rough or shuts down when
running.
1. Fuel valve 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.
7. Battery not connected or discharged.
1. Turn fuel valve to on
( )
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.
7. Connect or charge battery.
Engine shuts down and CO
shutdown system LED blinks red
(•• •).
1. Generator improperly located.
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.
For all other issues, see a Briggs & Stratton authorized dealer.
Specifications
Rated Wattage* ........................................... 3,700
Starting Wattage** ......................................... 4,500
AC Current at 230 Volts ................................16.1 Amps
Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hz
Phase .............................................Single Phase
Displacement ............................................ 224 cc
Spark Plug Gap ...................................... 0.7-0.8 mm
Fuel Capacity ........................................13.25 Liters
Oil Capacity ........................................... 0.6 Liters
Sound Pressure @ 7 m§ ...................................74 dBA
* Generator rated in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-14, Motors and Generators.
**Per Briggs & Stratton 628K.
§ Measured sound values in accordance to AS/NZS 3010:2017, Electrical Installations - Generating Sets

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Briggs & Stratton P4500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Running Watts3700W
Starting Watts4500W
Engine Displacement224cc
Fuel TypeGasoline
Tank Capacity3.5 gallons
Voltage120/240V
Run Time at 50% Load8 hours
WheelsYes
Outlet Types1 x 120/240V 30A Outlet
Starting SystemRecoil
Run Time at 25% Load16 hours

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