I had same problem. I emailed B&S and the reply was instant!! I had a damaged lead, But their detailed help was something you don't get everyday.
Top marks to B&S.
Try them
gstyer
April 2012
to fix the charging system
michael mosforth
March 2012
how does it charge
michael mosforth
March 2012
the charging light is staying on and the fuse has not blown what do i do next