TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for
assistance.
ENGINE WILL NOT START
Possible Cause Solution
Engine switch is in the OFF position. Turn engine switch to the ON position.
No fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Fuel-switch is in OFF position. Turn fuel-switch to the ON position.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped.
Replace spark plug.
Drain fuel. Refuel with fresh gasoline.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with
bad gasoline.
Drain fuel. Refuel with fresh gasoline. If problem
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with
bad gasoline.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.
Engine oil level is low. Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff. If engine
Battery not charged. Charge battery.
ENGINE LACKS POWER.
Possible Cause Solution
AC Circuit protector(s) tripped.
GFCI system activated.
Item plugged in is defective.
AC RECEPTACLE DOES NOT WORK.
Possible Cause Solution
OUTPUT indicator is OFF, and
OVERLOAD indicator is ON.
Check AC load. Stop and restart the engine. Check
the cooling air inlet. Stop and restart the engine.
Check AC load and reset AC circuit protector(s)
Reset the GFCI.
Try a different item.
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