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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
When the engine will not start:
.
If the engine still does not start, take
the generator to an authorized Kipor
service center.
YES
Is the fuel reaching the carburetor?
■ Be sure there is no spilled
fuel around the spark plug. Spilled
fuel may ignite.
Is there a spark from
the s
ark
lu
?
Replace the
s
ark
lu
Take the generator to
an authorized KIPOR
service center.
Add the recommended oil.
Is there enough oil in the engine?
Is the fuel valve on?
Is the engine switch on?
Is there fuel in the tank?
Turn the fuel valve on.
Turn the engine switch on.
Refill the fuel tank.
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
Still no spark
To check:
1) Remove the spark plug cap and clean any
dirt from around the spark plug.
2) Remove the spark plug and install the spark
plug in the plug cap.
3) Set the plug side electrode on the cylinder
head to ground.
4) Crank the engine; sparks should jump across
the gap.
To check:
1) Turn off the fuel valve and loosen the drain
screw.
2) Fuel should flow from the drain when the fuel
valve is turned on.