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7.2 Fuel Filter Maintenance
Use this section to troubleshoot common errors.
Engine won’t start
Fuel systems: No fuel supplied to combustion chamber
• No fuel in tank…..supply fuel.
• Fuel in tank……..Fuel tank cap air vent knob and fuel cock
knob to “ON”.
• Clogged fuel line……clean fuel line.
• Clogged carburetor….clean carburetor.
Engine oil system insufficient
• Oil level is low….add engine oil.
Electrical systems
• Engine switch to “ON” and pull the recoil starter. Poor spark
• Spark plug dirty with carbon or wet…Remove carbon or wipe
spark plug dry.
• Faulty ignition system….Consult a service center.
Generator won’t produce power
• Safety device (DC protector) to ”OFF” ….press the DC
protector to “ON”
• Safety device (AC) to “OFF”….stop the engine, then restart.
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