TROUBLESHOOTING
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M-F 8-5.
Problem
Engine will not
start
Engine runs but
there is no
electrical output
Generator runs but
does not support
all electrical
devices
connected.
3ause
Engine switch is set
:O "Off",
--uel valve is turned
:o "closed".
Choke is open.
Engine is out of gas.
Engine is filled with
:ontaminated or old
_las
Spark plug is dirty.
Spark plug is
3roken.
3enerator is not on
evel surface.
9il is low
Circuit breaker is off.
Bad connecting
Nires/cables.
Bad electrical device
:onnected to
_enerator.
3enerator is
3verloaded
Short in one of the
:onnected devices.
_,ircleaner is dirty.
Solution
Set engine switch to "on".
]urn fuel valve to "open" position.
Close the choke
_,ddgas.
Change the gas in the engine.
Clean spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Move generator to a level surface to prevent low oil shutdown
from triggering.
_,ddor replace oil.
Set the circuit breaker to the "on" position.
If you are using an extension cord, try a different one.
]'ry connecting a different device.
Try connecting fewer electrical loads to the generator.
Try disconnecting any faulty or short-circuited electrical loads.
Clean or replace air cleaner.
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