Use and Care Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
IMPORTANT: If trouble persists, please call our customer service center.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Engine will
not start
Engine switch in “OFF”
position
Set engine switch to “ON” position.
Fuel cock knob in “OFF”
position
Set Fuel cock knob to “ON” position.
Pull the Choke knob fully out
when warm start
Press the choke knob full in
Engine is filled with
contaminated or old fuel
Change the fuel in the tank.
Not enough oil in crankcase
Add or replace engine oil.
Spark plug is dirty or wet Remove carbon or wipe spark plug dry.
Spark plug is broken. Replace spark plug.
Generator is not on level
surface
Move generator to a level surface to prevent low
oil shutdown from triggering.
Engine needs maintenance
Get a professional engine tune-up at an
authorized small engine repair shop
Generator was tilted when
adding oil, or shipped
side-down
Remove spark plugs, turn off engine switch then
pull recoil starter four times to remove oil from
the combustion chamber.
Compression Insufficient
Worn out piston and
cylinder
Consult our customer service center
Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts properly.
Damaged gasket Replace gasket
Fuel systems: No fuel supplied to combustion chamber
1.No fuel in tank Refuel
2.Clogged fuel line
Clean fuel line
3.Clogged carburetor Clean carburetor
4. Air filter is dirty. Clean or replace air filter.
5.Faulty ignition system Consult service center
Engine
stops
Not enough oil in crankcase Add or change oil
Engine is out of fuel Add fuel.