Auto Start / Auto Choke Troubleshooting

SERVICE BULLETIN

Troubleshooting iGen4500 Issues

Issue 1: Generator will crank but will not fully start, if it does start it stalls out.

Cause: Automatic choke is not adjusting correctly.

Solution: Long term ﬁx: Follow directions in Issue 2 below.

Short term ﬁx: Remove engine service panel and manually move choke. See below:

COLD START:

Choke location

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1. Move choke to the right to close.

2. Press start button

3. As the engine starts move the choke left to open.

Issue 2: Push button start will not work when battery is connected and battery switch is on and

illuminated red.

Cause: The control cables that connect to the starting module are being pulled out when the unit

is dropped excessively during shipping.

Solution: Follow the steps below to reconnect the starter module:

Remove 8 screws that hold on

front panel

Remove 6 10mm bolts that hold

on side panel

Pull o front control panel and pull

open the underside of the side panel

to gain access to the starter module

box that is bolted to the frame.

NOTE: Be careful to not bend side

panel too much to prevent cracking.

If either or both of

these connectors are

disconnected, you will

need to reconnect them.

If you cannot reach the connectors, then remove the two

bolts holding the starting module to the frame and reconnect

loose connectors. Reinstall starting module and reassemble

the front and side covers.

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