Specifications

WARNING: Many troubleshooting procedures or replacement of parts present hazards
WARNING: Contact with a hot generator set can cause severe burns. Always allow the
12-2008 5. Troubleshooting
that can result in equipment damage and severe personal injury or death.
Only trained and experienced service personnel with knowledge of fuels,
electricity, and machinery hazards should perform service procedures.
Review the Safety Precautions section of this manual.
generator set to cool before performing any maintenance or service.
ENGINE STOPS
Logic: The generator set stops on its own.
Possible Causes:
· Out of fuel
· Low oil level
Corrective Action:
1. Make sure the fuel tank is full.
2. Check the oil level and add oil as necessary.
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ENGINE SURGES
Logic: The engine suddenly runs faster than normal.
Possible Causes:
· Loose spark plug cable
· Faulty spark plug
· Generator set not level
· Dirty fuel strainer
Corrective Action:
1. Make sure the spark plug cable is properly connected or have it serviced, if damaged.
2. Remove and clean or replace the spark plug.
3. Make sure the generator set is on a level surface.
4. Check the fuel strainer and clean if necesary.
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NO AC OUTPUT
Logic: The generator set is running but you are not able to operate any tools or appliances.
Possible Causes:
· Tripped AC circuit breaker
Corrective Action:
1. Remove all loads.
2. Reset the circuit breaker.
3. Check loads for defects and make sure the total load does not exceed the generator set
rating.
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