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Owner’s Manual for Spark-Ignited Stationary Generators 35
Troubleshooting
Section 6: Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Correction
Engine does not crank
Fuse blown.
Replace 7.5 amp fuse in generator con-
trol panel. Correct short circuit condition
if fuse blows again.
Loose, corroded, or faulty battery
cables.
Tighten, clean, or replace as necessary.
Contact an IASD
.
Faulty starter contact.
Faulty starter motor.
Discharged battery. Charge or replace battery.
Engine cranks but will not start
Out of LP fuel.
Replenish LP fuel. Turn on fuel shutoff
valve.
Faulty fuel solenoid.
Contact an IASD
.
Open F1 7.5 amp fuse.
Replace F1 7.5 amp fuse if fuse blows
again. Contact an IASD
.
Open F2 15 amp fuse.
Replace F2 15 amp fuse if fuse blows
again. Contact an IASD
.
Faulty fuel system.
Contact an IASD
.
No fuel supply.
Turn on fuel supply. Contact an IASD
.
Engine starts hard and runs
rough
Air cleaner plugged or damaged. Inspect/replace air cleaner.
Unit is set to OFF, but engine
continues to run
Faulty keypad.
Contact an IASD
.
Faulty control board.
No AC output from generator
Main line circuit breaker (MLCB)
(generator disconnect) is OFF
(OPEN).
Set MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON
(CLOSED).
Generator internal failure.
Contact an IASD
.
No transfer to standby after
utility source failure
Faulty transfer switch coil.
Contact an IASD
.
Faulty transfer relay.
Transfer relay circuit open.
Faulty control logic board.
Unit consumes large amounts of
oil
Engine over filled with oil. Adjust oil to correct level.
Faulty engine breather.
Contact an IASD
.
Incorrect oil type or viscosity. See Engine Oil Recommendations.
Damaged gasket, seal, or hose. Inspect for oil leaks.