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18 Operator’s Manual for Portable Generator
Engine shuts down 
during operation.
1. Out of fuel.
2. Low oil level.
3. Fault in engine.
4. Ambient temp too high.
1. Fill fuel tank. Prime fuel sys-
tem. See 
"Starting Pull Start 
Engines."  or "Starting Elec-
tric Start Engines." 
2. Fill crankcase to correct level.
3. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
4. Move unit to cooler location 
and allow engine to cool 
before running again.
Engine lacks power.
1. Load is too high.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Engine needs to be serviced.
4. Excessive valve lash.
5. Dirty fuel filter.
6. Fuel injector clogged.
1. Reduce load. See 
"Know 
Generator Limits." 
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
4. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
5. Replace fuel filter.
6. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
Engine surges or 
stumbles.
1. Governor/throttle assembly is 
not adjusted properly.
2. Air in fuel system.
1. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
2. Contact Authorized Service 
Facility.
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