9
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Cause
Problem
Engine switch is set to “off”.
Set engine switch to “on”.
Fuel valve is turned to “closed”.
Turn fuel valve to “open” position.
Choke is open.
Close the choke.
Engine is out of fuel.
Add fuel.
Engine is filled with contaminated
or old fuel.
Change the fuel on the engine.
Spark plug is dirty.
Clean spark plug.
Spark plug is broken.
Replace spark plug.
Oil is low.
Add or replace oil.
Generator is not on level surface.
Move generator to a level surface to prevent
low oil shutdown from triggering.
Engine will not start
Circuit breaker is off.
Set the circuit breaker to the “on” position.
Bad connecting wires/cables.
If you are using an extension cord, try a
different one.
Engine runs but there
is no electrical output
Bad electrical device connected to
generator.
Try connecting a different device.
Generator is overloaded
Try connecting fewer electrical loads to the
generator.
Short in one of the connected devices.
Try disconnecting any faulty or short-circuited
electrical loads.
Generator runs but
does not support all
electrical devices
connected.
Air cleaner is dirty.
Clean or replace air cleaner.
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