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Troubleshooting cont.
Generator
running
rough
1. Has the choke been elevated to the Run
position
1. Check to make sure that the choke has been
elevated to the run position. If not elevate the
choke to the run position
2. Has the generator got old fuel in it, that has
been sitting still for a while
2. If so empty out the old fuel and replace it with new
fresh fuel
Appliance is
not working
or stops
working
1. Unplug the appliance from the generator
and check for defect
1. If appliance has a defect follow the
instructions as per the operation/owners manual
Troubleshooting cont.
DC circuit
breaker
continually
tripping
1. Overload
1. Reduce load
2. Faulty cords or equipment
2. Check for damaged, bare, or frayed wires on
equipment. Replace.
3. Incorrect cables used
3. Check to make sure you are using the DC cables
supplied with the actual generator. Using the incorrect
cables could result in the crossing over of polarity. Only
use the supplied DC cables with the actual generator.
4. Mixed polarity
4. Check to make sure that the DC cables are connected
to the correct battery polarity terminals. That is positive
(+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-)
Generator
overheating
1. Generator overloaded
1. Reduce load
2. Insufficient ventilation
2. Move to adequate supply of fresh air
