Polaris P1000i, P2000i manual Troubleshooting Symptoms, Engine Will Not Turn Over

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Symptoms

Engine Will Not Turn Over

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Starter recoil damage	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Internal engine damage	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Engine Turns Over, but Will Not Start

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Out of fuel	Refuel

Water is present in the fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

Old or non-recommended	Drain the fuel system and refuel
fuel

Fouled or defective spark	Inspect spark plug and replace as needed
plug

No spark to spark plug	Inspect spark plug, verify engine switch is ON

Water or fuel in crankcase	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Mechanical failure	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Low Oil	Repeat Pre-operation inspection

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Contents Polaris Power Table of Contents Welcome IntroductionIntended Use Safety Precautions Alcohol or Drug USE Signal Words and Safety TermsP1000iP2000i Identification Numbers and LocationsBefore and During Operation SafetySafety Warnings and Precautions GeneralFire Safety Operator Safety Fuel Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety Electrical Safety Equipment Modifications Extension Cord InformationHot Exhaust Caution Safety Labels and LocationsCarbon Monoxide Warning Outdoor Use only Danger LabelSafety Generator Components Controls and FeaturesP1000i P2000i Control Panel ComponentsStarter Recoil Grip Engine Fuel SwitchChoke Lever Fuel Tank Cap Vent LeverDC Receptacle and Fuse Smart Throttle SwitchGround Terminal Indicator PanelAC Receptacles Parallel Receptacles Overload Protector Reset SwitchAdding Engine Oil First USE InstructionsFuel Recommendation Adding Fuel PRE-OPERATION Inspection Pre-Operation ChecklistRefueling Safe Operating PrecautionsOperation Fuel RecommendationsRemove the fuel tank cap a Starting the Engine Before Starting the EnginePosition the engine switch to on Stopping the Engine AC Operation AC Capacity Wattage Reference Table DC Operation Power ManagementOperation Smart Throttle System Disconnecting the Battery Charging CableConnections to a Building Electrical System Standby PowerParallel Generator Operation Parallel operation procedureShutting off the generators Carburetor Modification High Altitude UseSource of Emissions Emission Control System InformationAlterations Replacement Parts Problems Affecting EmissionsImportance of Maintenance MaintenanceSafety Precautions Maintenance SafetyPeriodic Maintenance Chart Periodic MaintenanceOpening the Service Door Fuel Line Inspection Initial MaintenanceFuel System Hour Initial Break-InOFF Oil Recommendation Engine OilOil Level Inspection Oil Change Procedure Maintenance Air Filter Inspection Air FiltersAir Filter Replacement Air Filter CleaningSpark Plug Spark Plug Inspection and ReplacementGap should be 0.6 0.7 mm Transportation Transportation and StorageTransporting the Generator Storage Preparation StorageAccessing the Fuel Tank Draining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Fogging the Engine Removing from Storage Storage PrecautionsGeneral Specifications SpecificationsModified coefficient table of ambient condition power Polaris Lubricants and Maintenance ProductsP1000i Wiring Diagram Wiring DiagramsRed Gray Brown White Black P2000i Wiring DiagramEngine Turns Over, but Will Not Start TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Symptoms Engine Will Not Turn OverEngine Backfires Engine Lacks PowerEngine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires Engine Pings or KnocksPossible Lean Solution Fuel Cause No Power at DC ReceptacleEngine Stops or Loses Power No Power at AC ReceptaclesAbout this Warranty Document Warranty Registration Form WarrantyWarranty Period Warranty Exclusions Polaris Power Generator Owner Responsibility Important Notice DATE/HOURS Service Comments Supplier Permormed Technician Maintenance LOGLabel Location IndexIndex PMS