Polaris P1000i, P2000i manual Engine Pings or Knocks, Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Symptoms

Engine Pings or Knocks

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Poor quality or low octane	Replace with recommended fuel
fuel

Incorrect ignition timing	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Incorrect spark plug gap or	Set gap to specification or replace spark plug
heat range

Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Fouled or defective spark	Inspect, clean, and / or replace spark plug
plug

Worn or defective spark	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
plug	supplier or refer to the service manual

Incorrect spark plug gap or	Set gap to specification or replace spark plug
heat range

Loose ignition connections	Check all connections and tighten

Water present in fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

Kinked or plugged fuel tank	Inspect and replace
vent line

Incorrect fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

SMART throttle control	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
malfunction	supplier or refer to the service manual

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

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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 LocationsSafety Warnings and Precautions SafetyGeneral Before and During OperationFire Safety Operator Safety Fuel Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety Electrical Safety Equipment Modifications Extension Cord InformationCarbon Monoxide Warning Safety Labels and LocationsOutdoor Use only Danger Label Hot Exhaust CautionSafety Generator Components Controls and FeaturesP1000i P2000i Control Panel ComponentsChoke Lever Engine Fuel SwitchFuel Tank Cap Vent Lever Starter Recoil GripDC Receptacle and Fuse Smart Throttle SwitchIndicator Panel Ground TerminalAC Receptacles Parallel Receptacles Overload Protector Reset SwitchAdding Engine Oil First USE InstructionsFuel Recommendation Adding Fuel PRE-OPERATION Inspection Pre-Operation ChecklistOperation Safe Operating PrecautionsFuel Recommendations RefuelingRemove 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 UseEmission Control System Information Source of EmissionsAlterations Replacement Parts Problems Affecting EmissionsImportance of Maintenance MaintenanceSafety Precautions Maintenance SafetyPeriodic Maintenance Chart Periodic MaintenanceOpening the Service Door Fuel System Initial MaintenanceHour Initial Break-In Fuel Line InspectionOFF Engine Oil Oil RecommendationOil 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 and Storage TransportationTransporting 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 DiagramTroubleshooting Symptoms TroubleshootingEngine Will Not Turn Over Engine Turns Over, but Will Not StartEngine 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