Polaris P1000i, P2000i manual No Power at AC Receptacles, Engine Stops or Loses Power

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Symptoms

No Power at AC Receptacles

	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

	Output indicator is OFF, and	Check the AC load; stop and restart the engine
	overload indicator is ON
	overload indicator is ON	Check the cooling air inlet; stop and restart the engine
		Check the cooling air inlet; stop and restart the engine

	AC circuit protector tripped	Check the AC load and reset circuit protector

	Faulty power tool or appli-	Replace or repair the power tool or appliance; stop and
	ance	restart the engine

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

Engine Stops or Loses Power

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Out of fuel	Refuel

Fouled, worn, incorrect, or	Inspect, clean, and / or replace the spark plug, set the
defective spark plug; incor-	spark plug gap to specification
rect spark plug gap or heat
range

Loose ignition connections	Check all connections and tighten

Water present in fuel /	Drain the fuel system and refuel
incorrect fuel

Kinked or plugged fuel tank	Inspect and replace
vent line

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

No / low oil in the engine	Check / replace oil

Clogged air filter	Clean or replace the air filter(s)

Overheated engine	Clean cover screens

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 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 SwitchAC Receptacles Indicator PanelGround Terminal 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 UseAlterations Emission Control System InformationSource of Emissions 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 Level Inspection Engine OilOil Recommendation 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 Transporting the Generator Transportation and StorageTransportation 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