Troubleshooting Guide

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine will not start	1.	Low on fuel or oil.
	2.	Ignition switch in "Off" position.
	3.	Faulty spark plug.
	4.	Choke in wrong position.
	5.	Fuel shut-off valve in closed
		position.

1.Add fuel or oil.

2.Turn to "ON" position

3.Replace spark plug.

4.Adjust choke accordingly.

5.Open fuel shut-off valve.

6.Unit loaded during start-up.

7.Spark plug wire loose.

6.Remove load from unit.

7.Attach wire to spark plug.

No electrical output	1.	Faulty receptacle.
	2.	Circuit breaker kicked out.
	3.	Defective capacitor.
	4.	Faulty power cord.

1.Have Service Center replace.

2.Depress and reset.

3.Have Service Center replace capacitor.

4.Repair or replace cord.

Repeated circuit breaker	1.	Overload
tripping	2.	Faulty cords or equipment.

1.Reduce load.

2.Check for damaged, bare, or frayed wires on equipment. Replace.

Generator overheating	1.	Generator overloaded.	1.	Reduce load.
	2.	Insufficient ventilation.	2.	Move to adequate supply of
				fresh air.

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