Generac NP-50LPG, 00919-0 owner manual Problem, Cause Correction

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PROBLEM

Engine won’t crank.

Generac NP-50LPG Recreational Vehicle Generator

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE

CORRECTION

1. 15 amp fuse blown.

1.

Replace fuse.

2.

Loose, corroded or defective

2.

Tighten, clean or replace

 

battery cables

 

as necessary.

3.

Battery is discharged or defective.

3.

Recharge or replace battery.

4.

Defective starter contactor.

4.

Replace if defective.

5.

Defective starter motor.

5

Replace if defective.

6.

Defective Controller circuit board

6.

Replace if defective.

Engine cranks but won't start

1.Out of fuel

2.Fuel shutoff valve is closed.

3.Defective Controller circuit board

4.Spark plug defective.

5.Defective ignition coil on engine

6.Defective carburetor

7.Dirty air cleaner.

8.Fuel solenoid is defective.

1.Replenish fuel.

2.Open fuel shutoff valve.

3.Replace if defective.

4.Clean, regap or replace plug.

5.Replace if defective.

6.Replace if defective.

7.Clean or replace elements as needed.

8.Replace or repair.

Engine starts hard, runs rough.

Engine starts, shuts down when Start/Stop switch is released.

No AC output from generator.

1.

Dirty air cleaner.

1.

Clean or replace elements as

 

 

 

needed.

2.

Defective spark plug.

2.

Clean, regap or replace plug.

3.

Defective ignition coil.

3.

Replace if defective.

1.

Engine oil level is low.

1.

Check oil and add oil as needed.

2.

Engine is overheated.

2.

Check cooling system for blockage.

3.

Defective Low Oil Pressure Switch

3.

Replace defective switch.

4.

Defective Controller circuit board.

4.

Replace defective board.

1.

Check main line circuit breaker.

1.

Reset to ON or CLOSED.

2.

Transfer switch (if so equipped) is set

2.

Reset transfer switch.

 

to wrong position.

 

 

3.

Failure in vehicle electrical system.

3.

See vehicle manual.

4.

Generator component failure.

4.

Contact an authorized service

 

 

 

facility.

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Contents Generac Generac NP-50LPG Recreational Vehicle Generator Reference Number Identification 20-29 Read this Manual Thoroughly Operation and MaintenanceHOW to Obtain Service Safety InstallationGenerator Applicability Generator AC Connection SystemFuel Primer START/STOP SwitchFuse Main BreakerStarting the Generator Before Starting the EngineApplying Loads to Generator Stopping the GeneratorOvervoltage Protection Field BoostAutomatic LOW OIL Pressure Shutdown Hour Break in Period Operating PrecautionsHour Check UP Effects of Moisture and DirtFuel Requirements SpecificationsFuel Consumption Engine OIL RequirementsChange OIL Filter Checking Engine OIL LevelClean or Replace AIR Filter Engine AIR CleanerSpark Arrestor Muffler Cleaning the GeneratorBattery Return the Unit to Service After Storage OUT of Service ProtectionDrive Belt Exercising the GeneratorCause Correction ProblemDrawing No Electrical DataElectrical Data Exploded View Base and Pulleys Description QTY Repair Parts Base and PulleysExploded View Alternator and Panel Repair Parts Alternator and Panel Exploded View Engine Enclosure QTY Description Repair Parts Engine EnclosureDrawing No. B2195 Exploded View GN-410 EngineRepair Parts GN-410 Engine Exploded View Engine Accessories Repair Parts Engine Accessories California Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty Three Year Warranty Schedule