Multiquip GAC-9.7HZ manual Troubleshooting Engine

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troubleshooting (ENGINE)

Table 6. Engine Troubleshooting

Symptom

Possible Cause

Solution

 

 

 

 

Spark plug bridging?

Check gap, insulation or replace spark plug.

Difficult to start. Fuel is

Carbon deposit on spark plug?

Clean or replace spark plug.

available but no SPARK

Short circuit due to deficient spark plug

Check spark plug insulation. Replace if

at spark plug.

insulation?

worn.

 

 

 

 

Improper spark plug gap?

Set to proper gap.

 

ON/OFF switch is shorted?

Check switch wiring. Replace switch.

 

 

 

Difficult to start. Fuel is

Ignition coil defective?

Replace ignition coil.

available and SPARK

Improper spark gap, points dirty?

Set correct spark gap and clean points.

is present at the spark

 

 

Condenser insulation worn or short

Replace condenser.

plug.

circuiting?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spark plug wire broken or short circuiting?

Replace defective spark plug wiring.

Difficult to start. Fuel

Wrong fuel type?

Flush fuel system and replace with correct

is available, SPARK is

type of fuel.

 

present at the spark

 

 

Water or dust in fuel system?

Flush fuel system.

plug and compression

 

 

Air cleaner dirty?

Clean or replace air cleaner.

is normal.

 

 

 

 

Suction/exhaust valve stuck or protruded?

Reseat valves.

Difficult to start. Fuel

 

 

Piston ring and/or cylinder worn?

Replace piston rings or piston.

is available, SPARK is

 

 

Cylinder head and/or spark plug not

 

present at the spark

Torque cylinder head bolts and spark plug.

tightened properly?

plug and compression

 

 

 

is low.

Head gasket and/or spark plug gasket

Replace head and spark plug gaskets.

 

damaged?

 

 

 

Fuel not available in fuel tank?

Fill with correct type of fuel.

 

 

 

 

Fuel cock does not open properly?

Apply lubricant to loosen fuel cock lever.

No fuel present at

Replace if necessary.

 

carburetor.

Fuel filter clogged?

Replace fuel filter.

 

 

 

 

Fuel tank cap breather hole clogged?

Clean or replace fuel tank cap.

 

 

 

 

Air in fuel line?

Bleed fuel line

Weak in power.

Air cleaner dirty?

Clean or replace air cleaner.

 

 

Compression is proper

Improper level in carburetor?

Check float adjustment. Rebuild carburetor.

and does not misfire.

 

 

Defective spark plug?

Clean or replace spark plug.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Model gaC-9.7HZ Table of Contents GAC9.7HZ Portable 60 Hz GeneratorChoose from three easy options Safety Information SaFeTY messagesGeNeRal saFeTY GeNeRaTOR saFeTYRestricted. If the air fl ow is ENgiNe saFeTYFuel saFeTY Before servicing equipmentGrounding safety EleCTRiCal saFeTYPower Cord/Cable safety BaTTeRY saFeTY eleCTRiC sTaRT ONlYTRaNspORTiNg saFeTY ENviRONmeNTal saFeTYPage Specifications gENERATOR Specifications engine Effects of Altitude and HeatDimensions 31.49 800 MMPage Installation Connecting the GroundPlacement Outdoor InstallationIndoor Installation Generator GroundingControl Box General informationGenerator Control box is provided with the followingComponents generator Automatic idle control automatically engages underThis Honda engine is equipped with a low oil General Inspection Prior to Operation Ground Power Tools Extension CableCircuit Breakers Remove the dipstick from its holder and wipe clean Before StartingEngine Oil Check Battery Check Fuel CheckBefore Starting the Engine Place the generators operation switch in the on positionOperation Starting the EnginePlace main circuit breaker in the on position Place Gfci and AUX. circuit breakers in the on positionOperation/shutdown Stopping the Engine Normal ShutdownEmergency Shutdown Preparation for long term storage Generator StorageMaintenance First EveryWeekly MaintenanceDaily Engine Oil and FilterEngine Air Cleaner Engine Air CleanerGenerator wiring digram SW3Troubleshooting Engine Dirt? Weak in power Water in fuel system?Recoil starter Malfunction Spiral spring loose? Replace spiral springTroubleshooting Generator Page Explanation of Code in Remarks Column Suggested Spare Parts To 3 unitsGAC9.7HZ- nameplate and decalS Assy 5571693 and belowA63210110A A6532101404A63210140 A65300040AGAC9.7HZ Generator Assy SET BOLT, Rotor Includes Items W/#FAN SET Washer BearingGAC9.7HZ Control BOX Assy Terminal Plate Start SwitchControl BOX HEX, Head BoltGAC9.7HZ Pipe Frame Assy Battery Bolt Battery SheetBattery Band Pipe FrameHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD AIR Cleaner Assy Filter Outer Clip AIR CleanerCollar A, AIR Cleaner BOLT, Special 5 MMHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Camshaft Assy Camshaft Assy SPRING, Weight ReturnSEAL, Valve Stem ROD, PushHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Carburetor Assy Valve SET, Float TUBE, BreatherCLIP, Breather Tube Float SETHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Carburetor Assy INSULATOR, Carburetor GASKET, AIR CleanerValve ASSY., Solenoid GASKET, CarburetorHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Control Assy ARM COMP., Governor Joint RODSpring Starter ROD, GovernorHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Crankcase Cover Assy PIN, Governor Weight Weight GoernorHOLDER, Governor Weight BOLT, SealingHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Crankshaft Assy 13310ZJ1880 Crankshaft Comp90401ZJ1000 Honda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Cylinder Barrel Assy VALVE, Breather COLLAR, Filter SettingPACKING, Breather Cover VALVE, OIL SHUT-OFFHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Cylinder Head Assy GUIDE, Exhaust Valve OS HANGER, EngineGUIDE, Intake Valve OS CLIP, Valve GuideHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine FAN Cover Assy PLATE, R. Side BRACKET, Wire Harness ClipCLIP, Wire Harness , Black PLATE, L. SideHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Flywheel Assy Grid Screen FAN, CoolingPULLEY, Starter SPACER, Starter Pulley MTHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Ignition Coil Assy Coil ASSY., Charge 12V/3A GROMMET, High Tension WireCAP ASSY., Noise Suppressor Doide ASSY., Engine StopHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Piston Assy Piston STD BOLT, Connecting RODRing SET, Piston STD PIN, PistonHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Recoil Starter Assy SPRING, Friction PULLEY, Recoil StarterRATCHET, Starter SPRING, Starter ReturnHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Muffler Assy STAY, Muffler Muffler CompPROTECTOR,MUFFLER Band AssyHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Auto Throttle Assy NUT, Special CAP Plate SolenoidSolenoid ASSY., Rotary PURSE, LOCK, 8MMHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Starter motor Assy Armature Comp Switch ASSY., MagnetRING, Snap CLUTCH., OverrunningHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Fuel Pump Assy STAY, Fuel Pump CLIP, Wire HarnessPump ASSY., Fuel Tube COMP., Fuel aHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Rectifer Assy 31620881A02 Rectifer ASSY., RegulatorHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD- Engine Decals Assy MARK, Fuel Warning Label Specification GX610MARK, OIL ALERT, External MARK, Heat CautionHonda GX610K1VD/U1VD Engine Tool KIT Sapnner Wrench COMP. Spark PlugHANDLE, BOX Wrench BAG ToolTerms and Conditions of Sale Parts FReigHT pOliCYPage HERE’S HOW to GET Help
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