Homelite HG6000 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Solution

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Engine will not start.	Engine switch is OFF.	Turn engine switch to ON.
	No fuel.	Fill fuel tank.
	Oil level is low.	Check engine oil level and fill, if
		necessary.
	Fuel valve is OFF.	Turn fuel valve ON.
	Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly	Replace spark plug.
	gapped.
	Fuel is not reaching carburetor.	Clean fuel sediment cup.
	Choke is OPEN.	Pull choke lever out to CLOSED.
	Engine stored without treating or	Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
	draining gasoline, or refueled with bad	fresh gasoline.
	gasoline.
Engine lacks power.	Fuel element clogged.	Check air filter element. Clean or replace
		as needed.
	Engine stored without treating or	Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
	draining gasoline, or refueled with bad	fresh gasoline.
	gasoline.
AC receptacle does not work.	Circuit breaker is OFF.	Turn ON the AC circuit breaker.
	Item plugged in is defective.	Try a different item.
Generator makes a “spark knock” or	An occasional light “knocking” or “ping-	Switch to a different brand of gasoline,
“pinging” noise.	ing” under heavy load is not a cause	making sure that the octane rating is 86
	for concern. However, if the knocking	or higher. If problem continues, contact
	or pinging occurs under normal load	your nearest Baja authorized service
	at a steady engine speed, the problem	center.
	may be with the brand of gasoline be-
	ing used.

If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest Baja authorized service center for assistance.

The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:  Hard starting or stalling after starting

 Rough idle

 Misfiring or backfiring under load  Afterburning (backfiring)

 Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption

If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest Baja authorized service center.

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