Chicago Electric 98391 manual Problem, Possible Causes, Probable Solutions, Engine will not, start

Troubleshooting

Problem		Possible Causes		Probable Solutions
Engine will not	Fuel Related:		Fuel Related: *
start	1.	No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed.	1.	Open fuel valve and fill fuel tank.
	2.	Air trapped in fuel line/Filter.	2.	Bleed fuel line.
	3.	Low quality or deteriorated, old	3.	Use only fresh #2 diesel fuel.
		diesel.
	4.	Not enough oil in crankcase.	4.	Add or replace oil.
	5.	Dirty fuel passageways blocking	5.	Clean out passageways using
		fuel flow.		diesel fuel additive or biocide.
				Heavy deposits may require further
				cleaning.
	6.	Low oil sensor failure.	6.	Add oil, disconnect low oil
				sensor, start engine and allow to
				run for several minutes before
				reconnecting the sensor.
	7.	Generator is not on level surface.	7.	Move the generator to a level
				surface to prevent low oil shutdown
				from triggering.
	8.	Load connected.	8.	Disconnect load.
	9.	Air filter dirty.	9.	Change air filter.
	10. Battery dead.		10. Replace battery.
Black smoke from	1.	Generator overloaded.	1.	Reduce load.
exhaust	2.	Oil in cylinder.	2.	Check oil level and drain excess
				from crankcase.
	3.	Contaminated diesel fuel.	3.	Treat engine with biocide.
	4.	Fuel injection malfunction.	4.	Have the Generator serviced by a
	5.	Clogged air filter.		qualified mechanic.
	6.	Improper setting for specific altitude.	5.	Replace air filter.
			6.	Have a qualified technician inspect/
				reset the engine fuel system.
White smoke	1.	Water in fuel.	1.	Empty and clean fuel tank, fuel lines
from exhaust				and filter.
Generator runs	1.	Device connected is faulty.	1.	Check devices for problems.
but does not	2.	Engine overloaded.	2.	Turn off and unplug devices, shut
support all loads.				Generator off for several minutes,
				restart generator, connect fewer
				loads.

* Every time fuel system is serviced, replace the fuel filter.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine.

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