Multiquip ga6HB, ga6HEB manual troubleshooting ENGINE, Troubleshooting Engine - continued

troubleshooting (ENGINE)

Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued

symptom	possible problem	solution
	Air cleaner dirty?	Clean or replace air cleaner.
Weak in power, compression is proper and	Improper level in carburetor?	Check fl oat adjustment, rebuild carburetor.
does not misfi re.	Defective spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
	Improper spark plug?	Set to proper gap.
	Water in fuel system?	Flush fuel system and replace with correct
Weak in power, compression is proper but		type of fuel.
misfi res.	Dirty spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
	Ignition coil defective?	Replace ignition coil.
	Spark plug heat value incorrect?	Replace with correct type of spark plug.
	Wrong type of fuel?	Replace with correct type of fuel.
Engine overheats.	Cooling fi ns dirty?	Clean cooling fi ns.
	Intake air restricted?	Clear intake of dirt and debris. Replace air
		cleaner elements as necessary.
	Oil level too low or too high?	Adjust oil to proper level.
	Governor adjusted incorrectly?	Adjust governor.
Rotational speed fl uctuates.	Governor spring defective?	Replace governor spring.
	Fuel fl ow restricted?	Check entire fuel system for leaks or clogs.
Recoil starter malfunctions. (if applicable)	Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and dirt?	Clean recoil assembly with soap and water.
	Spiral spring loose?	Replace spiral spring.
	Loose, damaged wiring?	Ensure tight, clean connections on battery
		and starter.
Starter malfunctions.
	Battery insuffi ciently charged?	Recharge or replace battery.
	Starter damaged or internally shorted?	Replace starter.
	Over-accumulation of exhaust products?	Check and clean valves. Check muffl er and
		replace if necessary.
Burns too much fuel.
	Wrong spark plug?	Replace spark plug with manufacturer's
		suggested type.
Exhaust color is continuously "white".	Lubricating oil is wrong viscosity?	Replace lubricating oil with correct viscosity.
	Worn rings?	Replace rings.
	Air cleaner clogged?	Clean or replace air cleaner.
	Choke valve set to incorrect position?	Adjust choke valve to correct position.
Exhaust color is continuously "black".	Carburetor defective, seal on carburetor	Replace carburetor or seal.
	broken?
	Poor carburetor adjustment, engine runs too	Adjust carburetor.
	rich?
	ON/OFF device not activated ON?	Turn on ON/OFF device.
Will not start, no power with key "ON". (if	Battery disconnected or discharged?	Check cable connections. Charge or replace
applicable)		battery
	Ignition switch/wiring defective?	Replace ignition switch. Check wiring.

GA6HB/6HEB 60 hz GENERATOR • operation and parts manual — rev. #0 (03/13/14) — page 35