Engine Pings or Knocks | Polaris P1000i, P2000i guide

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Symptoms

Engine Pings or Knocks

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Poor quality or low octane	Replace with recommended fuel
fuel

Incorrect ignition timing	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

Incorrect spark plug gap or	Set gap to specification or replace spark plug
heat range

Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires

POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Fouled or defective spark	Inspect, clean, and / or replace spark plug
plug

Worn or defective spark	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
plug	supplier or refer to the service manual

Incorrect spark plug gap or	Set gap to specification or replace spark plug
heat range

Loose ignition connections	Check all connections and tighten

Water present in fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

Kinked or plugged fuel tank	Inspect and replace
vent line

Incorrect fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

SMART throttle control	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
malfunction	supplier or refer to the service manual

Mechanical failure	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
	supplier or refer to the service manual

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Polaris P1000i, P2000i manual Engine Pings or Knocks, Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires

Contents

Polaris Power Table of Contents Welcome Introduction Intended Use Safety Precautions Alcohol or Drug USE Signal Words and Safety Terms P1000iP2000i Identification Numbers and Locations Safety Warnings and Precautions SafetyGeneral Before and During Operation Fire Safety Operator Safety Fuel Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety Electrical Safety Equipment Modifications Extension Cord Information Carbon Monoxide Warning Safety Labels and LocationsOutdoor Use only Danger Label Hot Exhaust Caution Safety Generator Components Controls and Features P1000i P2000i Control Panel Components Choke Lever Engine Fuel SwitchFuel Tank Cap Vent Lever Starter Recoil Grip DC Receptacle and Fuse Smart Throttle Switch Indicator Panel Ground TerminalAC Receptacles Parallel Receptacles Overload Protector Reset Switch Adding Engine Oil First USE Instructions Fuel Recommendation Adding Fuel PRE-OPERATION Inspection Pre-Operation Checklist Operation Safe Operating PrecautionsFuel Recommendations Refueling Remove the fuel tank cap a Starting the Engine Before Starting the Engine Position the engine switch to on Stopping the Engine AC Operation AC Capacity Wattage Reference Table DC Operation Power Management Operation Smart Throttle System Disconnecting the Battery Charging Cable Connections to a Building Electrical System Standby Power Parallel Generator Operation Parallel operation procedure Shutting off the generators Carburetor Modification High Altitude Use Emission Control System Information Source of EmissionsAlterations Replacement Parts Problems Affecting Emissions Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Precautions Maintenance Safety Periodic Maintenance Chart Periodic Maintenance Opening the Service Door Fuel System Initial MaintenanceHour Initial Break-In Fuel Line Inspection OFF Engine Oil Oil RecommendationOil Level Inspection Oil Change Procedure Maintenance Air Filter Inspection Air Filters Air Filter Replacement Air Filter Cleaning Spark Plug Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement Gap should be 0.6 0.7 mm Transportation and Storage TransportationTransporting the Generator Storage Preparation Storage Accessing the Fuel Tank Draining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Fogging the Engine Removing from Storage Storage Precautions General Specifications Specifications Modified coefficient table of ambient condition power Polaris Lubricants and Maintenance Products P1000i Wiring Diagram Wiring Diagrams Red Gray Brown White Black P2000i Wiring Diagram Troubleshooting Symptoms TroubleshootingEngine Will Not Turn Over Engine Turns Over, but Will Not Start Engine Backfires Engine Lacks Power Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires Engine Pings or Knocks Possible Lean Solution Fuel Cause No Power at DC Receptacle Engine Stops or Loses Power No Power at AC Receptacles About this Warranty Document Warranty Registration Form Warranty Warranty Period Warranty Exclusions Polaris Power Generator Owner Responsibility Important Notice DATE/HOURS Service Comments Supplier Permormed Technician Maintenance LOG Label Location Index Index PMS