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Polaris P3000iE Troubleshooting, No Power at DC Receptacle, Possible Lean, Solution, Fuel Cause

Models: P3000iE

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Symptoms

	POSSIBLE LEAN	SOLUTION
	FUEL CAUSE	SOLUTION
	FUEL CAUSE

	Low or contaminated fuel	Add fuel, or drain the fuel system and refuel

	Kinked or plugged fuel tank	Inspect and replace
	vent

	Low octane fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

	Carburetor jetting incorrect	Take the generator to an authorized POLARIS servicing
		supplier or refer to the service manual


	POSSIBLE RICH	SOLUTION
	FUEL CAUSE	SOLUTION
	FUEL CAUSE

	Incorrect fuel	Drain the fuel system and refuel

	Stopping / starting without	Allow the engine to warm up before operating and / or
	adequate warm-up	stopping

	Incorrect spark plug	Inspect and replace with correct plug

	Clogged air filter	Inspect and clean or replace

	No Power at DC Receptacle

	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

	Is the fuse blown	Replace the fuse.

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

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Polaris P3000iE manual Troubleshooting, No Power at DC Receptacle, Possible Lean, Solution, Fuel Cause, Possible Rich

Contents

DEATH POLARIS POWER P3000iEOperator’s Manual Australian model TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome INTRODUCTIONIntended Use Safety PrecautionsINTRODUCTION ALCOHOL OR DRUG USE Signal Words and Safety TermsINTRODUCTION Warnings, Cautions and NoticesSerial Number INTRODUCTIONIdentification Numbers and Locations General SAFETYSafety Warnings and Precautions Before and During Operation SAFETYDo not refuel while engine is running SAFETYBefore and During Operation Operator Safety SAFETYFuel Safety SAFETYCarbon Monoxide Safety SAFETYFire Safety SAFETYElectrical Safety Equipment Modifications SAFETYFire Safety Extension Cord InformationDANGER SAFETYCarbon Monoxide Warning Outdoor Use ONLY Danger LabelSAFETY DESCRIPTION CONTROLS AND FEATURESGenerator Components NOMENCLATUREGround Terminal CONTROLS AND FEATURESNOMENCLATURE DESCRIPTIONOverload Indicator CONTROLS AND FEATURESIndicator Panel Low Oil IndicatorFuel Valve Lever CONTROLS AND FEATURESSMART Throttle Switch Ignition SwitchAC Receptacles CONTROLS AND FEATURESDC Receptacle and Fuse Starter Recoil Grip CONTROLS AND FEATURESFuel Volume Indicator Ground TerminalAdding Engine Oil FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSFuel Recommendation FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSAdding Fuel FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSLocking swivel wheel Wheel Kit InstallationWheel assembly FIRST USE INSTRUCTIONSFuel Level PRE-OPERATIONINSPECTIONEngine Oil Fuel LineRefueling OPERATIONSafe Operating Precautions Fuel Recommendations1.Remove the fuel tank cap A OPERATIONRefueling Starting the Engine OPERATIONBefore Starting the Engine DANGERStarting the Engine 6. To start the generator using the ignitionOPERATION Stopping the Engine OPERATIONStarting the Engine AC Operation OPERATIONAC Capacity OPERATIONAC Operation RUNNING OPERATIONAC Capacity Wattage Reference TableDC Operation Power ManagementConnecting the Battery Charging Cable included OPERATIONDC Operation Connecting the Battery Charging CableOPERATION DC Operation Connecting the Battery Charging CableDisconnecting the Battery Charging Cable OPERATIONSMART Throttle System OPERATIONAir Conditioning Operation System Ground Standby PowerOPERATION Connections to a Building Electrical SystemCarburetor Modification OPERATIONHigh Altitude Use Alterations OPERATIONEmission Control System Information Source of EmissionsOPERATION Problems Affecting EmissionsReplacement Parts Importance of Maintenance MAINTENANCESafety Precautions MAINTENANCEMaintenance Safety Periodic Maintenance Chart MAINTENANCEPeriodic Maintenance Opening the Service Door MAINTENANCEFuel Line Inspection MAINTENANCEOpening the Service Door Fuel SystemFuel Tank Strainer MAINTENANCEOil Level Inspection MAINTENANCEEngine Oil Oil RecommendationOil Change MAINTENANCEOil Change MAINTENANCE7.Re-installthe oil drain bolt B Air Filter Inspection MAINTENANCEAir Filters Spark Plug MAINTENANCESpark Plug Inspection and Replacement 8.Using a wire-typefeeler gauge MAINTENANCESpark Plug Inspection and Replacement Accessing the Battery MAINTENANCEBattery Battery SafetySTATE OF MAINTENANCEBattery Charging Sealed Only CHARGE TIMESpark Arrestor MAINTENANCESpark Arrestor Maintenance Transporting the Generator TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGETransportation Storage Preparation TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEStorage TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Accessing the Fuel TankDraining Fuel from the Fuel Tank and Carburetor TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEFogging the Engine TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEGenerator Exercise Battery StorageStorage Precautions TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGEALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONSPOLARIS Power Generator P3000iEENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONSP3000iE POLARIS Power Generator GENERATORInverter Module DIAGRAMWIRINGEngine Will Not Turn Over TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine Lacks Power SOLUTIONEngine Pings or Knocks TROUBLESHOOTINGSOLUTION SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at DC Receptacle SOLUTIONSOLUTION TROUBLESHOOTINGNo Power at AC Receptacles Engine Stops or Loses PowerPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTYABOUT THIS WARRANTY DOCUMENT WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORMWARRANTY PERIOD WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTY POLICYWARRANTY EXCLUSIONS WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS WARRANTYPOLARIS POWER GENERATOR WARRANTY POLARIS POWER GENERATOR OWNER RESPONSIBILITYIMPORTANT NOTICE WARRANTYCOMMENTS MAINTENANCE LOGSERVICE DATE/HOURSINDEX INDEX

POSSIBLE LEAN

FUEL CAUSE

POSSIBLE RICH

No Power at DC Receptacle