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Problem
Cause
Solution
Generator is running
but no AC output is
available.
1. Generator circuit breaker
has tripped.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Poor connection or
defective cord set.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connected device is bad.
3. Select a different load or
appliance that is in good
condition.
4. Fault in generator.
4. Contact a qualified
professional.
Generator runs good
but bogs down when
loads are connected.
1. Short circuit in a
connected load.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical
load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
2. Review load power
requirements and rearrange.
Switches are not
working with
generator power.
1. Switches are in OFF or LINE
position.
1. Move switches to GEN
position.
2. Generator circuit breaker
has tripped.
2. Reset circuit breaker.
3. Poor connection or
defective cord set.
3. Check and repair.
4. Connected device is bad.
4. Select a different load or
appliance that is in good
condition.
5. Fault in generator.
5. Contact a qualified
professional.
Appliances do not
operate after utility
power is restored.
1. Switches are in GEN or OFF
position.
1. Move switches to LINE
position.
2. Circuit breaker tripped.
2. Reset circuit breaker.
Only some loads
work on generator
power.
1. Circuit breaker tripped.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Poor connection or
defective cord set.
2. Check and repair.
GFCI breaker on
Honda generator
trips when
connected to switch
1. Neutral / Ground bond in
generator
1. Contact Honda dealer for
alteration.
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