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CROMMELINS
™GENERATOR
Operation & Instruction Manual
12.
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for periods of 6
months or longer.
Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by disconnecting the fuel line. Gasoline/diesel left in the
fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine starting difficult.
Remove the carburettor float chamber and also drain the carburettor.
Change engine oil.
Check for loose bolts and screws, tighten them if necessary.
Clean generator thoroughly with oiled cloth. Spray with preservative if available. (NEVER USE
WATER TO CLEAN GENERATOR)
Pull starter handle until resistance is felt, leaving handle in that position.
Store generator in a well ventilated, low humidity area.
13.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is available at the
output socket, check the following chart. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity,
contact your nearest SUBARU engine dealer or service agent for further information or corrective
procedures. To locate your nearest service agent go to www.crommelins.com.au.
When Engine Fails to Start:
Check if choke lever is in its proper position.
Set the choke lever to “CLOSE” position.
Check if fuel valve is open.
If closed, open fuel valve.
Check fuel level.
If empty, refill fuel tank making sure not to overfill.
Check if engine switch if in OFF position.
Turn engine switch to “ON”.
Check to make sure generator is not connected to an
appliance.
If connected, turn off the power switch on the
connected appliance and unplug.
Check spark plug for loose spark plug cap.
If loose, push spark plug cap back into place.
Check spark plug for contamination.
Remove spark plug and clean electrode.
NO Electricity Is Generated at Receptacle:
Check to make sure AC circuit breaker is in the “ON”
position.
After making sure that the total wattage of the
electrical appliance is within permissible limits and
there are no defects in the appliance, turn the AC
circuit breaker to the “ON” position. If breakers
continue to actuate, consult your nearest service
agent.
Check AC receptacle and DC terminals for loose
connection.
Carbon brushes are excessively worn.
Check to see if engine starting was attempted with
appliances already connected to generator.
Turn off switch on the appliance, and disconnect
cable from receptacle. Reconnect after generator
has been started properly.
Low power.
Carbon brushes are excessively worn.
