Global Power Technologies
TROUBLESHOOTING
05585 rev11 | Model 8550-SD
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TROUBLESHOOTING
When the TEG is not operating correctly it is necessary to determine which part is faulty. First ensure
that all wires are making good contact and are connected correctly. Then isolate the customer load
from the Power Conditioner. Refer to Table 6 as a guide to troubleshooting the TEG and consult the
indicated sections of this manual for further information.
Table 3 – Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Potential Cause
Possible Solution
Lookup
Section
Burner does
not ignite.
Air in fuel line
Purge fuel lines of air
Supply gas pressure too low Increase the gas supply pressure to
the TEG.
Burner Run Valve left open
before starting
Close the Burner Run Valve
Fuel filter dirty
Drain the regulator sediment
Replace the fuel filter
Fuel pressure adjustment
incorrect
Adjust the burner fuel pressure
Fuel Orifice plugged
Replace the fuel Orifice
Fuel Orifice size incorrect
Air Shutter adjustment
incorrect
Tune the Air Shutter
Incorrect Spark Electrode
depth
Adjust the Spark Electrode depth
Spark Igniter battery depleted Replace the Spark Ignition battery
Spark Igniter faulty
Replace the Spark Igniter
Burner
ignites but
does not
continue to
burn.
Supply gas pressure too low Increase the gas supply pressure to
the TEG
Burner Run valve left closed
after starting
Open the Burner Run Valve
Fuel filter dirty
Drain the Regulator sediment
Replace the fuel filter