PETROL GENERATOR GT SERIES
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
TRADE SERIES
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
POTENTIAL CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine is running, but no
electrical output
1. Circuit breakers are tripped.
1. Reset the circuit breakers and check for overload condition.
2. The power cord’s plug connector is
not fully engaged in the generator’s
outlet.
2. Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the generator’s
outlet. If using the 240V outlet, make sure plug connector is
rotated 1/4 turn in the clockwise direction.
3. Faulty or defective power cord
3. Replace power cord.
4. Faulty or defective electrical
appliance
4. Try connecting a known good appliance to verify the
generator is producing electrical power.
5. GFCI outlet is tripped
5. Press the reset button on the GFCI outlet.
6. If trying 1-5 above does not solve
the problem, the cause might be the
generator has a fault.
6. Take the generator to your nearest authorised service dealer.
Engine will not start or remain
running while trying to start.
1. Fuel shutoff valve is in the OFF
position.
1. Move the fuel shut off valve to the ON position.
2. Generator is out of petrol.
2. Add petrol to the generator.
3. Fuel flow is obstructed.
3. Inspect and clean fuel delivery passages.
4. Starting battery may have
insufficient charge
4. On electric start models only. Check battery output and
charge battery as necessary.
5. Dirty air filter
5. Check and clean the air filter.
6. Low oil level shut down switch is
preventing the unit from starting.
6. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
7. Spark plug boot is not fully
engaged with the spark plug tip.
7. Firmly push down on the spark plug boot to ensure the boot
is fully engaged
8. Spark plug is faulty.
8. Remove and check the spark plug. Replace if faulty.
9. Dirty/plugged spark arrestor
9. Check and clean the spark arrestor.
10. Stale fuel
10. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
11. If trying 1-11 above does not
solve the problem, the cause might
be the generator has a fault.
11. Take the generator to your nearest authorised service
dealer.
Generator suddenly stops
running.
1. Generator is out of fuel.
1. Check fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
2. The low oil shut down switch has
stopped the engine.
2. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
3. Too much load
3. Restart the generator and reduce the load.
4. If trying 1-3 above does not solve
the problem,the cause might be a
fault in the generator.
4. Take the generator to your nearest authorised service dealer.
Engine runs erratic; does not
hold a steady RPM.
1. Dirty air filter
1. Clean the air filter.
2. Applied loads maybe cycling on
and off
2. As applied loads cycle, changes in engine speed may occur;
this is a normal condition.
3. If trying 1-3 above does not solve
the problem, the cause might be a
fault in the generator
3. Take the generator to your nearest authorised service dealer.
Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the generator, the owner or service technician must
first read the owner’s manual and understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions may result in conditions that can lead to voiding of the EPA certification or product
warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
WARNING
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