Kipor IG6000, Service Manual

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2.8 Troubleshooting
This section gives very general information regarding symptoms and possible causes. Refer to
subsequent sections regarding testing and removal and replacement of specific components and
systems. Engine overhaul is addressed in the IG6000 Engine shop manual.
2.8.1 General symptoms and possible causes
Engine does not
start or hard
starting
Fuel filter clogged Clean
Fuel hose clogged Clean
Fuel switch
won’t operate
Replace
Carburetor defective Clean and/or replace
Ignition coil defective Inspect and replace
Spark plug defective
Inspect and replace
Defective timing relay Inspect and replace
Trigger defective or improper air gap Inspect and replace
Spark plug cap disconnected Install securely
Oil level alarm defective Inspect and replace
Ignition coil defective Inspect and replace
Valve clearance misadjusted Adjust valves
Engine speed
does not stabilize
Carburetor faulty Clean and/or replace
Throttle control motor (stepping motor)
defective
Inspect and replace
Inverter unit defective Inspect and replace
Valve clearance misadjusted Adjust valves
2.8.2 Hard starting or no start
Check the fuel level in the tank
→no fuel Add fuel and restart the engine
↓Sufficient fuel
Check fuel switch is in ON position
→off
Turn on it and restart the engine
↓on
Loosen the drain screw and check
whether fuel reaches bowl and whether
the fuel level is normal
→
abnorma
l
Check fuel system for blockage
↓normal
Remove and check spark plug and check
if electrode is wet or dry
→dry
Check carburetor for fuel delivery
↓wet →
Clean and dry the carburetor and observe
choke action. is severe, check if any fuel
leakage and if the floating valve is normal