Ex-Power DEFENDER – Operation and Maintenance Manual
Novatio Engineering Confidential Document
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6.2
Troubleshooting - Engine Lacks Power or Shuts Down
Table 6-2: Troubleshooting - Engine Lacks Power or Shuts Down
Possible Cause
Correction
Air Filter restricted
Clean or replace Air Filter.
Stop and restart the generator engine.
Bad fuel; generator stored without treating or draining fuel,
or refueled with bad fuel.
Drain fuel tank and refuel with fresh fuel per the
Fuel Selector Switch setting.
Stop and restart the generator engine.
Low oil level caused Oil Level Alert Indicator system to
stop engine
Add oil. Turn engine switch to OFF and then
restart the engine.
Fuel filter restricted, ignition malfunction, valves stuck, etc. Notify Novatio.
Engine temperature vent control not working properly
Notify Novatio.
Generator is equipped with Eco-Throttle switch and it is
ON
Ensure Eco-Throttle switch is turned OFF.
6.3
Troubleshooting - AC Appliance not Working
Table 6-3: Troubleshooting - AC Appliance not Working
Possible Cause
Correction
GFCI outlet tripped (green LED is not lit while
running engine)
Reset GFCI outlet and watch for green LED to come on
while engine is running.
Output indicator light is OFF, and Overload
Indicator is ON (Main Generator Control Panel).
Check AC load (appliance) for malfunctions. Stop and
restart the engine. Check the cooling air inlet for blockage.
Stop and restart the engine.
If running in parallel operation
Check condition of optional parallel cables and ensure they
are properly and securely connected to each generator.
Notify Novatio for new parallel cables if faulty.
Faulty power cord, power tool, or appliance.
Replace extension cord, power tool, or repair power tool or
appliance.
Stop and restart the generator engine.
Faulty generator
Notify Novatio.
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