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Frost on the propane tank or
regulator
1. This can be a normal occurrence caused when
liquid propane changes phase to a gas. As this
process occurs the fuel tank or regulator will cool
and allow humid air surrounding the propane tank
or regulator to condense into frost.
1. As this can be normal, providing all the propane
fuel handling equipment is functioning normally, no
remedy is needed.
2. The propane tank is not equipped with a OPD
(rollover protection device) and has been stored
in a horizontal position allowing liquid propane to
enter the downstream fuel handling equipment.
2. If you suspect your propane fuel tank is not
equipped with a OPD device, discontinue operation
immediately and replace the propane fuel tank with
a propane tank equipped with a roll over protection
device.
3. Propane fuel tank over filled.
3. If you suspect your propane fuel tank has been
overfilled, discontinue operation immediately and
return the propane fuel tank to the place of purchase
or refilling.
Propane fuel smell
1. Fuel regulator or fuel hose and fittings not
securely sealed.
1. Using a soap solution check each connection and
tighten as needed.
2. Propane fuel regulator vent active.
2. The propane fuel regulator is equipped with a small
vent that will allow a small amount of propane fuel
vapor to escape from the regulator when the propane
tank valve is opened. This can be normal providing
the venting of the propane is brief. If you suspect that
this is abnormal, immediately discontinue use and
have the propane regulator inspected by a qualified
technician.
3. Residual fuel from the carburetor dispersing
after operation.
3. Normal, no remedy is needed.
Poor performance or engine
stalling on propane
1. Propane fuel line kinked or crushed.
1. Inspect propane fuel line and remove kinks or
other obstructions.
2. Fuel selector valve not properly positioned.
2. Rotate the fuel valve fully until the pointer is
directly in line with the desired fuel.
3. Gasoline not purged from the carburetor before
switching to propane.
3. Turn the propane fuel tank valve to closed. Move
the fuel selector valve to propane. Turn the gasoline
fuel valve to off. Start the engine and allow the
engine to run until the fuel has been consumed in the
carburetor. Begin propane start up procedure.
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 gasoline.
2. Add gasoline 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 1-10 above does not solve the
problem, the cause might be the generator has
a fault.
11. Take the generator to your nearest authorized
service dealer.
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