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TROUBLESHOOTING
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STORAGE & TRANSPORT
CAUTION:
Never place any type of storage cover on the generator while it is still hot.
If the generator is being stored for short periods of time (30 to 60 days), add the proper amount of fuel stabailizer
to the fuel tank until full. NOTE: Filling the tank reduces the amount of air in the tank and helps fight deteriora-
tion of fuel. Run the engine for 2 – 3 minutes allowing stabilized fuel mixture to circulate through the carburetor.
When storing the generator for extended periods of time:
• Drain the fuel tank (see “Draining the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance” section).
• Change oil.
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
• Keep the generator in a cool dry area.
When transporting generator:
• Drain the fuel tank if possible (see “Draining the Fuel Tank” in the “Maintenance” section).
• Keep the generator upright. Never place the generator side down. Doing so will make it difficult to start.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Engine will not
start.
Engine switch is in the OFF position Set the engine switch to the CHOKE position
Engine is filled with contaminated
or old fuel
Change the fuel in the tank
Not enough oil in crankcase
Add or replace oil
Air cleaner is dirty
Clean the air filter
Spark plug is broken/dirty
Replace/clean the spark plug
Generator is not on a level surface
Move the generator to a level surface to prevent low oil shutdown from trig-
gering
Engine needs maintenance
Get a professional engine tune-up at an authorized small engine repair shop
Carburetor is air locked
Shut off the gas valve and remove the screw from the bottom of the carbure-
tor to allow it to reset
Generator was tilted when adding
oil, or shipped upside down
Remove spark plugs, turn off engine switch, then pull recoil starter four
times to remove the oil from the combustion chamber
Engine stops.
Pressure relief valve in OFF posi-
tion
Turn vacuum release valve to the ON position
Not enough oil in the crankcase
Add or change oil
Engine is out of fuel
Add fuel
Blue smoke in
exhaust
Generator inclined, oil enters com-
bustion chamber
Move generator to a level position
Too much oil was added to the
crankcase
Drain excessive oil
Generator runs
but does not
support all con-
nected electrical
devices.
Bad connecting wires/cables
If using an extension cord, try a different one.
Bad electrical device connected to
generator
Try connecting a different device
Generator is overloaded - overload
light is on
Perform these steps: 1) Turn off all electrical devices. 2) Unplug all devices.
3) Shut down the engine. 4) Wait several minutes and start the engine. 5)
Try connecting fewer electrical loads to the generator
Short in one of the connected
devices
Try disconnecting any faulty or short-circuited electrical loads
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