Westinghouse WGen12000DFc, User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Frost on the propane
tank or regulator If the temperature of the propane tank drops
below the dew point, condensation on the tank
may turn to frost or ice. This typically occurs in
humid conditions. Providing all the propane fuel handling equipment is functioning
normally, no correction is needed.
The Propane tank is not equipped with an
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If you suspect your propane fuel tank is not equipped with an OPD
device, discontinue operation immediately and replace the propane
fuel tank with a propane tank equipped with a an OPD.
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discontinue operation immediately and return the propane fuel tank
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securely sealed.
Using a soap solution check each connection and tighten as
needed.
Propane fuel regulator vent active. The propane fuel regulator is equipped with a 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
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Residual fuel from the carburetor dispersing after
operation. Normal, no correction is needed.
Poor performance
or engine stalling on
Propane Propane fuel line kinked or crushed. Inspect propane fuel line and remove kinks or other obstructions.
Fuel selector valve not properly positioned. Rotate the fuel valve fully until the pointer is directly in line with the
desired fuel.
Gasoline not purged from the carburetor before
switching to propane. Close the propane fuel tank valve. Move the fuel selector switch to
gas. Start the engine and allow the engine to run until the gasoline
has been consumed in the carburetor. Begin propane start up
procedure.