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ITEM 59134
SAFETY
SETU
p
Op
ERA
TION
M
AINTENANCE
problem
possible Causes
probable Solutions
Engine stops when
under heavy load
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Engine running cold.
1. Clean or replace element.
2. Allow engine to warm up prior
to operating equipment.
Engine misfires
1. Spark plug cap loose.
2. Incorrect spark plug gap or
damaged spark plug.
3. Defective spark plug cap.
4. Old or low quality gasoline.
5. Incorrect compression.
1. Check wire connections.
2. Re-gap or replace spark plug.
3. Replace spark plug cap.
4. Use only fresh 87+ octane stabilizer treated
unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
5. Diagnose and repair compression.
(Use
Engine will not start:
COMpRESSION RELATED
section.)
Engine stops
suddenly
1. Carbon Monoxide level high. Red light on
Carbon Monoxide Sensor illuminates.
2. CO Sensor Alarm flashes yellow continually
shortly after starting.
3. CO Sensor Alarm flashes yellow continually
after longer period of operation.
4. Low oil shutdown.
5. Fuel tank empty or full of impure or low quality
gasoline.
6. Defective fuel tank cap creating
vacuum, preventing proper fuel flow.
7. Faulty magneto.
8. Disconnected or improperly
connected spark plug cap.
1. Leave area immediately and
allow area to ventilate thoroughly.
Only operate generator outside.
2. Carbon monoxide sensor malfunction.
Sensor needs service. Call 1-888-866-5797 as
soon as possible. Do not use the Generator
until the sensor is working properly.
3. Make sure to operate generator within
rated ambient temperature; maintain
minimum 5 ft. clearance from all sides.
4. Fill engine oil to proper level. Check
engine oil before EVERY use.
5. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane stabilizer
treated unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
6. Test/replace fuel tank cap.
7. Have qualified technician service magneto.
8. Secure spark plug cap.
Engine knocks
1. Old or low quality gasoline.
2. Engine overloaded.
3. Incorrect spark timing, deposit buildup, worn
engine, or other mechanical problems.
1. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane stabilizer
treated unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
2. Do not exceed equipment’s load rating.
3. Have qualified technician diagnose
and service engine.
Engine backfires
1. Impure or low quality gasoline.
2. Engine too cold.
3. Intake valve stuck or overheated engine.
4. Incorrect timing.
1. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane stabilizer
treated unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
2. Use cold weather fuel and oil
additives to prevent backfiring.
3. Have qualified technician diagnose
and service engine.
4. Check engine timing.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine.
Troubleshooting (continued)
