Manual

7
Troubleshooting
TROU BLESHOOT| NG
Problem
No AC output is available, but
generator is running.
Cause
I. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Fault in generator.
3. Poor connection or defective cord
set.
Connected device is bad.
Correction
I. Reset circuit breaker.
2. ContactAuthorized service facility.
3. Check and repair.
4. 4. Connect another device that is in
good condition.
Generator runs good at no-load I. Short circuit in a connected load. I. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
but "bogs" down" when loads are 2. Generator is overloaded. 2. See "Don't Overload Generator".
connected. 3. Shorted generator circuit. 3. ContactAuthorized service facility.
Generator will not start; or starts Low oil level. Fill crankcase to proper level or place
and runs rough, generator on level surface.
I. Out of gasoline. I. Fill fuel tank.
Generator shuts down during
operation. 2. Low oil level. 2. Fill crankcase to proper level or
place generator on level surface.
Generator lacks power. Load is too high. See "Don't Overload Generator".
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