Owners Manual

200989 - 4500W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR
TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Engine will not start.
No fuel. Add fuel.
Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust spark plug or replace.
Low oil level.
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place generator on a flat, level surface.
Spark plug wire loose. Attach wire to spark plug.
EZ Start dial is in “STOP” position. See “Starting the Engine” section.
Old fuel or water in fuel. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Flooded with fuel. Let unit stand for 10 mins.
Engine starts but runs roughly.
Choke in the wrong position. Turn EZ Start dial to “RUN” position.
Dirty air filter. Clean or replace air filter.
Dirty fuel valve. Clean the fuel valve.
Clogged spark arrestor. Clean spark arrestor.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Low oil level.
Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place generator
on a flat, level surface.
Clogged spark arrestor. Clean spark arrestor.
Generator cannot supply enough power
or overheating.
Generator is overloaded.
Review load and adjust. See “Connecting
Electrical Loads.”
Dirty air filter. Clean or replace air filter.
Choke in wrong position. Turn EZ Start dial to “RUN” position.
Engine is running but no AC output.
Poor cord connection. Check all connections.
Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker.
AC Overload: Button illuminated red.
Reduce AC load and press Overload Reset Button
until illuminated green.
Loose wiring. Inspect and tighten wiring connections.
Other. Contact the help line.
Engine hunts or falters.
Engine governor defective. Contact the help line.
Dirty fuel valve. Clean the fuel valve.
Carburetor is dirty and running lean. Contact the help line.
EZ Start dial in wrong position. Turn EZ Start dial to “RUN” position.
Repeated circuit breaker tripping.
Overload.
Review load and adjust. See “Connecting
Electrical Loads.”
Faulty power cords or device.
Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace
defective device.
Circuit breaker still too hot. Let unit sit for 5 mins.
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