Section 5
Problem
Engine will not crank.
Engine cranks but will not start.
Engine starts hard and runs rough.
Generator is set to OFF, but the
engine continues to run.
There is no AC output from
generator.
There is no transfer to standby
after utility source failure.
Unit consumes large amounts of
oil.
* Contact an independent Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
Automatic Standby Generator Owner's Manual
Troubleshooting
Cause
1. Fuse blown.
2. Loose, corroded or defective battery
cables.
3. Defective starter contact.
4. Defective starter motor.
5. Dead Battery.
1. Out of fuel.
2. Defective fuel solenoid (FS).
3. Defective spark plug(s).
4. Valve lash out of adjustment.
5. In cold weather condition.
1. Air cleaner plugged or damaged.
2. Defective spark plug(s).
3. Fuel pressure incorrect.
4. Fuel selector in wrong position.
1. Control panel wired incorrectly.
2. Defective control board.
1. Main line circuit breaker is in the OFF
(or OPEN) position.
2. Generator internal failure.
1. Main line circuit breaker is in the OFF
(or OPEN) position.
2. Defective transfer switch coil.
3. Defective transfer relay.
4. Transfer relay circuit open.
5. Defective control logic board.
1. Engine over filled with oil.
2. Engine breather defective.
3. Improper type or viscosity of oil.
4. Damaged gasket, seal or hose.
Correction
1. Correct short circuit condition by
replacing 7.5 Amp fuse in generator control
panel.
2. Tighten, clean or replace as necessary.*
3. *See #2.
4. *See #2.
5. Charge or replace battery.
1. Replenish fuel / turn on fuel valve.
2. *
3. Clean, re-gap or replace plug(s).
4. Adjust valve lash.
5. Install recommended cold weather kit.
1. Check / replace air cleaner.
2. Clean, re-gap or replace plug(s).
3. Confirm fuel pressure to regulator is 10-12"
water column (19-22mm mercury) for LP,
and 3.5 - 7" water column (9-13mm mercury)
for natural gas.
4. Move selector to correct position.
1. Repair wiring.*
2. Replace control panel.*
1. Reset circuit breaker to ON (or CLOSED).
2. *
1. Reset circuit breaker to ON (or CLOSED)
position.
2. *
3. *
4. *
5. *
1. Adjust oil to proper level.
2. *
3. See "Engine Oil Recommendations".
4. Check for oil leaks.
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