PROBLEM
Engine shuts down
during operation.
Engine lacks power.
Engine surges or
stumbles.
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CAUSE
1. Out of fuel.
2. Low oil level.
3. Fault in engine.
4. Ambient temp too high.
1. Load is too high.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Engine needs to be serviced.
4. Excessive valve lash.
5. Dirty fuel filter.
6. Fuel injector clogged.
1. Governor/throttle assembly is
not adjusted properly.
2. Air in fuel system.
CORRECTION
1. Fill fuel tank. Prime fuel sys-
"Starting Pull Start
tem. See
Engines."
tric Start Engines."
2. Fill crankcase to correct level.
3. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
4. Move unit to cooler location
and allow engine to cool
before running again.
1. Reduce load. See
Generator Limits."
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
4. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
5. Replace fuel filter.
6. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
1. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
2. Contact Authorized Service
Facility.
Operator's Manual for Portable Generator
"Starting Elec-
or
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