TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Engine is running, but no
AC output is available.
Engine runs good at
no-load but "bogs down"
when loads are connected.
Engine will not start; starts
and runs rough or shuts
down when running.
Engine lacks power.
Engine shuts down when
running.
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Cause
1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Fault in generator.
3. Poor connection or defective cord
set.
4. Connected device is bad.
1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Engine speed is too slow.
3. Generator is overloaded.
4. Shorted generator circuit.
1. The indicator light is OFF or
flashing red.
2. Low oil level.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
4. Spark plug wire not connected to
spark plug.
5. Bad spark plug.
6. Intake valve stuck open or closed.
7. Engine has lost compression.
8. Starting battery may have in sufficient
charge.
9. Out of LPG.
10. LPG cylinder knob is not open.
11. Out of battery Power.
1. Load is too high.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Clogged spark arrester.
1. Out of LPG.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Low oil level.
Correction
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Contact authorized service facility.
3. Check and repair.
4. Connect another device that is in
1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. Contact authorized service facility.
3. See Don't Overload Generator
4. Contact authorized service facility.
1. Must have solid red indicator light
2. Fill crankcase to proper level or
3. Clean or replace air cleaner.
4. Connect wire to spark plug.
5. Replace spark plug.
6. Contact authorized service facility.
7. Contact authorized service facility.
8. Check battery output and charge
9. Replace LPG tank.
10. Fully open LPG cylinder knob.
11. Charge or replace battery.
1. Don't Overload Generator
2. Replace air filter.
3. Clean or replace spark arrester.
1. Replace LPG tank.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner.
3. Fill crankcase to proper level or place.
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good condition.
to be able to start the engine.
place generator on level surface.
battery as necessary.
generator on level surface.
Customer Service: 1-844-FIRMAN1