Generac Power Systems TXP - Manual (Page 28)

CAUTION
Before installing Low Oil Switch Cover, make sure the float arm is
riding on top of the switch actuating lever. If float arm has dropped
off of switch actuating lever, engine will not shut down when oil
level in tank is low.
RESULTS:.!.) Switch tests Bad............................................................ Replace Switch
2.) Switch tests.Good...............Continue tests in "Diag­
nostic Flow Charts", Sec­
tion 3
TEST
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-SPARK PLUG
A,) Remove one spark plug. Connect
spark plug wire to plug. Ground
spark plug against engine. Hold
Start/Stop Switch at START and ob­
serve spark plug. A sharp, snappy
spark should be seen. Repeat test
for second spark plug.
CAUTION
NEVER crank engine with a spark
plug or spark plug wire removed,
unless the spark plug or wire is
connected to a clean ground.
Failure to ground the plug or
lead can damage the Ignition coil,
RESULTS: 1.) Sharp, snappy spark is
NOT observed.............. ........................ ................ .Replace spark plug
2.) Sharp, snappy spark IS
observed,....... ................................................................ .. .Continue tests in
"Diagnostic* Flow
Charts", Section 3
Test
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IGNITION MODULE “
A.) Unplug the Ignition Module
from its receptacle. Inspect the
connector pins in the module and
module receptacle - make sure
the pins are not bent or pushed
in. Install a new (or "shop") ig­
nition module and check for norm­
al spark.
RESULTS: 1.) Normal "hot" sparking...................................................Install a new Ignition
Module, continue tests
2.) Normal sparking NOT observed.... Continue tests in"Diagnos-
tic Flow Charts", Section 3
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