Powermate P2201 User Manual
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SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine does not crank
Loose battery cables
• Check all battery cable connections.
Defective battery
• Test battery. Replace as necessary.
Improper battery charger
function
• Ensure charger is plugged into receptacle.
• Check for tripped main circuit. Reset if required.
• Check all charger cable connections for cleanness and
tightness.
• Check charger lights to verify correct operation. See Table
A, Page 25.
Fault in starter signal circuit
• Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance.
Blown control circuit fuse
• Check control circuit fuse.
Engine cranks without
starting
Low battery
• Test battery. Replace as necessary.
• Ensure charger is plugged into receptacle.
• Check for tripped main circuit breaker. Reset if required.
• Check all charger cable connections for cleanness and
tightness.
• Check charger lights to verify correct operation. See Table
A, Page 25.
Poor fuel supply
• Ensure all manual shutoff valves are open.
• Check for proper fuel supply pressure.
• Verify size and fill level of propane tank (LPG only).
• Check fuel solenoid voltage during cranking.
Engine starts then
immediately shuts down
Low oil pressure
• Check engine oil level.
• Check switch for proper function.
High engine temperature
• Allow engine to cool, then restart.
• Decrease loads on generator.
• Check enclosure openings for blockage.
No generator output
Main line circuit breaker
tripped
• Check breaker. Clear faults, then reclose breaker.
Disconnect breaker tripped
• Check for tripped breaker in circuit between generator
output and transfer switch. Clear fault, then reclose breaker.
Generator loss of excitation
• Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance.
Excitation capacitor failure
• Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance.
Generator diode or varistor
failure
• Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance.
Generator head fault
• Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance.