Champion Power Equipment 41537 - Manual (Page 26)

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ENGLISH 41537
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Problem Cause Solution
Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel
Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug
Unit loaded during start up Remove load from unit
Generator will not start;
Generator starts but runs roughly Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level
Place generator on a flat, level surface
Choke in the wrong position. Adjust choke.
Spark plug wire loose Attach wire to spark plug
Generator will not start electrically Generator battery is dead Recharge generator battery
Battery switch is in the “OFF” position Turn battery switch to “ON” position
Generator shuts down during operation Out of fuel Fill fuel tank
Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place
generator on a flat, level surface
Generator cannot supply enough power or
overheating Generator is overloaded Review load and adjust. See “Power
Management”
Insufficient ventilation Check for air restriction. Move to a well
ventilated area
No AC output Cable not properly connected Check all connections
Connected device is defective Replace defective device
Circuit breaker is open Reset circuit breaker
Faulty brush assembly Replace brush assembly (Service Center)
Faulty AVR (auto voltage regulator) Replace AVR (Service Center)
Loose wiring Inspect and tighten wiring connections
Other Contact the help line.
Generator gallops Engine governor defective Contact the help line
Repeated circuit breaker tripping Overload Review load and adjust. See “Power
Management”
Faulty cords or device Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires.
Replace defective device