Miller Electric Big 40 WG Owner's Manual page 50

Engine driven welding generator
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Trouble
Engine cranks but does not start.
Engine starts, but stops when Magnetic
Shutdown switch is released.
Engine hard to start in cold weather.
Engine suddenly stops.
Engine slowly stopped and cannot be
restarted.
Battery discharges between uses.
Engine idles, but does not come up to
weld speed.
Engine does not run at idle speed.
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Press Magnetic Shutdown switch MS1 when starting engine.
Check fuel level.
Reset circuit breaker CB13 (see Section 8-9). Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check engine-
wiring harness and components.
Check battery and replace if necessary. Check engine charging system according to engine manual.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check control relay CR2, and fuel solenoid FS1.
When starting engine, continue holding Magnetic Shutdown switch until after engine indicator lights go
out.
Check oil, and coolant levels. Automatic shutdown system stops engine if oil pressure is too low or cool-
ant temperature is too high (see Sections 4-7 and 8-10).
Use starting Aid (Engine Choke control, see Section 5-1 ).
Keep battery in good condition. Store battery in warm area off cold surface.
Use correct grade oil for cold weather (see Section 8-1).
Check fuel, oil, and coolant levels. Automatic shutdown system stops engine if oil pressure is too low,
or coolant temperature is too high (see Sections 4-7 and 8-10).
See engine manual.
Check fuel level.
Check engine air and fuel filters (see Section 8-8).
Check engine wiring harness connections.
See engine manual.
Turn Engine Control switch off when unit is not running.
Clean top of battery with baking soda and water solution; rinse with clear water.
Recharge or replace battery if necessary.
Periodically recharge battery (approximately every 3 months).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check idle module PC7, current transformer CT1, and throttle
solenoid TS1.
Check for obstructed throttle solenoid and linkage.
CC models: place Stick/TIG Selection switch in Stick position.
CC/CV models: place Process/Contactor switch in any position but Remote-TIG.
Check for obstructed throttle solenoid and linkage.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check idle module PC7, and control relays CR3 and CR6.
Remedy

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