Limited Warranty; Idle Control Operation; Idle Control Trouble Shooting - Powermate PM0495502 Owner's Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY

(NOT VALID IN MEXICO)
This product is warranted by Coleman Powermate, Inc. to
the original retail consumer against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of retail
purchase and is not transferable. This two year warranty
applies only to products used in consumer applications. If this
generator is used in a commercial application, then the period
of warranty coverage is limited to one (1) year from the date of
purchase.
Please complete and return the enclosed Customer
Information Card so that we can reach you in the unlikely event
a safety recall is needed. Return of this card is not required to
validate this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED: Replacement parts and labor.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: Transportation charges to
Coleman Powermate, Inc. for defective products.
Transportation charges to consumer for repaired products.
Brushes, fuses, rubber feet, and receptacles. Damages
caused by abuse, accident, improper repair, or failure to
perform normal maintenance. Power units or engines which
are covered exclusively by the warranties of their manufacturer.
Sales outside of the United States or Canada. Any other
expense including consequential damages, incidental
damages, or incidental expenses, including damage to
property. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES: Any implied warranties, including
the Implied Warranties of Merchantability and Fitness For A
Particular Purpose, are limited in duration to one (1) year from
the date of retail purchase. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.
PROBLEM
Unit will not idle
Unit idles even with load plugged in
Unit tries to idle but won't stay latched Electro-magnet or solenoid position
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IDLE CONTROL TROUBLE SHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
Control panel switch not on
Load plugged into receptacle
Poor connection or faulty cord
Bad I.C. module; Bad electro-magnet
or solenoids; Bad stator
Load not heavy enough
Bad I.C. module
incorrect
Flapper bracket loose or bent
Engine not running smoothly
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY PERFORMANCE:
Replacement parts and service are available from Coleman
Powermate, Inc. Service Centers. Locate your nearest Service
Center by calling TOLL FREE 1-800-445-1805. In the unlikely
event a Service Center can not be located you may call
Coleman Powermate, Inc. for a return authorization number.
Any unit returned WITHOUT an authorization number will
be refused.
To the extent any provision of this warranty is prohibited by
federal, state, or municipal law, and cannot be preempted, it
shall not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.

IDLE CONTROL OPERATION

The Idle Control circuit is designed to extend engine life and
improve fuel usage by slowing the engine down to
approximately 2000 RPM in a "No Load" condition. The noise is
also greatly reduced during this condition.
When power is required from the generator an electronic
control module automatically senses current flow in the
electrical outlet and allows the engine to return to full speed or
standard operating condition. Likewise, when the load is
removed, the generator will automatically return to the idle
condition after a 4-5 second delay.
A convenient switch is mounted in the control panel for
easy access and will disable the Idle Control circuitry when in
the off position.
SOLUTION
Turn to idle on position
Unplug load
Check & repair
Replace
Consult dealer
Turn idle switch to off position
Increase load
Replace
Consult dealer
Reset magnet or solenoid position for
2000 RPM idle speed
Consult dealer
Tighten or straighten
Replace flapper. Readjust to 2000 RPM
Adjust carburetor
Consult dealer
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