Troubleshooting - Generac Power Systems XD5000E Owner's Manual

Recoil Start
1. Push and hold decompression down and
slowly pull recoil starter 2 to 3 times. Do
not start engine.
2. Pull decompression lever up. Pull recoil
slowly until resistance is felt. This will
close valves so moisture cannot enter
engine cylinder. Gently release recoil.
Electric Start
1. Push and hold decompression lever down.
2. Push Start/Run/Stop switch to turn the
engine for 2 to 3 seconds. Do not start
engine.
3. Pull decompression lever up. Pull recoil
slowly until resistance is felt. This will
close valves so moisture cannot enter
engine cylinder. Gently release recoil.
4. Completely drain fuel tank or completely
fill fuel tank to proper level.
NOTE: Always treat diesel fuel for long term
storage. Use the approved fuel additive and
water abatement material. Test stored fuel
every 90 days and provide additional treat-
ment if required. Periodically check and dry
abatement material as necessary.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Engine is running, but
AC output is not
available.
Engine runs well at
no-load, but bogs when
load is applied.
Owner's Manual for Portable Generator
CAUSE
1. Circuit breaker OPEN.
2. Poor connection or defective
cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.
5. Main breaker switch is OFF.
6. Voltage selector switch is OFF.
7. Generator is overloaded.
8. GFCI outlet has tripped.
1. Short circuit in a connected
load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Engine speed is too slow.
4. Shorted generator circuit.
Change Oil
Change engine oil before storage. See
Change Engine Oil
Return Engine to Service
1. Refer to the Before Starting Engine
tion.
2. Start engine and run at no load for 5 to 10
minutes while checking:
– oil pressure
– fuel, engine oil or coolant leaks
– proper operation of indicators/gauges
NOTE: Avoid prolonged operation at minimum
or maximum engine speeds and loads for the
first hour of operation.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is
in good condition.
4. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
5. Switch main breaker ON.
6. Switch voltage selector switch
to desired voltage output.
7. See
8. Correct ground fault in circuit
and reset GFCI.
1. Disconnect shorted electrical
load.
2. See
3. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
4. Contact Authorized Service
Dealer.
CORRECTION
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