Troubleshooting - Westinghouse WGen10500TFc User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Engine starts, then
shuts down
Engine lacks power
Engine will not start
Engine runs rough
or bogs when load
applied
No power at AC
receptacles
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
Fuel level is low or depleted.
Low engine oil level stopped generator.
Dirty air filter.
Contaminated fuel source.
Defective low oil level switch.
Air filter restricted.
The choke lever is in the wrong position.
Fuel system malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
Fuel level is low or depleted.
Stale gasoline, generator stored without
treating or draining gasoline, or refueled with
bad gasoline.
Dirty air filter.
Low engine oil level stopped generator.
Spark plug wet with fuel (flooded engine).
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
The fuel selector switch is in the FUEL OFF
position.
CO sensor removed or modified.
CO sensor activated or system fault
occurred.
Dirty air filter.
Generator overloaded.
Faulty power tool or appliance.
Fuel system malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
AC circuit breaker/s tripped.
Faulty power tool or appliance.
Faulty generator.
CORRECTION
Add gasoline, connect natural gas hose, or
connect propane cylinder.
Fill oil to proper level and ensure the
generator is on a flat, level surface.
Clean the air filter.
Drain gasoline and refill the fuel tank,
replace the propane cylinder, or have a
professional clean the natural gas line.
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toll-free at 1 (855) 944-3571.
Clean or replace air filter.
Move the choke lever to the correct position.
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Add gasoline, connect natural gas hose, or
connect propane cylinder.
Drain the gasoline tank. Refuel with fresh
gasoline.
Clean the air filter.
Fill oil to proper level and ensure the
generator is on a flat, level surface.
Wait five minutes. Turn the fuel selector
switch to the FUEL OFF position. Pull
recoil handle rapidly several times. If the
generator does not start, remove spark plug
and dry.
Gap or replace the spark plug. Reinstall.
Turn the fuel selector switch to the
appropriate position.
Return to original configuration.
Relocate generator /
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Clean the air filter.
Unplug some devices.
Replace or repair tool or appliance. Stop and
restart the engine.
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Check AC loads and reset circuit breaker/s.
Replace or repair tool or appliance. Stop
and restart the engine.
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toll-free at 1 (855) 944-3571.