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7. TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
Engine does
not start
Oil leakage
from muffler or
air cleaner
No Electrical
output
Low Electrical
output
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Carburettor is blocked
Spark plug is wet / dirty
Air cleaner dirty
Too much engine oil
Insufficient engine oil
No fuel
Battery flat (Electric start)
Engine has tipped over
Circuit breaker tripped
Low output voltage
Excessive electrical load
SOLUTION
Clean carburettor
Clean and adjust plug
Clean air cleaner
Reduce oil to suitable level
Oil sensor is activated. Add oil
(Oil sensor prevents engine
from running if oil level is low)
Check fuel cock open
Clean if fuel filter blocked
Charge/replace battery
Right engine oil to drain
Reduce generator load
Check for short circuit in load
Loose connection in output cable
Check engine speed
Reduce generator load
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