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TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart is intended to provide solutions to the most frequent problems encountered when operating your Eastwood gasoline powered generator. Other
more serious mechanical or electrical malfunctions may be present and can require the attention of a professional small-engine repair facility.
Do not attempt to alter carburetor fuel or throttle settings as your generator has been individually run and tuned at the factory to produce the correct voltage
output levels @ 60hz.
Fuel degradation – It has been determined that the majority of no-start or poor running issues result from old gasoline. Today's modern gasoline formulas con-
taining ethanol quickly degrade, absorb moisture and can partially gel when left in storage. Often, this can occur within months. While the use of fuel stabilizer
is extremely helpful, fuel degradation still occurs. It is extremely important to drain all unused fuel from the tank and carburetor following generator use. The
procedure for doing so is found in the "Prepare for Storage After Use" section of this manual.
Overloading – The second most frequently encountered cause of generator problems is electrical overloading. Overloading can cause poor running, excessive
fuel consumption and engine overheating resulting in permanent damage. Always calculate your total electrical load in Watts or AMPS and make sure it does not
exceed the constant generator output.
Problem
Engine stops while running
and will not restart
Engine will not start after storage.
Circuit Breaker Tripped
No power at outlets
Labored engine/ dimmed lights/
under performing appliances
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Probable Cause
Out of fuel
Dirt or water in fuel
Low oil level
Choke closed
Engine switched to OFF position
Spark plug wire disconnected
Out of Fuel
Dirt or water in fuel
Stale or expired fuel
Low oil level
Engine switched to OFF position
Air filter clogged
Spark plug dirty
Overload or short circuit condition
Circuit breaker tripped.
Electrical overload Condition.
Solution
Check fuel gauge and add gasoline
Drain and replace fuel
Check oil level
Open choke
Switch to ON position
Reattach plug wire
Check fuel gauge and add gasoline
Drain and replace fuel
Drain and replace fuel. Clean carburetor bowl
Check Oil Level
Switch to ON position
Clean/replace air filter
Clean/replace spark plug
Eliminate overload or short circuit condition
& reset breaker
Eliminate overload or short circuit condition & reset breaker
Reduce electrical load.
Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.544.5118 >> techelp@eastwood.com
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