Troubleshooting - Westinghouse WGen6000 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before attempting to service or troubleshoot the generator, the owner or service technician must first read the owner's manual and
understand and follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in conditions that can lead to voiding of the EPA
certification or product warranty, serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
PROBLEM
Engine is running, but no
electrical output
Engine will not start or
remain running while
trying to start.
Generator suddenly
stops running.
Engine runs
erratic; does not hold a
steady RPM.
WARNING
POTENTIAL CAUSE
1. Circuit breakers are tripped.
2. The power cord's plug connector is not fully
engaged in the generator's outlet.
3. Faulty or defective power cord
4. Faulty or defective electrical appliance
5. GFCI outlet is tripped
6. If trying 1-5 above does not solve the
problem, the cause might be the generator has
a fault.
1. Fuel shutoff valve is in the OFF position.
2. Generator is out of gasoline.
3. Fuel flow is obstructed.
4. Unit is over choked.
5. Starting battery may have insufficient charge
6. Dirty air filter
7. Low oil level shut down switch is preventing
the unit from starting.
8. Spark plug boot is not fully engaged with the
spark plug tip.
9. Spark plug is faulty.
10. Dirty/plugged spark arrestor
11. Stale fuel
12. If trying 1-11 above does not solve the
problem, the cause might be the generator has
a fault.
1. Generator is out of fuel.
2. The low oil shut down switch has stopped
the engine.
3. Too much load
4. If trying 1-3 above does not solve the
problem,the cause might be a fault in the
generator.
1. Choke was left in the ON position.
2. Dirty air filter
3. Applied loads maybe cycling on and off
4. If trying 1-3 above does not solve
the problem, the cause might be a
fault in the generator
SOLUTION
1. Reset the circuit breakers and check for overload
condition.
2. Verify plug connector is firmly engaged in the
generator's outlet. If using the 240V outlet, make sure plug
connector is rotated 1/4 turn in the clockwise direction.
3. Replace power cord.
4. Try connecting a known good appliance to verify the
generator is producing electrical power.
5. Press the reset button on the GFCI outlet.
6. Take the generator to your nearest authorized service
dealer.
1. Move the fuel shut off valve to the ON position.
2. Add gasoline to the generator.
3. Inspect and clean fuel delivery passages.
4. Move the choke lever halfway between the ON and OFF
positions.
5. On electric start models only. Check battery output and
charge battery as necessary.
6. Check and clean the air filter.
7. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
8. Firmly push down on the spark plug boot to ensure the
boot is fully engaged
9. Remove and check the spark plug. Replace if faulty.
10. Check and clean the spark arrestor.
11. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
12. Take the generator to your nearest authorized service
dealer.
1. Check fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
2. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
3. Restart the generator and reduce the load.
4. Take the generator to your nearest authorized service
dealer.
1. Move choke to the OFF position
2. Clean the air filter.
3. As applied loads cycle, changes in engine speed may
occur; this is a normal condition.
4. Take the generator to your nearest authorized service
dealer.
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