Troubleshooting - Champion Power Equipment 100565 Operator's Manual

100565 - 2000W PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
Engine will not start.
Engine starts but runs roughly.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Generator cannot supply enough power
or overheating.
Engine is running but no AC output.
Engine hunts or falters.
Repeated circuit breaker tripping.
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Cause
No fuel.
Faulty spark plug.
Low oil level.
Spark plug wire loose.
Fuel valve is closed.
EZ Start dial in wrong position.
Old fuel or water in fuel.
Flooded with fuel.
EZ Start dial in wrong position.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel valve.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Out of fuel.
Low oil level.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Generator is overloaded.
Dirty air filter.
EZ Start dial in wrong position.
Poor cord connection.
Circuit breaker is open.
Loose wiring.
Other.
Engine governor defective.
Dirty fuel valve.
Carburetor is dirty and running lean.
EZ Start dial in wrong position.
Overload.
Faulty power cords or device.
Circuit breaker still too hot.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Add fuel.
Clean and adjust spark plug or replace.
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place generator on a flat, level surface.
Attach wire to spark plug.
Open fuel valve.
Move EZ Start dial to RUN position.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Let unit stand for 10 mins.
Move EZ Start dial to RUN position.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean the fuel valve.
Clean spark arrestor.
Fill fuel tank.
Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place
generator on a flat, level surface.
Clean spark arrestor.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Clean or replace air filter.
Move EZ Start dial to RUN position.
Check all connections.
Reset circuit breaker.
Inspect and tighten wiring connections.
Contact the help line.
Contact the help line.
Clean the fuel valve.
Contact the help line.
Move EZ Start dial to RUN position.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires.
Replace defective device.
Let unit sit for 5 mins.
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