Basic Troubleshooting - Wacker Neuson GPi 3200 Operator's Manual

GPi 3200/4300
6 Basic Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Engine is difficult to 1. Fuel is contaminated
start
2.
Spark plug gap setting is
incorrect
Engine does not start 1. Engine switch in wrong
position
2.
No fuel
3. Equipment is connected
to the generator
4. Loose spark plug cap
5. Fouled spark plug
6.
Low engine oil
Engine power output 1. Air cleaner is dirty
is low
2.
Engine is overheated
Engine stops 1. Engine malfunction
2.
Fuel tank is empty
No electricity is gen- 1. Overload fault (red over-
erated at receptacle load indicator light illumi-
nates)
2.
DC circuit breaker is
OFF
3. GFI has activated
4. Loose connection at AC
receptacle or DC termi-
nals
5. Engine was started after
equipment was con-
nected
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Basic Troubleshooting
Remedy
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Clean fuel filter and fuel tank.
Remove water, dirt, and other
impurities.
Check and adjust spark plug gap
clearance if necessary.
Turn engine switch to CHOKE
position.
Refill fuel tank.
Switch off equipment and dis-
connect from the generator.
Push spark plug cap firmly onto
spark plug.
Remove spark plug and clean
electrode.
Add engine oil.
Clean air cleaner.
Consult engine owner's manual.
Consult engine owner's manual.
Refill fuel tank.
Stop engine and check equip-
ment and/or generator for over-
loading.
Press the DC circuit breaker to
ON position after checking
equipment for normal operation.
Press the RESET button on the
AC receptacle after checking
equipment for normal operation.
Tighten connection.
Switch off equipment and dis-
connect from the generator.
Reconnect after re-starting
engine.
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