Troubleshooting - Champion 100522 Operator's Manual

100522 - 3500W PORTAbLE GENERATOR

TROUbLESHOOTING

Problem
Generator will not start.
Generator starts but runs roughly.
Generator shuts down during operation.
Generator cannot supply enough power
or overheating.
No AC output.
Generator hunts.
Repeated circuit breaker tripping.
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Cause
No fuel.
Faulty spark plug.
Unit loaded during start up.
Low oil level.
Spark plug wire loose.
Fuel valve is closed.
Engine switch OFF.
Choke in the wrong position.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel valve.
Out of fuel.
Low oil level.
Generator is overloaded.
Dirty air filter.
Power cord not properly connected.
Connected device is defective.
Circuit breaker is open.
Faulty brush assembly.
Faulty AVR (auto voltage regulator).
Loose wiring.
Other.
Engine governor defective.
Overload.
Faulty power cords or device.
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Solution
Add fuel.
Replace spark plug.
Remove load from unit.
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place generator on a flat, level surface.
Attach wire to spark plug.
Open fuel valve.
Turn engine switch ON.
Adjust choke.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean the fuel valve.
Fill fuel tank.
Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place
generator on a flat, level surface.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Clean or replace air filter.
Check all connections.
Replace defective device.
Reset circuit breaker.
Replace brush assembly (Service Center).
Replace AVR (Service Center).
Inspect and tighten wiring connections.
Contact the help line.
Contact the help line.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires.
Replace defective device.