Westinghouse WGen5300DFv User Manual page 29

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Engine will not start or
remain running while
trying to start.
Generator suddenly
stops running.
Engine runs
erratic; does not hold a
steady RPM.
POTENTIAL CAUSE
1. Fuel shutoff valve is in the OFF
position.
2. Generator is out of gasoline.
3. Fuel flow is obstructed.
4. Dirty air filter
5. Low oil level shut down switch is
preventing the unit from starting.
6. Spark plug boot is not fully engaged
with the spark plug tip.
7. Spark plug is faulty.
8. Dirty/plugged spark arrestor
9. Stale fuel
10. If trying 1-9 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. Dirty air filter
2. Applied loads maybe cycling on and
off
3. If trying 1-3 above does not solve
the problem, the cause might be a
fault in the generator
SOLUTION
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. Check and clean the air filter.
5. Check oil level and add oil if
necessary.
6. Firmly push down on the spark plug
boot to ensure the boot is fully engaged
7. Remove and check the spark plug.
Replace if faulty.
8. Check and clean the spark arrestor.
9. Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
10. 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. Clean the air filter.
2. As applied loads cycle, changes in
engine speed may occur; this is a normal
condition.
3. Take the generator to your nearest
authorized service dealer.
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