Troubleshooting - Gentech GP6500I Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING:

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If the generator engine fails to start after several attempts and if there is no electricity available at the
output socket then please check the chart below. If the generator still fails to start or generate
electricity the please contact GENTECH INDUSTRIES (see the back page of this manual for the
contact details).
WHEN THE ENGINE FAILS TO START:
Check if chock lever is in its proper
position.
Check if fuel cock is open.
Check the fuel level.
Check if engine switch is in the "OFF"
position.
Check to make sure that the generator is
not connected to an appliance.
Check the spark plug in case the spark
plug cap is loose.
Check spark plug for carbon build up.
WHEN THE ENGINE FAILS TO START:
Check to make sure that the circuit
breaker is in the "ON" position.
Check AC and DC terminal for a
possible loose connection.
Check to see if any appliance is
connected whilst trying to start the
generator.
Low and or irregular power from
the generator.
Set the choke lever to the "CLOSED"
position.
If it is closed then open it.
If empty then refill the fuel. Be careful
not to overfill.
Turn engine switch to the "ON" position.
If it is connected to an appliance then
turn off the power switch on the appliance
and unplug it.
If it is loose then pushing the spark plug
cap back tightly onto the spark plug.
Remove the spark plug and clean the
electrode or replace the park plug
with a new one.
After making sure that the total wattage of
the electrical appliance is within
permissible limits and there are no
defects in the appliances turn the circuit
breaker to the "ON" position. If the circuit
breakers continue to trip then please
contact GENTECH INDUSTRIES.
Secure the connection if necessary.
Turn off the switch on the appliance and
disconnect the appliance cable/plugfrom
the receptacle. Reconnect only after the
generator has started and is running
smoothly.
Check if the carbon brushes are
excessively worn and replace if
necessary.
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