Champion Power Equipment 201052 Troubleshooting

201052 - 3800W DUAL FUEL PORTAbLE GENERATOR
TROUbLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine will not start.
Engine starts but runs roughly.
Engine will not start electrically.
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.
Old fuel or water in fuel.
Flooded with fuel.
Choke in the wrong position.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel valve.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Generator battery is dead.
Out of fuel.
Low oil level.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Generator is overloaded.
Dirty air filter.
Choke in wrong position.
Poor cord connection.
Circuit breaker is open.
Faulty brush assembly.
Faulty AVR (auto voltage regulator).
Loose wiring.
Other.
Engine governor defective.
Dirty fuel valve.
Carburetor is dirty and running lean.
Choke in wrong position.
Overload.
Faulty power cords or device.
Circuit breaker still too hot.
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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.
Turn fuel select dial to proper fuel.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Let unit stand for 10 mins.
Move choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean the fuel valve.
Clean spark arrestor.
Recharge generator battery.
Fill fuel tank or replace LPG cylinder
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 choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Check all connections.
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.
Clean the fuel valve.
Contact the help line.
Move choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace
defective device.
Let unit sit for 5 mins.