Troubleshooting - GE HOME GENERATOR 10000 WATT Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Eng ine is running, but no AC output
is available.
Eng ine runs good at no‑load but "bogs
down" when loads are connected.
Eng ine will not start; or starts and
runs rough.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Loss of power on circuits.
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Cause
1. Circuit breaker open or defective.
2. Fault in generator control panel.
3. Poor wiring connections or
defective transfer switch.
1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Shorted generator circuit.
4. Fuel pressure or mixture
is incorrect.
5. Kinked fuel line between regulator
and engine.
1. 15 Amp fuse missing or blown.
2. Fuel supply turned off or depleted.
3. Failed battery.
4. Clogged air filter.
1. Fuel supply turned off or depleted.
2. Fault indicator blinking.
1. Generator circuit breaker is open.
2. Transfer switch problems.
Correction
1. Reset or replace circuit breaker.
2. Contact local service facility.
3. Check and repair or contact
local service facility.
1. Disconnect shorted
electrical load.
2. Turn off one or more loads.
3. Contact local service facility.
4. See Gaseous Fuel System in the
installation manual.
5. Remove kink. Replace
if necessary.
1. Install (new) 15 Amp fuse.
See System Control Panel.
2. Open fuel valve(s); check
propane tank.
3. Replace battery.
4. Clean or replace air filter.
1. Check fuel valves, fill
propane tank.
2. Count blinks and refer to
Fault Detection System.
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. See transfer switch manual.