Storing The Generating Set; Troubleshooting - SDMO BOOSTER 2000 UK Maintenance Manual

8. Storing the generating set

Generating sets, which are to remain unused during a long period of time must undergo certain procedures, in
order to keep them in good condition. Check that the storage area is not dusty or humid. Clean the outside of the
generating set and apply a rustproofing product
8.1. Oil
While the motor is still hot, drain the oil from the sump and replace it with new oil of suitable quality.
8.2. Fuel
❶ Open the enclosure with a screwdriver
❷ Disconnect the spark plug cap
❸ Drain the fuel tank into a suitable container
❹ Turn the fuel tap to the "ON" position, unscrew the carburettor drainage screw, then drain off the fuel into a
suitable container
❺ Hold the recoil starter handle then pull 3 to 4 times on the handle, in order to completely drain the carburettor
❻ Turn off the fuel tap, refit the carburettor drainage screw, reconnect the spark plug cap, then, close the
enclosure again.
8.3. Spark plug
❶ Remove the spark plug, pour approximately one soup spoon of oil into the spark plug well, run the motor
several times to disperse the oil in the cylinder then refit the spark plug

9. Troubleshooting

The generating set is being charged during
start-up
The motor will not
Fuel level too low
start
The fuel tap is closed
Fuel supply blocked or leaking
Blocked air filter
Control on "О"
The motor cuts out
Blocked ventilation inlets
overcharge probable (overcharge indicator
turned on)
Circuit breaker tripped out (direct current)
No electric current
Faulty circuit breaker (direct current)
Faulty plug sockets
Faulty appliance supply lead
Faulty alternator
Circuit breaker trips
Faulty equipment or lead
out
9/12 Ref. GPAO : 33522111701
Probable causes
Probable causes
Probable causes
Probable causes
Remedial action
Take it off charge
Fill up with fuel
Open the fuel tap
Have the system repaired
Clean the air filter
Switch to "I"
Remedial action
Clean the air inlet and outlet guards
Control the charge, wait 30 second and
start again
Remedial action
Reset the circuit breaker
Have it checked, repaired or replaced
Have it checked, repaired or replaced
Change the leads
Have it checked, repaired or replaced
Remedial action
Have it checked, repaired or replaced
Ref. Const. 5490 326 5000