RIDGID RD8000 - Manual (Page 20)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine will not start. The engine switch key is on OFF.
No fuel.
lubricant level is low.
Fuel valve is OFF.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
Choke lever is in RUN position.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Turn the engine switch key to ON.
Fill fuel tank.
Check engine lubricant level and fill, if
necessary.
Turn fuel valve ON.
Replace spark plug.
Move choke lever to START position.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine hard to start Water in gasoline.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine lacks power. Dirty air filter.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Dirty air filter.
Check air filter element. Clean or
replace as needed.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline. If problem continues,
contact your nearest authorized service
center.
Clean or replace as needed.
AC receptacle does not work. Circuit breaker is OFF.
Item plugged in is defective.
Turn ON the AC circuit breaker.
Reset the GFCI.
Try a different item.
Generator makes a “spark knock” or
“pinging” noise. An occasional light “knocking” or “ping-
ing” under heavy load is not a cause
for concern. However, if the knocking
or pinging occurs under normal load
at a steady engine speed, the problem
may be with the brand of gasoline being
used. Switch to a different brand of gasoline,
making sure that the octane rating
is 86 or higher. If problem continues,
contact your nearest authorized service
center.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:

Hard starting or stalling after starting
 Rough idle
 Misfiring or backfiring under load
 Afterburning (backfiring)
 Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service
center.