Return unit to service after storage, Troubleshooting, Return the unit to service after storage – Generac Power Systems 0595-0 User Manual
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RETURN UNIT TO SERVICE
AFTER STORAGE
To return the unit to service after storage, proceed as
follows:
• Check fag on engine for oil viscosity and classification.
Verify that the correct recommended oii is used in engine.
If necessary, drain and refill with proper oil.
• Check battery. Fill all cells to the proper level with distilled
water. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN THE BATTERY.
Recharge battery to 100% state of charge, or, if defective,
replace the battery.
• Press the Fuel Pump Primer switch and hold it for about 30
seconds to activate the automatic shut-off function.
• Turn OFF all electrical loads, then start the engine.
• Let engine warm up.
• Apply electrical loads to at least 50% of the unit's rated
wattage capacity.
♦. When engine is thoroughly warmed up, shut it down.
THE GENERATOR IS NOW READY FOR SERVICE.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
REMEDY
Engine won't crank.
1.
15 amp fuse is blown
1.
Replace 15 amp fuse
2.
Loose corroded or defective
battery cables.
2.
Tighten, clean or replace
as necessary.
3.
Defective engine Start/Stop switch.
3.
Replace Start/Stop switch.
4.
Defective starter contactor.
4.
Replace contactor.
5.
Defective starter motor.
5.
Replace starter motor.
6.
Low Battery Voltage.
6.
Charge or replace battery.
Engine cranks but won't start.
1.
Out of fuel.
1.
Replenish fuel.
2.
Fuel pump is defective.
2.
Replace fuel pump.
3.
Open Wire #14 from Eng. Control Bd.
3.
Reconnect wire.
4.
Engine is flooded.
4.
Wait 5-10 min. before trying.
5.
Spark plug defective.
5.
Clean, regap or replace plug.
Engine starts hard, runs rough.
1.
Air cleaner plugged or damaged
1.
Clean or replace as needed.
2.
Defective spark plug.
2.
Clean, regap or replace plug.
Engine starts, shuts down
1.
Engine oil is low.
1.
Check oil; add as needed.
when Start/Stop switch is
2.
Engine is overheated.
2.
Check adequate ventilation.
released.
3.
Defective Low Oil Pressure System
3.
Have serviced/replaced.
4.
Defective Engine Control Board
4.
Have board serviced/replaced.
Start/Stop switch at Stop,
1.
Defective Start/Stop switch
1.
Replace switch.
engine continues to run.
2.
Open/disconnected wire #18 between
Start/Stop switch and Engine Control
2.
Reconnect or close wire.
3.
Open/disconnected wire #0 between
Start/Stop switch & Engine Control Bd.
. 3.
Reconnect or close wire.
4.
Defective Engine Control Board
4.
Replace board.
No AC output from generator.
1.
Check circuit breaker.
1.
Reset to ON or CLOSED.
2.
Check vehicle circuit breaker & fuses.
2.
Reset and replace if necessary.
3.
Generator internal failure
3.
Take generator to an
Authorized Generac facility.
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