Trouble shooting
Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, always turn off the engine and wait until the
generator has come to a standstill.
Condition
Insufficient
compression
Engine run
erratically /
Low engine
output /
Engine won't
Sufficient
start
compression
EN
Probable cause
Loose spark plug
Loose cylinder head bolt
Damaged gasket
Fuel systems problems /
No fuel supplied to combustion
chamber
Combustion
Electric systems
chamber supplied
problems /
with fuel
Improper spark
Improper grade of fuel used
Overloading
Overheating
Insufficient pulling speed
for starting rope
Foreign matter in fuel
tank
Clogged fuel line
No fuel in tank
Fuel shutoff not open
Spark plug dirty with
carbon or wet with fuel
Damaged spark plug
Faulty magneto
Improper adjustment of
carburetor
Insufficient pulling speed
for starting rope
Corrective action
Tighten plug properly
Tighten bolt properly
Replace gasket
Pull rope sharply
Clean tank
Clean fuel line
Supply fuel
Open valve
Remove carbon or
wipe up spark plug
Replace spark plug
Consult dealer
Pull rope sharply
Check fuel
Check the working
condition