11. TROUBLESHOOTING
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When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is
available at the output receptacles, check the possible causes in accordance with
the following table. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity,
contact your nearest Makita dealer or authorized service center for further
information or corrective procedures.
Possible causes
Problem
Low battery
Blown fuse
Deteriorated fuel
Fuel piping
Clogging of Air cleaner
Clogging of Cooling air intake
Low oil level
Faulty spark plug
Overload by connected appliance
Incorrect or poor connection of wires
Insufficient capacity of extension cable
Starter won't run
Leakage
Starter runs, but Engine won't start.
Clogging
During operation
Rotation decreased
Unstable rotation
Breaker turned off
Carbon brushes are excessively worn
Low power