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10.
TROUBLESHOOTING
When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is
available at the output socket, check the following chart.
If
your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest
Makita factory or authorized service center for further information or corrective
procedures.
When Engine Fails to Start
:
Check
if
choke lever is in its proper
position.
Check
if
fuel cock is open.
Check fuel level.
Check to make sure generator is not
connected to an appliance.
Check spark plug for loose spark plug
cap.
Check spark plug for contamination.
Set the choke lever knob to "CLOSE
position.
If closed, open fuel cock.
If empty, refill fuel tank making sure
not to overfill.
If
connected, turn
off
the power
switch on the connected appliance
and unplug.
If loose, push spark plug cap back
into place.
Remove spark plug and clean elec-
trodes.
When
No
Electricity
Is
Generated at Receptacle
:
Check to make sure circuit breaker or
no-fuse breaker is in the
ON
position.
Check AC plug for loose connection
Check to see if engine starting was
attempted with appliances already
connected to generator and AC
breaker was in the
ON position.
After making sure that the total watt-
age of the electrical appliance is
within permissible limits and there are
no defects in the appliance, turn the
AC breaker to the
"ON" position. If
breakers continue to actuate, consult
your nearest servicing deale:
.
Secure connection
if
necessary.
Turn
off
switch on the appliance, turn
AC breaker
OFF,
and disconnect
cable from receptacle.
Reconnect after generator has been
started properly.
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