Troubleshooting - Champion 200959 Operator's Manual

200959 - 2000W DUAL FUEL INvERTER GENERATOR

TROUbLESHOOTING

Problem
Engine will not start.
Engine starts but runs roughly.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Generator cannot supply enough power
or overheating.
Engine is running but no AC output.
Engine hunts or falters.
DUAL FUEL MODELS ONLY: Engine will
not stop.
Repeated circuit breaker tripping.
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Cause
No fuel.
Faulty spark plug.
Low oil level.
Spark plug wire loose.
Fuel valve is closed.
Old fuel or water in fuel.
Flooded with fuel.
Choke in the wrong position.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel valve.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Out of fuel.
Low oil level.
Clogged spark arrestor.
Generator is overloaded.
Dirty air filter.
Choke in wrong position.
Poor cord connection.
Circuit breaker is open.
Loose wiring.
AC Overload: Button illuminated red
Other.
Engine governor defective.
Dirty fuel valve.
Carburetor is dirty and running lean.
Choke in wrong position.
Propane valve is still open.
Overload.
Faulty power cords or device.
Circuit breaker still too hot.
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Solution
Add fuel.
Clean and adjust spark plug or replace.
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place generator on a flat, level surface.
Attach wire to spark plug.
Open fuel valve.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Let unit stand for 10 mins.
Move choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean the fuel valve.
Clean spark arrestor.
Fill fuel tank.
Fill crankcase to the proper level. Place generator
on a flat, level surface.
Clean spark arrestor.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Clean or replace air filter.
Move choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Check all connections.
Reset circuit breaker.
Inspect and tighten wiring connections.
Reduce AC load and press Overload Reset Button
until illuminated green.
Contact the help line.
Contact the help line.
Clean the fuel valve.
Contact the help line.
Move choke until it stops under RUN position or
push in completely.
Turn the propane valve to the CLOSED position on
the tank.
Review load and adjust. See "Connecting
Electrical Loads."
Check for damaged, bare or frayed wires. Replace
defective device.
Let unit sit for 5 mins.