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TROUBLESHOOTING
Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance inspections, but in the event of a
breakdown, please take remedial action following the diagnosis based on the troubleshooting tables. If the problem cannot
be remedied, please leave the unit as is and consult Multiquip's technical support department or your local dealer.
Generator TroubleshootingTable 9.
Symptom - Solution
No Voltage Output
Is wiring connection loose? Check wiring and repair.
Defective Rectifi er? Check and replace.
Low Voltage Output
Is engine speed correct? Turn engine throttle lever to “High”.
Is wiring connection loose? Check wiring and repair.
High Voltage Output Are wiring connections loose? Check wiring and repair.
Circuit Breaker Tripped
Short Circuit in load? Check load and repair.
Over current? Confi rm load requirements and reduce.
Defective circuit breaker? Check and replace.
Engine fails to start and
starter does not rotate
Dead battery? Replace battery.
Defective ignition switch? Replace ignition switch.
Defective starter? Replace starter
Burned fuse? Replace fuse.
Engine fails to start and
start rotates
Broken preheat circuit? Check preheat circuit.
No fuel? Add diesel fuel.
Defective wiring? Check wiring.