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8700718
Problem(s) Possible Cause(s)
Engine will not 1. Engine is cold.
start, shuts
2. 3-in-1 switch set to OFF.
down during
3. Engine oil is low.
operation or
4. Out of fuel.
starts and runs
5. Bad fuel, engine stored
rough.
6. Spark plug is faulty or
7. Engine is flooded.
8. Spark plug fouled/fails to
9. Fuel filter restricted,
Engine runs 1. Short circuit in connected
good without
load but bogs
2. Generator is overloaded.
down when
3. Clogged fuel filter.
loads are
4. Engine speed is too slow.
connected
5. Short circuit in generator.
Engine lacks
1. Filter element restricted.
power.
2. Stale fuel, engine stored
3. Fuel filter restricted,
4. Generator overload.
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2,000W Inverter Generator
without treating or draining
gasoline, or refueled with
bad gasoline.
improperly gapped.
produce a spark.
carburetor malfunction,
ignition malfunction, valves
stuck, etc.
device.
without treating or draining
ethanol based gasoline.
carburetor malfunction,
ignition malfunction, valves
stuck, etc.
Suggested Solution(s)
1. Move 3-in-1 start switch to CHOKE
position until warm, then move to the
RUN position.
2. Turn switch to CHOKE then pull recoil
starter.
3. Fill with the recommended oil to the
proper level.
4. Refuel.
5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refuel
with fresh gasoline.
6. Gap or replace spark plug
7. Move choke to the RUN position
8. Remove and clean spark plug. Check
electrode spacing and set the gap to
the correct dimension. Replace spark
plug if damaged. Ensure the spark lead
is installed and wire is connected.
9. Replace or repair faulty components
as needed. Contact Princess Auto Ltd.
or take engine to an authorized service
center if necessary.
1. Disconnect device.
2. See overloaded generator section.
3. Clean or replace fuel filter.
4. Contact service department.
5. Contact service department.
1. Clean or replace filter element.
2. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refuel
with fresh gasoline.
3. Replace or repair faulty components
as needed. Contact Princess Auto Ltd.
or take engine to an authorized service
center if necessary.
4. Reduce wattage load.
For technical questions call 1-800-665-8685
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