Troubleshooting - Homelite UTi2100 Série Manuel D'utilisation

PROBLEM
Engine will not start.
Engine hard to start
Engine lacks power.
AC receptacle does not work.
DC receptacle does not work.
Generator makes a "spark knock" or
"pinging" noise.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact your nearest authorized service center for assistance.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level of the unit:
 Hard starting or stalling after starting
 Rough idle
 Misfiring or backfiring under load
 Afterburning (backfiring)
 Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, have the unit inspected and repaired by the nearest authorized service center.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
On/Off switch is OFF ( O ).
No fuel.
Stale gasoline or water in gasoline.
Lubricant level is low.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly
gapped.
Choke lever is in run position.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Dirty fuel filter.
Water in gasoline.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Dirty air filter.
Engine stored without treating or
draining gasoline, or refueled with bad
gasoline.
Generator is overloaded.
Item plugged in is defective.
Circuit protector engaged
Item plugged in is defective.
An occasional light "knocking" or "ping-
ing" under heavy load is not a cause
for concern. However, if the knocking
or pinging occurs under normal load
at a steady engine speed, the problem
may be with the brand of gasoline be-
ing used.
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SOLUTION
Turn On/Off switch to ON (I).
Fill fuel tank.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Engine is equipped with Low Oil Shutoff.
If engine lubricant level is low, it must be
filled before unit will start. Check engine
lubricant level and fill, if necessary.
Replace spark plug.
Pull the choke lever out to the start
position.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline.
Contact authorized service center.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Contact authorized service center.
Check air filter element. Clean or
replace as needed.
Drain fuel and carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline.
Remove loads and press the reset
button.
Try a different item.
Remove any load from the generator.
Turn the auto idle switch to off, then
depress the DC circuit breaker.
Try a different item.
Switch to a different brand of gasoline,
making sure that the octane rating is 86
or higher. If problem continues, contact
your nearest authorized service center.