P1000i/P2000i QUICK START GUIDE
This Quick Start Guide is not a substitute for reading the Operator’s Manual.
To reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand Operator’s Manual before using this product.
IMPORTANT
First Time Starting (Cont.)
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Once the engine is running,
slowly move choke lever left
to the RUN position.
After a 2-3 minute warm up,
Push the SMART THROTTLE
switch to ON.
DANGER
7.
8.
Engine will not start.
- Engine switch is off.
- No fuel.
- Turn engine switch to ON.
- Fill fuel tank.
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
Do not connect to a building’s
electrical system unless the generator
and transfer switch have been verified
by a qualified electrician. The
- Stale fuel or water
in fuel.
- Drain entire fuel system
and refill with fresh fuel.
- Engine oil level is low.
- Engine is equipped with
Low Oil Shutoff. If the
engine oil level is
low, the unit will not start.
Check engine oil
connection must isolate the generator
power from utility power and must
comply with all applicable laws and
electrical codes.
- Spark plug faulty, fouled
or improperly gapped.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage. EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
- Choke lever is in
RUN position.
level and fill if necessary.
- Engine stored without
treating or draining
fuel.
- Replace spark plug.
First Time Starting
Add engine oil per the Operator’s Manual instructions.
- Move choke lever to
START position.
- Refueled with bad
fuel.
- Drain fuel and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh
fuel.
1.
- Dirty fuel filter.
Stopping The Unit
- Contact authorized
service dealer.
Disconnect all appliances connected to the generator.
Position the Engine Fuel Switch to OFF.
1.
2.
Engine hard to start.
Engine lacks power.
- Water in fuel.
- Drain entire system and
refill with fresh fuel.
- Weak spark at spark plug.
- Contact authorized
service dealer.
Oil fill recommendations using included oil fill bottle:
P1000i
P2000i
- Dirty air filter.
- Check air filter element.
ON
- Engine stored without
treating or draining
fuel, or refueled with
bad fuel.
- Clean or replace as
needed.
1 oil fill bottles up to #2 mark
2 oil fill bottles up to #2 mark
OFF
- Drain fuel and carburetor.
- Refuel with fresh fuel.
Always verify oil level is at upper limit mark on dipstick before operating.
Fill the fuel tank per the Operator’s Manual instructions.
Position the fuel tank cap vent lever to ON, if equipped.
AC receptacle does not work.
DC receptacle does not work.
Item plugged in is defective. Overload - Try a different item.
indicator on (light solid)
Allow the engine to cool.
Position the fuel tank cap vent lever to OFF, if equipped.
2.
3.
- Press reset button.
- Circuit protector engaged.
- Item plugged in is defective.
- Remove any load from
the generator.
- Replace the fuse,
then depress the DC
circuit breaker.
- Try a different item.
Generator makes a “spark
knock” or “pinging” noise.
- If knocking or pinging
occurs under normal load
at a steady engine
speed, the problem may
be with the fuel
- Switch to a different
brand of fuel with
a octane rating of 86 or
higher.
Push the SMART THROTTLE
switch to OFF.
Move CHOKE lever right to
START position.
4.
6.
Using The Generator
Connect devices to be powered by following the steps below.
- Make sure the total rated power from the items you plan to use at the
same time are less than the generator continuous (running) watts. Make
sure the total surge (starting) power from the items you plan to use at the
same time are less than the generator maximum watts. See Operator’s
Manual to calculate total amount of power needed.
- Contact authorized
service dealer.
being used.
- An occasional light
“knocking” or “pinging”
under heavy load is not a
cause for concern.
If problems persist after trying the above solutions, contact your authorized service dealer.
- Start the generator with nothing connected.
- Plug in and turn on the first load (perferably the largest load).
- Allow the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and
attached device operates properly).
- Repeat previous steps for additional loads.
IMPORTANT: Never add more load than the generator’s capacity. Please consider surge
load when determining total power need.
The following symptoms may indicate problems that will affect the emissions level on the unit.
- Hard starting or stalling
- Rough idle
- Misfiring or backfiring under load
- Afterburning (backfiring)
Position the Engine Fuel
Switch to ON.
Lightly pull the engine recoil until
resitance is felt. Firmly Pull the
engine recoil until the engine starts.
5.
- Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
If you encounter any of these symptoms, take the unit to your authorized service dealer for service.
Storing The Unit
ON
When preparing to store the generator, allow the unit to cool completely. If the unit is going
to be stored for more than 4 weeks, drain fuel by releasing the carburator drain screw.
Follow complete storage instructions in Operator’s Manual.
OFF
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