Generator Overload Light On? Causes and How to Fix It
A generator overload light means it’s drawing more power than it can supply. Here’s how to clear the overload and prevent it.
A generator overload light means it’s drawing more power than it can supply. Here’s how to clear the overload and prevent it.
A generator low-oil sensor can shut the engine down even with oil present. Here’s how it works and how to fix false trips.
A generator choke that sticks or won’t work causes hard starts and stalling. Here’s how the choke works and how to fix it.
A clogged generator fuel line starves the engine. Here’s how debris and stale fuel block it and how to clear the line.
A generator that starts then dies usually has a fuel, choke, or low-oil issue. Here’s how to keep it running.
A generator putting out low voltage usually has an engine speed, load, or alternator issue. Here’s how to diagnose and fix it.
A clogged generator carburetor causes hard starts and surging. Here’s how stale fuel gums it up and how to clean it.
A stuck generator pull cord usually has a seized engine, a recoil problem, or hydrolock. Here’s how to free it safely.
A surging generator that revs up and down usually has a dirty carburetor, stale fuel, or a governor issue. Here’s how to fix it.
A portable generator with no spark usually has a fouled plug, a bad ignition coil, or a tripped safety. Here’s how to fix it.