Genny flooding
- Thread starter dsantos
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I know next to nothing about generators, ..."but"(WAG's
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have you confirmed there is good normal RW flow out the thru-hull during those few minutes?
Is oil level not too low or high ? Coolant level?
Have you tried starting with a good load turned on ? ( Genny, not you!)
Did you change plugs with a new set or old? Properly gapped recommended plugs?
Is any choke system kicking off OK?
Perhaps check oil pressure with a mechanical gauge to see if the oil pressure switch is working properly?
It doesn't sound like lack of fuel supply is the issue. But carb float stuck down or "waterlogged"?
...have you confirmed there is good normal RW flow out the thru-hull during those few minutes?
Is oil level not too low or high ? Coolant level?
Have you tried starting with a good load turned on ? ( Genny, not you!)
Did you change plugs with a new set or old? Properly gapped recommended plugs?
Is any choke system kicking off OK?
Perhaps check oil pressure with a mechanical gauge to see if the oil pressure switch is working properly?
It doesn't sound like lack of fuel supply is the issue. But carb float stuck down or "waterlogged"?
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Check the choke.
easttnboater
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I would first check to make sure the choke is not sticking closed. A little shot of carb cleaner might take care of it.
There is a delay after the engine starts before the safety switches are activated (so oil pressure can be generated). When activated, if the LOP switch is closed, due to low oil pressure or a defective switch, it would stop. If any of the switches are operating (closed), then LED4 inside your Control Box would be lit. If lit, test switch and oil pressure. Add an oil pressure gage to your engine.
