Generator not starting on PropaneUpdated 5 days ago
If you happen to be having issues with your generator not starting on propane, please follow the suggested tips down below.
- Please ensure you have read the owners manual and follow the proper start up procedure for gasoline. (CLICK HERE) To Review Start up Procedures
- Ensure your battery is connected. As we ship our generators with the negative terminal disconnected. (CLICK HERE) On instructions how to connect battery
- Make sure you have sufficient amount of propane in your tank. We do recommend using 40lb tank for optimal performance, but a 20lb would be able to be used for start up and lighter loads.
(Below is a Propane Size Chart for reference)
- Test the Battery For Voltage. Please note, the battery should read 13.5 volts when NOT under load and 11.5 to 12 volts under load.
- Check for Choke Position and Operation (Please note EH series will have a manual choke)
- Before you attempt to start the generator, please allow 2-3 minutes after you open up the propane tank in order for the propane hose and lines within the generator to get the air out of the system and be fully primed before start up.
- Inspect for Propane leaks
- Open up the propane tank and do a smell test from the propane hose and 2nd stage regulator.(Which is located by the carburetor & air filter section of the generator)
- If you notice there is a propane smell coming from the exhaust before start up, will indicate that the propane hose is faulty and may need to be replaced.
- Inspect the condition of the spark plug and replace to a NGK spark plug recommended for your specific generator.
(DISCLAIMER) DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present prior to start up
Potential Part Replacements Based off Symptoms:
1st Stage Regulator: If you happen to smell leaking propane from the hose or the hose appears to be damaged/cracked may require for this part to be replaced.
2nd Stage Regulator: If you happen to smell leaking propane coming from the 2nd stage regulator may require for this part to be replaced.
Spark Plug: If you notice the spark plug is bad, has low spark or still equipped with original OEM plug. May require for this part to be replaced with a NGK spark plug recommended for your specific generator.
Will Not Start on ANY Fuel Source:
- First check electric start system
- If the unit attempts to start, check spark, oil level and for any sensor lights on the panel.