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Can I run an 8kw standby generator on a 100 lb propane tank? 2 answers ... What am I getting for the extra cost of the Guardian unit? ... The engine starts hard and runs rough. 1. Air ... On auto start, unit sputters and I smell gas. ... Does the gas and electrical feed into the unit from the back as previous air cooled units?
On auto start, unit sputters and I smell gas. .... The 20kW automatic standby generator has the option to delay start up during an ... This is for a guardian 20kw. ....has been designed to make the battery installation and removal so difficult? ... The air cooled generators are designed to allow for the smallest footprint while still ...
Generac's Guardian Series 17kw automatic standby generator does not come with a.... The automatic response features of our air-cooled units initiates the unit's startup,.... This week I tried the same and it tries to start but just sputters and fails until .... A C delayed start still chocks 17kw generator would a hard start kit help?
Check for igntition at the plugs, check power is going to fuel solenoid. If power is on solenoid check LP pressures and make sure it is opening. Be carefull LPV is dangerous any spark can cause a fire. Check to make sure the throttle is opening during cranking, if it isn't it's a control issue
If it backfires, check for manifold leaks, fuel mixture is too lean, timing is off, make sure it isn't spitting liquid into the cylinders and the LP is the right pressure, and the vapour coil is working
If it has an "no load" idle feature turn that off and then see if it still has this problem.
Otherwise, Is it outside? The LP regulator may be sticking.
throttle motor or governer board. or control board. your gas line could be to small. check the pressure while its cranking to see if it drops. watch the throttle to see if its moving while trying to crank the generator
If you have to really choke an LP engine but it runs more or less normally once started you need to troubleshoot the demand regulator and the fuel supply lines (look for air leaks). I'd also check the fuel inlet pressure before the demand regulator.
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