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Replacement Voltmeter.
Generator Guru says: Having a fully operational voltmeter is essential. Your voltmeter is an early warning system and can indicate problems your generator might have.
If the voltage is low:
- Give the generator a service. Old oil may have thickened slowing the engine and putting a strain on the engine, possibly resulting in engine failure.
- Check the air filter is not falling apart, as old filters can deposit large particles in the fuel system, which can result in damaging the engine.
- Check the state and age of the fuel. There could be damaging particles getting into your fuel system, blocking the jets.
- The alternator could be under stress from surging. This is the case if your engine "bears down" when you add a load (see repair videos for testing procedures.)
If the voltage is high:
- Check the state and age of the fuel. There could be damaging particles getting into your fuel system, preventing the fuel from automatically adjusting.
- The AVR/Capacitor could be about to fail. Usually seen by a spike in voltage and may indicate surging which can burn out any equipment you have attached to the generator (see repair videos for testing procedures.)
- This can indicate an arc in your alternator. This is very dangerous as there is a possibility of electrocution.
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