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Once the weather clears here a bit a will get into checking/cleaning the whole fuel system. Two question... What "wonder fluid" would you recommend for soaking? I see 3 check valves between the Fuel Tank and the IP, is that all of them?

You can't see it in the videos but when the Gen Set is in used I can and do open all 4 sides of the shed for air flow. When I built it, I knew that was important and have never had an issue when it was running for extended periods. I will also look into how to disconnect to VR for added...

First off, I want to say Thanks for all the input!!!!! Here's where I'm at: This morning I added 1 can of Seafoam to the onboard fuel tank and topped it off with 2 1/2 gallons of fresh Diesel. Started it up and let it run for 20 mins to get up to temp; it started and ran with no issues. I then...

I will give the Seafoam a shot, have a can somewhere in the shop. Usually hold the Pre Heat for at least 30 seconds. Haven't checked Glow Plugs or Intake Heaters as of yet but will add that to my troubleshooting. And, thanks for the BioBore and Optilube info. I always like to know what is...

So here's an update: I checked the OPS itself per the TM, at the terminals with the Gen Set Master switch off, No continuity. So, I then try to start it; the first time, it fired up at very slow RPM's and the same loud knocking/hammering sound as yesterday that I would describe as similar to...

If found the OPS (Hobbs M-4008-15) in this SS Thread. Looks like it is correct???

Does this look like the correct OPS? Figured I'd try to find one, or two just in case. It's a Hobbs M4008-15 NOS

Ok, so just put a jumper wire across the two termanals of the OPS itself and start it up?

Got it. I will try to figure that out.

I haven't used any lubrication additive....I must have missed that suggestion when I did my research here. What is the best practice and product for Lubrication Additive?

Chainbreaker, The TM says to check continuity across the two terminals and if there is continuity replace OPS....to me that seems the OPS would be Normaly Open (NO) when not running....wouldn't jumping it just create continuity? Also, when it was running yesterday (for 15-30 seconds) the Oil...

Video; I have one but can't figure out how to upload it to the site...says the file extention (..,mp4) is not supported. Both pumps are clicking. Yes on additives. I use Pri-D, Stanadyne, Bio Kleen on all stored (little use) Diesel Fuel.

I have a MEP-002A that is our Backup Whole-House power souce. It last ran with a load on it about 6 months ago during a power outage. At that time, it ran for about 9 hours without issue. I normanly fire it up every other month just to keep the batteries topped off (also has a NOCO maintainer...

I had been have issues with the batteries holding a good chage over the past year or so hence the NOCO maintainer. A 100 bucks a battery @ Costco...worth it!...a little more knowledge from you all, priceless!

Ok, so after all the troubleshooting I gave the bad Battery(s) idea another shot. Run to Costco and grabbed 2 new 51R's, installed them and the generator fired right up. Thanks to you all!! It's nice knowing I can pop into SS and always get help and a bit of schooling...the good kind.

Ok, good, that's what I did. Continuity on the Master Switch is all correct as outlined in the TM.

I checked the Lockout Switch (S7) via the canon plug and it has continuity when NOT running. I'm now testing the Master Switch per the TM but don't really understand how to test the "Start" position across the three terminals...see attached pic.

Guyfang...I agree; I will check the S7 as you and Roy suggested before going the new battery route.

Thanks Roy...I will check that out as well...funny, I was just reading about that in another post and in the TM.

I'm going to get a couple of new batteries tomorrow just in case and I will also check and clean starter connections.