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  1. Scoobyshep

    MEP-004a Generator runs but shuts down no fuel pumps run

    Almost (pretty much on it) 60 psi Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  2. Scoobyshep

    mep-005a giving me a reverse power warning.

    Check K15 reverse power relay
  3. Scoobyshep

    MEP002A won't crank and no panel lights

    Sounds like a bad connection Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  4. Scoobyshep

    mep-005a giving me a reverse power warning.

    Check and make sure its not set for parallel mode Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  5. Scoobyshep

    MEP-004a Generator runs but shuts down no fuel pumps run

    My 004 has rather high oil pressure, I can run it tonight and let you know.
  6. Scoobyshep

    MEP-803A overheat - newer issue

    Apples to oranges here, but I had a 004 doing the same thing, TLDR bottom of radiator was clogged.
  7. Scoobyshep

    Transfer switch MEP-803a

    This is where load management comes in to play. turn off the water heater and run the ac. when you need hot water, shut off the ac and turn on the water heater. ac usually runs fairly low amperage, but the inrush on startup is what will get you
  8. Scoobyshep

    Transfer switch MEP-803a

    It depends how big you want to go. Simplest is an interlock backfeed kit. Its completely manual and the easiest to setup Next up is a double throw disconnect, this requires some reworking of your feeder and must be sized to match your main feed. Then theres an automatic transfer switch, this...
  9. Scoobyshep

    mep-802a fuel level sender float

    on these specific sets no I have not personally seen that, On other tanks yes it happens, so it is possible for a float to become a sink
  10. Scoobyshep

    MEP-004a Generator runs but shuts down no fuel pumps run

    I had a very obvious burn (trace was clearly damaged)
  11. Scoobyshep

    MEP-004a Generator runs but shuts down no fuel pumps run

    I repaired my A5, had a burnt trace. Running with the battle short on will bypass the safeties (low oil hi temp etc) so its up to you if you want to run that risk. Before throwing parts at it I would try to find where you are loosing the circuit.
  12. Scoobyshep

    Spare parts question

    Could be the diodes in the head as well Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  13. Scoobyshep

    MEP-002a Starter trys to engage but wont turn over

    Shot in the dark from the hip, lubricate the solenoid linkage, it might not be coming out fast enough.
  14. Scoobyshep

    Generator Cooling Systems

    Run it hard, Run it hot, watch the ash and soot fall alot. I have a 004 and i made a load bank out of 3 dryer element arrays, it can deliver 16500 watts of load (plus motor) and after every significant outage i run the bank for a bit (usually 1 to 2 hours) to blow the gunk out.
  15. Scoobyshep

    MEP002A Oil Pump

    If it were me id make sure there was no oil pressure (low oil can also cause issues) controls wise oil or temperature can cause an unexpected shutdown. Both can be jumped for testing purposes. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  16. Scoobyshep

    MEP003A Aux fuel pump

    The fitting need to be air tight. Its like trying to drink a soda with a cracked straw Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  17. Scoobyshep

    MEP003A Aux fuel pump

    Fleabay. Mcmastar carr amazon. I would take things apart and try to determine where the obstruction is. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  18. Scoobyshep

    MEP 804B 805B Unbalanced Load

    Yes, my feed runs through my attic. As long as it is properly rated for the current and there is overcurrent protection rated for the wire at the generator side. You can run unbalanced, it reduces fuel efficiency, its best to have some load on the unused leg (couple of flood lights or a...
  19. Scoobyshep

    6 micron or 2 micron fuel filter

    my school of thought is use a 6 micron as the lead filter and the 2 micron for the lag filter. tgis way the 2 micron only catches particles small enough to pass the 6 . better filtering with less chance of clogging the first 2 micron
  20. Scoobyshep

    mep-005a hertz/frequency

    I have a 004a and completely automated it along with an ats. Since you need to go with an interlock kit you could still rig the generator to be a pushbutton start and self regulate the frequency. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
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