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Ordered a new air filter for it today just in case that might be an issue. The last service looks to be in 2013. So I would take the readings on the manifold itself, or try and get the heads? I shot it a couple of times playing with my IR gun before reading your post, and the temps vary wildly...
I have an IR thermometer. Just need to find a 9V battery to make it work.
The only thing I did for the fuel system was change filters and tighten the loose fuel hoses going to the injectors. One came loose when the seller was running it for me, and I found all of the clamps loose when I got it...
As far as the smoke, it is slightly visible when above say 7200W power levels. I suspect I wouldn't be able to see it if the generator wasn't up against green trees. I have to get down and look up to see it. Just slightly more at 8520W. Smoke is always present though
Engine speed drops...
Thanks, I will try cleaning them tomorrow. They seemingly feel like all older switches that I've messed with. No grit or resistance to switching, but I'll give it a go. The K8 relay does have some rust on the terminal screws, so they will need to be cleaned as well.
Any idea on why it can't...
I was able to find most of them with a magnet and some careful feeling around. Only missing two now, and I just can't get to them.
As far as the current readings, the machine is on single phase 120/240V, and I had S6 on single phase, L1-L3 voltage, and monitoring the L3 leg. Was using a Fluke...
Doing some PMs on a recently acquired 803A, and couldn't find my small strap wrench to get the fuel/water separator off. Tried removing the generator left side panel between front control panel and side door to get better access, and it turns out, it is all bolts with nuts on the other side of...