Manual for 01919-1 - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Manual for 01919-1 - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download

Brand: TROY-BILT

Category: Portable Generator

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Uploaded: April 8, 2025, 1:51 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2005-06-20

Warranty Summary

TROY-BILT 01919-1 Portable Generator has a limited warranty of 2 years for consumer use and 1 year for commercial use covering defects in material or workmanship.
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Starting the Engine:

  • Ensure the generator is on a level surface.
  • Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position.
  • Start the engine following the instructions in the engine owner's manual.

Operating the Generator:

  • Let the engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.
  • Connect electrical loads in the OFF position, then turn them ON.
  • Do not overload the generator beyond its wattage/amperage capacity.

Stopping the Engine:

  • Turn off and unplug all electrical loads from the generator.
  • Let the engine run at no-load for a few minutes.
  • Turn the engine off according to the engine owner's manual.
  • Turn the fuel valve to the "Off" position.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem Cause Solution
No AC output is available, but engine is running. 1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Poor connection or defective cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.		 1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in good condition.
4. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
When loads are connected, engine runs good but bogs down. 1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Engine speed is too slow.
4. Shorted generator circuit.		 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See "Don't Overload Generator".
3. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
4. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine shuts down during operation. Out of gasoline. Fill fuel tank.
Engine lacks power. Load is too high. See "Don't Overload Generator".

Troubleshooting and error codes

Problem Cause Solution
No AC output is available, but engine is running. 1. Circuit breaker is open.
2. Poor connection or defective cord set.
3. Connected device is bad.
4. Fault in generator.		 1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Check and repair.
3. Connect another device that is in good condition.
4. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
When loads are connected, engine runs good but bogs down. 1. Short circuit in a connected load.
2. Generator is overloaded.
3. Engine speed is too slow.
4. Shorted generator circuit.		 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.
2. See "Don't Overload Generator".
3. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
4. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine shuts down during operation. Out of gasoline. Fill fuel tank.
Engine lacks power. Load is too high. See "Don't Overload Generator".