Troubleshooting Tips for RV Generators Not Starting Part 1

One of the often forgotten factors in owning a RV is maintenance. Although sometimes a determined life may seem charming and simple, there is still work to do and maintenance work to keep up. The reason why your RV generator cannot start is usually simple, and Dingbo Electric will discuss the most common reasons in this article. The following are some of the most common reasons why RV generators cannot start:

Low oil level

Battery issues

RV lacks fuel

Old fuel

A part is broken and needs to be replaced.

The generator is old and broken

Now, this list is not comprehensive. These are just the most common reasons why RV generators cannot start, and if you are troubleshooting, they are a good starting point. To be honest, issues beyond this list usually require the help of certified technicians to diagnose and fix them correctly. Although we cannot just leave you a list of issues, we must also include direct solutions. So, please continue reading and we hope we can help you immediately start and run the RV generator.

Why can't my RV generator start and how can I repair it?

The generator is one of the main appliances in your RV, and when it stops working, there may be pressure.

So, if or when this happens to you, why not prepare some knowledge tools in your wheelhouse?

Not all of these can be fixed on their own, but at least some of them can be quickly and effectively resolved, allowing your generator to start and run again.

1. Low oil level

Like many mechanical systems, your generator requires oil to maintain smooth operation.

If there is insufficient oil, different aspects of the generator will not be properly lubricated.

When this situation occurs, they will malfunction or stop working completely.

Repair

Like many cars, the generator should have a dipstick to check the oil level. If your generator is not running properly or cannot start, checking the oil should be one of the first things you need to do.

Although generators use standard engine fuel, not all generators use the same fuel.

If there is insufficient oil, please refer to your RV user manual to understand which type of oil you should use in the generator.

You can fill up the oil yourself, but if the oil is really dirty, you need to change it. If you are unsure how to do this correctly, hand it over to the technician.

2. Battery issues

The battery is an indispensable part of the generator system. I mean, that's why the generator works.

So, if there is a problem with the generator, the battery should also be the first thing to check.

The built-in battery requires the voltage of the main house or long-distance bus battery to start.

Therefore, if the battery is not fully charged or the connection is not fully connected and is too tight, the battery will cause the generator to not start at all.

Repair

If you suspect that there may be a problem with the battery, please first check if the battery is fully charged. Then, if this is not a problem, check all connections.

Is the connection point clean and tight? If not, you may need to adjust them and clear them.

Some areas of the battery may also be corroded or leaked, so check every aspect as much as possible.

In some cases, the battery is only old and worn out. The same goes for car batteries. So, you may need to replace the battery with a new one.

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