Generator cranking a long time
I currently traveling and have spent a few nights in Walmart. When I try to start the gen, it cranks for about 45 sec before starting. I usually let off it to not overheat the starter. Is this norma...
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I hit the priming pump button and listen for a little different noise when the pump has done its priming. Then I hit the start button, only cranks for maybe 2 or 3 seconds before it starts.
If I only use the starter button it takes a more time before it starts. Which is extra wear on battery and starter.
My theory is that the gas has evaporated from carb since the last time I used it and needs some priming to get gas to carb in order to start.
Don't know if my thinking is correct or not, but works for me.
If I only use the starter button it takes a more time before it starts. Which is extra wear on battery and starter.
My theory is that the gas has evaporated from carb since the last time I used it and needs some priming to get gas to carb in order to start.
Don't know if my thinking is correct or not, but works for me.
