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Learn how the choke works on Generac portable generators, including manual choke controls and PowerDial positions. This article explains how to start cold and warm engines, when to move the choke to RUN, and why a generator may start with the choke on but shut down in RUN. It also covers flooding, stuck choke controls, dirty carburetors,...

This article serves a portable generator battery charging hub. It provides general portable charging guidelines for the different types of charging functions for portable generators. It includes when and how various models charge. Whether they charge while running, how long to charge for, and if a battery is included, plus charging...

Idle control and economy (eco) mode both reduce generator engine speed, but they serve different purposes depending on generator type. Idle control is found on larger open-frame models and lowers the engine to a preset idle when no load is applied. Economy mode is used on inverter generators and continuously adjusts engine speed based on...

This article helps users understand what "under load" means, how to assess whether their generator is under load, and why knowing this information is important.

The electric start on iQ3800 or iQ5200 generators may not work if the battery isn't connected. This article explains how to connect the battery properly for electric start functionality.

This article applies to iQ3500 portable generators that are not producing power, i.e., no AC output. Provides

This article provides a step-by-step guide to inspecting and cleaning your portable generator's air filter.

This article provides a guide to inspecting and servicing your portable generator's spark plug, including how to inspect the spark plug gap and when to replace it.

The article defines inverter generators as a type of portable generator that produces alternating current power using electronic circuits to convert direct current power back and forth, resulting in a cleaner wave of energy production with lower total harmonic distortion. Inverter generators are useful for powering sensitive electronics...

The article explains how to determine the correct size generator for your power needs by understanding the power demands of the appliance(s) you want to run, usually measured in watts through calculating volts x amps. The article also explains that the wattage of your appliances will determine the size (in kW) of the generator needed.