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  1. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    I do have 24V at the control panel. The panel is functioning properly now . thank you, those troubleshooting tips fixed that issue . while attempting to start the unit , there were no visible fuel line leaks . The starter cranks but the gen would still not start. The return line , and (4)...
  2. Leonardo82nd

    Diagnosing Mep831 - will not start , no power at panel

    hello , I’ve had this 831 sitting for a few years (2) now. I have Fully charged batteries, the emergency stop pulled out, the DC breaker pushed in but it has no power at the panel. I tested S1 (shown in the photo ) it’s reading 8.56 . I’m not sure If thats normal? what other connections can I...
  3. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    ok no problem ,I will start a new thread sorry about that . Below is a more detailed update on the correct thread . Thank you . I do have 24V at the control panel , everything is functioning at the panel , After tightening up the dead crank switch . The solenoid is pulling in when turning the...
  4. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    okay , I followed that path . Tested all along the above mentioned , the dead crank switch connections were very loose. after tightening everything. it had sufficient power. But still won’t turn on . I’m going to begin pulling the metering pumps out to unstick them - hopefully that will take...
  5. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Without a doubt, to explain problems or solutions . On a side note. I ran into an issue with an 803a that I haven’t dealt with before . I’m not getting any power at S1 . The dead crank works . But absolutely no power on the panel . Any suggestions where I should start . CB1 fuse is pushed in...
  6. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Colt , much appreciated. That definitely helps with the inspection. Thank you. (y)
  7. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Got it, thank you’ll Klopp & Ray. I will post an update after the tests are performed.
  8. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    [ its been a while , I went ahead and replaced the fuel pump. that did not start the unit . how do I go about checking the flow into and out of the metering pumps ?
  9. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    no problem, I just checked to make sure it’s still up . Still learning how to work . The consensus is to keep going down the line . any additional tips
  10. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    The gen was not running , I could never get it to turn on - and on top of that , it was leaking at the return line . So I started with the leak first .Now the leaks are sealed up , but it still will not Turn on .
  11. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Ok ✅ will do asap - thank you !
  12. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Sorry I forgot to connected electrically. I am getting pressure flow
  13. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    high pressure is coming out - yes correction
  14. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    I se I Disconnected the rigid line and i see that fuel is passing thru this side . But that doesn’t mean that the fuel pump is working 100% does it ? What exactly is the FSS.
  15. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    Ok, thank you very much for that information . I see them on eBay. The price does not seem to bad . The upside down 1074 - was installed by “Oregon RSMS” data plate says -
  16. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    I manually moved the throttle , I thought maybe that would make a difference . I had primed It for several minutes , added a little oil to perfectly full , and changed out the batteries , I was just trying anything at that point . I see this version on one of my other 802s.
  17. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    I’m assuming these are the updated versions? I actually have one on hand , I’ll check out LITD tests first . these Facet pumps - actually I noticed are in the 831a‘s , I wonder if they can be fitted into the 802-803’s .
  18. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    okay I’m going to run a few checks right now . Thank you both. great minds think alike haha
  19. Leonardo82nd

    MEP802A not starting . Notice anything major in video

    So I took the top off and replaced the return an other fuel Lines going to the pumps . replaced the rubber boot on the fuel stop solenoid . brand new batteries I tested on an 803 . But this unit isn’t firing up . Below is a video . Do you’ll see anything wrong?
  20. Leonardo82nd

    Shooting with Rapco- Tips?

    haha yes that's exactly what i was trying to say. I tried that very same "shortcut" process on a few generators, and they seem to be holding up well 3 years in, but i'm not going to chance it on an entire truck. Thank you for the input
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