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I still think the starter is the problem.... But I can't tell by remote control. Also advice is cheap but good answers are expensive so please email me at hanleyj@lcc.edu and send me your address and I will ship you a starter that I know works on that model generator MEP-002A or MEP-003A. I...
Ray70 is right on! The transducer is what usually goes and I have no idea why. Replace the meter with a digital frequency meter, check out the ones on ebay, you can get one for less than 20 bucks. When you replace the meter, connect the new meters 120volt input to the input side of the...
The problem is probably not in the control box, based on your problem description. I suspect the starter solenoid itself is hanging up and this is causing the problem. Double check your connections to the starter, use the manual and locate wire numbers and check to make sure that they are correct.
I liked the first three words of the first post"DON'T DO IT". I have to tell you if the engine has glow plugs you never use a starting aid, ie ether, gasoline etc. The least that can happen is a failed head gasket. I have both MEP-003 and 002s if the manifold heater and the glow plugs are...