When the electrician unplug the generator cord from the generator (test run and OFF already), we heard a loud spark sound, anyone knows what is that?
876782
It sounds like one or more of the transfer switch breakers was still in the GENARATOR position instead of the LINE position and would mean there was still an active electrical load connected to the generator cord and when it was unplugged it caused an electrical arc.
876783
Seems like something is mis-wired. The transfer switches should never allow power to go either from the generator to the incoming power line, or vice-versa. The switches operate closed-open-closed, never connected to both sides at the same time. This is a dangerous condition.A spark could also occur if the generator was running when the cord was unplugged, but you say it was OFF.
331252
It's a very powerful machine. To tell the truth, I saw sparks once and had to reset the breaker. I think the way it can rock (if it is not on a level surface) can generate enough friction to unseat the wires. The reason wires will spark in an outlet is because there isn't a good connection. If you notice sparks, you might want to turn off your electricity (first) and check the outlet and that the wires seem securely screwed/grounded in place. Make sure the blender sits level on your counter when you turn it on. I shouldn't be sitting on its cord for example, which might tilt it a little off center and make it more likely to shake. It's a very powerful machine. To tell the truth, I saw sparks once and had to reset the breaker. I think the way it can rock (if it is not on a level surface) can generate enough friction to unseat the wires. The reason wires will spark in an outlet is because there isn't a good connection. If you notice sparks, you might want to turn off your electricity (first) and check the outlet and that the wires seem securely screwed/grounded in place. Make sure the blender sits level on your counter when you turn it on. I shouldn't be sitting on its cord for example, which might tilt it a little off... » Read More It's a very powerful machine. To tell the truth, I saw sparks once and had to reset the breaker. I think the way it can rock (if it is not on a level surface) can generate enough friction to unseat the wires. The reason wires will spark in an outlet is because there isn't a good connection. If you notice sparks, you might want to turn off your electricity (first) and check the outlet and that the wires seem securely screwed/grounded in place. Make sure the blender sits level on your counter when you turn it on. I shouldn't be sitting on its cord for example, which might tilt it a little off center and make it more likely to shake. « Show Less
1836234
I purchased the same heater last year and had the same problem. It looked like the gas wasn't blowing up on the spark close enough to get it ignited. I had to lean down and lightly blow between the spark and the end where the gas comes out. That got it lit.
2058126
Check for spark first. Check on of switch 1=on and 0=off. Check gas valve, is it on? No spark could mean a bad spark plug and if not then I would send it back!John Judge
1515270
No. There is a fan blowing and air but no snapping sound. I have had This distiller for 2 years and another for 15 before that and never heard an electrical sound. Maybe something fl inside the top motor or is loose. Does anything sound if it is turned upside down or when gently shaken when unplugged? I would get it checked or return it.
286002
It sounds like a broken wire somewhere between the plug and the heater. Or the heating element went bad.
2263361
Mine sparked too. It must have a capacitor in the input and the spark is caused by its charging.
1527137
What we figured out was the machine itself had lost it's charge (needed to be recharged) and as soon as we plugged it back in to the house electric to recharge the noise quit. Can be right piercing, can't it? That was the only thing we could find doing it. Hope that helps. Just set a day of the month to recharge it automatically......keeps it from squealing in the car when ya climb in or we keep it in the house as well....so making noise in the house as well. JWA
646034
My generator came with the tool to do the job. It is a silver-colored tube, about 3 inches long and has a handle that goes through a hole in the silver tube. You just pull the wire carefully off of the spark plug (make sure off switch is off), put the wrench into the plug hole (the hexagon end), turn it and unscrew the plug. Then replace the plug the same way the old one came out. BTW,,,i bought a Champion spark plus as many had suggested and replace the Chinese plug with it. Then could barely get the engine to run. I put back the Chinese plug and it runs perfectly. But, I live in California and we have a slightly different design because of our smog standards. That may make the difference in the type of plug I should have gotten.
1140918
Problem could be very, but check the ignitor to see if it is too close to the burner and did not make enough spark, the other thing to check is to make sure the wire is ground, otherwise it will not spark.
1212622
I've never had that noise when running the plasmawave. Maybe check with the manufacturer for advice or replacement parts would be effective
1976518
I's surprised that you got a shock from a 9-volt system. Could the shock have been a static discharge? In any event, remove batteries & unplug from wall. Wait a minute, then plug in the cord and then follow Owner Manual directions for a new setup. If this doesn't work, then you've probably blown a chip and need to return the unit for a warranty repair.
1277438
I am not sure what that question means. I have a large house with an addition but I have to shut off the electric heat in the addition. I have a 200amp breaker box with a 100 amp linked service in my addition. One of my water heaters is gas but the other is electric. I shut off the electric unit while using the generator. You have to be careful as some devices use strange amounts of electricity while starting up. I would not run my washer and dryer during this type of event. This unit has plenty of power but you a good electrician to tell you if you can run business as usual with this unit. I purchased this unit because it has a 50amp plug. Most units only have 30amp plugs. good luck.
992851
The sparking is normal due to the fact that you are going directly to the battery and there is no switch to control it, but if you install a switch and know what you are doing, all will be good, it works great and worth the price, it's cheap, but works Great!!!!! I have no complains about it and have not had any problems.....
992850
No, and beware of these! I sent it back because, after I wired everything (correctly), when I made the final connection, it sparked like a welder. I wish I had read the other reviews before buying, apparently others have had the same experience with these. You get what you pay for. Good Luck
1638033
A lightning strike wouldn't surprise me at all. These units are prone to that, since they are metal and outdoors. Definitely do not mean to insult you, but did you check the breaker? Ours trips sometimes. If you did check the breaker, then your board may well be out? Do you see any dark or burn spots on the back of the board? You'd have to check with Goldline to verify, but I think the sticker contains the model and possibly the serial number. What is the code printed after "PN:" on your board?
2263360
If you hook jumper cables up to your car they will spark too. This is normal.