Fuel smell around generator enclosure when unit is running
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: If you smell gas, immediately shut the generator OFF, close the main gas shutoff valve, and ventilate the area. Do not operate electrical switches or create sparks. Contact your gas supplier or emergency services if the smell is strong.
- Visual inspection: With gas off, inspect all visible gas piping, flexible hoses, and connections for signs of wear, cracks, or loose fittings.
- Soap solution test: A qualified technician can apply a soap-and-water solution to joints and slowly open the gas valve to look for bubbles indicating leaks.
- Replace damaged components: Replace any leaking flexible hoses, valves, or fittings with parts rated for gas service and approved by Westinghouse.
Gas leak repairs should be performed by licensed gas technicians.
Repair Difficulty
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