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Generac — Fuel Pump Operational Test

Testing & diagnosis · Electric fuel pump

From a Generac service manual covering: IM100G, IM80G, NP100G, NP80G. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Disconnect fuel line from the pump outlet side and connect pump inlet side to a fuel supply.
  2. Connect +12 volts DC to the pump WHITE wire and -12 volts DC to the pump BLOCK wire.
  3. The pump should operate and pump fuel. Replace pump if defective.

Tools required

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Source: Generac service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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