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Generac G9.0L G26 — Check Fuel System

Testing & diagnosis

For the Generac G9.0L G26, from the Generac service manual.

Applies to: Generac 130 kW PME, Generac 150 kW PME, Generac 9.0L Gaseous Engine (G26) engine

Before you start

  • Explosion and fire. Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. No leakage of fuel is permitted. Keep fire and spark away.

Procedure

  1. Turn off fuel to primary regulator.
  2. Connect a manometer to test port B.
  3. Turn fuel supply on and record Static Pressure (not running).
  4. Set AUTO-OFF-MANUAL switch to MANUAL and record Running Pressure.

Tools required

  • Water manometer or gauge calibrated in inches of water column
  • Fuel pressure tester kit Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Inlet fuel pressure at fuel regulator: 5–14 in. water column
  • Pressure difference not-running to running should not exceed 1 in. of water column

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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