Hello,
I have a Coleman Powermate 3500 (Model PM0433500) that will not make AC power. I only let it sit for about 2 months, and it was working when I shut it off last.
I have tried plugging a drill into it, and spinning it backwards. This works to get the drill going under AC power, but only while the drill is running. When I stop the drill, it will not start again unless I spin it backward again.
I have also tried flashing the field, by using a 12V car battery, unplugging spark plug, hooking + of car battery to small terminal of generator outlet, and - of car battery to large terminal of generator outlet. I pull starter rope 4-5 times, and then disconnect battery and start generator. No AC!
Can anyone help me get this generator flashed? Thanks!
Bad capacitor. They cost 13 bucks. Call 800-445-1805 to buy one.
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Hello, thanks for the info. It ended up being the capacitor (22 microfarad). The old one was swelled and only reading 4 microfarads.
Thanks!
Daniel
You more than likely have a failed voltage regulator. If you still need help, let me know...
thank you daniel...we were ready to take our generator (same model) to the repairman when I happened across your post (same problem)...bought a $10.00 capacitor on ebay, just installed it and...It's fixed! Happily producing power!
P.S.We had also tried the flashing fix, to no avail.
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