I have a Troy Built 5500W generator with a 4500 series B&S engine. It's several years old, but since it's only used when power is out for extended periods, it has less than 100 hours of run time. (once power was out for 2-3 days due to ice storm) I got it out last summer during a power failure...

Any idea on what would cause a loud bang as water is being drawn in from the well pump? The pressure tank and switch system sit in our garage we suddenly heard a loud bang as it kicked on one day . Ordinarily the pressure switch will kick on and you can immediately hear the water coming into the...

I have a Yard Machines (by MTD), not used for a while but now it can't start. I replace the spark plug, air filter and still not solve the problem. 5.5 HP, 21 inch cut MTD model: 11A-416Q729. It worked fine before and just long time not using. What's wrong with it? Anybody knows? Please help.

I have a Riello oil burner and last winter it intermittently did not automatically start. When I hit the reset button it kicks in fine. It DOES work fine about 85% of the time, but it certainly is annoying when you need hot water and you have to wait 15 minutes for it to heat up. What could be...

Hey all: I have a single-phase electric motor that powers my air compressor. The motor trips the breaker after a few seconds as it does not start. I have replaced the start capacitor to no avail. I can use a non-conductor and manually close the circuit on the centrifugal start switch and the...

Hey all: I am new to the forum so first let me thank you for looking at this thread and sharing your knowledge. Photo 1: The cracked 6" fan blade with 5/8" shaft diameter Photo 2: Photo of Air Compressor Motor Specs Photo 3: Gray Motor Start Capacitor, 300uf, 125V AC Photo 3: Black Motor Run...