Tahoe 7000 generator won’t start

I will show you how I diagnosed my Tahoe 7000 generator that had power but would not start.

[@mike1e455]

Excellent Video. I have the same Chinese diesel generator with the same problem. I have only 140 hours on it. I will have to check that relay, and hopefully that is the problem because that is an easy fix.

[@wolfeman1966]

Mike 1E4 hope it works out for you 👍🏽

[@mike1e455]

@@wolfeman1966Update.... I tested my relay and it was working properly. My problem ended up being the starter solenoid. Replaced it and everything works now. Thanks for getting me on the right path.

[@wolfeman1966]

Mike 1E4 perfect...👍🏽👍🏽

[@azcarfixer]

Hey Mike, I have the same generator. Tahoe is now out of business, but do you know where I can find a new plastic cover for the "Diesel Generator Controller"? Mine is so sun-damaged, that it is un-readable and the buttons are all cracked. I'm talking about the white display cover.

[@mike1e455]

@@azcarfixer Sorry I don’t know where to get that part. I get all of my parts off of eBay but haven’t ever seen a new control panel for sale. I recently threw a rod in mine, and had to replace a rod adjustment screw, and adjust both the valves. It’s been running great so far. I think I only have about 290 hours on it now.

[@rudyandrade4755]

What type of engine oil and oil filter do you use ? And what air filter? Thanks for the video

[@wolfeman1966]

Rudy Andrade The oil is SAE 15W 40 The air filter is reusable, clean out with some diesel 👍🏽

[@rudyandrade4755]

@@wolfeman1966 thank you

[@wolfeman1966]

Rudy Andrade Your welcome 👍🏽

[@mike1e455]

Rotella 15-40 Synthetic oil, check Ebay and search for "186F Diesel" for the oil and air cleaner.

[@davidc6666]

Didn't hear the starter solenoid kick over. I would have started there.

[@mikevincent6216]

Great video! I am needing a battery for mine bought it from a friend that was moving and it doesn't have enough ump to start it, what battery did you use? I also would like to do a tune up and change the oil, I haven't found anyplace that sells parts for it. My model is TP 7000LXH looks the same as yours.

[@wolfeman1966]

The battery it came with die out years now ago so I used a John Deere battery. It just needs to have a higher amperage for the initial kick👍🏽

[@azcarfixer]

Hey Wolfman, I have the same generator. Tahoe is now out of business, but do you know where I can find a new plastic cover for the "Diesel Generator Controller"? Mine is so sun-damaged, that it is un-readable and the buttons are all cracked. I'm talking about the white display cover.

[@wolfeman1966]

Check on Amazon, normally have all sorts of goodies.!!

[@mmarczuk1976]

glad found this thread seems like a total dumpster fire on wheels. 😂😂😂

[@wolfeman1966]

Could be right, but when you have nothing else and require a power source, then needs must 👍🏽

[@jackbowling7514]

Where do I get the relay? Jack

[@wolfeman1966]

I got mine on line. Try Amazon first👍🏽

[@whiteduck3140]

How loud are these generators?

[@wolfeman1966]

Not too loud but as most engine are Gas , Diesel or Propane there will always be that working sound. Like a lawn mower. Hope that helps

[@edgarrivadeneyra1875]

Wolfeman1996 Can you make a video of how to change the engine oil?

[@wolfeman1966]

Yes I will 👍🏽

[@edgarrivadeneyra1875]

@@wolfeman1966 thanks

[@fluffydee]

I have this exact generator. It runs but no electric, has a brand new battery, air filter and oil are fine. Most places I have contacted in my area do not work on them. I could prob fix it but do not know where to start for problems, it has very very few hours on it.

[@wolfeman1966]

What do you mean no electric..? No electrics through your outlets ( sockets)?

[@fluffydee]

@@wolfeman1966 yes, lights up, runs, but no electric coming through the outlets.

[@wolfeman1966]

@@fluffydee have you turned on your fuse breaker several times? Have you checked to see if you need a new breaker? Sorry simple questions to start as this maybe the problem. Let me know 🤔

[@JesusMachado-i2w]

@@fluffydee did you ever figure out what was wrong with it? I have the same model and have the same problem

[@michealarfmann8286]

I am looking to find out where the wire (blue wire) from the injector reconnects to the system. Can someone please help me out?

[@dewaynemorgan5040]

How do I adjust the speed to bring up to 60Hz or can I do this through the control panel? Mine shuts down under load due to lower than 56Hz

[@mike1e455]

Most likely your throttle plate is rattling loose like everything else on this fine machine. Check the bolts to see if they have come loose. If necessary, tap it back into place then tighten it back up. I found that mine had gotten loose and was off by about 1mm, which was enough to mess with my voltage and Hz. I did not mess with the idle screw under it.

[@toebro04]

My light panel won't shut off when I turn the key off any ideas?

[@toebro04]

And my key doesn't shut the engine down either

[@wolfeman1966]

You have a part / cable that has either melted together or broke down due to heat. Open it up and check around the key switch area. Follow the cables and tap parts to see if it will release.👍🏽

[@toebro04]

@@wolfeman1966 i dont have the remote for it. I unplugged the remote receiver and now everything works good

[@wolfeman1966]

@@toebro04 perfect 👍🏽 Now add fault finder to your résumé 👍🏽👍🏽

[@BRENT3143945]

Spark plugs? You sure about that?

[@wolfeman1966]

when the hood drops Spark plug ....and I don’t know if you watched it to the end ... but It wasn’t. ( spoiler alert 🚨 )😂

[@harleygrimes7097]

my generator wont fire. it turns over fine but never starts also the light on the board that says fuel valve goes off when i turn my key on. any idea?

[@wolfeman1966]

Silly question but, have you changed out your battery recently? The simplest things can create problems. I know it’s happened to me several times.🤔

[@gerardorockerman69]

Do you recomend that generator? Or I better get a gas one?

[@wolfeman1966]

Yes most definitely. It has been good. Ok this was my first problem up to date and have owned it for over 6/7 years. I do own a gas one too. But if I had to choose. The Tahoe would be my pick.👍🏽👍🏽

[@jackbowling7514]

I have the same problem with my Tahoe 7000 diesel generator

[@mississippispider]

Mine starts and runs great, until I flip the breaker on. Then it runs for just a couple minutes and shuts down. HELP....LOL

[@wolfeman1966]

Do you have something plugged into the unit..? 🤔

[@dylan7129]

Did you ever figure it out? Mine does the same thing even with something plugged in and on. When I turn the breaker on the hair dryer runs but amps max out and then generator shuts down after a few seconds? Any ideas?

[@kravzov]

Hey guys! I have the same problem, it starts and runs well.. until I flip on the breaker and the motor shuts down like its protecting itself. Did you solve it, how??? Pls tell me

[@mikerose3839]

Same problem here, noone seems to be able to diagnose