How to Diagnose a Bad Power Cord or Switch
This article outlines the basics of power tool and appliance electrical diagnosis. You can use a multimeter to test tool and appliance cords and switches, the two parts usually responsible for electri...
How to Winterize Power Tools and Machines
This article explains how to properly winterize power tools and machines for winter storage, increasing the life and performance of seasonal tools.
Generator Maintenance and Use
This article offers information about generators, their proper use, maintenance, safety, and parts replacement.
Start by checking to make sure that the circuit breaker is not tripped. If all is good there and you have a multimeter you could check to see if you have power on the generator side of the circuit breaker. If so you will just need to replace the breaker. If there is no power at the breaker then the problem will be within the generator itself. You will need to take it to a repair shop to have it worked on. Remember that you are dealing with 120v power. You don't want to mess with the generator if you don't know exactly what you are doing as there is a great chance of electrical shock. A good repair shop will also have several special pieces of test equipment to help diagnose the problem and make the repair.