How do you test a capacitor?

Just bought a generator and it failed within two hours of usage. Mfg. say
maybe capacitor and will ship a new one. But am not sure. I have a voltmeter
with capacitor readings. Know how to test for resistance and voltage but
never tried to test a capacitor. I know the circuit should be open, and this
one is open, but don't know if it is being charged nor how to do that
procedure.

Help!

Wayne


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