Generac ASPAS1CCL015 owner manual Troubleshooting Points, Problem Cause Correction

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Section 5 — Troubleshooting

Carrier Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators

5.1TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine won’t crank.

1.

15 amp fuse blown.

1.

Replace fuse.

 

2.

7.5 amp fuse blown.

2.

Replace fuse.

 

3.

Loose or corroded or defective

3.

Tighten, clean or replace

 

 

battery cables.

 

battery cables as necessary.

 

4.

Defective starter contactor.

4.

Replace contactor.

 

5.

Defective starter motor.

5.

Replace starter motor.

 

6.

Dead or Defective Battery.

6.

Remove, change or replace battery.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine cranks but won't start

1.

Out of fuel.

1.

Replenish fuel.

 

2.

Fuel solenoid (FS) is defective

2.

Replace solenoid.

 

3.

Open Wire #14 from Engine Control

3.

Reconnect wire.

 

 

circuit board.

 

 

 

4.

Spark plugs defective.

4.

Clean, regap or replace plugs.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine starts hard, runs rough.

1.

Flame arrestor (air cleaner) plugged or

1.

Clean or replace as needed.

 

 

damaged.

 

 

 

2.

Plugged fuel line.

2.

Unclog fuel line.

 

3.

Defective spark plugs.

3.

Clean, regap or replace plugs.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine starts then shuts down.

1.

Engine oil level is low.

1.

Check oil and add oil as needed.

 

2.

Engine is overheated.

2.

Check cooling system for leaks.

 

3.

Defective Low Oil Pressure Switch

3.

Replace switch.

 

4.

Defective Coolant Temperature Switch

4.

Replace switch.

 

5.

Defective Control Module circuit board.

5.

Replace board.

 

6.

Coolant Level is Low.

6.

Repair leak - Add coolant.

 

7.

Defective Low Coolant Level Switch

7.

Replace Switch.

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Switch at OFF,

1.

Defective AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch

1.

Replace switch.

engine continues to run

2.

Open/disconnected wire #15A between

2.

Reconnect/close wire.

 

 

AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch and Control

 

 

 

 

Module circuit board.

 

 

 

3.

Defective Control Module circuit board

3.

Replace board.

 

 

 

 

 

No AC output from generator.

1.

Check main line circuit breaker.

1.

Reset to ON or CLOSED.

 

2.

Check circuit breaker & fuses.

2.

Reset and replace, if necessary.

 

3.

Transfer switch set to NORMAL position

3.

Set to GENERATOR position.

 

4.

Generator internal failure.

4.

Contact a dealer facility.

 

5.

Thermal circuit breaker open.

5.

Auto-reset - Wait five min. and

 

 

 

 

attempt restart.

NOTE:

Under normal operating conditions, if repair of generator set or replacement of any parts is necessary dur- ing the warranty period, you must contact a dealer. Failure to have the repair or replacement performed by a Carrier dealer will result in non-coverage of warranty repair cost.

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Contents Liquid-cooled, Prepackaged Standby Generators Your Carrier Dealer is ‹ Operation and Maintenance‹ HOW to Obtain Service IntroductionIntroduction IFC Safety Rules General Hazards ‹ Standards Index Fire HazardsGenerator AC Connection Systems Transfer SwitchGenerator Automatic System OperationGenerator Fuel System ‹ 1.7.1 LOW OIL Pressure Switch‹ 1.7.2 High Coolant Temperature Switch ‹ 1.7.3 LOW Coolant Level SwitchLifting the Generator SpecificationsUnpacking Fuel Consumption Reconfiguring the Fuel SystemTorque Specifications ‹ 1.10.2 Engine Specifications‹ 2.1.1 Nfpa Standards Before InstallationEngine OIL Recommendations Coolant Recommendations‹ 2.1.2 Other Published Standards Generator Mounting SupportBasic Standby Electric System Generator LocationGenerator AC Neutral Connections Transfer Switch Signal ConnectionsEmergency Circuit Isolation Method Total Circuit Isolation Method‹ 2.11.1 Prior to Initial START-UP Battery InstallationPreparation Before START-UP ‹ 2.10.1 Vented BatteriesControl Console Components Weekly Exercise Cycle ‹ 3.1.2 Fault Indicator Lamp‹ 3.1.5 SET Exercise Time Switch Manual Transfer START-UP Automatic OperationChecking Fluid Levels Overload Protection for Engine DC Electrical SystemCooling System ‹ 4.5.1 Check Engine OIL Level ‹ 4.4.2 Battery Fluid ‹ 4.5.7 Inspect Exhaust System‹ 4.5.2 Check Battery ‹ 4.4.3 Engine Coolant‹ 4.5.12 Spark Plugs Miscellaneous Maintenance‹ 4.5.11 Changing the Engine AIR Cleaner ‹ 4.6.1 Cleaning the Generator‹ 4.6.4 Battery Replacement ‹ 4.6.2 Battery‹ 4.6.3 Battery Maintenance Service Maintenance Interval Information Scheduled MaintenanceLevel Maintenance Level Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsCarrier Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Installation Diagram Electrical Data Customer Connection DC-VR To Control Panel Terminal Strip ASM Motor Stepper Housing Governor ConnectorConnector Interface Assembly Cover Connector HousingWasher Flat 5/16 Zinc Base Mounting 1.5L Stnrd & AcstcWasher Shakeproof EXT 5/16 STL Dampener VibrationPanel for Access Roof ACSTC&STND Cmprtmnt 1.5L Assembly BASE-DOOR Ground WireGRD Wire Assy 99HSB Assembly Cover AccessATO Screw Hhtt M5-0.8 X 12 BP Switch ROC Dpdt ON-OFF-ONWire Assembly Panel Back & BottomWaterpump Hardware ENGINE-1.5L Switch OIL PressureARM Adjust Alternator Ground Wire Starter14 21 Guard FAN 1.5L Modine Tank Coolant RecoveryRadiator 1.5L Venturi 1.5L ModineVapor Flange Fuel Inlet Cover AIR CleanerGasket AIR Cleaner Adapter Weldment Mounting BaseOTH Blowgousin re Assy Rotor 20KW Housing BlowerAssy Rotor 10KW Assy Rotor 15KWBattery Post Cover RED+ ASSY,WIRE#16 REDBOOT, Battery Cable BRACKET, Battery Hold DownPIPE,EXHAUST 1.5L STNDRD&ACSTC Manifold Exhaust 1.5LNipple TOE 1.5NPTX5.5 BLK Iron Saddle 2 InchPURCHASER’S/OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsMANUFACTURER’S Emission Control System Warranty Coverage Emission Related Parts Include the Following Emission Control System WarrantyWarranty Schedule

ASPAS1CCL015 specifications

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