Bryant ASPAX1BBA015 owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Cause Correction

Page 24

Section 5 — Troubleshooting

15 kW Generator

5.1TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

Cause

Correction

The engine will not crank.

1.

Fuse blown

1.

Replace 15A fuse on generator con-

 

 

 

 

trol panel.

 

2.

Loose, corroded or defective

2.

Tighten, clean or replace

 

 

battery cables

 

as necessary.

 

3.

Defective starter contactor (7 kW)

3.

*

 

4.

Defective starter motor

4.

*

 

5.

Dead Battery

5.

Charge or replace battery.

 

 

 

 

 

The engine cranks but

1.

Out of fuel

1.

Replenish fuel.

will not start.

2.

Defective fuel solenoid (FS)

2.

*

 

3.

Open #14 wire from

3.

*

 

 

engine control board

 

 

 

4.

Defective spark plug(s)

4.

Clean, re-gap or replace plug(s).

 

5.

Valve lash out of adjustment.

5.

Reset valve lash.

 

 

 

 

 

The engine starts hard

1.

Air cleaner

1.

Check, replace air cleaner.

and runs rough.

 

plugged or damaged

 

 

 

2.

Defective spark plug(s)

2.

Clean, re-gap or replace plug(s).

 

3.

Fuel regulator not set.

3.

Set fuel regulator.

 

4.

Fuel pressure incorrect.

4.

Confirm fuel pressure is at (0.4-0.5

 

 

 

 

psi) for LP, and 5-7” water column

 

 

 

 

(0.18-0.25 psi) for natural gas.

 

 

 

 

The AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch

1. Defective switch

1.

*

is set to OFF, but the engine

2.

AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch

2.

*

continues to run.

 

wired incorrectly

 

 

 

3.

Defective control board

3.

*

 

 

 

 

 

There is no AC output from

1.

Main line circuit breaker open

1.

Reset circuit breaker

the generator.

 

 

 

to ON (or closed).

 

2.

Generator internal failure

2.

*

 

 

 

 

 

There is no transfer to

1.

Defective transfer switch coil

1.

*

standby after utility

2.

Defective transfer relay

2.

*

source failure.

3.

Transfer relay circuit open

3.

*

 

4.

Defective control logic board

4.

*

 

 

 

 

 

Unit consumes large

1.

Break-in procedure

1.

*

amounts of oil.

 

not followed

 

 

*Contact the nearest dealer for assistance.

22

Image 24
Contents Installation ‹ Contents ‹ Operation and Maintenance‹ HOW to Obtain Service IntroductionPost Installation Start-up Adjustments MaintenanceTroubleshooting Introduction Inside Front Cover Warning   Explosion Hazards  ‹ Standards IndexUNPACKING/INSPECTION LocationProtection Systems System SET LEDGenerator GfciSpecifications Fuel Requirements RecommendationsFuel Consumption ‹ 1.6.1 GeneratorFuel System ‹ 1.9.1 15KW, 990CC Engines‹ 1.10.1 Generator Battery Installation Battery‹ 1.10.2 Transfer Switch 10.2.1 15 kW UnitsCheck Transfer Switch Operation Before Initial START-UPElectrical Checks Generator Tests Under Load Checking Automatic OperationAdjusting the Regulator Natural GAS only Dual Fuel RegulatorsVoltage Regulator Adjustment BREAK-IN Procedure‹ 2.7.1 15 KW Units ‹ 3.3.1 12 VDC Accessory Outlet Automatic Transfer Operation‹ 3.2.1 Auto Position ‹ 3.2.2 OFF Position‹ 3.5.1 Transfer to Generator Power Source Sequence of Automatic OperationManual Transfer Operation ‹ 3.3.2 120 VAC Gfci OutletSetting the Exercise Timer ‹ 3.5.2 Transfer Back to Utility Power Source‹ 3.7.1 LOW OIL Pressure Switch ‹ 3.7.2 High Temperature SwitchChecking the Engine OIL Level FusesChanging the Engine OIL ‹ 4.3.2 OIL Change Procedure Changing the OIL FilterSpark Plugs ‹ 4.5.1 15 KW GeneratorsBattery Maintenance Adjusting Valve ClearanceCooling System Corrosion ProtectionOUT of Service Procedure ‹ 4.12.1 Removal from Service‹ 4.12.2 Return to Service Service Schedule Be performed by the nearest dealerTroubleshooting Guide Problem Cause CorrectionMounting Dimensions Electrical Data Customer Connection KW Generator Electrical Schematic Drawing No E9017 SW1 Exploded Views and Parts Lists Part NO. QTY. Description KW Generator Control Panel Drawing No E9162-J Part NO. QTY Description 16B Item Part NO. QTY. Description 138 122 KNOB, AIR Cleaner Views and Parts Lists QTY Description KW Generator Gas Regulator Drawing No D8720-G CASTING, Twin Regulator Housing California and Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty Warranty Schedule