Generac Power Systems 05176-0 owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Cause Correction

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Section 6 — Troubleshooting

Air-cooled 15 kW Generators

6.1TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

Cause

Correction

The engine will not crank.

1. Fuse blown

1. Replace 15A fuse on generator

 

 

control panel.

2.Loose, corroded or defective battery cables

3.Defective starter motor

4.Dead Battery

2.Tighten, clean or replace as necessary.

3.*

4.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)

5.Valve lash out of adjustment.

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

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 11-14”

 

 

 

 

water column (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.

*

 

 

 

 

 

*Contact the nearest Authorized Dealer for assistance.

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Contents Installation Authorized Dealer Location IntroductionSection Troubleshooting  Warning  ‹ Standards Index  Electrical Hazards System SET LED UNPACKING/INSPECTIONProtection Systems Generator Automatic Transfer SwitchReconfiguring Fuel System SpecificationsFuel Requirements Recommendations Fuel Consumption‹ 2.1.1 Remote Monitoring Connections Installation‹ 2.1.2 Roof Open Alarm ‹ 2.1.3 Transfer Switch ConnectionBattery Installation Electrical Checks Check Transfer Switch Operation BatteryBefore Initial START-UP Generator Tests Under Load Checking Automatic Operation Adjusting the Regulator Natural GAS onlyEngine Governor Adjustment Voltage Regulator AdjustmentAutomatic Transfer Operation Sequence of Automatic Operation‹ 4.1.1 Auto Position ‹ 4.1.3 Manual Position‹ 4.4.1 Close to Normal Source Side Manual Operation‹ 4.4.3 Return to Normal Source Side Voltage Checks‹ 4.4.2 Close to Emergency Source Side ‹ 4.8.1 LOW OIL Pressure Switch Setting the Exercise Timer‹ 4.8.2 High Temperature Switch ‹ 4.8.3 OvercrankChecking the Engine OIL Level Changing the Engine OIL‹ 4.8.4 Overspeed ‹ 5.3.1 Engine OIL RecommendationsSpark Plugs Changing the Engine AIR CleanerChanging the OIL Filter Adjusting Valve Clearance Battery Maintenance‹ 5.12.1 Removal from Service OUT of Service ProcedureCooling System Corrosion Protection‹ 5.12.2 Return to Service ‹ 7 KW 40 KW Small Standby Generator Sets Service Maintenance Interval InformationMaintenance Level Level5 Tasks Maintenance Level Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting GuideMounting Dimensions Electrical Data Control Panel BOX Transfer Switch 1VA GTS Exploded Views and Parts Lists Part NO. QTY. Description Air-cooled 15 kW Generators Control Panel Drawing No F5846 Description Exploded Views and Parts Lists Item Part NO. QTY. Description Exploded Views and Parts Lists Part NO. QTY Description Exploded QTY Description 7KW CASTING, Twin Regulator Housing Exploded Views and Parts Lists LUG Sldlss 250-#6 AL/CU PURCHASER’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 WarrantyGenerac Power Systems Standard Limited Warranty for

05176-0 specifications

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