TROUBLESHOOTING
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Low generator output | Excitation capacitor failure | • Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance. | |
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voltage | Generator diode or varistor | • Contact a qualified generator dealer for service assistance. | |
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Overspeed light stays lit | Shutdown due to high engine | • Verify correct engine speed setting. | |
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Underspeed light stays | Shutdown due to low engine | • Reduce loads connected to generator. | |
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Overcrank light stays lit | Failure to start | • See "Engine cranks without starting". | |
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Not In Auto light stays lit | Generator not set for | • Place mode switch into AUTO position if automatic | |
unattended operation | function is required. | ||
Low oil pressure light | Shutdown due to low engine | • Check engine oil level. | |
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stays lit | oil pressure | • Verify correct type of engine oil for ambient temperature | |
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| • Test battery. Replace as necessary. | |
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| • Ensure charger is plugged into receptacle. | |
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Low battery light stays lit | Low battery | • Check for tripped main circuit breaker. Reset if required. | |
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• Check all charger cable connections for cleanness and | |||
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| • Check battery charger inline fuse. | |
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| • Check charger lights to verify correct operation. See Table | |
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| • Allow engine to cool, then restart. | |
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High engine temperature | Shutdown due to high engine | • Decrease loads on generator. | |
light stays lit | temperature | • Check enclosure openings for blockage. | |
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| • Check radiator coolant level. | |
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