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Models:
5EKD/4EFKD--Low CO
7.5EKD/6EFKD--Low CO
10EKD/8EFKD--Low CO
Controller:
Advanced Digital Control II
TP-6591 3/13c
California Proposition 65
WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
4 TP-6591 3/13
Safety Precautions and Instructions
This manual provides operation instructions for The equipment service requirements are very important
5/7.5/10EKD and 4/6/8EFKD model generator sets. to safe and efficient operation. Inspect the parts often
and perform required service at the prescribed intervals.
Refer to the engine operation manual for generator set
Obtain service from an authorized service
engine scheduled maintenance information.
distributor/dealer to keep equipment in top condition.
Information in this publication represents data available
at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to
change this publication and the products represented Before installing a marine generator set, obtain the
without notice and without any obligation or liability most current installation manual from your local
whatsoever. distributor/dealer. Only qualified persons should
install the generator set.
Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures
and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment
operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the
Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the
beginning of this manual. Keep this manual with the
equipment for future reference.
Service Assistance
D Visit
the Kohler Power Systems website at East China Regional Office, Shanghai
KOHLERPower.com. Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500
Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550
D Look at the labels and stickers on your Kohler product India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
or review the appropriate literature or documents India Regional Office
included with the product. Bangalore, India
Phone: (91) 80 3366208
D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.
(91) 80 3366231
D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest regional Fax: (91) 80 3315972
office. Japan, Korea
North Asia Regional Office
Headquarters Europe, Middle East, Africa Tokyo, Japan
(EMEA) Phone: (813) 3440-4515
Kohler Power Systems Fax: (813) 3440-2727
3 rue de Brennus
93200 Saint Denis Latin America
France Latin America Regional Office
Phone: (33) 1 49 178300 Lakeland, Florida, USA
Fax: (33) 1 49 178301 Phone: (863) 619-7568
Fax: (863) 701-7131
Asia Pacific
Power Systems Asia Pacific Regional Office
Singapore, Republic of Singapore
Phone: (65) 6264-6422
Fax: (65) 6264-6455
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2.1 Prestart Checklist For your safety: Never operate the generator set
without a functioning carbon
To ensure continued satisfactory operation perform the monoxide detector(s) for your
following checks or inspections before or at each safety and the safety of others on
startup, as designated, and at the intervals specified in your vessel.
the service schedule. In addition, some checks require
verification after the unit starts. Fuel Level. Check the fuel level and keep the tank(s)
full to ensure adequate fuel supply.
Air Inlets. Check for clean and unobstructed air inlets.
Oil Level. Maintain the oil level at or near, not over, the
Air Shrouding. Check for securely installed and full mark on the dipstick.
positioned air shrouding.
Operating Area. Check for obstructions that could
Backfire Flame Arrester. Check for a clean and block the flow of cooling air. Keep the air intake area
installed backfire flame arrester to prevent unfiltered air clean. Do not leave rags, tools, or debris on or near the
from entering the engine. generator set.
Battery. Check for tight battery connections. Consult Seawater Pump Priming. Prime the seawater pump
the battery manufacturer’s instructions regarding before initial startup. To prime the pump: (1) close the
battery care and maintenance. seacock, (2) remove the hose from the water-filter
outlet, (3) fill the hose and seawater pump with clean
Coolant Level. Check the coolant level according to the water, (4) reconnect the hose to the water filter outlet,
cooling system maintenance information. and (5) open the seacock. Confirm seawater pump
operation on startup as indicated by water discharge
Exhaust System. Check for exhaust leaks and from the exhaust outlet.
blockages. Check the silencer and piping condition and
check for tight exhaust system connections.
2.2 Marine Inspection
Inspect the exhaust system components (exhaust
manifold, catalyst, exhaust hose, hose clamps, silencer, Kohler Co. recommends that all boat owners have their
and outlet flapper) for cracks, leaks, and corrosion. vessels inspected at the start of each boating season by
the US Coast Guard, the local Coast Guard Auxiliary, or
D Check the hoses for softness, cracks, leaks, or dents. local state agency.
Replace the hoses as needed.
Kohler Co. also recommends having the generator’s
D Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace exhaust system inspected at the start of each boating
them as needed. season by an authorized Kohlerr distributor/dealer.
Repair any problems identified before operating the
D Check for loose, corroded, or missing clamps.
generator set.
Tighten or replace the hose clamps and/or hangers as
needed.
WARNING
D Check that the exhaust outlet is unobstructed.
2 Voltage and D Red indicates one or more faults (i.e. the generator
Frequency
cannot operate)
3 Line 1 to neutral voltage and
Line 2 to neutral voltage D Amber indicates no faults but one or more warnings
4 Engine temperature (°F) (i.e. the generator can operate)
Oil pressure (psi)
5 Battery voltage D Slow blink indicates that the generator is not running
RPM
D Steady indicates that the generator is running
6 Next maintenance interval
7 Software version D Off indicates that the unit is off
8 ECM version
Figure 2-5 shows the possible LED displays:
9 Contrast (lighting)
10 Event log
LED Power
11 Fuel prime Status Indicator Button Engine Condition
Figure 2-4 Menu Items Off Off Stopped Any
Slow blink green On Stopped No fault,
Engine Start/Stop Button. The Engine Start/Stop No warning
button toggles the running state of the engine. When the Steady green On Running No fault,
controller is off, it has no effect. When the controller is in No warning
a low-power mode, the Engine Start/Stop button starts
Slow blink red On Stopped Fault
the engine.
Steady amber On Running Warning
Power Button. The Power button toggles the controller Slow blink amber On Stopped Warning
between on and off. When the controller if off, it does not
Figure 2-5 Possible LED Status Indicator Displays
respond to any input except the Power button.
Warnings
Sensing Active Inhibit Delay Default
Code Description Mechanism State Time Time Setting Check
High battery High battery Analog input Above setting 0 sec 10 sec 16 volts Check the battery rating and
voltage warning. for 12 volt condition.
Fault condition system
clears when the
battery voltage
returns to a
voltage within the
limits.
Low battery Low battery Analog input Below setting 0 sec 10 sec 12.6 volts Check the battery rating and
voltage warning. for 12 volt condition.
Fault condition system
Charge or replace the battery.
clears when the
battery voltage
returns to a
voltage within the
limits.
Weak Low cranking Analog input Below setting 0 sec 2 sec 9 VDC Check the battery rating and
battery battery during condition.
cranking
Charge or replace the battery.
Hi CO: High CO from ECM data Control limit 0 sec 5 sec N/A Ensure windows are open for proper
engine ECM. Fault code ventilation.
is displayed if the
Operate the blower to expel
presence of CO is
dangerous fumes.
detected because
of the Move the vessel away from other
time-weighted vessels (as another vessel may be the
average presence source for the presence of the CO).
of CO. Activates
Check the generator exhaust system
the CO cabin
(see Section 3.6).
alarms.
Contact an authorized
distributor/dealer for service.
TPS range lo Throttle Position Sensor Range Low ECT input lo Coolant Sensor Input Low
TPS input lo Throttle Position Sensor Input Low O2 sens open O2 Open Circuit
ETC sticking Electronic Throttle Control Sticking O2 limit err O2 Limit Error
ETC driver Electronic Throttle Control Driver Fault Starter Starter Fault
MAP input hi Map Sensor Input High Overload Power Limit Warning
MAP input lo Map Sensor Input Low Figure 2-8 Fault Shutdowns/Warnings
Trans hi XDRP Sensor Input High
Trans lo XDRP Sensor Input Low
IAT input hi Intake Air Temp. Input Sensor High
IAT input lo Intake Air Temp. Input Sensor Low
ECT input hi Coolant Sensor Input High
O2 input hi Oxygen Sensor Input High
O2 input lo Oxygen Sensor Input Low
O2 adapt O2 Adapt Limit Fault
CAN loss CAN Receive Message Fault
Overload Power Limit Shutdown
6. Push the Advanced Digital Control knob. The junction box contains five fuses. See Figure 1-1 for
the fuse locations. Always identify and correct the cause
7. Rotate the control knob to CONFIRM CLR FAULT: of a blown fuse before restarting the generator set.
YES Refer to section 4 for conditions that may indicate a
blown fuse. Obtain service from an authorized
8. Push the control knob. distributor/dealer.
9. Start the generator set by pressing the generator
set start/stop button to START. Test operate the Schematic
Diagram
generator set to verify that the cause of the
Fuse
shutdown has been corrected. Reference
Number Location Fuse Amps
10. Shut the generator off by pressing the generator
F1 Fuse block position 1 Customer 10
set start/stop to the STOP position. connection
F2 Fuse block position 4 Voltage regulator 25
F3 Fuse block position 5 Injector, 20
CO sensor,
fuel pumps,
oxygen sensor,
and coils
F4 Fuse block position 8 Controller 10
F5 Fuse holder Auxiliary winding 10
3.1 General Maintenance Servicing the generator set when it is operating. Exposed
moving parts can cause severe injury or death. Keep
hands, feet, hair, clothing, and test leads away from the belts
WARNING and pulleys when the generator set is running. Replace
guards, screens, and covers before operating the generator
set.
Saltwater damage. Saltwater quickly deteriorates metals.
Wipe up saltwater on and around the generator set and
remove salt deposits from metal surfaces.
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death. The engine and generator set may use both American
Standard and metric hardware. Use the correct size
Disconnect the battery cables before tools to prevent rounding of the bolt heads and nuts.
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first Annual Inspection. Kohler Co. recommends that all
when disconnecting the battery. boat owners have their vessels inspected at the start of
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
each boating season by the US Coast Guard, the local
Coast Guard Auxiliary, or local state agency.
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can Kohler Co. also recommends having the generator’s
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the exhaust system inspected at the start of each boating
generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the season by an authorized Kohlerr distributor/dealer.
generator set as follows: (1) Place the generator set
Repair any problems identified before operating the
start/stop switch in the STOP position. (2) Disconnect the
power to the battery charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the generator set.
battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the negative
(--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Follow these See the Safety Precautions and Instructions at the
precautions to prevent the starting of the generator set by the beginning of this manual before attempting to service,
remote start/stop switch. repair, or operate the generator set. Have an authorized
distributor/dealer perform generator set service.
WARNING
Generator Set Service. Perform generator set service
at the intervals specified by the generator set operation
manual.
Operate the generator set only when Service Schedule. Perform maintenance on each item
all guards and electrical enclosures in the service schedule at the designated intervals for
are in place. the life of the generator set. For example, an item
requiring service every 100 hours or 3 months also
requires service after 200 hours or 6 months, 300 hours
or 9 months, and so on.
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1. Full mark TP-5586-3
2. Add mark
Note: Do not operate the set if the oil level is below the
Add mark on the dipstick or above the Full mark
° F-20 0 20 32 40 50 60 80 100 on the dipstick.
° C-30 --20 --10 0 10 20 30 40
5. Allow ample time for all oil to drain. 4. Start the generator set and check for oil leaks.
6. Close the oil-drain valve. 5. Stop the generator set. Check oil level. Add oil, as
necessary, to bring level up to Full mark.
7. Remove the oil-fill cap.
8. Replace the engine oil filter according to the 3.4 Fuel System
service schedule and the procedure in
Section 3.3.5.
3.4.1 Fuel Specifications
9. Fill crankcase with oil. Section 1 shows the oil fill
Use a clean, good-quality unleaded fuel with an octane
location. See Figure 3-1 for oil selection and
number of 87. Use fresh gasoline to ensure it is blended
Figure 3-3 for oil capacity. Replace the oil-fill cap.
for the season and to reduce the possibility of the
10. Reconnect the generator set engine starting formation of gum deposits that could clog the fuel
battery, negative (--) lead last. system. Do not use gasoline left over from the previous
season.
11. Start the generator set and check for oil leaks.
Kohler Co. recommends unleaded fuel because it
12. Stop the generator set. Check the oil level. Add oil, leaves fewer combustion chamber deposits. Never mix
as necessary, to bring the level up to the Full mark. oil with fuel.
Note: Too high an oil level causes high oil Note: Consult the engine owner’s manual for
consumption and engine carbonizing. Too oxygenated fuel recommendations.
low a level damages the engine.
Fire.
Can cause severe injury or death. 3
1. LCD display
Servicing the fuel system. A flash fire can cause severe 2. Control knob
injury or death. Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks near 3. Power button
the carburetor, fuel line, fuel filter, fuel pump, or other potential
sources of spilled fuels or fuel vapors. Catch fuels in an Figure 3-4 Advanced Digital Control II
approved container when removing the fuel line or carburetor.
1
Fuel System Bleed Procedure
6. Push the control knob to begin the fuel priming 1. Cap location (bleed point)
procedure. A 30 second priming sequence begins
automatically. If necessary, push the control knob Figure 3-5 Bleed Point Location
to stop the priming procedure before the
30 seconds are up.
1. Loosen the hose clamp at the breather hose at the D Check for corroded or broken metal parts and replace
air silencer fitting and remove the hose. them as needed.
2. Loosen the hose clamp attaching the air silencer D Check for loose, corroded, or missing clamps.
assembly to the carburetor. Tighten or replace the hose clamps and/or hangers as
needed.
3. Lift off the air silencer assembly.
D Check that the exhaust outlet is unobstructed.
4. Clean the assembly in evaporative solvent and
wipe clean. Allow to dry. D Visually inspect the exhaust system for exhaust leaks
(blowby). Check for carbon or soot residue on
5. Reassemble using the reverse sequence. exhaust components. Carbon and soot residue
indicates an exhaust leak. Seal leaks as needed.
Allow the engine to cool. Release pressure from the Procedure for Flushing and Cleaning Cooling
cooling system before removing the pressure cap. To System
release pressure, cover the pressure cap with a thick
cloth and then slowly turn the cap counterclockwise to For optimum protection drain, flush, and refill the cooling
the first stop. Remove the cap after pressure has been system at the interval listed in the service schedule.
completely released and the engine has cooled. Check
the coolant level at the tank if the generator set has a Pay special attention to the coolant level. After the
coolant recovery tank. coolant drains, allow time for complete refill of the
engine water jacket. Check the coolant level as
NOTICE described earlier.
Saltwater damage. Saltwater quickly deteriorates metals.
Wipe up saltwater on and around the generator set and 1. Remove the hose clamp at the coolant hose. See
remove salt deposits from metal surfaces. Section 1 for location of the hose.
Checking and Filling Coolant 2. Remove the pressure cap to make draining easier.
Maintain the coolant level in coolant recovery tank at 3. Drain, clean, and flush the coolant recovery tank.
approximately 1/4 full. Before filling the cooling system,
close all petcocks and tighten all hose clamps. Use a 4. Flush the system with clean water.
solution of 50% ethylene glycol and 50% clean, softened
5. Replace the hose clamp to secure the coolant
water to inhibit rust/corrosion and prevent freezing. Add
hose.
additional coolant, as necessary, to the coolant recovery
tank. Periodically check the coolant level on closed 6. Fill the system with the recommended coolant.
systems by removing the pressure cap. Do not rely
solely on level in coolant recovery tank. Add fresh 7. Replace the pressure cap.
coolant until the level is just below the overflow tube
opening.
3.7.2 Pressure Cap
Do not add coolant to a hot engine. Adding coolant to a
hot engine can cause the cylinder block or cylinder head Closed heat exchanger systems utilize a pressure cap
to crack. Wait until engine has cooled. to raise the boiling point of the coolant, enabling higher
operating temperatures. If the cap leaks, replace it with a
cap of the same rating. Find the pressure cap rating in
Figure 3-7.
TP-6053
1. Flattened vane
2. Crack
3. Broken vane
3
2. Remove the retaining cap and remove the reed
2 1 valve for inspection. See Figure 3-11.
7 8
9
1 10
22
6
4 11
Waterline 20
21
16 12
19
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17
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18
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Check and replace the anticorrosion zinc anode at 4. Open the seacock. Refill the cooling system.
intervals recommended in the service schedule.
Depending upon operating conditions and seawater 5. Start the generator set and check for leaks at the
properties, the anticorrosion zinc anode may require anticorrosion zinc anode location. The pump is
more frequent replacement. See Section 1—Service operating if cooling water flows from the exhaust
Views for location and use the following procedure. outlet. If water is not discharging at the exhaust
outlet, see Prestart Checklist—Seawater Pump
Anticorrosion Zinc Anode Replacement Procedure Priming.
10. Use a ratchet wrench to final tighten an additional 11. Check the coolant level of the heat exchanger and
1/4 turn. Do not overtighten, as doing so may strip add coolant if necessary.
threads or alter electrode gap setting.
Note: Use antifreeze capable of withstanding the
11. Check spark plug wire connector in boot for lowest possible temperatures.
accumulated dirt, grease, and other debris, and
clean as necessary. 12. Drain fuel completely from the fuel tank.
12. Firmly push spark plug boot onto spark plug. 13. Clean the exterior of the generator set and spread a
light film of oil or silicon spray over any exposed
surfaces that may be subject to rust or corrosion.
3.9 Battery
14. Keep spark plugs in their holes or seal spark plug
Consult the battery manufacturer’s instructions holes with suitable threaded metal plugs.
regarding battery care and maintenance.
15. Seal the air inlet, exhaust pipe, and fuel tank cap
with tape.
3.10 Generator Storage Procedure
16. Disconnect and remove the battery. Place the
Keep the craft afloat for generator operation during the battery in a warm, dry location for the storage
storage procedure. Follow the procedure below when period. Recharge the battery once a month to
storing your generator set for a long period (3 months or maintain a full charge.
more).
17. Select a well-ventilated (not humid or dusty)
1. Start and run the generator set until it reaches location to store the generator.
operating temperature or about 15 minutes.
18. Cover the entire unit with a dust cover.
2. Stop the generator set.
Note: Run the generator set once a month
3. Change the oil and oil filter; see Section 3.3.4—Oil whenever possible.
Change and Section 3.3.5—Oil Filter Change.
This section contains generator set troubleshooting, Corrective action and testing often require knowledge of
diagnostic, and repair information. electrical and electronic circuits. To avoid additional
problems caused by incorrect repairs, have an
Use the following charts as a quick troubleshooting authorized service distributor/dealer perform service.
reference. The table groups generator set faults and
suggests likely causes and remedies. The table also NOTICE
refers you to more detailed information including
Fuse replacement. Replace fuses with fuses of the same
sections of this manual, the generator set service
ampere rating and type (for example: 3AB or 314, ceramic).
manual (S/M), the generator set installation manual Do not substitute clear glass-type fuses for ceramic fuses.
(I/M), and the engine service manual (Engine S/M) to Refer to the wiring diagram when the ampere rating is
correct the indicated problem. unknown or questionable.
Use the following charts to diagnose and correct Maintain a record of repairs and adjustments performed
common problems. First check for simple causes such on the equipment. If the procedures in this manual do
as a dead engine starting battery, loose connections, or not explain how to correct the problem, contact an
an open circuit breaker. The charts include a list of authorized distributor/dealer. Use the record to help
common problems, possible causes of the problem, and describe the problem and repairs or adjustments made
recommended corrective actions. to the equipment.
x:gt:001:002a:
Section or
Publication
Starts hard
Excessive or
abnormal noise
Cranks but
does not start
No or low
output voltage
Stops
suddenly
Lacks power
Overheats
Low oil
pressure
High fuel
consumption
Does not
crank
Probable Causes Recommended Actions Reference*
Controller
Generator set master switch in the Move the generator set master switch to the correct position Section 2
x
OFF position (RUN or AUTO).
Section 4 Troubleshooting
The customer connection fuse (F1) Replace the blown F1 fuse. If the fuse blows again, check what Section 2, W/D
x x blown. Note that the remote digital is connected to the generator set.[
gage (if equipped) will not function.
The voltage regulator fuse (F2) blown Replace the blown F2 fuse. If the fuse blows again, Section 2, W/D
x x
troubleshoot the regulator.[
The coil, injector, fuel pumps, oxygen Replace the blown F3 fuse. If the fuse blows again, check the Section 2, W/D
x x sensor, and CO sensor fuse (F3) starter solenoid for sticking.[
blown
The controller fuse (F4) blown Replace the blown F4 fuse. If the fuse blows again, Section 2, W/D
x x x x
troubleshoot the controller.[
The auxiliary winding fuse (F5) blown Replace the blown F5 fuse. If the fuse blows again, Section 2, W/D
x x
troubleshoot the alternator winding.[
x Start/stop switch inoperative Replace the controller. —
x Incorrect controller settings Check and adjust the controller.[ I/M
Remote stop command received from Check and remote switch position.
x
a remote switch
x Controller fault Troubleshoot the controller.[ Gen. S/M
x x x x x Controller circuit board(s) inoperative Replace the controller circuit board. Gen. S/M
Cooling System
x x Air openings clogged Clean the air openings. —
x x Impeller damaged Replace the impeller, check upstream system. Section 3
x x Seawater strainer clogged or restricted Clean the strainer. Section 3
High temperature shutdown Allow the engine to cool down. Then troubleshoot the cooling Sec. 3, Eng. O/M
x x
system (add coolant). Check seawater pump and circuit.
x Coolant level low Restore the coolant to normal operating level. Section 3
x Thermostat inoperative Replace the thermostat. Eng. S/M
* Sec./Section—numbered section of this manual; ATS—Automatic Transfer Switch; Eng.—Engine; Gen.—Generator Set; I/M—Installation Manual; O/M—Operation Manual; S/M—Service Manual;
S/S—Spec Sheet; W/D—Wiring Diagram
[ Have an authorized service distributor/dealer perform this service.
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Trouble Symptoms
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Section or
Publication
Starts hard
Excessive or
abnormal noise
Cranks but
does not start
No or low
output voltage
Stops
suddenly
Lacks power
Overheats
Low oil
pressure
High fuel
consumption
Does not
crank
Probable Causes Recommended Actions Reference*
Electrical System (DC circuits)
Battery connections loose, corroded, Verify that the battery connections are correct, clean, and tight. Section 3
x x
or incorrect
Battery weak or dead Recharge or replace the battery. The spec sheet provides Section 3, S/S
x x
recommended battery CCA rating.
Engine harness connector(s) not Disconnect the engine harness connector(s) then reconnect it to W/D
x x
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locked3/13 the controller.
x Fault shutdown Reset the controller. Section 2
High exhaust temperature switch Replace the inoperative switch. Gen. S/M or W/D
x
inoperative
x x Starter/starter solenoid inoperative Replace the starter or starter solenoid. Eng. S/M
High water temperature switch Replace the inoperative switch. Gen. S/M or W/D
x x
inoperative
x Faulty ground connection Clean and retighten the connection. —
Engine
Air cleaner/backfire flame arrestor Clean or replace the filter element. Section 2
x x x x
clogged
x x x x x Compression weak Check the compression.[ Eng. S/M
Engine overload Reduce the electrical load. See the generator set installation I/M
x x x x x x x
manual for wattage specifications.
Exhaust system leak Inspect the exhaust system. Replace the inoperative exhaust Section 3, I/M
x
system components.[
Exhaust system not securely installed Inspect the exhaust system. Tighten the loose exhaust system Section 3, I/M
x
components.[
x Vibration excessive Tighten all loose hardware. —
Ignition system inoperative Check the ignition system (ignition coils, spark plugs, spark plug Eng. O/M
x x x
wires, etc.).
* Sec./Section—numbered section of this manual; ATS—Automatic Transfer Switch; Eng.—Engine; Gen.—Generator Set; I/M—Installation Manual; O/M—Operation Manual; S/M—Service Manual;
S/S—Spec Sheet; W/D—Wiring Diagram
[ Have an authorized service distributor/dealer perform this service.
Section 4 Troubleshooting
39
40
Trouble Symptoms
Section or
Publication
Starts hard
Excessive or
abnormal noise
Cranks but
does not start
No or low
output voltage
Stops
suddenly
Lacks power
Overheats
Low oil
pressure
High fuel
consumption
Does not
crank
Probable Causes Recommended Actions Reference*
Fuel System
x x Fuel tank empty or fuel valve shut off Add fuel and move the fuel valve to the ON position. —
Section 4 Troubleshooting
x x Fuel pressure insufficient Check the fuel supply and valves. Check or replace fuel filter.[ S/S, Gen. O/M
x x x x Fuel line restriction Check fuel filter. Check the fuel lines and fuel tank. Eng. O/M
Stale or bad fuel. Incorrect type of Replace fuel. Clean the injector with injector cleaner. Sec. 3, Eng S/M
x x x
fuel
x x x Fuel feed pump inoperative Replace the fuel feed pump. Check wiring.[ Eng. S/M
Generator
AC output circuit breaker open Reset the breaker and check for AC voltage at the generator —
x
side of the circuit breaker.
Overcrank shutdown Reset the controller. If the overcrank fault occurs again, contact —
x
the distributor/dealer.
Transfer switch test switch in the OFF Move the transfer switch test switch to the AUTO position. ATS O/M
x
position
Wiring, terminals, or pin in the exciter Check for continuity. Gen. S/M, W/D
x
field open
Main field (rotor) inoperative (open or Test and/or replace the rotor.[ Gen. S/M
x
grounded)
x Stator inoperative (open or grounded) Test and/or replace the stator.[ Gen. S/M
x Vibration excessive Tighten loose components.[ —
Lube System
x x x Oil level low Restore the oil level. Inspect the generator set for oil leaks. Eng. O/M
x x Low oil pressure shutdown Check the oil level. Check the LOP switch Eng. O/M
Low oil pressure (LOP) switch Replace the LOP switch. Check the engine for damage. W/D
x
inoperative
Crankcase oil type incorrect for Change the oil. Use oil with a viscosity suitable for the operating Eng. O/M
x x x x
ambient temperature climate.
* Sec./Section—numbered section of this manual; ATS—Automatic Transfer Switch; Eng.—Engine; Gen.—Generator Set; I/M—Installation Manual; O/M—Operation Manual; S/M—Service Manual;
S/S—Spec Sheet; W/D—Wiring Diagram
[ Have an authorized service distributor/dealer perform this service.
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Section 5 Wiring Diagrams
WARNING WARNING
The following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication.
A, amp ampere CG center of gravity fglass. fiberglass
ABDC after bottom dead center CID cubic inch displacement FHM flat head machine (screw)
AC alternating current CL centerline fl. oz. fluid ounce
A/D analog to digital cm centimeter flex. flexible
ADC analog to digital converter CMOS complementary metal oxide freq. frequency
adj. adjust, adjustment substrate (semiconductor) FS full scale
ADV advertising dimensional cogen. cogeneration ft. foot, feet
drawing Com communications (port) ft. lbs. foot pounds (torque)
AHWT anticipatory high water conn. connection ft./min. feet per minute
temperature cont. continued g gram
AISI American Iron and Steel CPVC chlorinated polyvinyl chloride ga. gauge (meters, wire size)
Institute crit. critical
ALOP anticipatory low oil pressure gal. gallon
CRT cathode ray tube gen. generator
alt. alternator CSA Canadian Standards
Al aluminum genset generator set
Association GFI ground fault interrupter
ANSI American National Standards CT current transformer
Institute Cu copper GND, ground
(formerly American Standards gov. governor
Association, ASA) cu. in. cubic inch
cw. clockwise gph gallons per hour
AO anticipatory only
CWC city water-cooled gpm gallons per minute
API American Petroleum Institute
cyl. cylinder gr. grade, gross
approx. approximate, approximately
D/A digital to analog GRD equipment ground
AR as required, as requested
DAC digital to analog converter gr. wt. gross weight
AS as supplied, as stated, as
suggested dB decibel HxWxD height by width by depth
ASE American Society of Engineers dBA decibel (A weighted) HC hex cap
ASME American Society of DC direct current HCHT high cylinder head temperature
Mechanical Engineers DCR direct current resistance HD heavy duty
assy. assembly deg., ° degree HET high exhaust temperature
ASTM American Society for Testing dept. department hex hexagon
Materials dia. diameter Hg mercury (element)
ATDC after top dead center DI/EO dual inlet/end outlet HH hex head
ATS automatic transfer switch DIN Deutsches Institut fur Normung HHC hex head cap
auto. automatic e. V. HP horsepower
aux. auxiliary (also Deutsche Industrie hr. hour
A/V audiovisual Normenausschuss) HS heat shrink
avg. average DIP dual inline package hsg. housing
AVR automatic voltage regulator DPDT double-pole, double-throw HVAC heating, ventilation, and air
AWG American Wire Gauge DPST double-pole, single-throw conditioning
AWM appliance wiring material DS disconnect switch HWT high water temperature
bat. battery DVR digital voltage regulator Hz hertz (cycles per second)
BBDC before bottom dead center E, emer. emergency (power source) IC integrated circuit
BC battery charger, battery EDI electronic data interchange ID inside diameter, identification
charging EFR emergency frequency relay IEC International Electrotechnical
BCA battery charging alternator e.g. for example (exempli gratia) Commission
BCI Battery Council International EG electronic governor IEEE Institute of Electrical and
BDC before dead center EGSA Electrical Generating Systems Electronics Engineers
BHP brake horsepower Association IMS improved motor starting
blk. black (paint color), block EIA Electronic Industries in. inch
(engine) Association in. H2O inches of water
blk. htr. block heater EI/EO end inlet/end outlet in. Hg inches of mercury
BMEP brake mean effective pressure EMI electromagnetic interference in. lbs. inch pounds
bps bits per second emiss. emission Inc. incorporated
br. brass eng. engine ind. industrial
BTDC before top dead center EPA Environmental Protection int. internal
Agency int./ext. internal/external
Btu British thermal unit
EPS emergency power system I/O input/output
Btu/min. British thermal units per minute
ER emergency relay IP iron pipe
C Celsius, centigrade
ES engineering special, ISO International Organization for
cal. calorie engineered special
CARB California Air Resources Board Standardization
ESD electrostatic discharge J joule
CB circuit breaker est. estimated
cc cubic centimeter JIS Japanese Industry Standard
E-Stop emergency stop k kilo (1000)
CCA cold cranking amps etc. et cetera (and so forth)
ccw. counterclockwise K kelvin
exh. exhaust kA kiloampere
CEC Canadian Electrical Code
cfh cubic feet per hour
ext. external KB kilobyte (210 bytes)
F Fahrenheit, female
cfm cubic feet per minute
Use the log below to keep a cumulative record of required services were performed. Enter hours to the
operating hours on your generator set and the dates nearest quarter hour.
48 TP-6591 3/13
Notes
TP-6591 3/13 49
Notes
50 TP-6591 3/13
Notes
TP-6591 3/13 51
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