Albo marine MG 309, Operation Manual

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TABLE 3. TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERATOR SET FAULTS
Fault-Problem Possible reasons Remedies
Oil pressure lamp is turned
on. Low oil pressure

Not applicable engine oil level
(it may be low or high)

Check oil level. Ensure that it is
in proper level.

There may be leaks in the
lubrication system

Repair the leaks properly.
Excessive heat lamp is
turned on. Engine is
overheated.

Sea water inlet is clogged.

Clean the blocked filters and
pump inlets. Provide sea water
intake in the required amount.

Inadequate engine coolant level.

Check the engine coolant level
from expansion tank and add
coolant.

Cooling system pipes or hoses may
be twisted, punched or leaking from
connection points

Check the connection points to
repair properly and remove the
leaks

V-belt driving the engine coolant
circulation pump is slackened

Adjust the V-belt slackness
properly, adjust the belt sag to 6-
8mm.

Engine coolant circulation pump is
faulty

Contact an authorized dealership.

Siphon kit is not working.

Ensure that the siphon kit is
drained and operates properly.

Sea Water Pump Internal Gear
(Impeller) is faulty.

Replace the internal gear with a
new one.

Heat exchanger may be blocked
and dirty

Remove the heat exchanger and
clean it properly.

There may be a blockage in the
installation connection points on
the body of the sea vessel

Check for any blockage. Clean
when required.

Thermostat may be faulty.

Replace the thermostat.

There may be a blockage in
engine cooling system ducts.

Clean the ducts using proper
cleaning methods.
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