Albo marine MG 309, Operation Manual

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TABLE 3. TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERATOR SET FAULTS (Continued)
Fault-Problem Possible reasons Remedies
Speed alarm lamp is
turned on. Engine is
stopped by itself

Leakage in fuel system

Repair fuel leaks in the fuel system
and remove air bubbles remaining
in the system.

Leakage in cooling system

Check the connection points to
repair properly and remove the
leaks Add coolant to proper level


Leakage in lubrication system

Check the connection points to
repair properly and remove the
leaks

There is no response form
electronic remote control
panel module

Remote operation control switch on
the generator is “OFF”

Turn the Remote operation
control switch “ON”

Emergency stop button or DC
protection switch is turned off

Turn the emergency stop button
or DC protection switch “ON”

Inadequate battery charge, loose
contact in battery cables and
connection points

Clean the terminals. Check
battery charge and cables.
Tighten connections.
AC circuit breaking fuse (is
passing to off position)

Excessive load

Short circuit in the electrical
installation of the vessel. Check
the electrical installation

Circuit breaker is faulty.

Replace with a new one.
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Engine is not running

PTO takes too much energy from
the engine

Disable the PTO.

Inadequate fuel in fuel tank

Check whether there is enough
fuel to operate the generator in
the main fuel tank.


There may inadequate fuel supply

Check for any blockage in fuel
rails and check the valves.


There may be air inside the fuel
system

Bleed the air of fuel system
properly.


Inadequate battery charge, loose
contact in battery cables and
connection points

Clean the terminals. Check
battery charge and cables.
Tighten connections.


Engine operating air is inadequate

Provide air required for the
ignition of the engine


Engine exhaust system may be
blocked

Remove the blockages properly.


There may be air or fuel leakages
in the engine.

Repair properly.


Fuel filter may be blocked or faulty

Replace the fuel filter


Fuel quality may be improper

Use fuel with quality conforming
with the specifications specified
by engine manufacturer


Improper oil for the operating
conditions may be used

Use proper oil for the operating
conditions.
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