TP-5695 12/93
Troubleshooting 4-1
Section 4. Troubleshooting
When troubles occur, do not overlook simple causes. A
starting problem, for example, could be caused by
improper fuel or an empty fuel tank. The following charts
list some common problems. If procedures in this
manual do not explain how to correct the problem, take
the
generator
set
to
an
authorized
service
dealer/distributor. Tell the dealer exactly what happened
when the problem occurred and of any adjustments
made to the set.
Engine
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Unit will not crank
Weak or dead battery
Recharge or replace battery
Unit will not crank
Reversed or poor battery connections.
Poor ground.
Check connections
Fuse blown in controller
Replace fuse
Defective start/stop switch
Check function, replace as necessary.
Defective starter solenoid
Check starter solenoid and wiring. Replace
as necessary.
Defective starter
Attempt starting by direct connection to
battery. Replace/repair as necessary.
Unit cranks but will
not start
Out of fuel
Replenish
Unit cranks but will
not start
Clogged fuel screen
Clean fuel screen
not start
Faulty antidieseling solenoid
Replace solenoid
Air intake clogged
Clean or replace
Faulty spark plug(s)
Replace (and regap) spark plug(s)
Loose spark plug connection
Reconnect wires
Faulty ground (--) connection
Clean and retighten
Carburetor adjustment wrong
Adjust carburetor
Defective electric fuel pump
Check pressure. Replace as necessary.
Shorted or open ignition coil
Replace coil
Weak or dead battery
Recharge or replace
Bad fuel mixture
Replace fuel; clean carburetor
Flooded carburetor
Wait a few minutes and attempt restart
Engine malfunction
See authorized Kohler service
dealer/distributor
Engine starts, but
does not continue to
No generator output voltage
Check AC voltage
Engine starts, but
does not continue to
run after start switch
No/low oil pressure
Check oil pressure and pump
does not continue to
run after start switch
is released
Defective low oil pressure (LOP) safety
shutdown switch
Check LOP shutdown switch
High temperature shutdown
Check cooling system
Defective high exhaust temp. (HET) and/or
high water temp. (HWT) safety shutdown
switch(es)
Check HET and/or HWT shutdown
switch(es)
Hard starting
Stale or bad fuel
Replace fuel
Hard starting
Fuel vapor lock
Check fuel line routing
Faulty spark plug(s)
Replace (and regap) plug(s)
Weak ignition coil
Replace
Carburetor adjustment wrong
Adjust carburetor
Air intake clogged
Clean