Troubleshooting
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Operator’s manual. Marine generator sets.
GENSET FAILURE
PROBABLE CAUSES
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
GENSET OVER-
HEATING
GENERAL
Compression weak
Check the compression.
Overload
Propeller too large, replace.
Incorrect injection time
Adjust the injection time of the injection pump.
LUBRICATION
SYSTEM
Faulty oil pump
Contact with our dealer
Oil viscosity too high
Check oil specifications (oil used must be chosen according
to Technical Specifications).
Oil level too low
Restore the oil level. Inspect the genset for oil leaks.
COOLING SYSTEM
Faulty coolant pump
Check coolant pump (impeller, pump sealing).
Seawater cock clogged or restricted
Clean the cock, check the seawater pump impeller for
damage.
Faulty seawater pump
Check seawater pump (impeller, pump sealing).
Water cooler clogged
Clean the water cooler and the tube stack fitted in the heat
exchanger.
Coolant level low
Restore the coolant to normal operating level.
Thermostat inoperative
Replace the thermostat.
INLET
AND
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Air filter clogged
Replace air filter.
LOW OIL
PRESSURE
LUBRICATION
SYSTEM
Faulty oil pump
Contact with our dealer
Oil pressure relief valve sticking
Oil pressure too low
Check oil level.
Oil level too low
Restore the oil level. Inspect the genset for oil leaks.
Faulty oil pressure valve
Contact with our dealer
Faulty oil pressure gauge or switch
Check and/or replace oil pressure switch.
OIL PRESSURE
TOO HIGH
LUBRICATION
SYSTEM
Oil pressure relief valve sticking
Contact with our dealer
Faulty oil pressure valve
Contact with our dealer