Kohler 14RCA Manual page 69

5.6 Troubleshooting
Figure 5-3 contains generator set troubleshooting,
diagnostic, and repair information. Check for loose
connections before replacing parts.
Troubleshooting Table
Problem Possible Cause
Controller Backlight turns off after about 1 minute with no
display activity.
backlight is off.
Controller Low or no battery voltage.
display is off.
Battery weak or dead.
The generator
set does not
crank.
Battery connections reversed or poor.
Fault shutdown.
Generator set in the OFF mode.
Generator thermostat tripped.
The generator Air cleaner clogged.
set cranks but
Battery weak or dead.
does not start,
Battery connection poor.
starts hard,
lacks power, or Spark plug wire connection loose.
operates
Low oil pressure shutdown.
erratically.
Fuel pressure insufficient.
Engine malfunction.
Line circuit breaker in the OFF position.
No AC output.
Line circuit breaker tripping because of
overload.
Line circuit breaker tripping because of short
circuit.
Auxiliary winding circuit breaker tripped.
Low output or Generator set overloaded.
excessive drop
in voltage.
TP-7092 8/18
Corrective Action
Backlight will turn on when a button is pressed or the
generator set starts.
Check connections.
Check generator set battery. See Figure 5-3.
Recharge or replace the battery. Make sure that the AC
power to the generator set controller is backed up by the
generator set.
Check the connections.
Check the controller display for fault messages. See
Section 2.5. Correct the fault condition and reset the
controller.
Press the RUN button to start the engine or press AUTO
to allow remote starting.
Check for obstructed air inlets and outlets. Reset the
thermostat. See Section 5.5.
Clean and/or replace the air cleaner.
Recharge or replace the battery.
Clean and tighten the battery connections.
Check the spark plug wires.
Check for oil leaks. Check the oil level and add oil if
necessary.
Check the fuel supply and valves.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer.
Place the circuit breaker in the ON position.
Reduce the load on the generator set by unplugging
non-essential appliances.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer for service.
Reset the circuit breaker (located in controller's service
access area). Contact an authorized distributor/dealer
for service if breaker trips repeatedly.
Reduce the load by unplugging non-essential
appliances.
Section 5 Troubleshooting 69