Kohler 500EOZCS Operation page 78

Trouble Symptoms
Cooling System
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Fuel System
x x
x x x
x x x
x x x
x x
x x x x
Engine Lubrication System
x
x
x x
* Sec./Section—numbered section of this manual; ATS—Automatic Transfer Switch; Eng.—Engine; Gen.—Generator Set; Alt.—Alternator; I/M—Installation Manual; O/M—Operation Manual;
S/M—Service Manual; S/S—Spec Sheet; O/S/M—Operation/Service Manual; W/D—Wiring Diagram
[ Have an authorized service distributor/dealer perform this service.
Probable Causes Probable Causes
x Air openings clogged.
Impeller inoperative.
Seawater strainer clogged or
x
restricted.
High temperature shutdown.
Low coolant level shutdown, if
equipped.
Coolant level low.
Cooling water pump inoperative.
Thermostat inoperative.
Fuel tank empty or fuel valve shut off.
Air in fuel system (diesel only).
Fuel or fuel injectors dirty or faulty
(diesel only).
Fuel injection timing out of adjustment
x
(diesel only).
Fuel feed or injection pump inoperative
x
(diesel only).
Fuel filter restriction.
x x Oil level low.
Low oil pressure shutdown.
Crankcase oil type incorrect for
x x
ambient temperature.
Recommended Actions Recommended Actions
Clean the air openings.
Replace the impeller.
Clean the strainer.
Allow the engine to cool down. Then troubleshoot the
cooling system.
Restore the coolant to normal operating level.
Restore the coolant to normal operating level.
Tighten or replace the belt. Replace the water pump.
Replace the thermostat.
Add fuel and move the fuel valve to the ON position.
Bleed the diesel fuel system.
Clean, test, and/or replace the inoperative fuel injector.[
Adjust the fuel injection timing.[
Rebuild or replace the injection pump.[
Clean or replace the fuel filter.[
Restore the oil level. Inspect the generator set for oil leaks.
Check the oil level.
Change the oil. Use oil with a viscosity suitable for the
operating climate.
Section or
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Publication Publication
Reference* Reference*
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Section 3
Section 3
Eng. O/M
Eng. O/M
Eng. O/M
Eng. O/M or
Eng. S/M
Eng. S/M
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Eng. O/M
Eng. S/M
Eng. S/M
Eng. S/M
Eng. O/M
Eng. O/M
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