Westerbeke 7.0 KW BGC -60Hz Technical Manual page 124

Troubleshooting the Oil System
Trouble
Oil leak.
Low Oil Pressure
(unit shutdown).
Westerbeke Generators
possible Cause
1. Loose oil drain
hose.
2. Oil pan to cylinder
block leakage.
3. Damaged or loose
timing chain cover
or rocker cover.
4. Damaged or loose
cylinder head gasket.
5. Loose or damaged
oil filter.
6. Loose or damaged
pressure switch or
sender.
1. Oil leaks.
2. Low oil level or
incorrect grade.
3. Faulty oil pressure
switch or sender.
4. Clogged oil filter.
5. Clogged oil pump
strainer.
6. Worn or fatigued
oil pressure relief
valve spring.
7. Faulty electrical
circuit.
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Remedy
1. Tighten or replace.
2. Tighten securing belts
or replace pan gasket.
3. Replace or tighten
bolts.
4. Tighten or replace.
5. Tighten or replace.
6. Tighten or replace.
1. Locate and repair.
2. Add oil to proper
level or change.
3. Test and replace.
4. Remove and replace oil
filter. Change oil.
5. Remove and clean.
6. Remove and replace.
7. Check circuit and
repair as needed.