Generac Power Systems Protector Series User Manual

Owner’s Manual for Stationary Diesel Generators 41
Troubleshooting
Section 6: Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Correction
The engine will not crank.
Fuse blown.
Replace 7.5 amp fuse in generator
control panel. Correct short circuit
condition if fuse blows again.
Loose, corroded or defective
battery cables.
Tighten, clean or replace as
necessary.*
Defective starter contact.
Tighten, clean or replace as
necessary.*
Defective starter motor.
Tighten, clean or replace as
necessary.*
Dead Battery. Charge or replace battery.
The engine cranks but will not
start.
Out of fuel. Replenish fuel. Turn on fuel valve.
Defective fuel solenoid. *
Open F1 5 amp fuse.
Replace F1 5 amp fuse if fuse blows
again.*
Defective fuel system. *
No fuel to pump. Prime fuel system.*
The engine starts hard and runs
rough.
Air cleaner plugged or
damaged.
Check/replace air cleaner.
The generator is set to OFF, but
the engine continues to run.
Defective keypad. *
Defective control board. *
There is no AC output from the
generator.
Main line circuit breaker is in the
OFF (OPEN) position.
Reset circuit breaker to ON (CLOSED)
position.
Generator internal failure. *
There is no transfer to standby
after utility source failure.
Defective transfer switch coil. *
Defective transfer relay. *
Transfer relay circuit open. *
Defective control logic board. *
Unit consumes large amounts of
oil.
Engine over filled with oil. Adjust oil to correct level.
Engine breather defective. *
Incorrect oil type or viscosity. See Engine Oil Recommendations.
Damaged gasket, seal or hose. Check for oil leaks.
* Contact an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD) for assistance.

Generac Power Systems Protector Series Specifications

General

Brand	Generac Power Systems
Model	Protector Series
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English