Kohler 10CCE - Page 25

14 Troubleshooting TP-5977 7/98
Problem ReferenceCorrective ActionPossible Cause
Stops suddenly
Out of fuel Replenish fuel
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Air intake clogged Service air cleaner Section 3. Air
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Fuel line restriction Check fuel lines and tank Section 6.
Installation
Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter Section 3. Fuel Filter
No/low oil pressure See authorized Kohler service
distributor/dealer
Fuse blown in controller Replace fuse. If fuse blows again,
see authorized Kohler service
distributor/dealer
Section 2. Operation
Engine—continued
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Reference
Stops suddenly
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Defective low oil pressure (LOP)
safety shutdown switch
Replace LOP shutdown switch Service Manual
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High temperature shutdown Check engine coolant system for
coolant level
Section 3. Cooling
System
Defective high water temp. (HWT)
safety shutdown switch
Replace HWT shutdown switch Service Manual
Loss of AC output See authorized Kohler service
distributor/dealer
Service Manual
Operates erratically
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Air intake clogged Service air cleaner Section 3. Air Cleaner
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Stale or bad fuel Replace fuel
lacks power
Dirty fuel filter Replace fuel filter Section 3. Fuel Filter
Vent in fuel tank cap obstructed Clean cap in solvent; blow dry
Water, dirt, or air in fuel system Drain, flush, fill, and bleed air in the
system
Inadequate cooling Inspect cooling system Section 3. Cooling
System
Fuel line restricted Check fuel lines Section 6. Installation
Engine overloaded Reduce load
Engine overheats
Inadequate cooling Check engine coolant level Section 3. Cooling
System
Thermostat defective Replace thermostat Engine Service
Manual
Air intake clogged Service air cleaner Section 3. Air Cleaner
Engine overloaded Reduce load Section 2. Operation
Loose or defective water pump belt Adjust belt tension or replace belt Section 3. Belt Tension
Defective temperature switch Replace shutdown switch Service Manual
Low lube oil
pressure
Low lube oil level Add lube oil Section 3. Oil Check
Generator set is
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Exhaust system leak Inspect exhaust system for leaks and
repair them
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abnormal noise
Exhaust system not securely installed Check for loose parts and tighten
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Worn or defective bearing or gear See authorized Kohler service
distributor/dealer
Loose bolt or screw Tighten hardware
Low lube oil level Add lube oil Section 3. Oil Check