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TP-5695 12/934-4 Troubleshooting
Generator
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
No AC output
Circuit breaker in OFF position Reset breaker to ON position
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Circuit breaker tripped due to overload on
generator set
Reduce load. See Wattage Requirements.
Reset breaker to ON position.
Ship-to-shore transfer switch in “OFF” or
“SHORE” position
Turn switch to generator power
No DC power to controller Check battery connections
Controller fuse blown Replace fuse
Generator malfunction such as capacitor
or other internal fault
See authorized Kohler service
dealer/distributor
Low output or
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Engine speed too low Adjust governor
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excessive drop in
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Generator overloaded Reduce load. See Wattage Requirements.
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Engine in poor condition If routine services are performed and
condition persists, see authorized Kohler
dealer/distributor
Defective capacitor See authorized Kohler service
dealer/distributor
High generator
output voltage
Defective capacitor and/or poor wiring
connections
See authorized Kohler service
dealer/distributor
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Excessive speed or frequency Adjust governor. Check governor linkage
and spring for damage or binding.
Will not crank
No DC power to controller Check battery connections
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Controller circuit fuse blown Replace fuse and attempt start-up. If fuse
blows again, contact authorized Kohler
service dealer/distributor.