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Troubleshooting (controller) – Multiquip 20 KW Standby Generator MQP20P User Manual

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MQp20p STaNDBY geNeRaTOR • OpeRaTiON aND paRTS MaNual — Rev. #1 (11/28/11) — page 39

trOubLEShOOtIng (COntrOLLEr)

Troubleshooting (MeC20 Controller) - continued

Symptom

possible problem

Solution

Engine temperature or oil

pressure display is reading

incorrectly

Improper calibration?

Verify that the controller's analog input has been properly

calibrated as per manual instructions.

Incorrect engine sensor wiring?

Verify that the engine sensor wiring is correct (Note: Use factory-

supplied engine sensors only.)

Battery not properly grounded?

Verify that the battery supply DC negative conductor is properly

grounded to the engine block (i.e. to a common ground point.)

Engine temperature or oil

displays "9999"

Incorrect wiring?

Check that the wiring from the controller terminal #37 and

#38 to the engine mounted sender is correct (i.e. wiring is

not open or shorted).

Incorrect resistance?

Verify that the engine mounter senders have correct

resistance reading for corresponding input temperature or

pressure (refer to Controller manual).

Improper calibration?

Verify calibration.

Engine alarms on high

engine temperature or low

oil pressure when engine

is operating within normal

limits

Incorrect wiring?

Check that the wiring from the controller terminal #37 and

#38 to the engine mounted sender is correct (i.e. wiring is

not open or shorted).

Incorrect resistance?

Verify that the engine mounter senders have correct

resistance reading for corresponding input temperature or

pressure (refer to Controller manual).

Keys on faceplate do not

operate.

Incorrect connection?

Verify that the interconnecting ribbon cable between the

faceplate and the main printed circuit board is connected

correctly.

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