Technical information
TROUBLE SHOOTING
32 December 2010 / M-SC6/8/10 / EN
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
• Wear out of cylinder.
Have the compression measured and have the
engine overhauled.
Over-temperature
• Overload.
Take away the overload.
• Low level of cooling oil or air in the
cooling system
Fill up with liquid and release air bubbles.
Check if there are air blocks in the system;
refer to the installation manual
• Water inlet system blocked.
• Broken impeller.
• Water strainer choked
• Heat exchanger choked.
Check the cooling system thoroughly.
• Broken or slipping V-belt.
Replace and adjust the V-belt tension.
• Faulty thermostat
Check the thermostat or replace.
5.2.3 Warnings
Generator must be shut off immediately if:
● Motor RPM suddenly rises or drops.
● Unusual noise comes from generating set.
● Exhaust gases suddenly colour dark.
● Engine failure warning light is on
5.2.4 Service address
If you cannot correct a problem with the aid of the mal-
function table, contact your WhisperPower Service Centre
or WhisperPower Netherlands, tel: INT+31-512-571550.
www.whisperpower.eu.