kohler generator shuting off-whats up?
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kohler generator shuting off-whats up?
have a nearly new kohler generator that starts fine ,runs for about 5 minutes and just shuts off. changed spark plugs, oil is fine just a little over full. is there a auto shutoff on them for some condition?
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I agree with the two responces above. After 5 minutes it gets too warm without proper cooling. Most likely cause is bad impeller in water pump or hull intake is plugged.
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There's an auto shut off on all generatrs. Kohler generators shut down due to high coolant temp, low oil pressure, overspeed, maybe high exhaust temp. Check the gauges when it shuts down.
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I agree,,,,,,, start it up and look for water coming out of its exhaust to confirm or elimintae the impeller.
Easiest way to diag
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I had the same problem with my 7.3 Kohler. I found my oil filter wasn't tight and leaked which caused the oil level to drop below a certain level .Kohler has an automatic safety shut off for low oil level. I'll bet that's your problem.......
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