AF

UnclassifiedCooling

What This Code Means

Controller display shows AF; Generator set engine will not start; Shutdown occurs if the engine coolant temperature exceeds the maximum temperature for more than 5 seconds; Shutdown occurs if a low oil pressure condition exists for more than 5 seconds; Shutdown occurs after 3 unsuccessful starting attempts; No engine rotation is sensed during cranking

Possible Causes

  • Emergency stop button activated
  • Spark plug issue
  • Blocked air inlets and exhaust outlets
  • Low oil level
  • Leaks in the lubrication system
  • Fuel supply issue
  • Battery issue
  • Loose connections

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Place the generator set master switch in the OFF/RESET position
  2. 2Investigate and correct the cause of the emergency stop
  3. 3Rotate the emergency stop switch knob clockwise and release it
  4. 4Check that the knob returns to the deactivated (out) position
  5. 5Move the generator set master switch to the RUN or AUTO position to restart the generator set
  6. 6Verify that the controller display no longer shows a fault code
  7. 7Check the spark plug
  8. 8Check for blocked air inlets and exhaust outlets
  9. 9Check the oil level at the engine
  10. 10Check for leaks in the lubrication system
  11. 11Check the oil level and add oil if the level is low
  12. 12Check the fuel supply
  13. 13Check the battery
  14. 14Check for loose connections
  15. 15Contact an authorized distributor/dealer for service if problem continues

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