General

EARTH FAULT

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What This Code Means

Engine stops; "EARTH FAULT" Fault Lamp illuminates

Possible Causes

  • •Bad connections in cable and wiring
  • •Shorts to earth in cable and wiring
  • •Faulty alternator windings

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Check all cable and wiring for bad connections or shorts to earth
  2. 2Check alternator windings (refer to Alternator Manual)
  3. 3Once fault is rectified, clear the fault lamp by turning the Control Switch to "STOP" (for 2001 panel) or by pressing the P.C.B RESET button (for 4001 and 4001E panels)

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