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Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 25th, 2022, 2:54 pm
by Ctmangrum
So I started my generator like I normally do just to keep things working and it starts fine but, never kicks in to "high gear" and start putting out power. Just stays in the "idel" mode. Starts and stops with no problem. Never had the issue before. Any thoughts? Thanks.
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 25th, 2022, 4:08 pm
by bud37
Check the governor/throttle linkage.....maybe lubricate if it is stuck or binding.
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 25th, 2022, 7:50 pm
by Viper
Have you looked for fuses on the unit and ensured they're all okay?
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 26th, 2022, 12:23 am
by Ctmangrum
Only saw one fuse and it was fine. Im hoping it was just really cold and was taking a while to start up. It finally kicked in after about 5-8 mins.
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 26th, 2022, 8:00 am
by Viper
How long ago did you last have it running?
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: November 26th, 2022, 10:01 am
by Ctmangrum
About a month. Going to lubricate a few things to make sure nothing is sticking.
Re: Kohler 3kw generator not putting out power
Posted: December 24th, 2022, 8:07 pm
by Ctmangrum
Anyone ever have the brushes go bad as being the cause the generator not putting out power?