BOLT 0T0924 - Caterpillar

Introduction
For Specifications with illustrations, make reference to Specifications For 3208 Generator Set Engine Attachments, Form No. SENR2533. If the Specifications in Form SENR2533 are not the same as in the Systems Operation and Testing And Adjusting, look at the printing date on the back cover of each book. Use the Specifications given in the book with the latest date.Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting can be difficult. On the following pages there is a list of possible problems. To make a repair to a problem, make reference to the cause and correction.This list of problems, causes and corrections will only give an indication of where a possible problem can be, and what repairs are needed. Normally, more of other repair work is needed beyond the recommendations in the list. Remember that a problem is not normally caused only by one part, but by the relation of one part with other parts. This list can not give all possible problems and corrections. The serviceman must find the problem and its source, then make the necessary repairs.Troubleshooting Index
1. Contactor Switch For Water Temperature Fails To Activate Shutoff.2. Contactor Switch For Water Temperature Activates Shutoff At Wrong Temperature.3. Switch For Oil Pressure Fails To Activate Shutoff.4. Engine Protection Panel Will Not Activate Engine Shutoff.5. Engine Protection Panel Stops Engine When Reset Button Is Released.6. Electrical Gauges Give Wrong Readings. Problem 1: Contactor Switch For Water Temperature Fails To Activate Shutoff Probable Cause:1. Wrong Connections: Connect battery to C and fuel shutoff solenoid to NO connections. Check connections to other components or make installation of new wiring.2. Low Water Level In Cooling System: Fill the cooling system.3. Wrong Setting Of Switch: Make a test of temperature setting and, if necessary, install new contactor switch with correct setting. See Specifications. Problem 2: Contactor Switch For Water Temperature Activates Shutoff At Wrong Temperature Probable Cause:1. Wrong Setting Of Switch: Make a test of temperature setting and, if necessary, install new contactor switch with correct setting. See Specifications. Problem 3: Switch For Oil Pressure Fails To Activate Shutoff Probable Cause:1. Wrong Connections: Check and make connections as shown in wiring diagrams.2. Wrong Setting Of Switch: Test and adjust switch. If necessary, install new switch. Problem 4: Engine Protection Panel Will Not Activate Engine Shutoff Probable Cause:1. Fuse Burnt: Find and correct cause for burnt fuse. Install new fuse.2. Grounded Or Loose Wiring: Check and repair any worn or loose wiring.3. Components In System Not Functioning Correctly: Check components and install new ones as needed. Problem 5: Engine Protection Panel Stops Engine When Reset Button Is Released Probable Cause:1. Grounded Wiring Between "S" Terminal And Switches: Install new wiring.2. Broken Water Temperature Or Oil Pressure Switches: Check the switches and install new ones as needed. Problem 6: Electrical Gauges Give Wrong Readings Probable Cause:1. Wrong Connections: Check wiring connections to be sure they are tight. Check to see that the gauges are correctly connected as shown in the wiring diagrams.2. Sending Units Fail To Operate: Check the sending units and install