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Intellisys Controller

The Intellisys is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Doosan, including the G44.

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Generator sets
Doosan
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Generator sets using this controller

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Doosan G44

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Abnormal Engine NoiseWorn main or connecting rod bearing clearance
Air intake restrictionDetermine cause of intake restriction; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Air leak on suction side of air intake systemCheck hose and pipe connections for tightness; repair as required.
Bearing wearInspect turbocharger; repair/replace as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Below normal engine temperatureDefective thermostatRemove and check thermostat
Black or Grey Exhaust SmokeSee ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING earlier in this section.
Clogged fuel filterReplace fuel filter element
Clogged or dirty air cleanerService air cleaner.
Compression too lowDetermine cause of low compression and repair as needed.
Coolant Temperature Below NormalDefective thermostat(s)Test thermostats; replace thermostats as required.
Coolant entering combustion chamber (failed cylinder head gasket or cracked cylinder head)Repair or replace as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Coolant in OilSee COOLING SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING later in this section.
Defective aneroid control lineSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Defective injection nozzlesSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor.
Defective thermostatRemove and check thermostat
Defective turbochargerSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor.
Dirty or faulty injection nozzlesHave authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor check injectors
Drain tube restrictionDetermine cause of drain tube restriction; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Engine Misfiring or Runs IrregularlySee ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING earlier in this section.
Engine OverheatsLack of coolant in cooling system, Radiator core dirty, Engine overloaded, Too low crankcase oil level, Loose or defective fan beltFill cooling system to proper level., Clean radiator as required., Reduce engine load., Fill crankcase to proper oil level., Replace fan belt as required. Check belt tensioner. (See Lubrication and Maintenance Section.), Test thermostat opening temperature; replace thermostat as required., Replace cylinder head gasket. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer., Replace coolant pump. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer., Replace radiator cap as required.
Engine Will Not CrankWeak battery, Corroded or loose battery connections, Defective main switch or start safety switch, Starter solenoid defective, Starter defectiveReplace battery, Clean battery terminals and connections, Repair switch as required, Replace solenoid, Replace starter
Engine compression too lowDetermine cause of low compression and repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Engine cranks but will not startIncorrect starting procedure, No fuel, Exhaust restricted, Fuel filter plugged or full of water, Injection pump not getting fuel or air in fuel system, Faulty injection pump or nozzlesVerify correct starting procedure, Check fuel in tank and manual shut-off valve, Check and correct exhaust restriction, Replace fuel filter or drain water from filter, Bleed fuel system, Consult authorized diesel repair station for repair or replacement
Engine emits black or gray exhaust smokeImproper type of fuelUse proper fuel
Engine emits white exhaust smokeImproper type of fuelUse proper fuel
Engine idles poorlyPoor fuel qualityDrain fuel and replace with quality fuel of the proper grade
Engine out of time (retarded)See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Engine out of time.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor.
Engine overloadedReduce load
Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequentlyLow coolant temperatureRemove and check thermostat
Fuel in OilSee FUEL IN OIL TROUBLESHOOTING earlier in this section.
Hard to Start or Will Not StartSee ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING earlier in this section.
High oil consumptionCrankcase oil too lightUse proper viscosity oil
Improper type of fuelUse proper fuel
Improper type of oilDrain, fill crankcase with oil of proper viscosity and quality.
Improper valve clearanceSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Injection nozzles dirtySee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor.
Injection pump out of timeSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Intake air restrictionService air cleaner
Lack of Engine PowerSee ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING earlier in this section.
Lack of powerEngine overloadedReduce load
Leaking exhaust manifold gasketSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Low engine temperatureWarm up engine to normal operating temperature.
Low fast idle speedSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Low oil pressureLow oil levelAdd oil
Oil in Intake Manifold or Dripping from Turbocharger HousingExcessive crankcase pressureDetermine cause of excessive crankcase pressure; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Oil leaksCheck for leaks in lines, gaskets, and drain plug.
Oil on Turbocharger Compressor Wheel or in Compressor Housing (Oil Being Pushed or Pulled Through Center Housing)Excessive crankcase pressureDetermine cause of excessive crankcase pressure; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Overheated engineSee “Engine Overheats”
Poor fuel qualityDrain fuel and replace with quality fuel of the proper grade
Restricted crankcase vent tubeClean vent tube
Restricted fuel hoseClean or replace fuel hose
Turbocharger Noise or VibrationBearings not lubricated (insufficient oil pressure)Determine cause of lack of lubrication; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Turbocharger not functioningSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor (Turbocharged engines only.)
Turbocharger ‘Screams’Air leak in intake manifold.Check intake manifold gasket and manifold; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Water, dirt, or air in fuel systemDrain, flush, fill, and bleed system

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this controller’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Aggregated from the service documentation of generator sets built on this controller.