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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
Brand

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 bearingsDetermine bearing clearance. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Batteries will not chargeLoose or corroded connections.Clean and tighten connections.
Battery used too much waterCracked battery case.Check for moisture and replace as necessary.
Bearing wearOil starvation or insufficient lubricationDetermine cause of lack of lubrication; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Below normal engine temperatureDefective thermostat.Remove and check thermostat.
Coolant Temperature Below NormalDefective thermostat(s)Test thermostats; replace thermostats as required.
Coolant in OilCylinder head gasket defectiveReplace cylinder head gasket. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Engine OverheatsEngine overloaded.Reduce load.
Engine Will Not CrankWeak batteryReplace battery.
Engine cranks but will not startIncorrect starting procedure.Verify correct starting procedure.
Engine emits black or gray exhaust smokeImproper type of fuel.Use proper fuel.
Engine emits white exhaust smokeImproper type of fuel.Use proper fuel.
Engine hard to start or will not startEngine starting under load.Disengage PTO.
Engine idles poorlyPoor fuel qualityDrain fuel and replace with quality fuel of the proper grade.
Engine knocksLow engine oil level.Add oil to engine crankcase.
Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequentlyLow coolant temperature.Remove and check thermostat.
Entire electrical system does not functionFaulty battery connection.Clean and tighten connections.
Excessive Oil ConsumptionToo low viscosity crankcase oilDrain crankcase and refill with correct viscosity oil.
Fuel in OilCracked cylinder headLocate crack, repair/replace components as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
High Oil PressureImproper oil classificationDrain crankcase and refill with correct oil.
High fuel consumptionImproper type of fuel.Use proper type of fuel.
High oil consumptionCrankcase oil too light.Use proper viscosity oil.
Lack of powerEngine overloaded.Reduce load.
Low Oil PressureLow crankcase oil levelFill crankcase to proper oil level.
Low oil pressureLow oil level.Add 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 on Turbocharger Compressor Wheel or in Compressor Housing (Oil Being Pushed or Pulled Through Center Housing)Excessive crankcase pressure.Determine cause of excessive crankcase pressure; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Starter cranks slowlyLow battery output.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor.
Starter will not crankPTO engaged.Disengage PTO.
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 “Screams”Air leak in intake manifold.Check intake manifold gasket and manifold; repair as required. See your John Deere engine distributor or servicing dealer.
Undercharged systemExcessive electrical load from added accessories.Remove accessories or install higher output alternator.

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.