The Katolight Automatic Start controls is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Katolite, including the KLAS 103, KLAS 110 and KLAS 133.
| Symptom | Cause |
|---|---|
| Fail to crank | Blown fuse |
| Unit cranks, does not start | Low battery Voltage at start solenoid Voltage on Terminal No. 10 Fuel supply Voitage on Terminal No. 3 |
| Unit starts, but starter does not disengage | Overcrank = May not have received crank disconnect signal on Terminal No. 10 — defective timer. Low oil = Low oil level in crank-case — oil pump failed — defective switch. High water = Low water level in radiator — thermostat closed — broken fan belt — restricted air flow through radiator — ambient temperature too high — Defective switch. Overspeed = Lost governor control — defective switch. |
| Unit will start then fail | Loss of fuel Failure lights Loose or open connections Voltage on Terminal No. 10 Malfunctioning starter |
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.