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Power Zone Autolight (optional) Controller

The Power Zone Autolight (optional) is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Generac, including the MLTS Export Power Option and MLTS Standard Unit.

2
Generator sets
Generac
Brand
Diesel
Fuel

Generator sets using this controller

2
Generac MLTS Export Power OptionGenerac MLTS Standard Unit

Engines paired with this controller

1

Troubleshooting

9

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
ALow engine oil pressure or high engine coolant temperatureSee General Troubleshooting — low oil pressure & high engine coolant temperature.
A+CEngine overspeed or engine underspeedCheck connection on W terminal of DC Charge Alternator—WH/VI to pin-9 on the Power Zone controller; Inspect function of DC charge alternator; Inspect tension of DC charge alternator drive belt; Contact Generac Mobile.
B+CLoss of speedCheck connection on W terminal of DC Charge Alternator—WH/VI to pin-9 on the Power Zone controller; Inspect function of DC charge alternator; Inspect tension of DC charge alternator drive belt; Contact Generac Mobile.
CFail to crank (AUTO mode only)See General Troubleshooting — fail to crank.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
High coolant temperature shutdownLow coolant levelAdd coolant if needed. Allow engine to cool, then check coolant level in radiator. Restart engine and check coolant temperature. Stop engine immediately if coolant temperature is 210 °F (99 °C) or more.
Low oil pressure shutdownLow oil levelVerify oil level on dipstick. Add oil, if needed.
Mast lights off, checking inside control boxLoose lighting connectionsInspect the connections inside the control box.
Mast lights off, checking outside control boxLight fixture is too hotAllow light to cool 10–15 minutes before restarting.
Unit cranks but does not startLow fuel levelCheck fuel level in tank. Verify fuel pump operation.

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.