No Start On Generator

[James Harvie]

My Kolher Generator, on my 82FC, wouldn't start. I found a 3 pole micro switch,
mounted under the fuel solonoid,(only 2 poles are used), It has a metal tab
connected to it, which strikes the linkage on the solonoid. I moved it by hand,
and the solonoid slowly engaged. Then it locked engaged, and I was able to start
the Gen. I checked the ground, and the voltage going to it, is fine, so I tried
to order one, from kohler, and they had no clue what I was talking about. I
checked my Gen manual, and found a switch marked "Limiting Switch", in the fuel
group. It's the only switch I saw listed. Is that the right switch?, and if so,
is it only available, through BlueBird?
My next question is, with the Gen running, I have power to the plug that
powers the Batt chargers, don't charge. Is there a diode or something in the
line, that could kep the chargers from charging, or are they burned out?
Ok one more question, then I'll give it a rest. My Gen is drawing 9 amps
(not running, with the Pos. cable disconnected, and a volt meter attatched in
series) I also disconnected the volt meter, and attatched a test light, in it's
place. the light is very dim, and when I reconnect the cable there isn't a very
big spark, so it's a slow draw. Any thoughts on where to start trobleshooting
this?

Thank you

Jimmy Harvie
82FC
SB

Boston Ma.


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