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Generator battery and over heat

I assume the Kobota generator ( 10k ) 4 cylinder starts from the house batteries? And if it overheats is there an auto shutdown or light shows up on the dash?
Thanks
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: Generator battery and over heat

Reply #1 –
You are correct about the batteries and there being a shut down for overheat.  The light will be on the panel on the generator I believe.  Be sure the electric fan is running to cool the radiator.
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Re: Generator battery and over heat

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My 8KW starts from house and auto shuts down with over heat. It has successfully shut down on its own several times. You will get an indication at the dash, but the explanation will be at the generator control box depending on the trouble light that is illuminated. I'm grateful mine shut down with a loose fan belt and again with leaking radiator.
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My control box is next to the squirrel  fan under the driver's seat. Very hard to see the lights. as it is sideways. But space is tight there.
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Reply #4 –
Super. Now I know. This genny is so quiet but a bit stinky
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.