Genset runs - but no electricity

CaptainDP

I recently purchased a 2000 Rinker 340. It's had some normal issues that are expected, but yesterday we were on the hook when we wanted the AC. I flipped the breaker switches at the electrical panel, then turned on the genset. No electrical. I moved the switches back. Still nothing. I tried starting it with the breakers set for genset and then shore power. Nothing.  It has a 5KW Kohler genset. Suggestions?

blackjack3

My 05 FV 270 has a main disconnect switch similar to a battery switch mounted above and backside of it.I had the same problem this spring when I went to use the genny and this switch was turned off.I guess when my dealer winterized it they must have switched it off because I know I didn't and it was fine last year.

explore7425

There are fuses on the unit as well. They are near the switch on the unit. You cant tell if they are bad by looking at them. You will have to test them with a meter. 

trich11

Do you try anything else on the boat to see if they worked? Did you meter show 115VAC on your panel?

TikiHut2

What type of genset is it. Presumably a Kohler 5E? Was it working ok lately?

I'd 2nd what trich said and also ask if the breaker on the genset itself is tripped/off. I flip mine off by accident almost every time I get in the engine compartment. Some of the guys here really know these gensets and I'm sure they'll have your answer. 

Hope it's an easy one, welcome to the forum and have a great season. Mike

CaptainDP

Shorepower works fine, shows on the panel and all of the outlets. I can't get at the genset very well myself - not as young (or thin) as I used to be. I just downloaded the manual to see where the breaker is on the genset itself.

TikiHut2

My Kohler 5E has a black breaker right on the front of the control box that's mounted up on top of the genset. Pretty easy to see but you may need your readers on . Good luck.

CaptainDP

Found it! It was the breaker at the genset control panel, probably tripped by my mechanic or the surveyor. Anyway, found a new use for the boat hook.  Thanks for all the help!