Pulsar PG12000BCO OVERLOAD
What it means: The total load on the outlets exceeds the generator's running power. If the light turns on and the generator stops producing power, it has been overloaded. The light may flash briefly when a large device starts.
What to do
Turn off and disconnect all electrical devices and stop the engine. Compare device requirements to the generator rating and reduce connected wattage if necessary. Check and reset any tripped circuit breakers, then restart and reconnect devices without overloading.
When to call service
The manual lists steps the owner can take. If the code comes back after them, or you are unsure, contact an authorized service dealer. The unit stops or will not start until the cause is cleared.
Source: official Pulsar manual, page 14, read . Summary of the manual, not a reproduction.
Models this manual covers
Pulsar PG12000BCO, Pulsar PG7750BCO, Pulsar PG6580BCO, Pulsar PG105TiSRCO, Pulsar PG15KVTWBCO, Pulsar PG3500MRCO, Pulsar PGD170TiSRCO, Pulsar PG13000BRCO, Pulsar PG6580ECO, Pulsar PG4000BiSRCO, Pulsar PG5000BiSRCO, Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO, Pulsar PGD95BiSCO, Pulsar PGD105TiSCO.
Other PG12000BCO codes
Questions
What does Pulsar OVERLOAD mean?
The total load on the outlets exceeds the generator's running power. If the light turns on and the generator stops producing power, it has been overloaded. The light may flash briefly when a large device starts. (Pulsar manual for the PG12000BCO, page 14.)
How do I fix Pulsar OVERLOAD?
Turn off and disconnect all electrical devices and stop the engine. Compare device requirements to the generator rating and reduce connected wattage if necessary. Check and reset any tripped circuit breakers, then restart and reconnect devices without overloading.
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