JCB Inadequate Ventilation / Overheating Enclosure

Generator enclosure becomes excessively hot; paint may discolor near exhaust or radiator.

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Possible Causes

Blocked air intake or discharge louvers, Exhaust recirculation into canopy, Fan failure, Installation too close to walls

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Hot surfaces and exhaust can cause burns. Allow cool‑down before touching panels.

  • Check airflow: Inspect JCB canopy intake and discharge grilles for debris, plastic bags, or vegetation. Remove obstructions.
  • Verify clearances: Ensure the generator has the minimum clearance from walls and other equipment as specified by JCB.
  • Exhaust routing: Confirm exhaust is correctly routed away from the intake side and not leaking into the canopy.
  • Fan operation: Check that the engine cooling fan is intact and rotating in the correct direction.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Cooling Fan
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