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Operation
Residential/Commercial Generator Sets
Models:
14/20RESA
14/20RESAL
Controllers:
RDC2
DC2
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California Proposition 65 WARNING Engineexhaustfromthisproductcontainschemicals knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,birth defects, or other reproductive harm. ProductIdentificationInformation Productidentificationnumbersdetermineserviceparts. ControllerIdentification Recordtheproductidentificationnumbersinthespaces Recordthecontrollerdescriptionfromthegeneratorset belowimmediatelyafterunpackingtheproductssothat operation manual, spec sheet, or sales invoice. the numbers are readily availabl
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TableofContents ProductIdentificationInformation ............................................................ 2 SafetyPrecautionsandInstructions ........................................................ 7 Introduction............................................................................... 11 ServiceAssistance ........................................................................ 13 Section1 DescriptionsandServiceViews .................................................. 15 1.1 Introduction
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TableofContents,continued 3.7 RDC2 Controller Menus ................................................ 36 3.8 Main Menu ........................................................... 36 3.9 Overview Menu ....................................................... 37 3.10 Engine Metering Menu ................................................. 37 3.11 Generator Metering Menu .............................................. 38 3.12 Generator Set Information Menu ........................................ 39 3.13
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TableofContents,continued 5.8 Storage Procedure .................................................... 66 5.8.1 Lubricating System ............................................ 66 5.8.2 Fuel System .................................................. 66 5.8.3 Cylinder Lubrication ........................................... 66 5.8.4 Exterior Preparation ........................................... 66 5.8.5 Battery....................................................... 66 Section6 Troubleshooting.......
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SafetyPrecautionsandInstructions IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS. AccidentalStarting WARNING Electromechanical equipment, including generator sets, transfer switches,switchgear,andaccessories, WARNING can cause bodily harm and pose life-threatening danger when improperly installed, operated, or maintained. To prevent accidents be Explosion. Can cause severe injury or death. aware of potential dangers and act safely. Read and follow all safety Relays in the battery charger Accidentalstarting. precaut
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Batterygases. Explosioncancause Servicingtheaircleaner. Asudden Generator set operation. Carbon severeinjuryordeath. Batterygases backfire can cause severe injury or monoxidecancauseseverenausea, cancauseanexplosion. Donotsmoke death. Do not operate the generator fainting,ordeath. Carbonmonoxide orpermitflamesorsparkstooccurnear set with the air cleaner removed. is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, abatteryatanytime,particularlywhen nonirritatinggasthatcancausedeathif Servicing the fuel system.
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FuelSystem HazardousNoise WARNING CAUTION WARNING Hazardousvoltage. Backfeedtotheutilitysystemcan cause property damage, severe Hazardousnoise. injury,ordeath. Explosivefuelvapors. Cancausehearingloss. Cancausesevereinjuryordeath. If the generator set is used for Never operate the generator set standby power, install an automatic Use extreme care when handling, without a muffler or with a faulty transferswitchtopreventinadvertent storing, and using fuels. exhaust system. interconnection of stand
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Welding on the generator set. Can HotParts Notice cause severe electrical equipment damage. Before welding on the NOTICE WARNING generator set perform the following Canadian installations only.For steps: (1) Removethebatterycables, standby service connect the output of negative (--) lead first. (2) Disconnect the generator set to a suitably rated all engine electronic control module transfer switch in accordance with (ECM) connectors. (3) Disconnect all Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. generato
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Introduction This manual provides operation and maintenance ListofRelatedLiterature instructions for residential/commercial model Figure 2 identifies related literature available for the 14/20RESA and RESAL generator sets equipped with generatorsetscoveredinthismanual. Onlytrainedand Kohler RDC2 or DC2 generator set/transfer switch qualified personnel should install or service the controllers. See Figure 1. The RDC2 and DC2 controllers control the generator set and the optional generator set. Mo
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The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the Nameplate EmissionControlorAirIndexlabelindicatesthenumber The following illustration shows a typical generator set ofoperatinghoursforwhichtheenginehasbeenshown nameplate. Copy the model, serial, and specification tomeetCARBorEPAemissionrequirements. Figure 3 numbersfromthenameplateintothespacesprovidedin provides the engine compliance period (in hours) theproductinformationsectionontheinsidefrontcover associated with the category descriptor, wh
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ServiceAssistance For professional advice on generator set power China requirementsandconscientiousservice,pleasecontact North China Regional Office, Beijing Phone: (86) 10 6518 7950 your nearest Kohler distributor or dealer. (86) 10 6518 7951 Consult the Yellow Pages under the heading (86) 10 6518 7952 Generators—Electric. Fax: (86) 10 6518 7955 East China Regional Office, Shanghai Visit the Kohler Power Systems website at Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500 KohlerPower.com. Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550 L
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Section1 DescriptionsandServiceViews 1.1 Introduction 1.4 Alternator The generator set specification sheets provide specific The generator uses Kohler’s unique PowerBoost generator and engine information. Refer to the spec voltage regulation system, which provides instant sheet for data not supplied in this manual. Consult the response to load changes. generatorsetservicemanual,engineoperationmanual, PowerBoost ensures reliable motor starting and andengineservicemanualforadditionalspecificatio
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The controller’s 2-line LCD screen displays status Front-access mini USB connector for SiteTech messages and system settingsthat areclear andeasy connection to read, even in direct sunlight or low light. Front access mini-breaker protects the alternator RDC2ControllerFeatures Integral Ethernet connector for Kohler OnCue Six-button keypad Built-in 2.5 amp battery charger OFF, AUTO, and RUN pushbuttons Remote two-wire start/stop capability for optional Select and arrow buttons f
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Automatic start with programmed cranking cycle DC2ControllerFeatures Four-button keypad: OFF, AUTO, RUN, and Exercise modes EXERCISE pushbuttons Unloaded weekly exercise with complete system LED indicators for OFF, AUTO, and RUN modes diagnostics Unloaded full-speed exercise LCD display: Loaded full-speed exercise (Model RXT ATS Two lines x 16 characters per line required) Backlit display with adjustable contrast for Front-access mini USB connector for SiteTech excellent v
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1.7.4 ProgrammableInterfaceModule 1.7 Accessories (PIM) The following optional accessories are offered for the RESA and RESAL generator sets. The optional Programmable Interface Module (PIM) provides two programmable inputs and six programmable dry contact outputs for connection to 1.7.1 CarburetorHeater customer-supplied equipment. The outputs are controlled by the RDC2 controller, and can also be An optional carburetor heater is recommended for controlled remotely using the OnCue program. impr
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1.8 ServiceViews 2 5 1 8 7 6 3 4 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16, 17 18 19 AIR INTAKE SIDE --PANEL REMOVED TO SHOW DETAIL 20 26 21 22 25 23 ADV-8424 24 1. Hinged inner cover 15. RDC2 or DC2 controller 2. Hinged roof 16. Field-connection terminal block (behind panel) 3. Air intake 17. Digital spark advance ignition (DSAI) leads 4. Lock 18. Fuelblock(14kWmodels)orLPorificelocation(20kWmodels, 5. Locking tool,provided with generator set inside hose fitting) 6. Exhaustoutlet 19. Fuel inlet 7. Oil check (dips
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