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- Page 1 Operation Residential/Commercial Generator Sets Models: 17RES Controller: Advanced Digital Control ADC-RES TP-6515 10/07...
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Page 2: Product Identification Information
California Proposition 65 WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Product Identification Information Product identification numbers determine service parts. Controller Identification Record the product identification numbers in the spaces Record the controller description from the generator set below immediately after unpacking the products so that operation manual, spec sheet, or sales invoice. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Product Identification Information ............Safety Precautions and Instructions . - Page 4 Table of Contents, continued 3.11 Storage Procedure ........... . 3.11.1 Lubricating System .
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Page 5: Safety Precautions And Instructions
Safety Precautions and Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Accidental Starting WARNING Electromechanical equipment, including generator sets, transfer WARNING switches, switchgear, and accessories, can cause bodily harm and pose life-threatening danger when improperly installed, operated, or maintained. To prevent accidents be Explosion. aware of potential dangers and act Can cause severe injury or death. - Page 6 Battery gases. Explosion can cause Servicing the fuel system. A flash Carbon monoxide symptoms. severe injury or death. Battery gases fire can cause severe injury or death. Carbon monoxide can cause severe can cause an explosion. Do not smoke Do not smoke or permit flames or nausea, fainting, or death.
- Page 7 Fuel System Hazardous Voltage/ Grounding electrical equipment. Hazardous voltage cause Moving Parts severe injury or death. Electrocution is possible whenever electricity is WARNING present. Ensure you comply with all WARNING applicable codes standards. Electrically ground the generator set, transfer switch, and related equipment and electrical circuits.
- Page 8 Hot Parts WARNING WARNING Airborne particles. cause severe injury Hot engine and exhaust system. blindness. Can cause severe injury or death. Wear protective goggles and clothing Do not work on the generator set until it cools. when using power tools, hand tools, or compressed air.
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Page 9: Introduction
Refer to TP-6514, Installation Manual, for installation The 17RES generator set engine is certified to meet instructions. emission regulations for U.S. EPA phase 2 small off-road engines and CA 2006 and later LSI engines Information in this publication represents data available (large spark-ignited engines at or below 1 liter). -
Page 10: Service Assistance
Visit the Kohler Power Systems website at Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500 KohlerPower.com. Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550 Look at the labels and stickers on your Kohler product India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka or review the appropriate literature or documents India Regional Office included with the product. -
Page 11: Section 1 Features
Engine runtime, hours AC voltage 1.2 Generator Frequency (Hz) Engine temperature The generator uses Kohler’s unique PowerBoostt voltage regulation system, which provides instant Battery voltage response to load changes. Crank cycle status Setup information PowerBoostt ensures reliable motor starting and Application software version consistent voltage levels. -
Page 12: Generator Set Components
1.5 Generator Set Components Control detail, top view See control detail ADV-7341A-B 1. Muffler 17. Exhaust outlet 2. Oil check 18. Relay board location (optional) 3. Oil fill 19. Carburetor heater access opening 4. Air cleaner 20. LP fuel orifice location (inside hose fitting) 5. -
Page 13: Section 2 Operation
Section 2 Operation 2.1 Prestart Checklist 2.3 ADC-RES Controls and Indicators To ensure continued satisfactory operation, perform the following checks or inspections before or at each Figure 2-1 illustrates the ADC-RES user interface and startup, as designated, and at the intervals specified in other items on the generator set junction box. -
Page 14: Controller Keypad
buttons are used to step through the other displays as 2.3.3 Generator Set Master Switch described in Section 2.3.2. The generator set master switch is located on the When the master switch is in AUTO, the display turns off junction box below the ADC-RES user interface. The 48 hours after generator set shutdown. -
Page 15: Controller Power
2.4 Controller Power Crank Cycle The controller attempts to start the generator set three The ADC-RES is powered by the generator set engine times (three crank cycles, 15 seconds crank and starting battery. 15 seconds off). See Figure 2-3 for display information during the crank cycle. -
Page 16: Faults
2.6 Faults Use the following procedure to reset the generator set controller after a fault shutdown. 2.6.1 Shutdowns 1. Move the generator set master switch to OFF/RESET. Under the fault shutdown conditions listed in Figure 2-4, the generator set shuts down automatically and the 2. - Page 17 Code Fault Description Check Auxiliary fault Not used. — input shutdown High engine Shutdown occurs if the engine coolant temperature exceeds the Check for blocked air inlets and exhaust temperature maximum temperature for more than 5 seconds. This protective outlets. shutdown becomes active after the engine reaches the crank disconnect speed.
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Page 18: Battery Charger
2.7 Battery Charger The generator set is equipped with a 6-amp float/equalize battery charger to maintain the engine starting battery. The charger’s power cord must be connected to a 120 VAC power source. Figure 2-5 illustrates the battery charger. The battery charger uses an AGS 10 inline fuse. The fuse is located in the battery lead. -
Page 19: Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance WARNING WARNING Hazardous voltage. Moving parts. Accidental starting. Can cause severe injury or death. Can cause severe injury or death. Operate the generator set only when Disconnect the battery cables before all guards and electrical enclosures working on the generator set. -
Page 20: Service Schedule
3.2 Service Schedule Procedure Visually Inspect Section Check Change Clean Test System Component or Procedure Fuel Flexible lines and connections Main tank supply level Fuel piping Lubrication Oil level 3.3.2 8 or E Change oil 3.3.4 Y or 150 Replace filter 3.3.4 Y or 150 Crankcase breather hose... -
Page 21: Lubrication System
3.3 Lubrication System and thickens less than other oils and leaves the engine intake valves and pistons cleaner. See Section 3.2, Service Schedule, for oil change and oil filter replacement intervals. See Section 1.5, Service 3.3.4 Oil Change Procedure Views, for the oil drain, oil check, oil fill, and oil filter locations. -
Page 22: Oil Cooler
3. Fill with oil. Clean the outside of the oil cooler fins with a brush or with compressed air. a. Fill the engine to the F mark on the dipstick. The engine oil capacity is approximately 2.8 L 3.4 Spark Plugs (3.0 qt.). -
Page 23: Air Cleaner Service
3.5 Air Cleaner Service Kohler element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or The engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density damaged. paper air cleaner element. See Figure 3-5. 4. When servicing the air cleaner, check the air cleaner base and latch. -
Page 24: Exhaust System
3.7 Exhaust System Battery gases. Explosion can cause severe injury or death. Battery gases can cause an explosion. Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near a battery at any time, Remove all combustible materials from the exhaust particularly when it is charging. -
Page 25: Battery Charger
3.9 Battery Charger The generator set is equipped with a 6-amp Model Circuit Breaker Rating, Amp float/equalize battery charger to maintain the engine 17RES starting battery. Figure 3-8 illustrates the battery Figure 3-9 Line Circuit Breaker Rating charger. The charger’s DC leads are factory-wired. Periodically 3.10.2 Fuses... -
Page 26: Storage Procedure
3.11 Storage Procedure 3.11.3 Cylinder Lubrication 1. Remove the spark plugs. Perform the following storage procedure before removing the generator set from service for three 2. Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into each spark months or longer. Follow the engine manufacturer’s plug hole. -
Page 27: Section 4 Troubleshooting
Section 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Controller Troubleshooting Use the following charts to diagnose and correct Figure 4-1 contains troubleshooting, diagnostic, and common problems. First check for simple causes such repair information for the ADC-RES controller. as a dead engine starting battery, loose connections, or an open circuit breaker. -
Page 28: Generator Set Troubleshooting
4.3 Generator Set Troubleshooting If a fault code is displayed, identify and correct the cause of the fault condition. Then reset the controller. See Figure 4-2 contains generator set troubleshooting, Section 2.6.3. diagnostic, and repair information. Check for loose connections before replacing parts. Fault Codes The Advanced Digital Control displays fault codes to aid in troubleshooting. -
Page 29: Battery Charger Troubleshooting
4.4 Battery Charger Troubleshooting Use the battery charger’s LED indicators and the table in Figure 4-3 to troubleshoot battery charger operation problems. Problem Cause Solution Red LED stays One or more inoperative or damaged cells. Load test the battery and replace, if necessary on for more than Battery charger has reduced its output voltage below Remove the source of the overload or short. - Page 30 Notes Section 4 Troubleshooting TP-6515 10/07...
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Page 31: Appendix A Abbreviations
Appendix A Abbreviations The following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication. A, amp ampere cubic feet per minute est. estimated ABDC after bottom dead center center of gravity E-Stop emergency stop alternating current cubic inch displacement etc. et cetera (and so forth) analog to digital centerline... - Page 32 Motoren-und Turbinen-Union read only memory kilobyte (2 bytes) megawatt rot. rotate, rotating KBus Kohler communication protocol milliwatt revolutions per minute μF kilogram microfarad right side kg/cm kilograms per square N, norm. normal (power source) remote terminal unit...
- Page 36 For the nearest sales/service outlet in the US and Canada, phone 1-800-544-2444 KohlerPower.com Kohler Power Systems Asia Pacific Headquarters TP-6515 10/07 7 Jurong Pier Road Singapore 619159 E 2007 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved. Phone (65) 6264-6422, Fax (65) 6264-6455...