Preheat Feature; Starting Procedure; Stopping Procedure - Kohler 15CCO Service Manual

Preheat Feature

During cold weather starts (below 23_F [--5_C]), place
controller start switch in STOP/PREHEAT position for
15 to 20 seconds before attempting to start the
generator set. This provides energizing of the air heater
coil. Do not energize preheat feature for more than 30
seconds or damage may occur.

Starting Procedure

Move the START-STOP/PREHEAT switch to the
START position and hold in this position until the engine
is running, then release. Do not crank engine
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, allow a 60-second cooldown
period between cranking attempts. If the unit fails to start
after three attempts, contact an authorized service
dealer/distributor for repair. Failure to follow these
guidelines may result in burnout of the starter motor.
If the engine starts and then stops, allow the engine to
come to a complete stop before making a restart
attempt. If the flywheel ring gear is still rotating when the
starter pinion gear is engaged, the pinion gear will clash
which may damage the ring gear teeth.
If ambient temperature is below 23_F (--5_C), see
"Preheat Feature".
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Stopping Procedure

Whenever possible, allow a brief cooling period by
running the set at low or no load for a few minutes just
prior to shutdown. To stop, move the switch to the STOP
position and hold until the set comes to a complete halt.
If the generator set shuts down automatically, identify
and correct the problem before attempting to restart.
Do not place Start-Stop/Preheat switch in Stop/Preheat
position for more than 30 seconds or damage to the
preheat feature may occur.
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