Kohler 48RCLB Operation page 51

Service Schedule
Daily or Before Each Use
Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
Check coolant level and add coolant if necessary. w
Check for fluid leaks.
Check battery connections for tightness and signs of corrosion.
Check for fuel leaks, hissing, or gas odors.
Weekly
Check main tank supply level (LPG fuel).
Check for and remove obstructions or combustible materials near exhaust outlet.
Check for and remove obstructions near air intake.
Check AC electrical system for visible wear or damage.
Exercise the generator set.
Check for evidence of vibration, leakage, deterioration, unusual or excessive noise or temperature.
Monthly
Check battery charger operation, charge rate.
Quarterly (3 Months)
Remote control system, if equipped.
Check fuel lines and connections.
Check engine and generator for visible wear or damage.
Check interior of sound enclosure.
Every 6 Months
Check for wire abrasions where subject to motion.
Yearly
Inspect fuel piping.
Check and clean the radiator exterior.
Remove corrosion, clean and dry battery and rack.
Clean and tighten battery terminals and inspect boots.
Check battery electrolyte level and specific gravity. *
Tighten control and power wiring connections.
Check the DEPR fuel pressure.
Check the drive belt for cracks, splitting, or breaks.
Yearly or 150 hours
Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Inspect crankcase breather hose.
Check spark plugs.
Check the air cleaner element. [
Yearly or 400 hours
Replace the air cleaner element. [
3 Years or 500 hours
Check engine air induction system for leaks.
Check spark plug gap and adjust if necessary. Replace spark plugs if discolored or damaged.
Check spark plug wires for cuts, hardening or abrasions and replace as needed.
Check wire-cable insulation condition.
Change the engine coolant. w
Measure and record resistance readings of windings with insulation tester (Meggerr, with
SCR assembly or rectifier and load leads disconnected). ]
1000 hours
Replace spark plugs.
5 Years or 2000 hours
See the Engine Operation Manual for engine maintenance requirements.
* Not necessary for maintenance-free batteries.
[ Service more frequently under extremely dusty/dirty conditions.
] Have this service performed by an authorized distributor or dealer.
w Long-life coolant is recommended. When long-life coolant is used, the change interval is 5000 hours or 5 years. Do not mix coolant types.
Meggerr is a registered trademark of Biddle Instruments.
TP-7102 3/20
Reference
See Section 4.3
See Section 4.6
See Section 4.8
See Section 4.5
See Sections 2.3 and 2.5
See Section 4.8
See Section 4.8
See Section 4.8
Engine Operation Manual
Engine Operation Manual
See Section 4.3
Engine Operation Manual
See Section 4.7
See Section 4.4
See Section 4.4
See Section 4.7
See Section 4.6
Generator Set Service Manual
See Section 4.7
Engine Operation Manual
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance 51