Section 1 Specifications And Features; Introduction; Decision-Makerr 3+, 16-Light Controller Features - Kohler 20-2250 kW Operation

1.1 Introduction

The specification sheets for each generator set provide
specific generator and engine information. Refer to the
respective specification sheet for data not supplied in
this manual. Consult the generator set service manual,
installation manual, engine operation manual, and
engine service manual for additional specifications.
1.2 Decision-Makerr 3+, 16-Light
Controller Features
The 16-light controller can operate in either the normal
mode or the prime power mode. The prime power mode
allows reduced controller current draw in applications
without a battery charger, minimizing battery drain by
the controller circuitry. See Section 2.3.2, Prime Power
Mode Operation, for more information.
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1. Fuses (inside controller)
2. Frequency meter
3. AC voltmeter
4. Controller TB1 and TP2 terminal strips
(on circuit board)
5. AC ammeter
6. Scale lamps (upper/lower)
Figure 1-1 Decision-Makerr 3+, 16-Light Controller
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7. Selector switch
8. Annunciator panel lamps
9. Alarm silence switch
10. Lamp test
11. Generator set master switch
12. Alarm horn
13. Emergency stop switch (if equipped)
Figure 1-1 shows the 16-light (level 1) controller. The
16-light controller features include annunciator panel
lamps, analog meters, switches and controls, and fuses
and terminal strips.
explanation of the functions, see Sections 1.2.1 through
1.2.7.
Note: Some installations
microprocessor
applications.
may have remote start and no time delay for
engine cooldown
switchgear literature for configuration and
function.
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use modified
controllers with
These nonstandard controllers
circuitry. Consult
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14. DC voltmeter
15. Water temperature gauge
16. Voltage adjustment (if equipped)
17. Oil pressure gauge
18. Hourmeter
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