Initial Steps - Kohler Power Systems 8RESV Service Manual

6.1 Initial Steps

WARNING
Risk of fire.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks near fuels or the fuel system.
Servicing the fuel system. A flash fire can cause severe
injury or death. Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks near
the carburetor, fuel line, fuel filter, fuel pump, or other potential
sources of spilled fuels or fuel vapors. Catch fuels in an
approved container when removing the fuel line or carburetor.
WARNING
Explosive fuel vapors.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Use extreme care when handling,
storing, and using fuels.
The fuel system. Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe
injury or death. Vaporized fuels are highly explosive. Use
extreme care when handling and storing fuels. Store fuels in a
well-ventilated area away from spark-producing equipment
and out of the reach of children. Never add fuel to the tank
while the engine is running because spilled fuel may ignite on
contact with hot parts or from sparks. Do not smoke or permit
flames or sparks to occur near sources of spilled fuel or fuel
vapors. Keep the fuel lines and connections tight and in good
condition. Do not replace flexible fuel lines with rigid lines. Use
flexible sections to avoid fuel line breakage caused by
vibration. Do not operate the generator set in the presence of
fuel leaks, fuel accumulation, or sparks. Repair fuel systems
before resuming generator set operation.
106 Section 6 Disassembly/Reassembly
Gas fuel leaks. Explosive fuel vapors can cause severe
injury or death. Fuel leakage can cause an explosion. Check
the LPG vapor or natural gas fuel system for leakage by using
a soap and water solution with the fuel system test pressurized
to 6--8 ounces per square inch (10--14 inches water column).
Do not use a soap solution containing either ammonia or
chlorine because both prevent bubble formation. A successful
test depends on the ability of the solution to bubble.
LPG liquid withdrawal fuel leaks. Explosive fuel vapors
can cause severe injury or death. Fuel leakage can cause
an explosion. Check the LPG liquid withdrawal fuel system for
leakage by using a soap and water solution with the fuel
system test pressurized to at least 90 psi (621 kPa). Do not
use a soap solution containing either ammonia or chlorine
because both prevent bubble formation. A successful test
depends on the ability of the solution to bubble.
Perform the following steps before disassembling the
generator set.
1. Press the OFF button on the controller.
2. Disconnect AC power to the generator set by
opening the upstream circuit breaker. (AC power is
connected to the generator set for battery charging
and AC-powered accessories.)
3. Disconnect the generator set engine starting
battery, negative (--) lead first.
4. Shut off the fuel supply. Disconnect the fuel supply
line. Ventilate the area to clear fumes.
5. Allow the generator set and engine to cool.
6. Drain the oil.
7. Verify that any hoists or lifting devices used in the
disassembly or reassembly procedure are rated
for the weight of the generator set.
Model
8RESV(L)
10/12REV(L)_
Weight
170 kg (375 lb.)
196 kg (433 lb.)
TP-6881 7/15