Cold Weather Package; Battery Heater - Kohler 26RCA Installation Manual

5.7 Cold Weather Package

The cold weather package is recommended for reliable operation at temperatures below 0°C (32°F). The cold weather package
includes the kits shown in the following sections. The kits shown below are also available separately.
WARNING
Servicing the engine heater. Hot parts can cause minor personal injury or property damage. Install the heater before
connecting it to power. Operating the heater before installation can cause burns and component damage. Disconnect power to
the heater and allow it to cool before servicing the heater or nearby parts.
5.7.1

Battery Heater

Optional 120 VAC and 240 VAC battery heater kits are available. The heater is thermostatically controlled. See Figure 47.
Wrap the heater around the battery and secure the cord using the strap or cable ties provided with the kit. See Figure 48. Plug
the power cord into an AC receptacle.
240 volt kits use a 3-pin power connector. Knockouts are located in the bulkhead for the 240 VAC power connector. The
240 volt battery heater kit includes an adapter harness that allows connection of up to three accessories.
Battery Heater Specifications
Heater Part Number
Heater wrap voltage
Heater wrap rating, Watts
Thermostat temperatures:
On
Off
Battery wrap length, mm (in.)
Power cord length, mm (in.)
Figure 47 Battery Heater Specifications
Battery heater
Cable ties
Power cord for
240 volt kits
Note:
Adapter harness for multiple accessories not shown.
Figure 48 Battery Heater, typical
TP-7091 4/23
Hot engine and exhaust system.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Do not work on the generator set until it cools.
GM103782 GM118787
100-120 VAC or
120 VAC
200-240 VAC
50/60 Hz
50/60 Hz
50
16°C (60°F)
27°C (80°F)
864 (34)
1830 (72) 483 (19)
GM92406
Battery (not included
in battery heater kit)
Cable ties
Battery heater
GM119028
55