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Kohler distributor or dealer. – Visit the KOHLER Co. website at KOHLERPower.com. – Look at the labels and decals on your KOHLER product or review the appropriate literature or documents included with the product. – Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.
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For KOHLER-SDMO power generating sets: – Visit the website the site of KOHLER-SDMO at www.kohlersdmo.com. – Pay attention to the labels and stickers on your KOHLER-SDMO product or check the corre- sponding literature or documents included with the product's scope of delivery.
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For further explanation or information, the Customer Service and Customer Service training center departments of the Kohler Co. are available any time to answer any queries. The OMM facilitates the operator's familiarization with the Diesel engine and prevents faults through incorrect operation.
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Kohler Co. will cancel any obligations entered into by Kohler Co. and/or its dealers, such as guar- antees, service contracts etc., without advance notice if any parts other than original KOHLER parts or spare parts purchased from Kohler Co.
The information on the engine control unit nameplate corresponds to the delivery status (ex: works Kohler Co.). Depending on software updates in the field, it may be the case that this infor- mation is no longer up to date.
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Fig. 12: Battery charging alternator Retrofitting preheating devices Information For the connections dimensions provided, contact your nearest authorized Kohler service repre- sentative. The interfaces for retrofitting preheating devices such as coolant, fuel and Diesel engine oil have already been integrated.
14 years. u Supply the required tools and spare parts. Information u The Customer Service training center departments of the Kohler Co. provides several training programs. u Please contact your nearest authorized Kohler service representative for queries. 2.2.2 International standard classification of occupations...
Any other use above and beyond this is considered to be improper use. In this case, Kohler Co. is not liable for any damages. The risk is placed solely on the user.
– Attach external cables and wires on Diesel engine cables and pipes. – Drawing power from the damper side. – Unauthorized modifications to the Diesel engine. In this case, Kohler Co. is not liable for any damages. The risk is borne solely by the user. NOTICE Risk of engine failure! Non-compliant installation according to installation plan and torque tightening values will lead to engine main failure (leakage in the charge air circuit, parts ejection, and others).
Risk of engine failure by use of non-compliant operating fluids! Use of non-compliant operating fluids will lead to engine main failure. u Use only operating fluids tested and approved by Kohler Co. NOTICE Risk of engine failure by use of non-original spare parts! The use of original spare parts guarantees the compliance with the technical requirements estab- lished by Kohler Co.
The generator set owner shall measure the foundation performances before storing the engine. (For more information see: 3.2 Dimensions and weight, page 54) Information Kohler Co. provides one wooden stand with engine. For transportation and storage use the provided stand. Steel stands are available for long term storage.
The measures set herein are used for protection against engine corrosion damages when suspended for up to 12 months. Divergent measures must be coordinated with Kohler Co. The Diesel engine is installed. u Fill with operating fluids until it reaches the maximum level.
Using starting aids containing ether could cause serious injury or death by inhalation of toxic gazes. u Do not use starting aids containing ether. The KOHLER generators are equipped with a preheating system. Fig. 44: Precautions at cold temperatures The following precautions improve the starting performance at low temperatures. Precautions: u Check battery charging.
Preparatory maintenance activities are fullfilled. (For more information see: 5.5 Preparatory maintenance activities, page 91) q Original KOHLER oil filters with the seals are provided. q A suitable drainage container is available. q The required quantity of approved oil is provided.
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(For more information see: 5.5 Preparatory maintenance activities, page 91) q A container with the required capacity is ready. q Original KOHLER oil filters with the seals are provided. q A suitable drainage container is available. q The required quantity of approved oil is provided.
(For more information see: 5.5 Preparatory maintenance activities, page 91) q A container with the required capacity is ready. q Original KOHLER main fuel filters are available. q A suitable drainage container is available. q A fuel filter ribbon spanner is available.
5.11.1 Handling lubricants and operating fluids Information u Only fuel and lubricants approved by Kohler Co. may be used for the operation of KOHLER Diesel engines. Kohler Co. will declare all possible undertakings carried out by Kohler Co. and/or their dealers, such as guarantees, service orders, etc. null and void without advance notice, if fuel and lubricants other than fuel and lubricants approved by Kohler Co.
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BS 2869 British specification Information It is recommended to add a polishing primary fuel filtering system on the storage tank for standby application due the bio content. For further information, please contact your nearest authorized Kohler service representative. Fuel Name Detail Restriction...
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Information Alternative fuels can impact the engine performances (power lost, higher consumption, etc..). Maintenance schedule must be revised according to the fuel quality of these non-standard fuels. For further information, please contact your nearest authorized Kohler service representative. Type Detail...
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From the indicated test methods and limit values, it emerges when the result of a single oil sample analysis is to be viewed as abnormal. Kohler Co. recommends to perform lube oil analysis of used engine lube oil for the following parameters (minimum list).
Keep the cooling system clean and sealed. Coolant is a mixture of water with corrosion-inhibiting antifreeze products as additives. KOHLER engines are tested and approved with SI-OAT-Technology based on Ethylene glycol. These products are based on BASF Glysantin G40 or G48 coolants.
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NOTICE Corrosion inhibitors has to insufficient cavitation protection and lower boiling point limit. Property damages by cavitation, corrosion or overheating. u Corrosion inhibitors are forbidden on KOHLER engines. Fresh water requirements NOTICE Using inadequate water could alterate the coolant properties and deposit impurities in the cooling circuit.
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Keep the cooling system clean and sealed. Information If indicated coolant cannot be obtained locally: u Use coolant which corresponds to the “Coolant specification for KOHLER diesel engines”. For inquiries, please contact your nearest authorized Kohler service representative. Coolant monitoring Carry out periodic coolant analysis to check the used coolant.
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Flushing and cleaning specifications for engine coolants circuits Cleaning agents are not necessary. A mixture of fresh coolant with some biocides is suitable (for example, Grotan WS). Kohler Co. recommends following list of biocidal chemicals for cleaning. Manufacturer Product name Concentration for use Order no.
Error code list extracted from ECU software version 21.12.10 and dataset revision 9. The following error code table is indicative. Refer to the technical data sheet of your engine for the latest software version. For further information, please contact your nearest authorized Kohler service representative. Abbreviations: – SPN - Suspect Parameter Number –...
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