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Service Residential/Commercial Generator Sets Models: 17RES/RESL/RESNT 18RES/RESL/RESNT/TRES Controllers: ADC-RES Advanced Digital Control DC-RET Digital Control TP-6519 8/17c...
Safety Precautions and Instructions Accidental Starting IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING Electromechanical equipment, including generator sets, transfer WARNING switches, switchgear, and accessories, can cause bodily harm and pose life-threatening danger when improperly installed, operated, maintained. To prevent accidents be Explosion. Can cause severe injury or death. aware of potential dangers and act safely.
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Remove all jewelry before servicing the Combustible materials. A fire can Carbon monoxide symptoms. equipment. Discharge static electricity cause severe injury death. Carbon monoxide can cause severe from your body before touching Generator set engine fuels and fuel nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon batteries by first touching a grounded vapors are flammable and explosive.
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Hazardous Noise The fuel system. Explosive fuel WARNING vapors can cause severe injury or death. Vaporized fuels are highly CAUTION explosive. Use extreme care when handling and storing fuels. Store fuels in a well-ventilated area away from spark-producing equipment and out of Hazardous voltage.
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Welding on the generator set. Can Testing live electrical circuits. Servicing the alternator. Hot parts cause severe electrical equipment Hazardous voltage or current will can cause severe injury or death. damage. Before welding on the cause severe injury or death. Have Avoid touching the alternator field or generator set perform the following trained and qualified personnel take...
Information in this publication represents data available at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to change this publication and the products represented without notice and without any obligation or liability whatsoever.
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LP/natural gas minimum supply pressure, 7--11 (4--6) Generator sets covered in this manual are equipped in. H O (oz./in. with four-cycle, twin cylinder, air-cooled Kohler engines. Battery voltage 12 VDC Battery ground Negative For engine service information and specifications not Spark plug gap, mm (in.)
1.5 Alternator Specifications Alternator Specification 17/18RES/RESL/RESNT 18TRES Frequency Hz 50/60 Phase Single-Phase Three-Phase Number of leads Excitation method Static Excited Voltage regulator type Digital Coupling type Direct Insulation (rotor and stator) Epoxy varnish, vacuum impregnated Class 180 (H) Winding material Copper Bearing, number and type 1, Sealed Ball...
Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance See the Safety Precautions and Instructions at the WARNING beginning of this manual before attempting to service, repair, or operate the generator set. Have an authorized distributor/dealer perform generator set service. Alternator Service. Under normal operating conditions the generator set alternator does not require Accidental starting.
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Procedure Visually Inspect Check Change Clean Test Section System Component or Procedure Fuel Flexible lines and connections Main tank supply level (LP) Fuel piping Lubrication Oil level 2.2.2 8 or E Change oil 2.2.4 Y or 150 Replace filter 2.2.4 Y or 150 Crankcase breather hose Y or 500...
2.2 Lubrication System 2.2.3 Engine Oil Recommendation Use 5W-30 API (American Petroleum Institute) Service See Section 2.1, Service Schedule, for oil change and Class SG, SH, or SJ synthetic oil. Synthetic oil oxidizes oil filter replacement intervals. See Section 1.7, Service and thickens less than other oils and leaves the engine View, for the oil drain, oil check, oil fill, and oil filter intake valves and pistons cleaner.
3. Fill with oil. Clean the outside of the oil cooler fins with a brush or with compressed air. a. Fill the engine to the F mark on the dipstick. The engine oil capacity is approximately 2.8 L 2.3 Spark Plugs (3.0 qt.).
6. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with the two retaining knobs. 7. When element replacement is necessary, order genuine Kohler parts. 2.5 Cooling System tp6515 The engine fan draws cooling air through the openings 1.
2.6 Stepper Motor Coupling 2.7 Exhaust System Replace the stepper motor coupling and bushings at the Remove all combustible materials from the exhaust intervals shown in the service schedule. See the Parts location. Combustible materials include building Catalog for replacement part numbers. materials as well as natural surroundings.
Battery gases. Explosion can cause severe injury or death. Battery gases can cause an explosion. Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near a battery at any time, particularly when it is charging. Do not dispose of a battery in a fire.
2.10 Storage Procedure 2.10.3 Cylinder Lubrication 1. Remove the spark plugs. Perform the following storage procedure before removing the generator set from service for three 2. Pour one tablespoon of engine oil into each spark months or longer. Follow the engine manufacturer’s plug hole.
Section 3 Troubleshooting 3.1 Introduction Blown fuses. Fuses on the controller junction box protect the controller, SCR module, and optional Corrective action and testing in many cases requires relay interface board. A battery charger fuse is knowledge of electrical systems and electronic circuits. located in the positive battery lead.
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Replace fuse. Section 5.13.2. Generator Blown fuse F2 Use a test lamp or meter to check set engine fuse F2. If fuse blows again, disconnect Section 7 does not the following leads. Reconnect crank, one at a time and attempt to start continued...
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Spark plugs or Check spark plug wires and Tighten connections. Replace Cranks but spark plug connections. spark plug wires if damaged. does not connections start, Check spark plugs. Replace or clean and regap spark continued plugs.
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Ignition Test ignition components Replace ignition components if Engine S/M Starts components (spark according to instructions in the necessary. hard, control or ignition engine service manual. continued module) Insufficient fuel Check fuel pressure to the Contact fuel supplier to replace Section 5.12.2 pressure...
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Engine overloaded Reduce electrical load and check Unplug some lights or appliances — Stops operation. connected to the generator set. suddenly, continued Magnetic pickup Check for loose connections to Tighten connections to the mag Section 5.9 connections the mag pickup.
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Magnetic pickup Check for loose connections to Tighten mag pickup connections. Section 5.9 Operates connections the mag pickup. Replace damaged wiring. erratically, continued Governor Check governor operation. Adjust governor. Section 5.9 adjustment Check controller engine speed Adjust controller engine speed.
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Engine not running Check controller settings for unit Reset controller settings for unit Section 4.5 Lacks at rated rpm configuration (UC) and engine configuration (UC) and engine power, type (EC). * type (EC). * continued Check engine speed.
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Problem Possible Cause Test Corrective Action Reference Alternator or control Perform separate excitation Troubleshoot the alternator or Section 5.2 No output system procedure to isolate the problem control system components as voltage, to the alternator or the control described below and elsewhere in continued system.
3.4 Controller Troubleshooting Note: The DC-RET controller parameters are factory- set and cannot be changed in the field. Refer to the controller troubleshooting table in this section when troubleshooting procedures Section 3.3 indicate a possible controller problem. Always check the ADC-RES controller configuration settings before replacing the controller.
Section 4 Controller 4.1 Introduction This section covers operation, configuration, adjustment, and replacement of the ADC-RES and DC-RET controllers. See Section 3 for troubleshooting procedures. See Figure 4-1 for the controller location. Location GM57962 Top View 1. Controller display 8. Optional relay board location 2.
4.2 Controls and Display A three-position generator set master switch is mounted on the controller junction box. The ADC-RES controller has an LED display and a three-button keypad. See Figure 4-2. The DC-RET 4.2.1 Master Switch controller has an LED display. See Figure 4-3. The generator set master switch is a three-position (RUN\OFF/RESET\AUTO) rocker...
Control or Indicator Item Description Runtime hours Displays total generator set runtime hours while the generator set is running LED display and when no other codes are displayed. Metering display Displays AC voltage (output), frequency, and battery voltage. Press the up or (ADC-RES only) down arrow when runtime hours are displayed to step through these displays.
4.3 Sequence of Operation 4.3.3 Running Sequence When the engine speed reaches 750 rpm, the crank The following sections describe the controller sequence relay deenergizes and the crank LED turns off. When of operation during generator start, run, stop, and fault the output voltage reaches about 30 VAC, the flash relay shutdown modes.
4.4 Faults 4.4.1 Warnings The fault conditions listed in Figure 4-6 will cause the controller to display a fault code but will not shut down the generator set. Code Fault Description Check HB * High battery Fault code is displayed if the engine starting battery voltage rises Check the battery rating voltage warning above 16 VDC for a 12 VDC system or above 30 VDC for a 24 VDC...
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Section Code Fault Description Check Auxiliary Indicates a shutdown initiated by pushing the Reset the emergency stop button. Identify fault emergency stop switch or by tripping the and correct the cause of the tripped circuit circuit breaker. (TRES models only) breaker before resetting the circuit breaker.
4.5 Controller Configuration and 4.5.4 Voltage and Frequency Adjustments Adjustment, ADC-RES Voltage and/or frequency adjustments may be required The first step in troubleshooting the controller is to verify after controller replacement other service that the controller is correctly configured for the procedures.
The LED indicates power to the corresponding relay. If Troubleshooting the LED is illuminated but the relay is not activated, the First check for loose connections. Check the relay relay is faulty. board harness connections to the relay board, control board, and engine harness.
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TO RELAY BOARD P14 TO ENGINE HARNESS TO CONTROL BOARD P11 GM52639 Figure 4-12 Relay Board Connection Harness Check for loose customer connections to terminal strip Contact Ratings 10 A @ 120 VAC TB1 on the relay board. See Figure 4-10 and 10 A @ 28 VDC Figure 4-13.
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can cause severe injury or death. Before working on the generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the generator set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
Note: When replacing the SCR module, be sure to apply thermal compound to the back of the module to prevent overheating. Thermal compound is provided with the SCR module (--) replacement kit. 4.9 Controller Replacement If the troubleshooting procedures in Section 3 identify a failed controller, use the procedure in this section for controller replacement.
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Controller Replacement Procedure Note: Be careful of the leads and harness connected to the controller panel. 1. Open the enclosure roof. Prop the roof open using the roof stay or remove the roof if desired. See Figure 4-17. GM53102 1. User interface membrane 2.
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9. Check that the replacement board is positioned so controller’s configuration settings to match the that the display shows through the opening in the generator set system voltage/frequency and cover plate and then press the board onto the unit configuration. See Figure 4-20. standoffs.
Section 5 Component Testing and Adjustment 5.1 Theory of Operation 5.2 Separate Excitation The generator set utilizes a rotating-field alternator to To determine the cause of no or low AC output, refer to produce AC voltage. Upon activation of the generator the troubleshooting flowchart in Figure 5-2.
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Grounding electrical equipment. Hazardous voltage will 4. Check for AC output across the stator leads; see cause severe injury or death. Electrocution is possible Section 5.3, Stator. Compare the readings to the whenever electricity is present. Ensure you comply with all output values shown...
5.3 Stator The stator contains a series of coils of wire laid in a laminated steel frame. The stator leads supply AC voltage to the load and voltage regulator. Before testing the stator, inspect it for heat discoloration and visible damage to housing lead wires, exposed coil windings, and exposed areas of frame laminations.
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Leads Continuity 1 and 4 2 and 5 3 and 6 7 and 10 8 and 11 9 and 12 55 and 66 1 and 2, 3, 7, 8, or 9 1 and 55 Any stator lead and ground Figure 5-8 Continuity Test Results on a Good Stator (three-phase) tp6198 8.
5.4 Main Field (Rotor) 5. Check the rotor for continuity and resistance. Raise the brushes from the slip rings while The two-pole rotor creates the magnetic field needed to performing ohmmeter tests. Measure the rotor produce alternating current in the stator windings. resistance (ohms) between the two slip rings;...
5.5 Slip Rings Slip rings acquire a glossy brown finish in normal operation. Do not attempt to maintain a bright, newly-machined appearance on the slip rings. Cleaning with a dry, lint-free cloth is usually sufficient. Use very fine sandpaper (#00) and apply light pressure to remove roughness.
5.7 Voltage Connections 5.7.1 Voltage Connections, Single-Phase Models Single-phase generator sets are available from the factory connected for 110/220 volt 50 Hz or 120/240 volt 60 Hz. See Figure 5-11 for the factory connections. Generator sets are not reconnectable. LO (Neutral) Ground Load Factory two-pole...
5.8.1 Voltage Adjustment Procedure Note: The controller will time out and exit the adjustment mode after approximately 1 minute if Refer to Figure 5-19 through Figure 5-21 during the no buttons are pressed. Any unsaved changes adjustment procedure. are discarded if the controller times out before the settings are saved.
2. Start the generator set. Note: The controller will revert to the previous settings at the next startup if the changes 3. Follow the controller instructions in Figure 5-19 to are not saved. enter the adjustment mode. Increase or decrease voltage (parameter 1P) until the output reaches the 12.
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Output Voltage and Frequency Adjustment Mode: Display :* Move the generator set master switch to the RUN position. The generator set x x x x engine starts and the controller display shows the engine runtime hours. Hold: Wait about 5 seconds until the display changes from runtime hours to the program version number.
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Display : * Continued from Figure 5-19: Press: To enter engine governor speed coarse adjustment mode. (Parameter 4P) To raise or lower the engine speed in large increments. To enter engine governor speed fine adjustment mode. (Parameter 4P) To raise or lower the engine speed in smaller increments.
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S A V E There are 3 options when the display says SAVE: Press: To return to the first parameter, coarse voltage adjustment, to check or change settings before saving. See Figure 5-19. Y E S To save changes. To discard changes without saving. “Yes”or “no”...
5.9 Governor System Check the resistance across the magnetic pickup. See Section 5.9.4. The governor system consists of an electromechanical Check for dirt buildup on the magnetic pickup. Metal stepper motor (actuator) and a magnetic pickup. The filings or caked-on dirt or grease decreases the ADC-RES controls the governor system operation.
5.9.4 Governor System/Magnetic throttle is held steady, then the hunting/surging problems during operation are probably caused by Pickup Operation Test the governor. Proceed to Section 5.9.4. If the engine continues to operate erratically after the 4. If the engine speed hunts or surges while the previous checks, test the governor system operation throttle is held steady, check the carburetor and using the following procedure.
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Governor System Operation Test Procedure 1. Verify that the carburetor throttle linkage is connected to the stepper motor as shown in Figure 5-22. 2. Look for broken or loose wiring or plug connections if the stepper motor moves erratically. Check the condition of the throttle linkage, and verify that the throttle plate closes completely.
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f. Verify the magnetic pickup air gap after 10. Start the generator set. The stepper motor should tightening the locknut. step clockwise to the wide open throttle position. The stepper motor should remain in the clockwise g. Reinstall the engine blower housing. (throttle fully open) position.
5.9.5 Frequency Adjustment 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to obtain the rated frequency and stable operation. The engine speed determines the generator output frequency; 60 Hz units operate at 3600 rpm and 50 Hz 7. Save the settings. Refer to Section 5.8 for units run at 3000 rpm.
5.10 Fault Shutdown Tests Servicing the exhaust system. Hot parts can cause severe injury or death. Do not touch hot engine parts. The engine and exhaust system components become extremely Verify the operation of the generator set overspeed, hot during operation. overcrank, and low oil pressure shutdowns by performing the following tests.
5.10.2 Fault Shutdown Switches Check the low oil pressure and high engine temperature shutdown switches on the engine by performing the following tests. If the sensor does not function as described, replace it. DANGER Hazardous voltage. Moving parts. Will cause severe injury or death. GM51561A Operate the generator set only when 1.
5.12 Fuel Systems Remove the LOP switch and install an oil pressure gauge to verify that the engine oil pressure is within the range specified in Section 1, Specifications, before WARNING testing or replacing the LOP switch. To test the LOP switch, reinstall the switch and start the generator set.
5.12.2 Fuel Regulators The fuel lockoff prevents fuel flow when the engine is not operating. See Figure 5-32. Do not try to adjust the fuel The typical gaseous fuel system uses two regulators. pressure, fuel mixture, or engine speed using the fuel The primary regulator reduces the line pressure to an lockoff.
5.12.3 Fuel Conversion The multi-fuel system allows conversion from natural gas to LP vapor (or vice-versa) in the field while maintaining emissions-standard compliance. A trained technician or an authorized distributor/dealer can convert the fuel system. For LP vapor fuel, an orifice is used in the fuel line. The unit is typically shipped set up for natural gas, with the loose orifice tied near the fuel line.
13. Start the generator set by moving the generator set See Figure 5-37 for fuse part numbers. Always identify master switch to the RUN position. and correct the cause of a blown fuse before restarting the generator set. Refer to Section 3, Troubleshooting, 14.
5.15 Continuity Checks To further check generator set components, disconnect the battery and remove wiring harness plugs from the controller circuit board. Use an ohmmeter to check the DANGER continuity of the components listed in Figure 5-40. Also see Section 7, Wiring Diagrams. Figure 5-40 gives resistance readings for functional components.
Section 6 Disassembly/Reassembly This section provides instructions for the disassembly WARNING and reassembly of the generator set alternator. Before beginning the generator disassembly or reassembly procedure, carefully read all safety precautions at the beginning of this manual. The engine and generator set may use both American Hot engine and exhaust system.
6.2 Disassembly disassembly procedure provides important information to minimize disassembly time and indicates where special configurations exist which may require taking notes. Remove enclosure Remove the generator set enclosure as described in the following steps. See Figure 6-1. 1. Open the enclosure roof. 2.
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6. Remove two door screws. See Figure 6-3. Lift the 11. Disconnect output leads or load circuit cables at service-side door up and off. the field-connection terminal block. 12. Remove the heat shield over the silencer by removing four screws. See Figure 6-5. 13.
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15. Remove the exhaust shield and alternator air inlet Generator Disassembly duct. See Figure 6-7. 16. Remove the engine exhaust muffler and alternator heat shield. See Figure 6-9. a. Disconnect the muffler from the engine at the two flange connections. b.
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18. If the unit is not equipped with the stiffening plate 20. Remove the bolts holding the vibromount and the shown in Figure 6-10, raise the alternator end of stiffening plate to the bottom of the alternator. See the generator set enough to place a thin block of Figure 6-12.
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24. Raise the brushes in the brush holder and insert a small piece of wire into the brush holder retainer wire hole. See Figure 6-13 and Figure 6-15. 25. Check the brushes. a. Remove the brush holder from the end bracket. See Figure 6-13.
6.3 Reassembly 29. Remove the stator and rotor. a. Remove the stator from the rotor. 1. Reinstall the generator adapter onto the engine. b. Loosen but do not remove the rotor thrubolt. a. Attach the generator adapter to the engine Use a strap wrench on the rotor to keep the using four 7/16-14 x 1.0 in.
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3. Install the stator and end bracket. a. Align the stator so that the alternator frame vibromount points down toward the generator base. See Figure 6-19. Install the stator assembly around the rotor. b. Align the alignment mark on the top of the stator with the center of the slot in the generator adapter.
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d. Lower the end of the generator set and reinstall b. Verify that the brushes are centered on the slip the screws and washers that secure the rings. If required, insert spacers between the vibromount mounting plate to the generator set mounting surface and brush holder to center skid.
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10. Install the exhaust system. See Figure 6-25. 11. Connect the alternator leads inside the controller box. Refer to the wiring diagrams in Section 7 and a. Install the heat shield onto the alternator see Figure 6-26. exhaust support. a. Connect alternator leads 1 and 4 to the line b.
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15. Reinstall the enclosure panels in reverse order of removal. See Figure 6-27 and refer to the disassembly instructions, if necessary. a. Install the rear (alternator end) housing panel. b. Install the left (non-service side) housing panel. c. Install the heat shield over the muffler. d.
Appendix A Abbreviations The following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication. A, amp ampere cubic feet per minute est. estimated ABDC after bottom dead center center of gravity E-Stop emergency stop alternating current cubic inch displacement etc. et cetera (and so forth) analog to digital centerline...
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Motoren-und Turbinen-Union read only memory kilobyte (2 bytes) megawatt rot. rotate, rotating KBus Kohler communication protocol milliwatt revolutions per minute kilogram microfarad right side F kg/cm kilograms per square N, norm. normal (power source) remote terminal unit...
Appendix B Common Hardware Application Guidelines Use the information below and on the following pages to Steps for common hardware application: identify proper fastening techniques when no specific 1. Determine entry hole type: round or slotted. reference for reassembly is made. 2.
Appendix C General Torque Specifications American Standard Fasteners Torque Specifications Assembled into Assembled into Cast Iron or Steel Aluminum Torque Measurement Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Grade 2 or 5 Size 8-32 Nm (in. lb.) (16) (20) — 10-24 Nm (in.
Appendix D Common Hardware Identification Screw/Bolts/Studs Nuts Hardness Grades Head Styles Nut Styles American Standard Hex Head or Machine Head Hex Head Grade 2 Hex Head or Machine Head Lock or Elastic Grade 5 with Washer Flat Head (FHM) Square Grade 8 Grade 8/9 (Hex Socket Round Head (RHM)
Appendix E Common Hardware List The Common Hardware List lists part numbers and dimensions for common hardware items. American Standard Part No. Dimensions Part No. Dimensions Part No. Dimensions Type Hex Head Bolts (Grade 5) Hex Head Bolts, cont. Hex Nuts X-465-17 1/4-20 x .38 X-6238-14...
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Metric Hex head bolts are hardness grade 8.8 unless noted. Part No. Dimensions Part No. Dimensions Part No. Dimensions Hex Head Bolts (Full Thread), Hex Head Bolts (Partial Thread) Hex Head Bolts (Partial Thread), continued continued M931-05055-60 M5-0.80 x 55 M931-06040-60 M6-1.00 x 40 M933-12016-60...
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Metric, continued Part No. Dimensions Type Hex Nuts M934-03-50 M3-0.50 Standard M934-04-50 M4-0.70 Standard M934-04-B M4-0.70 Brass M934-05-50 M5-0.80 Standard M934-06-60 M6-1.00 Standard M934-06-64 M6-1.00 Std. (green) M6923-06-80 M6-1.00 Spiralock M982-06-80 M6-1.00 Elastic Stop M934-08-60 M8-1.25 Standard M6923-08-80 M8-1.25 Spiralock M982-08-80 M8-1.25 Elastic Stop...
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