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Kohler 12RESM1 Service Manual (132 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 8 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
7
Hot Parts
10
Introduction
11
- List of Related Materials
  11
Service Assistance
12
Section 1 Specifications
13
- Introduction
  13
- Controller Specifications
  13
- Engine Features
  13
- Engine Specifications
  14
- Torque Specifications
  14
- Alternator Specifications
  15
- Service Views
  16
Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance
19
- Service Schedule
  19
- Lubrication System
  21
  - Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
    21
  - Oil Level Check
    21
  - Engine Oil Recommendation
    21
  - Oil Change Procedure
    21
  - Oil Cooler
    22
- Spark Plugs
  22
- Air Cleaner Element and Precleaner
  23
- Cooling System
  24
- Exhaust System
  24
- Battery
  24
  - Cleaning Battery
    25
  - Battery Charger
    25
- Storage Procedure
  26
  - Lubricating System
    26
  - Fuel System
    26
  - Internal Engine Components (Gas/Gasoline-Fueled Engines)
    26
  - Exterior
    26
  - Battery
    26
Section 3 Troubleshooting
27
- Introduction
  27
- Initial Checks
  27
- Troubleshooting Chart
  27
- Controller Troubleshooting
  33
Section 4 ADC 2100 and DC 2200 Controllers
35
- Introduction
  35
- Controller Display and Keypad
  36
- Sequence of Operation
  37
- Faults
  37
  - Warnings
    37
  - Shutdowns
    37
- ADC 2100 Controller Configuration and Adjustment
  40
- Continuous Power Mode Jumper
  46
- Master Switch
  48
- Relay Interface Board (RIB)
  48
- Controller Replacement
  49
Section 5 ADC-RES and DC-RET Controller
53
- Introduction
  53
- Controls and Display
  54
  - Master Switch
    54
  - LED Display
    54
  - Keypad
    55
- Sequence of Operation
  56
- Faults
  57
  - Warnings
    57
  - Shutdowns
    57
- Controller Configuration and Adjustment, ADC-RES
  59
- Voltage and Frequency Adjustments
  62
  - Voltage Adjustment
    62
  - Frequency Adjustment
    63
- Controller Relays
  66
- Optional Relay Board
  67
  - Relay Board Troubleshooting
    67
  - Relay Board Replacement Procedure
    69
- Controller Replacement
  70
Section 6 Component Testing and Adjustment
73
- Theory of Operation
  73
- Separate Excitation
  73
- Stator
  74
- Main Field (Rotor)
  77
- Slip Rings
  78
- Brushes
  78
- Voltage
  79
- Silicon Controlled Rectifier Module
  82
- Electromechanical Governor System
  84
  - Hunting/Surging
    85
    
    Governor System/Magnetic Pickup Operation Test
    85
    
    Frequency Adjustment
    88
- Mechanical Governor
  89
- Fault Shutdown Tests
  91
  - Controller Fault Shutdown Functions
    91
  - Fault Shutdown Switches
    92
- Fuel Systems
  93
  - Gas Piping
    93
  - Fuel Solenoid Valve
    93
  - Fuel Regulators
    93
  - Fuel Conversion
    94
  - Digital Spark Advance Ignition
    96
  - Fuel Metering Valve Adjustment
    96
- Starter Relay
  98
- Continuity Checks
  98
- Fuses
  98
- Disassembly
  101
Section 7 Disassembly/Reassembly
101
- Reassembly
  105
Section 8 Wiring Diagrams
109
Appendix A Abbreviations
123
Appendix B Common Hardware Application Guidelines
125
Appendix C General Torque Specifications
126
Appendix D Common Hardware Identification
127
Appendix E Common Hardware List
128

Kohler 12RESM1 Service (132 pages)

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 9 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
7
Fuel System
8
Hot Parts
10
Introduction
11
- List of Related Materials
  11
Service Assistance
12
Section 1 Specifications
13
- Introduction
  13
- Controller Specifications
  13
- Engine Features
  13
- Engine Specifications
  14
- Torque Specifications
  14
- Alternator Specifications
  15
- Service Views
  16
Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance
19
- Service Schedule
  19
- Lubrication System
  21
  - Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
    21
  - Oil Level Check
    21
  - Engine Oil Recommendation
    21
  - Oil Change Procedure
    21
  - Oil Cooler
    22
- Spark Plugs
  22
- Air Cleaner Element and Precleaner
  23
- Cooling System
  24
- Exhaust System
  24
- Battery
  24
  - Cleaning Battery
    25
  - Battery Charger
    25
- Storage Procedure
  26
  - Lubricating System
    26
  - Fuel System
    26
  - Internal Engine Components (Gas/Gasoline-Fueled Engines)
    26
  - Exterior
    26
  - Battery
    26
Section 3 Troubleshooting
27
- Introduction
  27
- Initial Checks
  27
- Troubleshooting Chart
  27
- Controller Troubleshooting
  33
Section 4 ADC 2100 and DC 2200 Controllers
35
- Introduction
  35
- Controller Display and Keypad
  36
- Sequence of Operation
  37
- Faults
  37
  - Warnings
    37
  - Shutdowns
    37
- ADC 2100 Controller Configuration and Adjustment
  40
- Continuous Power Mode Jumper
  46
- Master Switch
  48
- Relay Interface Board (RIB)
  48
- Controller Replacement
  49
Section 5 ADC-RES and DC-RET Controller
53
- Introduction
  53
- Controls and Display
  54
  - Master Switch
    54
  - LED Display
    54
  - Keypad
    55
- Sequence of Operation
  56
- Faults
  57
  - Warnings
    57
  - Shutdowns
    57
- Controller Configuration and Adjustment, ADC-RES
  59
- Voltage and Frequency Adjustments
  62
  - Voltage Adjustment
    62
  - Frequency Adjustment
    63
- Controller Relays
  66
- Optional Relay Board
  67
  - Relay Board Troubleshooting
    67
  - Relay Board Replacement Procedure
    69
- Controller Replacement
  70
Section 6 Component Testing and Adjustment
73
- Theory of Operation
  73
- Separate Excitation
  73
- Stator
  74
- Main Field (Rotor)
  77
- Slip Rings
  78
- Brushes
  78
- Voltage
  79
- Silicon Controlled Rectifier Module
  82
- Electromechanical Governor System
  84
  - Governor System/Magnetic Pickup Operation Test
    85
  - Hunting/Surging
    85
  - Frequency Adjustment
    88
  - Controller Fault Shutdown Functions
    91
  - Fault Shutdown Switches
    92
  - Gas Piping
    93
  - Fuel Conversion
    94
  - Digital Spark Advance Ignition
    95
  - Fuel Metering Valve Adjustment
    96
  - Digital Spark Advance Ignition
    96
- Fuses
  98
- Disassembly
  101
Appendix A Abbreviations
123
Appendix B Common Hardware Application Guidelines
125
Appendix C General Torque Specifications
126
Appendix D Common Hardware Identification
127
Appendix E Common Hardware List
128

Kohler 12RESM1 Operation Manual (48 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 1 MB

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
10
Section 1 Features
11
Specifications
11
Generator
11
Engine
11
Advanced Digital Control
11
Generator Set Components
12
Section 2 Operation
15
Prestart Checklist
15
DC-RET Controller
15
Generator Set Master Switch
15
LED Display
16
Controller Power
16
Standby Mode
16
Sleep Mode
16
Generator Set Operation
16
Starting Generator Set
16
Stopping Generator Set
17
Exercising Generator Set
17
Faults
17
Shutdowns
17
Warnings
17
Resetting Controller after a Fault Shutdown
17
Battery Charger
19
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance, 12 Kw Models
21
Routine Maintenance
21
Service Schedule, 12 Kw Models
22
Lubrication System
23
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
23
Oil Check
23
Engine Oil Recommendation
23
Oil Change Procedure
23
Oil Cooler
24
Spark Plugs
25
Air Cleaner Element and Precleaner
25
Precleaner Service
26
Paper Element Service
26
Cooling System
26
Exhaust System
27
Battery
27
Battery Charger
28
Circuit Protection
28
Line Circuit Breaker
28
Fuses
28
Storage Procedure
29
Lubricating System
29
Fuel System
29
Cylinder Lubrication
29
Exterior Preparation
29
Battery
29
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance, 18 Kw Models
31
Routine Maintenance
31
Service Schedule, 18 Kw Models
32
Lubrication System
33
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
33
Oil Check
33
Engine Oil Recommendation
33
Oil Change Procedure
33
Oil Cooler
34
Spark Plugs
34
Air Cleaner Service
35
Cooling System
35
Exhaust System
36
Battery
36
Battery Charger
37
Circuit Protection
37
Line Circuit Breaker
37
Fuses
37
Storage Procedure
38
Lubricating System
38
Fuel System
38
Cylinder Lubrication
38
Exterior Preparation
38
Battery
38
Section 5 Troubleshooting
39
Introduction
39
Controller Troubleshooting
39
Generator Set Troubleshooting
39
Battery Charger Troubleshooting
41
Appendix A Abbreviations
43

Kohler 12RESM1 Operation (48 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 2 MB

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
11
Section 1 Features
13
Specifications
13
Generator
13
Engine
13
Advanced Digital Control
13
Generator Set Components
14
Section 2 Operation
17
Prestart Checklist
17
DC-RET Controller
17
Generator Set Master Switch
17
LED Display
18
Controller Power
18
Standby Mode
18
Sleep Mode
18
Generator Set Operation
18
Starting Generator Set
18
Stopping Generator Set
19
Exercising Generator Set
19
Faults
19
Shutdowns
19
Warnings
19
Resetting Controller after a Fault Shutdown
19
Battery Charger
21
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance, 12 Kw Models
23
Routine Maintenance
23
Service Schedule, 12 Kw Models
24
Lubrication System
25
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
25
Oil Check
25
Engine Oil Recommendation
25
Oil Change Procedure
25
Oil Cooler
26
Spark Plugs
27
Air Cleaner Element and Precleaner
27
Precleaner Service
28
Paper Element Service
28
Cooling System
28
Exhaust System
29
Battery
29
Battery Charger
30
Circuit Protection
30
Line Circuit Breaker
30
Fuses
30
Storage Procedure
31
Lubricating System
31
Fuel System
31
Cylinder Lubrication
31
Exterior Preparation
31
Battery
31
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance, 17/18 Kw Models
33
Routine Maintenance
33
Service Schedule, 17/18 Kw Models
34
Lubrication System
35
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
35
Oil Check
35
Engine Oil Recommendation
35
Oil Change Procedure
35
Oil Cooler
36
Spark Plugs
36
Air Cleaner Service
37
Cooling System
37
Exhaust System
38
Battery
38
Battery Charger
39
Circuit Protection
39
Line Circuit Breaker
39
Fuses
39
Storage Procedure
40
Lubricating System
40
Fuel System
40
Cylinder Lubrication
40
Exterior Preparation
40
Battery
40
Section 5 Troubleshooting
41
Introduction
41
Controller Troubleshooting
41
Generator Set Troubleshooting
41
Battery Charger Troubleshooting
43
Appendix A Abbreviations
45

Kohler 12RESM1 Manual (36 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 0 MB

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
10
Section 1 Features
11
Specifications
11
Generator
11
Engine
11
Digital Control DC 2200
11
Generator Set Components
12
Section 2 Operation
13
Prestart Checklist
13
Generator Set Operation
13
Controls and Indicators
13
Starting Generator Set
14
Stopping Generator Set
14
Exercising Generator Set
14
Faults
15
Shutdowns
15
Warning
15
Resetting Controller after Fault Shutdown
16
Battery Charger
16
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
19
Routine Maintenance
19
Service Schedule
20
Lubrication System
21
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
21
Oil Check
21
Engine Oil Recommendation
21
Oil Change Procedure
21
Spark Plugs
22
Air Cleaner Element and Precleaner
22
Precleaner Service
22
Paper Element Service
23
Cooling System
23
Exhaust System
23
Battery
24
Battery Charger
25
Circuit Protection
25
Line Circuit Breaker
25
Fuses
25
Storage Procedure
25
Lubricating System
25
Fuel System
26
Cylinder Lubrication
26
Exterior Preparation
26
Battery
26
Section 4 Troubleshooting
27
Introduction
27
Fault Codes
27
Generator Set Troubleshooting
28
Battery Charger Troubleshooting
29
Appendix A Abbreviations
31

Kohler 12RESM1 Installation Manual (36 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
10
Section 1 Specifications
11
Specifications
11
Components
11
Section 2 Installation
13
General
13
Lifting
13
Generator Set Inspection
13
Location and Mounting
13
Standard Mounting
13
High-Wind Enclosure Mounting
13
Exhaust Requirements
17
Air Requirements
17
Fuel System
17
Fuel Supply
17
Fuel Conversion
18
Electrical Connections
20
Generator Set Connections
20
Power Supply
21
Grounding
21
Battery
21
Battery Charger
23
Transfer Switch Connections
23
Carburetor Heater
24
Prestart Installation Check
25
Warranty Registration
25
Section 3 Wiring Diagrams
27
Specification Numbers
27
Controller Wiring Diagram Reference
27
Appendix B Abbreviations
31
Appendix C Common Hardware Application Guidelines
33
Appendix D General Torque Specifications
34

Kohler 12RESM1 Installation Manual (40 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets Controller: DC-RET Digital Control

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 4 MB

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
- Exhaust System
  6
- Hot Parts
  8
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
11
Section 1 Installation
13
- General
  13
- Lifting
  13
- Generator Set Inspection
  13
- Location and Mounting
  13
  - Exhaust Requirements
    18
  - Air Requirements
    18
- Power Supply
  18
- Fuel Requirements
  19
  - Fuel Supply
    19
  - Fuel Pipe Size
    20
- Fuel Conversion
  20
- Electrical Connections
  22
  - AC Connections
    22
  - Remote Start Connection
    23
  - Grounding
    23
  - Battery Charger
    23
- Battery
  24
- Carburetor Heater (Optional)
  26
- Prestart Installation Check
  27
- Startup Notification
  27
Section 2 Wiring Diagrams
29
Appendix A Abbreviations
35

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