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Kohler 26RCA Manual (212 pages)
Residential/Commercial Generator Sets
Brand:
Kohler
| Category:
Portable Generator
| Size: 13 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
7
Accidental Starting
7
Exhaust System
9
Fuel System
9
Hot Parts
11
Introduction
13
List of Related Materials
14
Service Assistance
15
Section 1. Specifications
17
Introduction
17
Controller Specifications
17
Torque Specifications, 14/20 Kw Models
17
Torque Specifications, 26Kw Models
19
Engine Service
19
Engine Specifications
20
Alternator Specifications
21
Service Views
22
Section 2. Scheduled Maintenance
25
Service Schedule, 14 Kw Models
26
Service Schedule, 20/26 Kw Models
27
Air Cleaner Service
28
Air Cleaner, 14 Kw Models
28
Air Cleaner, 20/26 Kw Models
29
Battery
30
Cleaning the Battery
31
Checking Electrolyte Level
31
Checking Specific Gravity
32
Cooling System
34
Exhaust System
35
Fuel System Maintenance
35
Lubrication System
36
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
36
Low Oil Level Shutdown (26 Kw Models)
36
Oil Check
37
Engine Oil Recommendation
37
Oil Change Procedure
38
Resetting the Maintenance Timer
39
Oil Cooler
40
Spark Plugs
41
Stepper Motor Coupling
43
Storage Procedure
44
Lubricating System
44
Fuel System
44
Cylinder Lubrication
44
Exterior Preparation
45
Battery
45
Section 3. Generator Reconnection
47
Voltage Reconnection
47
12-Lead (Three-Phase) Generator Sets
48
Section 4. Controller
51
Introduction
51
Sitetech Software
52
Controller Parameters
53
Controller Parameters Table
53
Notes on Selected Parameters
53
Controller Firmware
63
Firmware Version
63
Firmware Update
65
Controller Replacement
66
Controller Setup
70
Voltage Calibration
73
Calibration Using the RDC2 Controller Keypad and Menus
73
Calibration Using Sitetech
74
Setting the Oncue Password
76
Section 5. Troubleshooting
77
Introduction
77
Theory of Operation, Electronic Start Sequence
77
Initial Checks
78
USB Port and Auxiliary Winding Mini-Breaker
78
Circuit Protection
79
Emergency Stop Switch
79
Emergency Stop Switch Operation
79
Connections
80
Shutdown Prime Mover Switch (Engine Stop Switch)
81
Thermostat
82
Oncue Plus Troubleshooting
83
Fuel System Troubleshooting
83
Troubleshooting Engine Hunting, 20 Kw Models
84
Troubleshooting Engine Hunting, 26 Kw Models
86
Fault Messages
86
Main Power Overload Shutdown
86
Battery Low Warnings
86
Faults Related to Paralleling
91
Status Messages
93
Troubleshooting Chart
95
Controller Troubleshooting
102
Troubleshooting Load Management Problems
103
Check Controller Firmware
103
Verify that the Controller Recognizes the Load Shed Kit
103
Section 6. Component Testing and Adjustment
109
Theory of Operation
109
Alternator Excitation
110
No to Low Voltage Operation
111
Erratic Voltage Regulation
111
Separate Excitation
111
Stator
113
Main Field (Rotor)
116
Slip Rings
118
Brushes
119
Voltage Adjustments
121
Voltage Regulator Average Voltage Adjustment
121
Volts/Hz Slope and Cut-In Frequency
122
Voltage Regulator Gain
123
Governor System
123
Operation
124
Initial Checks
124
Hunting/Surging
125
Governor System Operation Test
127
Frequency Adjustment
129
Engine Speed Gain Adjustment for the Governor
129
Engine Speed Adjustment for Governor
130
Advanced Speed Control
130
Fault Shutdown Tests
132
Controller Fault Shutdown Functions
132
Fault Shutdown Switches
135
Fuel Systems
137
Fuel Regulators
137
Fuel Solenoid Valve
138
Checking the Fuel Pressure
139
Ignition Timing Leads (14 Kw and 26 Kw Models Only)
140
Fuel Conversion
140
Original Fuel System, 14RCA/L
141
Original Fuel System, 20RCA/L
143
Revised Fuel System, 14/20/26RCA/L
144
Start (Crank) and Run Relays
147
Continuity Checks
149
Section 7. Disassembly/Reassembly
151
Stator Hardware Change
152
Initial Steps
153
Disassembly
154
Remove Enclosure
154
Generator Disassembly
160
Reassembly
167
Reassemble Alternator
167
Reassemble Exhaust System
174
Reinstall Enclosure
175
Section 8. Wiring Diagrams
179
Appendix A. Abbreviations
195
Appendix B. Common Hardware Application Guidelines
199
Appendix C. General Torque Specifications
201
Appendix D. Common Hardware Identification
203
Appendix E. Common Hardware List
205
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Kohler 26RCA Operation (92 pages)
Residential/Commercial Generator Sets
Brand:
Kohler
| Category:
Portable Generator
| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
7
Accidental Starting
7
Exhaust System
9
Fuel System
10
Hot Parts
12
Introduction
13
List of Related Literature
14
Emission Information
15
Service Assistance
16
Section 1. Descriptions and Service Views
17
Introduction
17
Engine
17
Alternator
17
Generator Set Enclosure
17
Transfer Switch
17
Controller
18
Oncue Plus Generator Management System
20
Accessories
20
Cold Weather Package Kit
20
Battery Heater Kit
21
Breather Tube Heater and Oil Heater Kit
22
Fuel Regulator Heater (20/26 Kw Models Only)
23
Oil Pressure Sensor Boot Kit
24
Carburetor Heater
24
Emergency Stop Kit
25
Load Management
25
Powersync Automatic Paralleling Module (APM)
26
Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
26
Service Views
27
Section 2. Generator Set Operation
29
Prestart Checklist
29
Exercising the Generator Set
29
Local Starting and Stopping
30
Automatic Operation
30
Remote Starting and Stopping
30
Remote Emergency Stop Switch
30
Engine Start Crank Cycle
32
Engine Cooldown
32
Automatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer Switch
32
Automatic Operation with Other Transfer Switches
32
Exercise
33
Setting the Exerciser
33
Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics
33
Ecoexercise (26 Kw Only)
34
Unloaded Full-Speed Exercise
34
Loaded Full-Speed Exercise (with RXT Only)
34
Shutdown During Exercise (Advanced Diagnostic)
35
Power Failure During Exercise Cycle
35
Faults
35
Warnings
35
Shutdowns
35
ATS Communication Errors
35
Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
36
Faults Related to Paralleling
39
Section 3. RDC2 Controller Operation
41
RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
41
Control and Indicators
41
Controller Keypad
42
LED Indicators
43
LCD Display
43
Controller Power
44
Battery Charging
44
Changing Settings
45
Setting the Exerciser
47
Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-Up
47
Changing the Exercise Settings
47
RDC2 Controller Menus
49
Main Menu
49
Overview Menu
50
Engine Metering Menu
51
Generator Metering Menu
52
Generator Set Information Menu
53
Genset Run Time Menu
53
Genset System Menu
54
ATS Status Menu
56
ATS Configuration Menu
57
Date and Time Menu
58
Networking Information Menus
58
Networking Status Submenu
59
Networking Configuration Submenu (Oncue® Password)
60
RBUS Information
62
Remote Devices Submenu
63
Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Status Menu
64
Load Control Menus
65
Event Log
66
Section 4. Scheduled Maintenance
67
Service Schedule, 14 Kw Models
68
Service Schedule, 20 and 26 Kw Models
69
Lubrication System
70
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
70
Low Oil Level Switch (26 Kw)
70
Oil Check
70
Engine Oil Recommendation
71
Oil Change Procedure
71
Resetting the Maintenance Timer
72
Oil Cooler (20 and 26 Kw Models)
73
Spark Plugs
73
Air Cleaner Service
75
Air Cleaner, 14 Kw Models
75
Air Cleaner, 20/26 Kw Models
76
Cooling System
77
Exhaust System
77
Battery
78
Cleaning the Battery
79
Testing the Battery
79
Storage Procedure
79
Lubricating System
79
Fuel System
79
Cylinder Lubrication
80
Exterior Preparation
80
Battery
80
Section 5. Troubleshooting
81
Introduction
81
Fault Messages
81
Circuit Protection
81
Controller Internal Circuit Protection
81
Line Circuit Breaker
81
USB Port and Auxiliary Winding Mini-Breaker
82
Stop Switches
82
Thermostat
82
Troubleshooting
84
Appendix A. Abbreviations
85
Kohler 26RCA Installation Manual (92 pages)
Residential/Commercial Generator Sets
Brand:
Kohler
| Category:
Portable Generator
| Size: 8 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
11
Service Assistance
13
Location and Mounting
15
Introduction
15
Lifting
16
Generator Set Inspection
17
Location and Mounting
17
Mounting Area
17
Exhaust Requirements
18
Dimension Drawings
18
Access the Air Intake Area
19
Section 2. Fuel
21
Fuel Requirements
21
Fuel Supply
21
Fuel Pipe Size
22
Connecting the Fuel Supply
23
Fuel Conversion
24
Fuel Conversion, Original Fuel System, 14RCA/L
25
Fuel Conversion, Original Fuel System, 20RCA/L
27
Fuel Conversion, Revised Fuel System, 14/20/26RCA/L
28
Electrical
31
Electrical Connections
31
Wire Selection
31
Grounding
32
Electrical Lead Entry
33
Field Connections
34
AC Power Supply
36
Battery
37
ATS and Accessory Communication Connections
39
Communication Cable Specifications
39
Transfer Switch Connection
40
System Connections with Accessory Modules
41
Prestart
45
Prestart Installation Check
45
Set the Exerciser
46
Setting the Exerciser
46
Loaded Exercise
46
Accessories
47
Introduction
47
Carburetor Heater
47
Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
50
Oncue Plus Generator Management System
51
Load Management Devices
52
Power Relay Module
53
Powersync Automatic Paralleling Module (APM)
53
Cold Weather Package
55
Battery Heater
55
Breather Tube and Oil Heater
56
Fuel Regulator Heater (20 and 26 Kw Models Only)
58
Alternator Weather Cover
60
Oil Pressure Sensor Boot
60
Drawings and Diagrams
61
Appendix A. Abbreviations
87
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