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Kohler RDC2 Manual

Kohler RDC2 Manual (76 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets, Controller

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

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information

2
- Table of Contents
  3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

7
Introduction

11
Service Assistance

13
Section 1 Descriptions and Service Views

15
- Introduction
  15
- Engine
  15
- Alternator
  15
- Generator Set Enclosure
  15
- Transfer Switch
  15
- Controller
  15
- Accessories
  17
  - Heater Kits
    17
  - Oncue Plus Generator Management System
    17
  - Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
    17
  - Load Management
    17
  - Concrete Mounting Pads
    17
  - Battery Heater Kit
    17
- Service Views
  18
Section 2 Generator Set Operation

19
- Prestart Checklist
  19
- Exercising the Generator Set
  19
- Generator Set Operation
  19
- Exercise
  21
- Faults
  23
  - Warnings
    23
  - Shutdowns
    23
  - ATS Communication Errors
    23
  - Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
    23
  - Faults Related to Paralleling
    26
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation

29
- RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
  29
- Controls and Indicators
  29
  - Controller Keypad
    30
  - LED Indicators
    30
  - LCD Display
    31
- Controller Power
  32
- Battery Charging
  32
- Changing Settings
  32
- Setting the Exerciser
  34
  - Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-Up
    34
  - Changing the Exercise Settings
    34
- RDC2 Controller Menus
  36
- Main Menu
  36
- Overview Menu
  38
- Engine Metering Menu
  38
- Generator Metering Menu
  39
- Generator Set Information Menu
  40
- Genset Run Time Menu
  40
- Genset System Menu
  41
- ATS Status Menu
  42
- ATS Configuration Menu
  43
- Date and Time Menu
  44
- Networking Information Menus
  44
- Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Status Menu
  50
- Load Control Menus
  51
- Event Log
  52
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance

53
- Scheduled Maintenance
  53
  - Service Schedule, 14 Kw Models
    54
  - Service Schedule, 20 Kw Models
    55
- Lubrication System
  56
  - Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
    56
  - Oil Check
    56
  - Engine Oil Recommendation
    56
  - Oil Change Procedure
    57
  - Resetting the Maintenance Timer
    58
  - Oil Cooler (20RCA/RCAL Only)
    58
- Spark Plugs
  59
- Air Cleaner Service
  60
  - Air Cleaner, 14 Kw Models
    60
  - Air Cleaner, 20 Kw Models
    61
- Cooling System
  62
- Exhaust System
  62
- Battery
  62
  - Cleaning the Battery
    63
  - Checking Electrolyte Level
    63
  - Checking Specific Gravity
    63
- Storage Procedure
  65
  - Lubricating System
    65
  - Fuel System
    65
  - Cylinder Lubrication
    65
  - Exterior Preparation
    65
  - Battery
    65

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Kohler RDC2 Operation (72 pages)

Residential/Light 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
6
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
11
Section 1 Service Views
13
Section 2 Generator Set Operation
15
Operating Area
15
Prestart Checklist
15
Exercising the Generator Set
18
Generator Set Operation
18
Local Starting and Stopping
18
Automatic Starting and Stopping
18
Remote Starting and Stopping
18
Engine Start Crank Cycle
18
Engine Cooldown
18
Automatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer Switch
18
Automatic Operation with Other Transfer Switches
19
Exercise
19
Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics
19
Unloaded Full-Speed Exercise
20
Loaded Full-Speed Exercise (with RXT Only)
20
Shutdown During Exercise
20
Power Failure During Exercise
20
Exerciser Reset
20
Setting the Exerciser at Power-Up
20
Changing the Exercise Setting
21
Faults
24
Warnings
24
Shutdowns
24
ATS Communication Errors
24
Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
24
Event Log
29
Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation
29
Source Availability
29
ATS Control Sequence of Operation
30
Time Delays
30
ATS Load Control Relay Time Delay
30
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation
31
RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
31
Controls and Indicators
31
Controller Keypad
32
LED Indicators
32
LCD Display
33
Controller Power
34
Battery Charging
34
Changing Settings
34
Controller Menus
36
Main Menu
36
Overview Menu
37
Engine Metering Menu
37
Generator Metering Menu
38
Generator Set Information Menu
39
Genset Run Time Menu
39
Genset System Menu
40
ATS Status Menu
41
ATS Configuration Menu
42
Date and Time Menu
43
Networking Information Menus
44
Networking Status Submenu
45
Networking Configuration Submenu (Oncue Plus Password)
46
RBUS Information Submenu
47
Remote Devices Submenu
48
Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Menus
49
Load Control Menus
50
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance
51
General Maintenance
51
Service Schedule
53
Lubrication System
54
Oil Specifications
54
Oil Check
54
Oil Additions
54
Oil and Filter Change
54
Air Cleaner
56
Exhaust System
56
Cooling System
57
Checking and Filling Coolant
58
Cooling System Inspection
58
Draining Cooling System
58
Flushing and Cleaning
58
Filling Cooling System
58
Ignition System
59
Battery
62
Checking Electrolyte Level
63
Checking Specific Gravity
63
Storage Procedure
64
Section 5 Troubleshooting
65
Introduction
65
USB Port
65
Fault Messages
65
Circuit Protection
65
Load Circuit Breaker
65
Fuses
65
Controller Internal Circuit Protection
65
Generator Set Troubleshooting
66
Controller Troubleshooting
67
Appendix A Abbreviations
69

Kohler RDC2 Operation

Kohler RDC2 Operation (72 pages)

Residential/Light Commercial Generator Sets

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

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information

2
- Table of Contents
  3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

5
Introduction

9
Service Assistance

11
Section 1 Service Views

13
Section 2 Generator Set Operation

15
- Operating Area
  15
- Prestart Checklist
  15
- Exercising the Generator Set
  17
- Generator Set Operation
  17
- Exercise
  18
- Faults
  23
  - Warnings
    23
  - Shutdowns
    23
  - ATS Communication Errors
    23
  - Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
    23
  - Event Log
    26
- Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation
  26
  - Source Availability
    26
  - ATS Control Sequence of Operation
    27
  - Time Delays
    27
  - ATS Load Control Relay Time Delay
    27
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation

29
- RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
  29
- Controls and Indicators
  29
  - Controller Keypad
    30
  - LED Indicators
    30
  - LCD Display
    31
- Controller Power
  32
- Battery Charging
  32
- Changing Settings
  32
- Controller Menus
  34
- Main Menu
  34
- Overview Menu
  35
- Engine Metering Menu
  35
- Generator Metering Menu
  36
- Generator Set Information Menu
  37
- Genset Run Time Menu
  37
- Genset System Menu
  38
- ATS Status Menu
  39
- ATS Configuration Menu
  40
- Date and Time Menu
  41
- Networking Information Menus
  42
- Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Menus
  47
- Load Control Menus
  48
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance

49
- General Maintenance
  49
- Service Schedule
  50
- Lubrication System
  52
  - Oil Specifications
    52
  - Oil Check
    52
  - Oil Additions
    52
  - Oil and Filter Change
    52
- Air Cleaner
  54
- Exhaust System
  55
- Cooling System
  56
  - Checking and Filling Coolant
    56
  - Cooling System Inspection
    56
  - Draining Cooling System
    56
  - Flushing and Cleaning
    57
  - Filling Cooling System
    57
- Spark Plugs
  57
- Battery
  60
  - Checking Electrolyte Level
    61
  - Checking Specific Gravity
    61
- Storage Procedure
  62
Section 5 Troubleshooting

63
- Introduction
  63
- USB Port
  63
- Fault Messages
  63
- Circuit Protection
  63
  - Load Circuit Breaker
    63
  - Fuses
    63
  - Controller Internal Circuit Protection
    63
- Generator Set Troubleshooting
  64
- Controller Troubleshooting
  65
Appendix A Abbreviations

67

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Kohler RDC2 Operation (72 pages)

Residential/Light Commercial Generator Sets

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

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
11
Section 1 Service Views
13
Section 2 Generator Set Operation
15
Operating Area
15
Prestart Checklist
15
Exercising the Generator Set
17
Generator Set Operation
17
Local Starting and Stopping
17
Automatic Starting and Stopping
17
Remote Starting and Stopping
17
Engine Start Crank Cycle
17
Engine Cooldown
17
Automatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer Switch
17
Automatic Operation with Other Transfer Switches
18
Exercise
18
Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics
18
Unloaded Full-Speed Exercise
19
Loaded Full-Speed Exercise (with RXT Only)
19
Shutdown During Exercise
19
Power Failure During Exercise
19
Exerciser Reset
20
Setting the Exerciser at Power-Up
20
Changing the Exercise Setting
20
Faults
23
Warnings
23
Shutdowns
23
ATS Communication Errors
23
Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
23
Event Log
26
Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation
26
Source Availability
26
ATS Control Sequence of Operation
27
Time Delays
27
ATS Load Control Relay Time Delay
27
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation
29
RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
29
Controls and Indicators
29
Controller Keypad
30
LED Indicators
30
LCD Display
31
Controller Power
32
Battery Charging
32
Changing Settings
32
Controller Menus
34
Main Menu
34
Overview Menu
35
Engine Metering Menu
35
Generator Metering Menu
36
Generator Set Information Menu
37
Genset Run Time Menu
37
Genset System Menu
38
ATS Status Menu
39
ATS Configuration Menu
40
Date and Time Menu
41
Networking Information Menus
42
Networking Status Submenu
43
Networking Configuration Submenu (Oncuer Plus Password)
44
RBUS Information Submenu
45
Remote Devices Submenu
46
Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Menus
47
Load Control Menus
48
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance
49
General Maintenance
49
Service Schedule
50
Lubrication System
52
Oil Specifications
52
Oil Check
52
Oil Additions
52
Oil and Filter Change
52
Air Cleaner
54
Exhaust System
55
Cooling System
56
Checking and Filling Coolant
56
Cooling System Inspection
56
Draining Cooling System
56
Flushing and Cleaning
57
Filling Cooling System
57
Spark Plugs
57
Battery
60
Checking Electrolyte Level
61
Checking Specific Gravity
61
Storage Procedure
62
Section 5 Troubleshooting
63
Introduction
63
USB Port
63
Fault Messages
63
Circuit Protection
63
Load Circuit Breaker
63
Fuses
63
Controller Internal Circuit Protection
63
Generator Set Troubleshooting
64
Controller Troubleshooting
65
Appendix A Abbreviations
67

Kohler RDC2 Manual

Kohler RDC2 Manual (72 pages)

Residential/Light Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Inverter | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information

2
- Table of Contents
  3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

5
Introduction

9
Service Assistance

11
Section 1 Service Views

13
Section 2 Generator Set Operation

15
- Operating Area
  15
- Prestart Checklist
  15
- Exercising the Generator Set
  17
- Generator Set Operation
  17
- Exercise
  18
- Faults
  23
  - Warnings
    23
  - Shutdowns
    23
  - ATS Communication Errors
    23
  - Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
    23
  - Event Log
    26
- Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation
  26
  - Source Availability
    26
  - ATS Control Sequence of Operation
    27
  - Time Delays
    27
  - ATS Load Control Relay Time Delay
    27
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation

29
- RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
  29
- Controls and Indicators
  29
  - Controller Keypad
    30
  - LED Indicators
    30
  - LCD Display
    31
- Controller Power
  32
- Battery Charging
  32
- Changing Settings
  32
- Controller Menus
  34
- Main Menu
  34
- Overview Menu
  35
- Engine Metering Menu
  35
- Generator Metering Menu
  36
- Generator Set Information Menu
  37
- Genset Run Time Menu
  37
- Genset System Menu
  38
- ATS Status Menu
  39
- ATS Configuration Menu
  40
- Date and Time Menu
  41
- Networking Information Menus
  42
- Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Menus
  47
- Load Control Menus
  48
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance

49
- General Maintenance
  49
- Service Schedule
  51
- Lubrication System
  52
  - Oil Specifications
    52
  - Oil Check
    52
  - Oil Additions
    52
  - Oil and Filter Change
    52
- Air Cleaner
  54
- Exhaust System
  55
- Cooling System
  56
  - Checking and Filling Coolant
    56
  - Cooling System Inspection
    56
  - Draining Cooling System
    56
  - Flushing and Cleaning
    57
  - Filling Cooling System
    57
- Ignition System
  57
- Battery
  60
  - Checking Electrolyte Level
    61
  - Checking Specific Gravity
    61
- Storage Procedure
  62
Section 5 Troubleshooting

63
- Introduction
  63
- USB Port
  63
- Fault Messages
  63
- Circuit Protection
  63
  - Load Circuit Breaker
    63
  - Fuses
    63
  - Controller Internal Circuit Protection
    63
- Generator Set Troubleshooting
  64
- Controller Troubleshooting
  65
Appendix A Abbreviations

67

Kohler RDC2 Operation Manual

Kohler RDC2 Operation Manual (64 pages)

Residential/Light Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Inverter | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information

2
- Table of Contents
  3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

5
Introduction

9
Service Assistance

11
Section 1 Service Views

13
Section 2 Generator Set Operation

15
- Operating Area
  15
- Prestart Checklist
  15
- Exercising the Generator Set
  16
- Generator Set Operation
  16
- Exercise
  17
- Faults
  22
  - Warnings
    22
  - Shutdowns
    22
  - ATS Communication Errors
    22
  - Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
    22
  - Event Log
    25
- Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation
  25
  - Source Availability
    25
  - ATS Control Sequence of Operation
    26
  - Time Delays
    26
  - ATS Load Control Relay Time Delay
    26
Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation

27
- RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
  27
- Controls and Indicators
  27
  - Controller Keypad
    28
  - LED Indicators
    28
  - LCD Display
    29
- Controller Power
  30
- Battery Charging
  30
- Changing Settings
  30
- Controller Menus
  32
- Main Menu
  32
- Overview Menu
  33
- Engine Metering Menu
  33
- Generator Metering Menu
  34
- Generator Set Information Menu
  35
- Genset Run Time Menu
  35
- Genset System Menu
  36
- ATS Status Menu
  37
- ATS Configuration Menu
  38
- Date and Time Menu
  39
- Networking Information Menus
  40
- Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Menus
  45
- Load Control Menus
  46
Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance

47
- General Maintenance
  47
- Service Schedule
  48
- Lubrication System
  49
  - Oil Specifications
    49
  - Oil Check
    49
  - Oil Additions
    49
  - Oil and Filter Change
    49
- Air Cleaner
  50
- Exhaust System
  51
- Cooling System
  51
  - Checking and Filling Coolant
    51
  - Cooling System Inspection
    52
  - Draining Cooling System
    52
  - Flushing and Cleaning
    52
  - Filling Cooling System
    52
- Ignition System
  53
- Battery
  54
- Storage Procedure
  55
Section 5 Troubleshooting

57
- Introduction
  57
- USB Port
  57
- Fault Messages
  57
- Circuit Protection
  57
  - Load Circuit Breaker
    57
  - Fuses
    57
  - Controller Internal Circuit Protection
    57
- Generator Set Troubleshooting
  58
- Controller Troubleshooting
  59
Appendix A Abbreviations

61

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual

Kohler RDC2 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

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual (80 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Set

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 4 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/RCAL
25
Fuel Conversion, Original Fuel System, 20RCA/RCAL
27
Fuel Conversion, Revised Fuel System, 14/18/20RCA/RCAL
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
Alternator Weather Cover
57
Oil Pressure Sensor Boot
58
Drawings and Diagrams
59
Appendix A. Abbreviations
73

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual (48 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

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

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

5
Introduction

9
- Startup and Registration
  9
Service Assistance

10
Section 1 Installation

11
- Introduction
  11
- Lifting
  12
- Generator Set Inspection
  12
- Location and Mounting
  12
  - Mounting Area
    13
  - Exhaust Requirements
    13
- Dimension Drawings
  14
- Access the Air Intake Area
  14
- Fuel Requirements
  14
  - Fuel Supply
    15
  - Fuel Pipe Size
    15
  - Connecting the Fuel Supply
    16
- Fuel Conversion
  17
- Electrical Connections
  19
  - Grounding
    20
  - Electrical Lead Entry
    20
  - Field-Connection Terminal Block
    20
  - AC Power Supply
    21
- ATS and Accessory Connections
  22
- Battery
  28
- Prestart Installation Check
  29
- Set the Exerciser
  30
  - RDC2 Controller
    30
  - DC2 Controller
    30
  - Loaded Exercise
    30
- Operation Test
  30
- Oncue Plus Generator Management System
  31
Section 2 Accessories

33
- Introduction
  33
- Connect Optional Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
  33
- Load Management
  34
- Carburetor Heater
  35
Section 3 Drawings and Diagrams

37
Appendix A Abbreviations

43

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual

Kohler RDC2 Installation Manual (44 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
- Startup and Registration
  9
Service Assistance
10
Section 1 Installation
11
- Introduction
  11
- Lifting
  11
- Generator Set Inspection
  12
- Location and Mounting
  12
  - Mounting Area
    12
  - Exhaust Requirements
    12
- Dimension Drawings
  12
- Fuel Requirements
  17
  - Fuel Supply
    17
  - Fuel Pipe Size
    17
- Fuel Conversion
  18
  - Fuel Conversion, 14RESA/RESAL
    19
  - Fuel Conversion, 20RESA/RESAL
    20
- Electrical Connections
  21
- Battery
  30
- Generator Set Accessories
  31
  - Regulator Heater
    31
  - Carburetor Heater
    32
  - Oncue Home Generator Management System
    33
- Prestart Installation Check
  34
- Set the Exerciser
  34
  - RDC2 Controller
    34
  - DC2 Controller
    34
  - Loaded Exercise
    34
Section 2 Wiring Diagrams
35
Appendix A Abbreviations
39
Appendix B Electrical Lead Entry Template
41

Kohler RDC2 Operation

Kohler RDC2 Operation (20 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

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

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