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Kohler 20RCA Manual (160 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets with Controller RDC2

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 12.69 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions

7
Introduction

13
- List of Related Materials
  13
Service Assistance

14
Section 1 Specifications

15
- Introduction
  15
- Controller Specifications
  15
- Torque Specifications
  15
- Engine Service
  16
- Engine Specifications
  16
- Alternator Specifications
  17
- Service Views
  18
Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance

19
- Scheduled Maintenance
  19
  - Service Schedule, 14 Kw Models
    20
  - Service Schedule, 20 Kw Models
    21
- Air Cleaner Service
  22
  - Air Cleaner, 14 Kw Models
    22
  - Air Cleaner, 20 Kw Models
    23
- Battery
  24
  - Cleaning the Battery
    24
  - Checking Electrolyte Level
    25
  - Checking Specific Gravity
    25
- Cooling System
  26
- Exhaust System
  26
- Fuel System Maintenance
  27
- Lubrication System
  27
  - Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
    27
  - Oil Check
    28
  - Engine Oil Recommendation
    28
  - Oil Change Procedure
    28
  - Resetting the Maintenance Timer
    29
  - Oil Cooler
    29
- Spark Plugs
  30
- Stepper Motor Coupling
  31
- Storage Procedure
  32
  - Lubricating System
    32
  - Fuel System
    32
  - Cylinder Lubrication
    32
  - Exterior Preparation
    32
  - Battery
    32
Section 3 Generator Reconnection

33
- Voltage Reconnection
  33
- 12-Lead (Three-Phase) Generator Sets
  34
Section 4 Controller

37
- Introduction
  37
- Sitetech Software
  37
- Controller Parameters
  38
  - Controller Parameters Table
    38
  - Notes on Selected Parameters
    38
- Controller Firmware
  51
  - Firmware Version
    51
  - Firmware Update
    52
- Controller Replacement
  53
- Controller Setup
  56
- Voltage Calibration
  58
  - Calibration Using the RDC2 Controller Keypad and Menus
    58
  - Calibration Using Sitetech
    60
- Setting the Oncue Password
  62
Section 5 Troubleshooting

63
- Introduction
  63
- Theory of Operation, Electronic Start Sequence
  63
- Initial Checks
  64
- USB Port and Auxiliary Winding Mini-Breaker
  64
- Circuit Protection
  65
- Emergency Stop Switch
  65
  - Emergency Stop Switch Operation
    65
  - Connections
    65
- Shutdown Prime Mover Switch (Engine Stop Switch)
  66
- Thermostat
  67
- Oncue Plus Troubleshooting
  69
- Fuel System Troubleshooting
  69
- Troubleshooting Engine Hunting, 20 Kw Models
  69
- Fault Messages
  71
- Status Messages
  78
- Troubleshooting Chart
  81
- Controller Troubleshooting
  88
- Troubleshooting Load Management Problems
  89
  - Check Controller Firmware
    89
  - Verify that the Controller Recognizes the Load Shed Kit
    89
Section 6 Component Testing and Adjustment

95
- Theory of Operation
  95
- Alternator Excitation
  96
  - No to Low Voltage Operation
    96
  - Erratic Voltage Regulation
    96
  - Separate Excitation
    96
- Stator
  98
- Main Field (Rotor)
  100
- Slip Rings
  101
- Brushes
  101
- Voltage Adjustments
  102
- Governor System
  105
  - Operation
    105
  - Initial Checks
    105
  - Hunting/Surging
    106
  - Governor System Operation Test
    107

Kohler 20RCA Instructions Manual (92 pages)

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 2.48 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
7
Introduction
13
Service Assistance
16
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
20
Breather Tube Heater and Oil Heater Kit
21
Fuel Regulator Heater (18 and 20Kw Models Only)
22
Oil Pressure Sensor Boot Kit
23
Carburetor Heater
23
Emergency Stop Kit
24
Load Management
24
Powersync Automatic Paralleling Module (APM)
24
Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
25
Service Views
26
Generator Set Operation
27
Prestart Checklist
27
Exercising the Generator Set
27
Local Starting and Stopping
28
Automatic Operation
28
Remote Starting and Stopping
28
Remote Emergency Stop Switch
28
Engine Start Crank Cycle
30
Engine Cooldown
30
Automatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer Switch
30
Automatic Operation with Other Transfer Switches
30
Exercise
31
Setting the Exerciser
31
Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics
32
Unloaded Full-Speed Exercise
33
Loaded Full-Speed Exercise (with RXT Only)
33
Shutdown During Exercise (Advanced Diagnostic)
33
Power Failure During Exercise Cycle
33
Faults
34
Warnings
34
Shutdowns
34
Shutdown During Exercise (Advanced Diagnostic)
34
ATS Communication Errors
34
Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown
34
Faults Related to Paralleling
37
RDC2 Controller Operation
39
RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller
39
Control and Indicators
39
Controller Keypad
40
LED Indicators
41
LCD Display
41
Controller Power
42
Battery Charging
42
Changing Settings
43
Setting the Exerciser
45
Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-Up
45
Changing the Exercise Settings
45
RDC2 Controller Menus
47
Main Menu
47
Overview Menu
48
Engine Metering Menu
49
Generator Metering Menu
50
Generator Set Information Menu
51
Genset Run Time Menu
51
Genset System Menu
52
ATS Status Menu
54
ATS Configuration Menu
55
Date and Time Menu
56
Networking Information Menus
56
Networking Status Submenu
57
Networking Configuration Submenu (Oncue® Password)
58
RBUS Information
60
Remote Devices Submenu
61
Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Status Menu
62
Load Control Menus
63
Event Log
64
Scheduled Maintenance
65
Service Schedule, 14 Kw Models
66
Service Schedule, 18 and 20 Kw Models
67
Lubrication System
68
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
68
Oil Check
69
Engine Oil Recommendation
69
Oil Change Procedure
69
Resetting the Maintenance Timer
71
Oil Cooler (18/20RCA/RCAL Only)
71
Spark Plugs
72
Air Cleaner Service
73
Air Cleaner, 14 Kw Models
73
Air Cleaner, 18/20 Kw Models
74
Cooling System
75
Exhaust System
75
Battery
76
Cleaning the Battery
77
Checking Electrolyte Level
77
Checking Specific Gravity
77
Storage Procedure
79
Lubricating System
79
Fuel System
79
Cylinder Lubrication
79
Exterior Preparation
79
Battery
79
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
81
Stop Switches
82
Thermostat
82
Troubleshooting
84
Appendix A. Abbreviations
85

Kohler 20RCA Manual (76 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets, Controller

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 1.16 MB

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

Kohler 20RCA Installation Manual (92 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 8.91 MB

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 20RCA Installation Manual (80 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Set

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 4.9 MB

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 20RCA Installation Manual (64 pages)

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 20.83 MB

Product Identification Information
2
Table of Contents
3
Safety Precautions and Instructions
5
Introduction
9
Service Assistance
10
Section 1 Location and Mounting
11
Introduction
11
Lifting
11
Generator Set Inspection
12
Location and Mounting
13
Mounting Area
13
Exhaust Requirements
13
Dimension Drawings
13
Access the Air Intake Area
14
Section 2 Fuel
15
Fuel Requirements
15
Fuel Supply
15
Fuel Pipe Size
16
Connecting the Fuel Supply
16
Fuel Conversion
17
Fuel Conversion, Original Fuel System, 14RCA/RCAL
18
Fuel Conversion, Original Fuel System, 20RCA/RCAL
20
Fuel Conversion, Revised Fuel System
21
Section 3 Electrical
23
Electrical Connections
23
Wire Selection
23
Grounding
24
Electrical Lead Entry
24
Field Connections
25
AC Power Supply
26
Battery
27
ATS and Accessory Communication Connections
29
Communication Cable Specifications
29
Transfer Switch Connection
29
System Connections with Accessory Modules
31
Section 4 Prestart
35
Prestart Installation Check
35
Set the Exerciser
36
Setting the Exerciser
36
Loaded Exercise
36
Section 5 Accessories
37
Introduction
37
Carburetor Heater
37
Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
39
Oncue Plus Generator Management System
40
Load Management Devices
41
Power Relay Module
42
Powersync Automatic Paralleling Module (APM)
42
Cold Weather Package
43
Battery Heater
43
Breather Tube and Oil Heater
44
Alternator Weather Cover
45

Kohler 20RCA Installation And Operation Instruction Manual (37 pages)

Brand: Kohler | Category: Portable Generator | Size: 1.52 MB

Related Literature
3
Safety Precautions
3
Installation Procedure
4
Voltage Sensing
10
Setup and Commissioning
15
Final Adjustments
17
Operation
18
Generator Set Maintenance
22
Status Indicators
25
Oncue Plus Generator Management System
26
Additional Troubleshooting
27
Diagrams and Drawings
29
Parts Lists
36

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