User Manual Kohler 14RCAL-200SELS 14kW Standby Generator with 200-Amp Transfer Switch

Documents for Kohler 14RCAL-200SELS

Operation

For 14RCAL-200SELS. Also, The document are for others Kohler models: 14RCA, 14RCAL, 20RCA, 20RCAL

• Product Identification Information2
• Safety Precautions And Instructions7
• Introduction11
• Service Assistance13
• Section 1 Descriptions And Service Views15
  • 1.1 Introduction15
  • 1.2 Engine15
  • 1.3 Alternator15
  • 1.4 Generator Set Enclosure15
  • 1.5 Transfer Switch15
  • 1.6 Controller15
  • 1.7 OnCue Plus Generator Management System17
  • 1.8 Accessories17
    • 1.8.1 Cold Weather Package Kit17
    • 1.8.2 Programmable Interface Module (PIM)17
    • 1.8.3 Load Management17
    • 1.8.4 Battery Heater Kit18
    • 1.8.5 Fuel Regulator Heater (20kW Models Only)18
    • 1.8.6 Carburetor Heater19
    • 1.8.7 Emergency Stop Kit19
    • 1.8.8 Breather Tube Heater And Oil Heater Kit20
    • 1.8.9 Oil Pressure Sensor Boot Kit21
  • 1.9 Service Views22
• Section 2 Generator Set Operation23
  • 2.1 Prestart Checklist23
  • 2.2 Exercising The Generator Set23
  • 2.3 Generator Set Operation23
    • 2.3.1 Local Starting And Stopping24
    • 2.3.2 Automatic Operation24
    • 2.3.3 Remote Starting And Stopping24
    • 2.3.4 Remote Emergency Stop Switch24
    • 2.3.5 Engine Start Crank Cycle25
    • 2.3.6 Engine Cooldown25
    • 2.3.7 Automatic Operation With Model RXT Transfer Switch25
    • 2.3.8 Automatic Operation With Other Transfer Switches26
  • 2.4 Exercise26
    • 2.4.1 Setting The Exerciser26
    • 2.4.2 Unloaded Cycle Exercise With Complete System Diagnostics26
    • 2.4.3 Unloaded FullSpeed Exercise27
    • 2.4.4 Loaded FullSpeed Exercise (with RXT Only)27
    • 2.4.5 Shutdown During Exercise (Advanced Diagnostic)27
    • 2.4.6 Power Failure During Exercise Cycle28
  • 2.5 Faults28
    • 2.5.1 Warnings28
    • 2.5.2 Shutdowns28
    • 2.5.3 Shutdown During Exercise (Advanced Diagnostic)28
    • 2.5.4 ATS Communication Errors28
    • 2.5.5 Resetting The Controller After A Fault Shutdown28
    • 2.5.6 Faults Related To Paralleling32
• Section 3 RDC2 Controller Operation35
  • 3.1 RDC2 Generator Set/Transfer Switch Controller35
  • 3.2 Controls And Indicators35
    • 3.2.1 Controller Keypad36
    • 3.2.2 LED Indicators36
    • 3.2.3 LCD Display37
  • 3.3 Controller Power38
  • 3.4 Battery Charging38
  • 3.5 Changing Settings38
  • 3.6 Setting The Exerciser40
    • 3.6.1 Setting The Exerciser At Controller Powerup40
    • 3.6.2 Changing The Exercise Settings40
  • 3.7 RDC2 Controller Menus42
  • 3.8 Main Menu42
  • 3.9 Overview Menu44
  • 3.10 Engine Metering Menu44
  • 3.11 Generator Metering Menu45
  • 3.12 Generator Set Information Menu46
  • 3.13 Genset Run Time Menu46
  • 3.14 Genset System Menu47
  • 3.15 ATS Status Menu48
  • 3.16 ATS Configuration Menu49
  • 3.17 Date And Time Menu50
  • 3.18 Networking Information Menus50
  • 3.18.1 Networking Status Submenu51
    • 3.18.2 Networking Configuration Submenu (OnCue Password)52
    • 3.18.3 RBUS Information54
    • 3.18.4 Remote Devices Submenu55
  • 3.19 Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Status Menu56
  • 3.20 Load Control Menus57
  • 3.21 Event Log58
• Section 4 Scheduled Maintenance59
  • 4.1 Scheduled Maintenance59
    • 4.1.1 Service Schedule, 14 KW Models60
    • 4.1.2 Service Schedule, 20 KW Models61
  • 4.2 Lubrication System62
    • 4.2.1 Low Oil Pressure Shutdown62
    • 4.2.2 Oil Check62
  • 4.2.3 Engine Oil Recommendation62
    • 4.2.4 Oil Change Procedure63
    • 4.2.5 Resetting The Maintenance Timer64
    • 4.2.6 Oil Cooler (20RCA/RCAL Only)64
  • 4.3 Spark Plugs65
  • 4.4 Air Cleaner Service66
    • 4.4.1 Air Cleaner, 14 KW Models66
    • 4.4.2 Air Cleaner, 20 KW Models67
  • 4.5 Cooling System68
  • 4.6 Exhaust System68
  • 4.7 Battery68
    • 4.7.1 Cleaning The Battery69
    • 4.7.2 Checking Electrolyte Level69
    • 4.7.3 Checking Specific Gravity69
  • 4.8 Storage Procedure71
    • 4.8.1 Lubricating System71
    • 4.8.2 Fuel System71
    • 4.8.3 Cylinder Lubrication71
    • 4.8.4 Exterior Preparation71
    • 4.8.5 Battery71
• Section 5 Troubleshooting73
  • 5.1 Introduction73
  • 5.2 Fault Messages73
  • 5.3 Circuit Protection73
    • 5.3.1 Controller Internal Circuit Protection73
    • 5.3.2 Line Circuit Breaker73
  • 5.4 USB Port And Auxiliary Winding MiniBreaker73
  • 5.5 Stop Switches73
  • 5.6 Thermostat74
  • 5.7 Troubleshooting75
• Appendix A Abbreviations77