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Kohler 14res Instalation PDF
Kohler 14res Instalation PDF
Kohler 14res Instalation PDF
Models:
14/20RESA
14/20RESAL
Controllers:
RDC2
DC2
TP-6803 12/11
California Proposition 65
WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
4 TP-6803 12/11
Safety Precautions and Instructions
WARNING CAUTION
Hazardous voltage.
Backfeed to the utility system can
cause property damage, severe
Explosive fuel vapors. Hazardous noise. injury, or death.
Can cause severe injury or death. Can cause hearing loss.
If the generator set is used for
Use extreme care when handling, Never operate the generator set standby power, install an automatic
storing, and using fuels. without a muffler or with a faulty transfer switch to prevent inadvertent
exhaust system. interconnection of standby and
normal sources of supply.
The fuel system. Explosive fuel
Engine noise. Hazardous noise can
vapors can cause severe injury or
cause hearing loss. Generator sets
death. Vaporized fuels are highly
not equipped with sound enclosures CAUTION
explosive. Use extreme care when
can produce noise levels greater than
handling and storing fuels. Store fuels
105 dBA. Prolonged exposure to noise
in a well-ventilated area away from
levels greater than 85 dBA can cause
spark-producing equipment and out of
permanent hearing loss. Wear hearing
the reach of children. Never add fuel to
protection when near an operating
the tank while the engine is running
generator set.
because spilled fuel may ignite on Welding the generator set.
contact with hot parts or from sparks. Can cause severe electrical
Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks to occur near sources of spilled
Hazardous Voltage/ equipment damage.
fuel or fuel vapors. Keep the fuel lines Moving Parts Never weld components of the
and connections tight and in good generator set without first
condition. Do not replace flexible fuel disconnecting the battery, controller
lines with rigid lines. Use flexible DANGER wiring harness, and engine electronic
sections to avoid fuel line breakage control module (ECM).
caused by vibration. Do not operate the
generator set in the presence of fuel
Grounding electrical equipment.
leaks, fuel accumulation, or sparks.
Hazardous voltage can cause
Repair fuel systems before resuming
Hazardous voltage. severe injury or death. Electrocution
generator set operation.
Will cause severe injury or death. is possible whenever electricity is
Gas fuel leaks. Explosive fuel present. Ensure you comply with all
This equipment must be installed and applicable codes and standards.
vapors can cause severe injury or
serviced by qualified electrical Electrically ground the generator set,
death. Fuel leakage can cause an
personnel. transfer switch, and related equipment
explosion. Check the LP vapor gas or
natural gas fuel system for leakage by and electrical circuits. Turn off the main
using a soap and water solution with circuit breakers of all power sources
the fuel system test pressurized to WARNING before servicing the equipment. Never
6--8 ounces per square inch contact electrical leads or appliances
(10--14 inches water column). Do not when standing in water or on wet
use a soap solution containing either ground because these conditions
ammonia or chlorine because both increase the risk of electrocution.
prevent bubble formation. A successful
test depends on the ability of the Hazardous voltage. Moving parts.
solution to bubble. Can cause severe injury or death.
Operate the generator set only when
all guards and electrical enclosures
are in place.
Heavy Equipment
WARNING
Unbalanced weight.
Improper lifting can cause severe
injury or death and equipment
damage.
Do not use lifting eyes.
Lift the generator set using lifting bars
inserted through the lifting holes on
the skid.
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Service Assistance
D Visit the Kohler Power Systems website at East China Regional Office, Shanghai
KohlerPower.com. Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500
Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550
D Look at the labels and stickers on your Kohler product India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
or review the appropriate literature or documents India Regional Office
included with the product. Bangalore, India
Phone: (91) 80 3366208
D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.
(91) 80 3366231
D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest regional Fax: (91) 80 3315972
office. Japan, Korea
North Asia Regional Office
Headquarters Europe, Middle East, Africa Tokyo, Japan
(EMEA) Phone: (813) 3440-4515
Kohler Power Systems Fax: (813) 3440-2727
3 rue de Brennus
93200 Saint Denis Latin America
France Latin America Regional Office
Phone: (33) 1 49 178300 Lakeland, Florida, USA
Fax: (33) 1 49 178301 Phone: (863) 619-7568
Fax: (863) 701-7131
Asia Pacific
Power Systems Asia Pacific Regional Office
Singapore, Republic of Singapore
Phone: (65) 6264-6422
Fax: (65) 6264-6455
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Section 1 Installation
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea,
Hazardous voltage. fainting, or death.
Will cause severe injury or death.
The exhaust system must be
This equipment must be installed and leakproof and routinely inspected.
serviced by qualified electrical
personnel.
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause
severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an
odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause
Have the generator set installed by an authorized Kohler
death if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid breathing exhaust
distributor/dealer or authorized representative. Install fumes when working on or near the generator set. Never
the equipment in compliance with the National Electrical operate the generator set inside a building. Never operate the
Code (NEC) and local codes. For Canadian generator set where exhaust gas could seep inside or be
installations, refer to the Canadian Electrical Code drawn into a potentially occupied building through windows, air
(CEC). intake vents, or other openings.
Carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide can
The generator set must be installed outdoors. The
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Install carbon
exhaust systems on enclosed units are designed for monoxide detectors on each level of any building adjacent to
outdoor installation only. the generator set. Locate the detectors to adequately warn the
building’s occupants of the presence of carbon monoxide.
Note: DO NOT install these generator sets inside a Keep the detectors operational at all times. Periodically test
building. and replace the carbon monoxide detectors according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Note: Install carbon monoxide (CO) detector(s) on
each level of any building adjacent to a generator
set. Locate the detectors to adequately warn the 1.2 Lifting
building’s occupants of the presence of carbon
monoxide. WARNING
Obtain a building permit and contact your local utility
companies to mark the locations of underground pipes
and cables.
1.4 Location and Mounting Figure 1-2 Exhaust Flow and Temperature
Install the generator set outdoors. Choose a location The generator set requires correct air flow for cooling
that is at least 0.9 m (3 ft.) from any building or structure and combustion. The inlet and outlet openings in the
and near the incoming gas service. Allow a minimum of sound enclosure provide the cooling and combustion
2.4 m (8 ft.) clearance beyond the exhaust end of the air. Figure 1-3 shows the locations of the cooling air
generator set. Locate the generator set so that the hot intake and exhaust vents. Inspect the air inlet and outlet
exhaust does not blow on plants or other combustible openings inside and outside the housing to ensure that
materials. Do not install the generator set where the air flow is not blocked.
exhaust gas could accumulate and seep inside or be
The generator set is designed to operate with all
drawn into a potentially occupied building.
enclosure panels and internal baffling in place. If during
installation, maintenance or repair the unit must be
Notice operated without the complete enclosure and baffling as
shipped from the factory make sure the exhaust panel is
DO NOT locate the generator set near patios, removed as well.
decks, play areas, or animal shelters. Keep items
such as lawn furniture, toys, sports equipment,
and all combustible materials away from the 1
1 2
generator set exhaust outlet.
1.4.1 Mounting Area Figure 1-3 Cooling Air Intake and Exhaust
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death. Explosive fuel vapors.
Disconnect the battery cables before Can cause severe injury or death.
working on the generator set. Use extreme care when handling,
Remove the negative (--) lead first storing, and using fuels.
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
1 3
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1. Fuel Regulator 3. Fuel solenoid valve and digital spark advance ignition (DSAI)
2. Fuel block (not shown; see Figure 1-12) or LP orifice location leads
(see Figure 1-15) 4. Fuel inlet, 1/2 in. NPT female
1. Fuel block
Procedure to convert from NG to LP, 2. Fuel metering valves—factory-sealed, do not adjust
3. Fuel inlet, 1/2 in. NPT
14RESA/RESAL 4. Hose fitting
5. Plug
1. Press the OFF button on the generator set
controller. Figure 1-12 Fuel Block, 14RESA/RESAL
2. Disconnect the power to the battery charger. 13. Reconnect the generator set engine starting
battery leads, negative (--) lead last.
3. Disconnect the generator set engine starting
battery, negative (--) lead first. 14. Reconnect power to the battery charger.
4. Turn off the fuel supply. 15. Start the generator set by pressing the RUN button
on the generator set controller.
5. Remove the hose clamp and fuel hose from the
hose fitting in the fuel block. See Figure 1-12. 16. Check for leaks using a gas leak detector.
6. Remove the hose fitting from the natural gas outlet 17. Run the generator set and check the operation.
port in the fuel block. See Figure 1-12.
18. Press the OFF button to to shut down the generator
7. Remove the plug from the LP port in the fuel block. set.
See Figure 1-12.
8. Clean the plug with a dry cloth or brush, apply fresh Conversion from LP to Natural Gas
pipe sealant, and install the plug into the natural To convert from LP vapor to natural gas, follow the fuel
gas outlet port. conversion procedure above, moving the hose fitting to
the natural gas port and plugging the LP port. Connect
9. Clean the hose fitting with a dry cloth or brush,
the DSAI leads for natural gas. See Figure 1-13.
apply fresh pipe sealant to the threads, and install
the fitting into the LP port.
Fuel DSAI Leads 65 and N
Note: Do not adjust the fuel metering valves. Natural Gas Connect lead 65 to N
LP Disconnect
10. Slide the hose onto the hose fitting and secure it
with the clamp. Figure 1-13 DSAI Connection
11. Disconnect the DSAI leads for LP. The DSAI leads
are located near the fuel solenoid valve. See
Figure 1-11.
For LP vapor fuel, an orifice is used in the fuel line. The To convert from LP vapor to natural gas, remove the fuel
unit is typically shipped set up for natural gas, with the orifice and connect the DSAI leads together.
loose orifice tied near the fuel solenoid valve. To convert
to LP vapor, install the orifice and disconnect the spark Fuel DSAI Leads 65 and N
advance leads as described below. See Figure 1-15 for Natural Gas Connect lead 65 to N
the fuel system component locations. LP Disconnect
Note: Do not use the Kohlerr Model RRT transfer Engine start connection for other transfer
switch with the 14/20RESA or 14/20RESAL switches or a remote start/stop switch:
generator set.
Connect the engine start leads from the transfer switch
Communication connections for a Kohlerr or remote start switch to terminals 3 and 4 on the
Model RXT transfer switch: terminal block. See Figure 1-20. Route the engine start
leads through separate conduit from the AC power and
See Figure 1-19. Use Belden #9402 or equivalent load leads.
20 AWG shielded, twisted-pair cable to connect P10-1
A A
RBUS B
B
PWR Interface Board on the
PWR Model RXT Transfer Switch
12 VDC COM
COM
4
A RXT
3
B
TB1 1
PWR
COM
Generator Set Terminal Block TB1. Leave one end of each cable shield disconnected.
See Figure 1-6 for location. Check the If accessory modules (PIM or LCM) are connected,
decal on the generator set for terminal block see Section 1.8.6.
connections.
Note: Generator set terminal block (TB1) connections 3 and 4 are NOT USED with the Model RXT ATS.
Figure 1-19 Model RXT Transfer Switch Communication Connection to Generator Set Terminal Block
TB1
A
B
PWR
ATS
COM Models RDT
4 1
or RSB
3 1
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1. Engine start leads 3 and 4. See the ATS manual for cable size specifications.
Figure 1-20 Engine Start Connections with Transfer Switch Models RDT or RSB
Figure 1-21 Total Cable Lengths with Accessory Modules Connected in Series (daisy-chain)
GND
TB1 B B
PWR PWR
COM COM
A A
B B
PWR PWR
COM COM
B
LCM
PWR
COM
Note: See Figure 1-21 for maximum total cable length Leave one end of each cable shield
per run (1 run shown). disconnected at the last device.
TB1
LCM
NOTES:
D See Figure 1-6 for terminal block location on generator set. Check
the decal on the generator set for terminal block connections. 1
D See Figure 1-21 for maximum total cable length per run (3 runs
with 1 module each shown). PIM
D See Figure 1-22 for communication connection detail (A and B,
PWR and COM).
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D Use splices or wire nuts to collect multiple leads for connection to
the generator set terminal block. See Figure 1-24.
1. Belden #9402 or equivalent, 20 AWG shielded cable with 2 twisted pairs
Figure 1-23 Accessory Module Connections (three cable runs with one module each)
1
A
B
9402 CABLE
Generator Set PWR
COM
A
RBUS
B
PWR TO GROUND
12 VDC
COM
A
4
B
3 9402 CABLE
PWR
TB1
COM
PIM
1
NOTES:
D See Figure 1-6 for terminal block location on generator set.
Check the decal on the generator set for terminal block
connections.
D See Figure 1-21 for maximum total cable length with
12 or 14 AWG wire. LCM
D See Figure 1-22 for communication connection (A and B, PWR
and COM) detail. Connect the cable shield to ground at the
generator set.
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Figure 1-25 Accessory Module Connections (two cable runs with one and two modules shown)
1
2
2
PIM
A and B
PWR
COM
2
NOTES:
D See Figure 1-6 for terminal block location on generator set. Check the 2
LCM
decal on the generator set for terminal block connections.
A and B
D See Figure 1-21 for maximum total cable length with 12 or 14 AWG wire.
(1 run with 3 modules shown). PWR
COM
D See Figure 1-22 for communication connection (A and B) detail.
Connect the cable shield to ground at the generator set.
1. Belden #9402 or equivalent, 20 AWG shielded cable (use one pair); or Belden 8723 or equivalent 20 AWG shielded cable
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Figure 1-26 Accessory Module Connections with 12--14 AWG Power Leads (one cable run with three modules
shown)
ADV-8199
EZ-273000-J
1. To positive (+) terminal on starter solenoid.
2. To ground (--) terminal on or near starter motor.
1
2
3
GM57968
1. Power plug
2. Thermostat
3. Heater
Use the full-scale drawing in Figure 3 to mark the openings for the electrical conduit, if desired. See Section 1.8.2 for
more information.