Kohler 60RCL, 38RCL, 48RCL manual LCD Display, Active Alert

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3.2.3LCD Display

The controller is equipped with a two-line x 16 character backlit liquid crystal diode (LCD) display with adjustable contrast. When the generator is running, the controller automatically scrolls through the displays shown in Figure 3-4. When the system is in AUTO, the LCD display scrolls through the status messages shown in Figure 3-5.

When a fault or warning condition exists, the controller will show the corresponding message. See Section 2.6 for more information on fault and warning messages.

Controller menus display power system information, including status information for the engine, generator, and optional RBUS accessories, exercise settings, and event history. Some menus allow changes to the controller settings. See Sections 3.6 through 3.19 for menu diagrams.

Active Alert

Genset Status

Running

Voltage: 240V

Freq: 60.0Hz

Engine: 123F

Oil Pressure: 40 psi

Battery

12.3V

Engine Runtime: 27.4 h

Date: 02DEC2011

Time: HR:MNpm

Sample data shown.

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Figure 3-4Autopaging Displays, Generator Running

The display contrast is adjustable. Navigate to the Genset System menu and step down to the Contrast screen. Press the Select button, and then use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the contrast. See Section 3.5, Changing Settings, and Section 3.11, Generator Set System Menu.

The display backlight turns off after about a minute of no activity. The backlight turns on when a button is pressed or when the generator set starts.

Genset Status

Standby

Battery

12.3V

Engine Runtime: 27.4 h

Date: 02DEC2011

Time: HR:MNpm

Next Exercise: 09:00p 09Dec2011

Next Maintenance: 150 h or Mar2012

Sample data shown.

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Figure 3-5Autopaging Displays, Automatic Mode

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Contents TP-6810 11/13b RDC2Product Identification Information Accessory Number Accessory DescriptionController Identification Generator Set Identification NumbersTable of Contents Appendix a Abbreviations Scheduled MaintenanceTroubleshooting Battery Safety Precautions and InstructionsAccidental Starting Accidental starting Can cause severe injury or deathFuel System Engine Backfire/Flash FireExhaust System Hazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or death Hazardous NoiseHazardous noise Can cause hearing loss Hot coolant and steam Can cause severe injury or death Heavy EquipmentHot Parts Nameplate IntroductionLiterature Type Part Number List of Related LiteratureService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6810 11/13 NON-SERVICE Side Service Views260RCL Service Views Generator Set Operation Prestart ChecklistOperating Area Keep the generator set area clear. Maintain at leastGenerator Set Operation Exercising the Generator SetUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics Automatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer SwitchesSystem Diagnostics ExerciseExerciser Reset Power Failure During ExerciseSetting the Exerciser at Power-up Unloaded Full-Speed ExerciseProcedure to Change the Exercise Setting Changing the Exercise Setting2RDC2 Main Menu 3Procedure to Set the Exerciser Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown FaultsATS Communication Errors Procedure to Reset the Controller after a Fault ShutdownFault Shutdown SD Condition Check 5Controller Fault Messages Procedure to View Event History Model RXT Transfer Switch OperationSetting Event LogATS Load Control Relay Time Delay Time DelaysATS Control Sequence of Operation Preferred Source FailsRDC2 Controller Operation Controls and IndicatorsButton Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsButton Function LED OperationActive Alert LCD DisplayBattery Charging Controller PowerChanging Settings Procedure to Change Settings6Changing Settings Changing Settings on the RDC2 ControllerMain Menu Controller MenusEngine Metering Menu Overview MenuVoltage Calibration Generator Metering MenuGenset Run Time Menu Generator Set Information MenuSetting the Exerciser Voltage Regulator VR Voltage AdjustAdjusting the Display Contrast Genset System Menu14ATS Status Menu, with Calibration ATS Status MenuChanging ATS Configuration Settings ATS Configuration MenuDate and Time 02Dec2011 1234pm Time Format 12hr24hr Date and Time Menu17Networking Information Menu Networking Information MenusDhcp Networking Status SubmenuOnCue Password Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password20RBUS Information Submenu Rbus Information Submenu21Remote Devices Submenu Remote Devices SubmenuProgrammable Interface Module PIM Menus 23Load Control Status Menu Load Control MenusGeneral Maintenance Scheduled MaintenanceEvery Operation Daily Service ScheduleLubrication System Oil SpecificationsOil Check Oil AdditionsReset the maintenance timer on the RDC2 Air CleanerAir Cleaner Service Procedure Check for leaksExhaust System Inspection Points Cooling SystemChecking and Filling Coolant Flushing and Cleaning Procedure Flushing and CleaningCooling System Inspection Draining Cooling SystemModel Spark plug gap 38 RCL, 48RCL, and 60RCL Ignition System511 Storage Procedure Scheduled Maintenance TP-6810 11/13 Fault Messages TroubleshootingIntroduction USB PortProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action Generator Set Troubleshooting2RDC2 Troubleshooting Chart Controller TroubleshootingTroubleshooting TP-6810 11/13 Ansi Appendix a AbbreviationsLCB Page 2012, 2013 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved

38RCL, 48RCL, 60RCL specifications

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