Kohler 38RCL, 48RCL, 60RCL manual Service Schedule, Every Operation Daily

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4.2 Service Schedule

Perform maintenance on each item in the service schedule at the designated intervals for the life of the generator set.

 

 

Every

Every

Every

Every

Every

Every

As

Operation

Daily

100 Hr.

150 Hr.

400 Hr.

1000 Hr.

1500 Hr.

2000 Hr.

Req’d

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check for fluid leaks

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check coolant level *

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check engine oil level

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check all bolts and nuts for tightness ]

X

 

 

 

 

 

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change engine oil and filter [

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check fuel system for leaks ]

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check belts and belt tension

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect wiring for cuts, abrasions, or corrosion

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect vacuum lines and fittings

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AIR INTAKE SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect and clean air cleaner element [

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace air cleaner element [

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check air induction for leaks

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check intake manifold for vacuum leaks

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COOLING SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect and clean radiator exterior ]

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace engine coolant w

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect coolant hoses

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check battery charge and fluid level ]

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect electrical system

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean battery cables ]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXHAUST SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect exhaust manifold for leaks

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect exhaust piping for leaks

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check HEGO (oxygen) sensor connections and wires

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check fuel shutoff valve for leaks and function

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check fuel regulator pressure

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Test fuel lines for leaks

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspect/drain vaporizer for oil buildup

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IGNITION SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check spark plug wires for cuts, abrasions, or hardening

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean secondary ignition coil wires

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace distributor cap and rotor

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace spark plugs

 

 

 

X

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace spark plug wires

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Check engine coolant condition and protection, hoses, and clamps annually (prior to cold weather). [ More frequent intervals may be required in dusty or dirty operating conditions.

] Seasonal or as required.

w Long-life coolant is recommended. When long-life coolant is used, the change interval is 5000 hours or 5 years. Do not mix coolant types.

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Contents RDC2 TP-6810 11/13bAccessory Number Accessory Description Product Identification InformationController Identification Generator Set Identification NumbersTable of Contents Scheduled Maintenance TroubleshootingAppendix a Abbreviations Safety Precautions and Instructions BatteryAccidental Starting Accidental starting Can cause severe injury or deathEngine Backfire/Flash Fire Exhaust SystemFuel System Hazardous Noise Hazardous noise Can cause hearing lossHazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or death Heavy Equipment Hot PartsHot coolant and steam Can cause severe injury or death Introduction NameplateList of Related Literature Literature Type Part NumberService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6810 11/13 Service Views NON-SERVICE Side260RCL Service Views Prestart Checklist Generator Set OperationOperating Area Keep the generator set area clear. Maintain at leastExercising the Generator Set Generator Set OperationAutomatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer Switches Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System DiagnosticsSystem Diagnostics ExercisePower Failure During Exercise Exerciser ResetSetting the Exerciser at Power-up Unloaded Full-Speed ExerciseChanging the Exercise Setting Procedure to Change the Exercise Setting2RDC2 Main Menu 3Procedure to Set the Exerciser Faults Resetting the Controller after a Fault ShutdownATS Communication Errors Procedure to Reset the Controller after a Fault ShutdownFault Shutdown SD Condition Check 5Controller Fault Messages Model RXT Transfer Switch Operation Procedure to View Event HistorySetting Event LogTime Delays ATS Load Control Relay Time DelayATS Control Sequence of Operation Preferred Source FailsControls and Indicators RDC2 Controller OperationController Keypad LED Indicators ButtonButton Function LED OperationLCD Display Active AlertController Power Battery ChargingChanging Settings Procedure to Change SettingsChanging Settings on the RDC2 Controller 6Changing SettingsController Menus Main MenuOverview Menu Engine Metering MenuGenerator Metering Menu Voltage CalibrationGenerator Set Information Menu Genset Run Time MenuVoltage Regulator VR Voltage Adjust Setting the ExerciserAdjusting the Display Contrast Genset System MenuATS Status Menu 14ATS Status Menu, with CalibrationATS Configuration Menu Changing ATS Configuration SettingsDate and Time Menu Date and Time 02Dec2011 1234pm Time Format 12hr24hrNetworking Information Menus 17Networking Information MenuNetworking Status Submenu DhcpNetworking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password OnCue PasswordRbus Information Submenu 20RBUS Information SubmenuRemote Devices Submenu 21Remote Devices SubmenuProgrammable Interface Module PIM Menus Load Control Menus 23Load Control Status MenuScheduled Maintenance General MaintenanceService Schedule Every Operation DailyOil Specifications Lubrication SystemOil Check Oil AdditionsAir Cleaner Reset the maintenance timer on the RDC2Air Cleaner Service Procedure Check for leaksCooling System Checking and Filling CoolantExhaust System Inspection Points Flushing and Cleaning Flushing and Cleaning ProcedureCooling System Inspection Draining Cooling SystemIgnition System Model Spark plug gap 38 RCL, 48RCL, and 60RCL511 Storage Procedure Scheduled Maintenance TP-6810 11/13 Troubleshooting Fault MessagesIntroduction USB PortGenerator Set Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective ActionController Troubleshooting 2RDC2 Troubleshooting ChartTroubleshooting TP-6810 11/13 Appendix a Abbreviations AnsiLCB Page 2012, 2013 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved

38RCL, 48RCL, 60RCL specifications

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