Kohler 8/10/12RESV manual Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-up, Exerciser Reset

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3.6 Setting the Exerciser

Set the exerciser to automatically run the generator set for 20 minutes every week or every two weeks.

3.6.1Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-up

When battery power is connected to the controller, you will be prompted to set the date and time, and then to set the exerciser.

The first setting will flash. Press the Up and Down arrow buttons to change the setting. Press Select to save the setting and move on to the next. See Section 3.5 for more detailed instructions to change settings on the RDC2.

If the battery is disconnected and reconnected during generator set maintenance or service, the time, date, and exercise settings will need to be re-entered.

3.6.2Changing the Exercise Settings

This section explains how to change the exercise settings after the initial setup.

Follow the procedure below and see the flowchart in Figure 3-8 to set the exercise time and date, mode, and frequency.

Procedure to Set the Exerciser

1.Press the AUTO button on the controller.

2.Press the Select button to go to the main menu. See Figure 3-9.

3.Press the down arrow button to step to the Genset System menu.

4.Press the Select button to enter the Genset system menu. See Figure 3-8.

5.Use the down arrow button to step to the Next Exercise menu. If the exerciser is not set, No Exercise Scheduled will be displayed.

6.Press and HOLD the Select button to enable editing.

7.Press the Select button. The setting flashes to show that it can be changed. For example, HR flashes to show that the hour can be changed.

8.Press the Up or Down arrow buttons to change the setting.

9.Press the Select button to save the setting and move to the next. For example, save HR setting and move to MN.

10.Repeat steps 5 through 9 to change the next item on the line until the desired settings are displayed.

11.Press Select to save after all settings have been selected. Settings will stop flashing.

12.If the generator set is connected to a Kohlerr Model RXT transfer switch, the exercise can be changed to a loaded exercise. Set the Exercise Mode to Unloaded Cycle, Unloaded Full, or Loaded Full (RXT ATS required) as shown in Figure 3-8. Unloaded Cycle is recommended. See Sections 2.4.2 through 2.4.4 for information about the exercise modes.

13.Set the exercise frequency (weekly or every two weeks). Weekly exercises are recommended.

14.Press the down arrow button to step to the Return menu. Press the Select button to return to the main menu.

After a scheduled exercise run, the next exercise time and date will be updated automatically based on the Exercise Frequency setting.

Other transfer switches: For a loaded exercise with a transfer switch other than a Kohlerr Model RXT ATS, refer to the transfer switch operation manual for instructions.

Exerciser Reset

To reset the exerciser to run at a different day and/or time or to change the exercise mode, follow the procedure in Section 3.6.2 to change the exerciser settings.

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Contents RDC2 TP-6880 10/14aGenerator Set Identification Numbers Accessory Number Accessory DescriptionProduct Identification Information Controller IdentificationTable of Contents Troubleshooting Scheduled MaintenanceDC2 Controller Operation Accidental Starting Safety Precautions and InstructionsBattery Accidental starting Can cause severe injury or deathCarbon monoxide Can Cause Engine Backfire/Flash FireExhaust System Fire Can cause severe injury or deathFuel System Hazardous Noise Hazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or deathHeavy Equipment Hot PartsIntroduction Transfer Switch LiteratureAccessory Literature List of Related LiteratureGenerator Set Application NameplateEmission Information Emission Compliance PeriodService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6880 10/14 Descriptions and Service Views RDC2 Controller Features DC2 Controller Features Programmable Interface Module PIM AccessoriesCarburetor Heater Load Control Module LCMService Views 12143Service View Prestart Checklist Generator Set OperationGenerator Set Operation TP-6880 10/14 Exercising the Generator Set Generator Set OperationUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics Automatic Operation with Other Transfer SwitchesSetting the Exerciser ExerciseUnloaded Full-Speed Exercise Power Failure During Exercise CycleSystem Diagnostics Loaded Full-Speed Exercise with RXT onlyResetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown FaultsATS Communication Errors ShutdownsFault Message Shutdown SD Condition Check 3Controller Fault Messages Fault Shutdown SD Condition CheckGenerator Enclosure Thermostat Generator Set Operation TP-6880 10/14 Controls and Indicators RDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch ControllerRDC2 Controller Operation Button Function Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsButton LED OperationLCD Display Active AlertChanging Settings Controller PowerBattery Charging Procedure to Change SettingsChanging Settings on the RDC2 Controller 7Changing SettingsChanging the Exercise Settings Setting the ExerciserSetting the Exerciser at Controller Power-up Procedure to Set the Exerciser8Procedure to Set the Exerciser on the RDC2 Controller RDC2 Controller Menus Main MenuOverview Menu Engine Metering MenuGenerator Metering Menu Voltage CalibrationGenerator Set Information Menu Genset Run Time MenuGenset System Menu Setting the ExerciserAdjusting the Display Contrast Voltage Regulator VR Voltage AdjATS Status Menu Screens on this page do not appearATS Configuration Menu Changing ATS Configuration SettingsDate and Time Menu Networking Information MenusNetworking Status Submenu DhcpPassword Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Plus PasswordDhcp Submenu 21Network Configuration Submenu Rbus Information 22RBUS Information SubmenuRemote Devices Submenu From FigureProgrammable Interface Module PIM Status Menu Load Control Module LCM or Load Shed Kit Menus 25Load Control Module LCM or Load Shed Kit Status MenuProcedure to View Event History Event LogRDC2 Controller Operation TP-6880 10/14 DC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch Controller DC2 Controller OperationLED Indication Controller KeypadButton Button Function Description5Status Displays, Generator Running Exerciser Reset Exercise ModesMaintenance Timer OnCue Plus PasswordDC2 Controller Operation TP-6880 10/14 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Service Schedule Engine Oil Recommendation Oil Change ProcedureLubrication System Low Oil Pressure ShutdownReplace the oil filter Reset the maintenance timer on the controllerDrain the oil Fill with oilModel Resv RDC2 Resetting the Maintenance TimerSpark Plugs Model Resvl DC2Air Cleaner, 8RESV/RESVL Models Air Cleaner ServicePaper Element Service Air Cleaner, 10/12RESV/RESVL Models Cooling SystemHazardous noise Can cause hearing loss EZ-273000-J Storage Procedure Scheduled Maintenance TP-6880 10/14 Introduction TroubleshootingFault Messages USB PortTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective ActionAppendix a Abbreviations AnsiLCB Page TP-6880 10/14
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