Kohler 24RCL manual Changing the Exercise Setting, Procedure to Change the Exercise Setting

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2.Press Select button to save the year and move to the month.

3.Use the arrow and select buttons to set the month and the day.

4.The time is displayed with the hour flashing. Use the up or down arrow key to step to the current hour and am or pm setting.

Note: Check the am/pm setting displayed. If pm is displayed and you need to change it to am, use the down arrow button to step down in time until the correct hour and am are displayed.

5.Press the Select button to save the hour and move to minutes.

6.Use the up or down arrow button to change the minutes.

7.Press Select to save the time and move to the next screen.

8.Next Exercise is displayed. Use the up, down, and select buttons to set the exercise time and date. Be sure to set a time and date in the future.

9.Press Select. The controller exits the exercise menu.

10.Press the Auto button and verify that the AUTO LED is lit. The generator set must be in automatic mode for the exercise to run as scheduled.

The exercise will run every 7 days at the same time, starting on the date set. To change the exerciser to run every other week or on a different day and time, use the following procedure.

2.5.8Changing the Exercise Setting

Set the date and time on the controller before setting the exercise schedule. Set the exerciser to automatically run the generator set for 20 minutes every week or every two weeks. Follow the procedure below and see the flowchart in Figure 2-3 to set the exercise time and date, mode, and frequency.

Procedure to Change the Exercise Setting

1. Press the AUTO button on the controller.

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

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 2-3.

5.Use the down arrow button to step to the next Exercise menu.

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

7.Press the UP or Down arrow buttons to change the setting.

8.Press the Select button to save the setting and move to the next. For example, save the hour setting and move to minutes.

9.Repeat steps 5 through 8 to change the next item on the line until the desired settings are displayed.

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

11.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 loaded full speed, unloaded full speed, or unloaded cycle as shown in Figure 2-3.

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

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

14.Check that the AUTO LED is lit. The generator set must be in automatic mode for the exercise to run as scheduled.

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, program the exercise at the transfer switch controller. Refer to the transfer switch operation manual for instructions.

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Contents TP-6905 6/14 RDC2Generator Set Identification Numbers Accessory Number Accessory DescriptionProduct Identification Information Controller IdentificationTable of Contents Troubleshooting Scheduled MaintenanceAppendix a Abbreviations Accidental starting Can cause severe injury or death Safety Precautions and InstructionsBattery Accidental StartingExhaust System Engine Backfire/Flash FireFuel System Airborne particles Can cause severe injury or blind- ness Hazardous NoiseHazardous noise Can cause hearing loss Hazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or deathHot coolant and steam Can cause severe injury or death Hot PartsNameplate IntroductionLiterature Type Part Number List of Related LiteratureService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6905 6/14 Cooling System Detail Service ViewsService Views TP-6905 6/14 Keep the generator set area clear. Maintain at least Prestart ChecklistGenerator Set Operation Operating AreaGenerator Set Operation Exercising the Generator SetExercise Automatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer SwitchesUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics System DiagnosticsUnloaded Full-Speed Exercise Power Failure During ExerciseExerciser Reset Setting the Exerciser at Power-upProcedure to Change the Exercise Setting Changing the Exercise Setting2RDC2 Main Menu 3Procedure to Set the Exerciser Procedure to Reset the Controller after a Fault Shutdown FaultsATS Communication Errors Resetting the Controller after a Fault ShutdownATS Fault RDC2 Fault OnCuer Condition Check PlusECM Air filter 5Controller Fault Messages Event Log Model RXT Transfer Switch OperationProcedure to View Event History SettingNormal Source Fails Time DelaysATS Load Control Relay Time Delay ATS Control Sequence of OperationRDC2 Controller Operation Controls and IndicatorsLED Operation Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsButton Button FunctionActive Alert LCD DisplayProcedure to Change Settings Controller PowerBattery Charging Changing 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 MenuGenset System Menu Voltage Regulator VR Voltage AdjustSetting the Exerciser Adjusting the Display ContrastScreens on this page do not appear ATS Status MenuChanging ATS Configuration Settings ATS Configuration MenuDate and Time 02Dec2014 1234pm Time Format 12hr24hr Date and Time Menu17Networking Information Menu Networking Information MenusDhcp Networking Status SubmenuOnCue Plus Password Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Plus Password20RBUS Information Submenu Rbus Information Submenu21Remote Devices Submenu Remote Devices SubmenuProgrammable Interface Module PIM Menus 23Load Control Status Menu Load Control MenusGeneral Maintenance Scheduled MaintenanceScheduled Maintenance TP-6905 6/14 Service Schedule Oil Additions Oil SpecificationsLubrication System Oil CheckCheck for leaks Reset the maintenance timer on the RDC2Replace the oil filter Stop the generator set. Check the oil level. AddAir Cleaner Service Procedure Air CleanerChecking and Filling Coolant Cooling SystemExhaust System Inspection Points Draining Cooling System Flushing and CleaningFlushing and Cleaning Procedure Cooling System InspectionModel Spark plug gap Ignition System511 Battery Storage Procedure USB Port TroubleshootingFault Messages IntroductionProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action Generator Set Troubleshooting2RDC2 Troubleshooting Chart Controller TroubleshootingTroubleshooting TP-6905 6/14 Ansi Appendix a AbbreviationsLCB Page By Kohler Co. All rights reserved

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