Kohler 24RCL manual Controller Keypad LED Indicators, Button Function, LED Operation

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3.2.1 Controller Keypad

3.2.2 LED Indicators

The Run, Off, and Auto buttons control the generator set as described in Figure 3-2. Use the Select, Up arrow, and Down arrow buttons to navigate through the menus and change settings, if necessary. See Section 2.4 for operation instructions.

LEDs above the RUN, OFF, and AUTO buttons indicate the mode of operation as shown in Figure 3-2.

The RDC2 controller also has a set of power system LEDs below the pushbuttons. The power system LEDs indicate which power sources are available and which source is supplying power to the building (based on the position of the Model RXT transfer switch). See Figure 3-1.

Note: The power system LEDs operate only if a Model RXT transfer switch is connected. They will not operate if a Model RDT or RSB transfer switch is used.

Button

RUN

OFF

AUTO

Down arrow

Select

Up arrow

Button Function

Starts the generator set. The engine start time delay is ignored.

Stops the generator set. The cooldown time delay is ignored.

During the engine crank cycle, pressing OFF will stop the crank cycle.

Press OFF to clear faults and reset the controller.

Places the generator set in Automatic (standby) mode.

Use to navigate through menus and change settings. This manual contains instructions to navigate the controller menus and adjust settings on the RDC2 controller.

Figure 3-2Pushbutton Operation

LED

RUN

OFF

AUTO

Utility Power Available *

Building on Utility Power *

Generator Power Available *

Building on Generator Power *

LED Operation

Lights when the generator set has been started locally by pressing the RUN button. Remote start and stop commands are ignored.

Lights for 2 seconds, then flashes every 2 seconds when the generator set and controller are off. Remote start/stop commands have no effect. The exercise cycle will not run.

In Auto mode, OFF LED flashes quickly to indicate a fault shutdown. Attention required. Identify and correct the fault condition before resetting the controller.

Lights when the generator is in automatic (standby) mode. Generator set will respond to engine start and stop commands from the controller (for example, exercise start and stop commands), an ATS, or OnCuerPlus, Time delays operate as described in Section 2.4.

Lights when utility power is available.

Lights when the building load is connected to utility power through the RXT transfer switch.

Lights when generator power is available.

Lights when the building load is connected to generator power through the RXT transfer switch.

* These LEDs operate only if a Model RXT transfer switch is connected.

Figure 3-3RDC2 Controller LED Operation

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Contents RDC2 TP-6905 6/14Controller Identification Accessory Number Accessory DescriptionProduct Identification Information Generator Set Identification NumbersTable of Contents Scheduled Maintenance TroubleshootingAppendix a Abbreviations Accidental Starting Safety Precautions and InstructionsBattery Accidental starting Can cause severe injury or deathEngine Backfire/Flash Fire Exhaust SystemFuel System Hazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or death Hazardous NoiseHazardous noise Can cause hearing loss Airborne particles Can cause severe injury or blind- nessHot Parts Hot coolant and steam Can cause severe injury or deathIntroduction NameplateList of Related Literature Literature Type Part NumberService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6905 6/14 Service Views Cooling System DetailService Views TP-6905 6/14 Operating Area Prestart ChecklistGenerator Set Operation Keep the generator set area clear. Maintain at leastExercising the Generator Set Generator Set OperationSystem Diagnostics Automatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer SwitchesUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics ExerciseSetting the Exerciser at Power-up Power Failure During ExerciseExerciser Reset Unloaded Full-Speed ExerciseChanging the Exercise Setting Procedure to Change 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 RDC2 Fault OnCuer Condition Check Plus ATSECM Air filter 5Controller Fault Messages Setting Model RXT Transfer Switch OperationProcedure to View Event History Event LogATS Control Sequence of Operation Time DelaysATS Load Control Relay Time Delay Normal Source FailsControls and Indicators RDC2 Controller OperationButton Function Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsButton LED OperationLCD Display Active AlertChanging Settings Controller PowerBattery Charging 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 MenuAdjusting the Display Contrast Voltage Regulator VR Voltage AdjustSetting the Exerciser Genset System MenuATS Status Menu Screens on this page do not appearATS Configuration Menu Changing ATS Configuration SettingsDate and Time Menu Date and Time 02Dec2014 1234pm Time Format 12hr24hrNetworking Information Menus 17Networking Information MenuNetworking Status Submenu DhcpNetworking Configuration Submenu OnCue Plus Password OnCue Plus PasswordRbus Information Submenu 20RBUS Information SubmenuRemote Devices Submenu 21Remote Devices SubmenuProgrammable Interface Module PIM Menus Load Control Menus 23Load Control Status MenuScheduled Maintenance General MaintenanceScheduled Maintenance TP-6905 6/14 Service Schedule Oil Check Oil SpecificationsLubrication System Oil AdditionsStop the generator set. Check the oil level. Add Reset the maintenance timer on the RDC2Replace the oil filter Check for leaksAir Cleaner Air Cleaner Service ProcedureCooling System Checking and Filling CoolantExhaust System Inspection Points Cooling System Inspection Flushing and CleaningFlushing and Cleaning Procedure Draining Cooling SystemIgnition System Model Spark plug gap511 Battery Storage Procedure Introduction TroubleshootingFault Messages USB PortGenerator Set Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective ActionController Troubleshooting 2RDC2 Troubleshooting ChartTroubleshooting TP-6905 6/14 Appendix a Abbreviations AnsiLCB Page By Kohler Co. All rights reserved

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