Kohler 24RCL manual Storage Procedure, Hazardous voltage Will cause severe injury or death

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4.9Storage Procedure

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect all power sources before opening the enclosure.

Connecting the battery and the battery charger. Hazardous voltage can cause severe injury or death. Reconnect the battery correctly, positive to positive and negative to negative, to avoid electrical shock and damage to the battery charger and battery(ies). Have a qualified electrician install the battery(ies).

Follow the procedure below when storing your generator set for a long period (3 months or more).

1.Start and run the generator set until it reaches operating temperature or about 15 minutes.

2.Stop the generator set.

3.Change the oil and oil filter; see Section 4.3.4, Oil and Filter Change.

4.Check the engine coolant protection; see Section 4.6.

Note: Use antifreeze capable of withstanding the lowest possible temperatures.

5.Keep spark plugs in their holes or seal spark plug holes with suitable threaded metal plugs.

6.Clean the exterior of the generator set and spread a light film of oil or silicon spray over any exposed surfaces that may be subject to rust or corrosion.

7.Seal the air inlet, exhaust pipe, and fuel tank cap with tape.

8.Disconnect and remove the battery. Place the battery in a warm, dry location for the storage period. Recharge the battery once a month to maintain a full charge.

9.Select a well-ventilated (not humid or dusty) location to store the generator.

10.Cover the entire unit with a dust cover.

Note: Run the generator set once a month whenever possible.

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Contents RDC2 TP-6905 6/14Accessory 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 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 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 ATS Communication ErrorsResetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown Procedure to Reset the Controller after a Fault ShutdownFault RDC2 Fault OnCuer Condition Check Plus ATSECM Air filter 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 Normal 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 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 Specifications Lubrication SystemOil Check Oil AdditionsReset the maintenance timer on the RDC2 Replace the oil filterStop the generator set. Check the oil level. Add Check for leaksAir Cleaner Air Cleaner Service ProcedureCooling System Checking and Filling CoolantExhaust System Inspection Points Flushing and Cleaning Flushing and Cleaning ProcedureCooling System Inspection Draining Cooling SystemIgnition System Model Spark plug gap511 Battery Storage Procedure Troubleshooting Fault MessagesIntroduction 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

24RCL specifications

The Kohler 24RCL is a powerful, compact generator designed to provide reliable backup power for residential applications. Equipped with a robust 24 kW output, this generator is engineered for both efficiency and durability, making it an excellent choice for homeowners looking to safeguard their property against outages.

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