Kohler Complete RDC2 Controller Manual for Portable Generators
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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 3-3.

Use the Select, Up arrow, and Down arrow buttons to navigate through the menus and change settings, if necessary. See Section 2.3 for operation instructions.

LEDs above the RUN, OFF, and AUTO buttons indicate the mode of operation as shown in Figure 3-4.

Power System LEDs indicate the status of the utility power and the generator set, and indicate which source is supplying power to the building (based on the position of the RXT transfer switch). See Figure 3-2 and Figure 3-4..

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 3-3 RDC2 Controller Pushbutton 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) or an ATS. Time delays operate as described in Section 2.3.

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 3-4 RDC2 Controller LED Operation

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Contents Models ControllersTP-6804 12/11 Generator Set Identification Numbers Product Identification InformationController Identification Engine IdentificationTable of Contents Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password Table of Contents TP-6804 12/11 Safety Precautions and Instructions BatteryAccidental Starting Engine Backfire/Flash Fire Exhaust SystemFuel System Hazardous Noise Hazardous Voltage/ Moving PartsHeavy Equipment Hot PartsIntroduction List of Related LiteratureNameplate Emission InformationService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6804 12/11 Introduction Engine Descriptions and Service ViewsTransfer Switch Generator Set EnclosureRDC2 Controller Features DC2 Controller Features Accessories Service Views Removed to Show DetailDescriptions and Service Views TP-6804 12/11 Exercising the Generator Set Prestart ChecklistGenerator Set Operation Generator Set OperationAutomatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer Switch Automatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer SwitchesSetting the Exerciser Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System DiagnosticsExercise Faults Resetting the Controller after a Fault Shutdown Clearing a Fault on the RDC2 ControllerCheck communication wiring between Controller Fault Messages Generator Set Operation TP-6804 12/11 RDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch Controller Controls and IndicatorsRDC2 Controller Operation Controller Keypad LED Indicators RUN OFF AutoAutopaging Displays, Automatic Mode LCD DisplayController Power Battery ChargingChanging Settings Changing Settings Setting the Exerciser Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power--upChanging the Exercise Settings Procedure to Set the Exerciser on the RDC2 Controller RDC2 Controller Menus Main MenuOverview Menu Engine Metering MenuGenerator Metering Menu 12 Generator Metering MenuGenerator Set Information Menu Genset Run Time MenuGenset System Menu 15 Genset System MenuATS Status Menu 16 ATS Status Menu, with CalibrationATS Configuration Menu 17 ATS Configuration MenuDate and Time Menu Networking Information MenusNetworking Status Submenu DhcpNetworking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password Reset OnCue Password? YesRbus Information RbusRemote Devices Submenu 23 Remote Devices SubmenuProgrammable Interface Module PIM Status Menu 24 Programmable Interface Module PIM Status MenuLoad Control Module LCM Menus 25 Load Control Module LCM Status MenuEvent Log 26 Event LogDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch Controller DC2 Controller OperationDC2 Controller Pushbutton Operation Status Displays, Generator Running Exerciser Reset Exercise ModesMaintenance Timer OnCue PasswordDC2 Controller Operation TP-6804 12/11 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled MaintenanceService Schedule, 14RESA/RESAL Models LubricationService Schedule, 20RESA/RESAL Models Engine Oil Recommendation Oil Change ProcedureLubrication System Low Oil Pressure ShutdownResetting the Maintenance Timer Oil Cooler 20RESA/RESALAir Cleaner Service Air Cleaner, 14RESA/RESAL ModelsSpark Plugs Air Cleaner, 20RESA/RESAL Models Cooling System EZ-273000-J Storage Procedure Controller Service Access TroubleshootingFault Messages IntroductionTroubleshooting General Troubleshooting ChartAppendix a Abbreviations AnsiLCB Page By Kohler Co. All rights reserved

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