Kohler 14/20RESAL manual LCD Display, Autopaging Displays, Automatic Mode

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3.2.3LCD Display

The controller is equipped with a two-line x 16 character backlit digital display with adjustable contrast. When the generator is running, the controller automatically scrolls through the displays shown in Figure 3-5. When the system is in AUTO, the screens shown in Figure 3-6 are displayed.

When a fault or warning condition exists, the controller will show the corresponding message. See Section 2.5 for more information about faults.

Controller menus display power system information, including status information for the engine, generator, and optional RBUS accessories, exercise settings, and event history. Some menus allow changes to the controller settings. See Sections 3.7 through 3.21 for menu diagrams.

Active Alert

Genset Status

Running

Voltage: 240V

Freq: 60.0Hz

Engine: 123F

Oil Pressure: OK

Battery

12.3V

Engine Runtime: 12345.6 h

Date: 02DEC2011

Time: HR:MNpm

Sample data shown.

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Figure 3-5 Autopaging Displays, Generator Running

The display contrast is adjustable. Navigate to the Genset System menu and step down to the Contrast screen. Press the Select button, and then use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the contrast. See Section 3.5, Changing Settings, and Section 3.14, Genset System Menu.

The display backlight turns off after about a minute of no activity. The backlight turns on when a button is pressed or when the generator set starts.

Active Alert

Genset Status

Standby

Battery

12.3V

Engine Runtime: 12345.6 h

Date: 02DEC2011

Time: HR:MNpm

Next Exercise: 09:00p 09Dec2011

Next Maintenance: 150 h or Mar2012

Sample data shown.

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Figure 3-6 Autopaging Displays, Automatic Mode

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Contents Controllers ModelsTP-6804 12/11 Engine Identification Product Identification InformationController Identification Generator Set Identification NumbersTable of Contents Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password Table of Contents TP-6804 12/11 Battery Safety Precautions and InstructionsAccidental Starting Exhaust System Engine Backfire/Flash FireHazardous Voltage/ Moving Parts Fuel System Hazardous NoiseHot Parts Heavy EquipmentList of Related Literature IntroductionEmission Information NameplateService Assistance Service Assistance TP-6804 12/11 Generator Set Enclosure Descriptions and Service ViewsTransfer Switch Introduction EngineRDC2 Controller Features DC2 Controller Features Accessories Removed to Show Detail Service ViewsDescriptions and Service Views TP-6804 12/11 Generator Set Operation Prestart ChecklistGenerator Set Operation Exercising the Generator SetAutomatic Operation with Model RDT or RSB Transfer Switches Automatic Operation with Model RXT Transfer SwitchUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics Setting the ExerciserExercise Faults Clearing a Fault on the RDC2 Controller Resetting the Controller after a Fault ShutdownCheck communication wiring between Controller Fault Messages Generator Set Operation TP-6804 12/11 Controls and Indicators RDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch ControllerRDC2 Controller Operation RUN OFF Auto Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsLCD Display Autopaging Displays, Automatic ModeBattery Charging Controller PowerChanging Settings Changing Settings Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power--up Setting the ExerciserChanging the Exercise Settings Procedure to Set the Exerciser on the RDC2 Controller Main Menu RDC2 Controller MenusEngine Metering Menu Overview Menu12 Generator Metering Menu Generator Metering MenuGenset Run Time Menu Generator Set Information Menu15 Genset System Menu Genset System Menu16 ATS Status Menu, with Calibration ATS Status Menu17 ATS Configuration Menu ATS Configuration MenuNetworking Information Menus Date and Time MenuDhcp Networking Status SubmenuReset OnCue Password? Yes Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue PasswordRbus Rbus Information23 Remote Devices Submenu Remote Devices Submenu24 Programmable Interface Module PIM Status Menu Programmable Interface Module PIM Status Menu25 Load Control Module LCM Status Menu Load Control Module LCM Menus26 Event Log Event LogDC2 Controller Operation DC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch ControllerDC2 Controller Pushbutton Operation Status Displays, Generator Running Exercise Modes Exerciser ResetOnCue Password Maintenance TimerDC2 Controller Operation TP-6804 12/11 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled MaintenanceLubrication Service Schedule, 14RESA/RESAL ModelsService Schedule, 20RESA/RESAL Models Low Oil Pressure Shutdown Oil Change ProcedureLubrication System Engine Oil RecommendationOil Cooler 20RESA/RESAL Resetting the Maintenance TimerAir Cleaner, 14RESA/RESAL Models Air Cleaner ServiceSpark Plugs Air Cleaner, 20RESA/RESAL Models Cooling System EZ-273000-J Storage Procedure Introduction TroubleshootingFault Messages Controller Service AccessGeneral Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingAnsi Appendix a AbbreviationsLCB Page By Kohler Co. All rights reserved

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