Kohler Generator Exercise Cycle: Setting Date and Time for 14k and 20k Models
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3.6 Setting the Exerciser

Set the exerciser to automatically run the generator set for 20 minutes every week or every two weeks.

3.6.1Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power--up

When battery power is connected to the controller, you will be prompted to set the date and time, and then to set the exerciser.

The first setting will flash. Press the Up and Down arrow buttons to change the setting. Press Select to save the setting and move on to the next. See Section 3.5 for more detailed instructions to change settings on the RDC2.

If the battery is disconnected and reconnected during generator set maintenance or service, the time, date, and exercise settings will need to be re-entered.

3.6.2Changing the Exercise Settings

This section explains how to change the exercise settings after the initial setup.

Follow the procedure below and see the flowchart in Figure 3-8 to set the exercise time and date, mode, and frequency.

Procedure to Set the Exerciser

1.Press the AUTO button on the controller.

2.Press the Select button to go to the main menu. See Figure 3-9.

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 3-8.

5.Use the down arrow button to step to the Next Exercise menu. If the exerciser is not set, No Exercise Scheduled will be displayed.

6.Press and HOLD the Select button to enable editing.

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

8.Press the Up or Down arrow buttons to change the setting.

9.Press the Select button to save the setting and move to the next. For example, save HR setting and move to MN.

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

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

12.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 Unloaded Cycle, Unloaded Full, or Loaded Full (RXT ATS required) as shown in Figure 3-8. Unloaded Cycle is recommended. See Sections 2.4.2 through 2.4.4 for information about the exercise modes.

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

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

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 ATS, refer to the transfer switch operation manual for instructions.

Exerciser Reset

To reset the exerciser to run at a different day and/or time or to change the exercise mode, follow the procedure in Section 3.6.2 to change the exerciser settings.

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Contents Controllers ModelsTP-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 Battery Safety Precautions and InstructionsAccidental 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 SwitchesUnloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System Diagnostics Setting the ExerciserExercise 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 Controls and Indicators RDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch ControllerRDC2 Controller Operation Controller Keypad LED Indicators RUN OFF AutoAutopaging Displays, Automatic Mode LCD DisplayBattery 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 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, 14RESA/RESAL Models Air Cleaner ServiceSpark 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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