Kohler Complete Guide to DC2 and RDC2 Controller Operation

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Section 4 DC2 Controller Operation

4.1DC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch Controller

Model RESAL generator sets are equipped with the DC2 generator set/transfer switch controller.

Model RESA generator sets are equipped with the RDC2 generator set/transfer switch controller. See Section 3 for RDC2 controller operation information.

The DC2 controls the following power system components:

DModel 14RESAL or 20RESAL generator set

DModel RXT Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)

DLoad Control Module (LCM)

DProgrammable Interface Module (PIM)

DC2 controller features include:

DTwo-line x 16 character backlit digital display with adjustable contrast

DOFF, AUTO, RUN, and EXERCISE generator set control buttons

4.2 Controls and Indicators

Figure 4-1 illustrates the DC2 controller. See Figure 4-2 for details of the controller’s user interface.

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2. Service access (see Section 6.4)

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Figure 4-1 DC2 Controls and Indicators

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2-line LCD display

 

 

 

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EXERCISE button

 

 

 

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RUN button and LED

 

 

 

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OFF button and LED

 

 

 

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AUTO button and LED

 

 

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Figure 4-2 DC2 User Interface

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Contents Models ControllersTP-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 Safety Precautions and Instructions BatteryAccidental 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 SwitchSetting the Exerciser Unloaded Cycle Exercise with Complete System DiagnosticsExercise 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 RDC2 Generator Set/ Transfer Switch Controller Controls and IndicatorsRDC2 Controller Operation RUN OFF Auto Controller Keypad LED IndicatorsLCD Display Autopaging Displays, Automatic ModeController 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 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 Service Air Cleaner, 14RESA/RESAL ModelsSpark 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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