Kohler 12RESM1 manual Engine starting battery location

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Note: The generator set will not start and circuit board damage may occur if the battery is connected in reverse.

Figure 1-22 shows the location of the engine starting battery. Standard battery cables provide easy connection to the battery. Use the following procedure to install and connect the battery.

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Figure 1-22 Battery Location, Air Intake End

Battery Installation Procedure

1.Ensure that the starting battery is fully charged before placing the battery in service.

2.Clean the battery posts and/or adapters if necessary.

3.Install the battery post adapters, if needed.

4.Place the battery in the housing.

5.Verify that the controller master switch is in the OFF position.

6.Connect the positive (+) lead to the engine starting battery.

7.Connect the negative (--) lead to the engine starting battery.

Refer to the generator set Operation Manual and the battery manufacturer’s instructions for battery maintenance instructions.

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Contents Controller DC-RET Digital Control ModelsTP-6516 4/09d Generator Set Identification Numbers Product Identification InformationEngine Identification Controller IdentificationTable of Contents TP-6516 4/09 Battery Safety Precautions and InstructionsAccidental Starting Exhaust System Engine Backfire/Flash FireFuel System Hazardous Voltage/ Moving Parts Hazardous NoiseHeavy Equipment Hot Parts Detail IntroductionGenerator Set Component Locations, 17/18 kW Models Service Assistance TP-6516 4/09 General InstallationLifting Generator Set InspectionSee Section Generator Set Clearances, 12 kW Models, ADV-7466, Sheet Installation TP-6516 4/09 Generator Set Clearances, 17/18 kW Models, ADV-7341-B, Sheet Exhaust Requirements Power SupplyAir Requirements Fuel Supply Fuel RequirementsFuel Pipe Size Fuel ConversionFuel Conversion 17 Dsai Connection AC Connections Electrical ConnectionsRemote Start Connection Battery ChargerGrounding EZ-273000-J Engine starting battery location 24 Carburetor Heater, 17/18 kW Carburetor Heater optionalStartup Notification Prestart Installation CheckInstallation TP-6516 4/09 Wiring Diagrams and Schematics Wiring DiagramsSchematic Diagram, 12 kW Models, ADV-7351 Point-to-Point Wiring Diagram, 12 kW Models, GM52471 Schematic Diagram, Single Phase, 17/18 kW Models, ADV-7353 TP-6516 4/09 Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams TP-6516 4/09 Ansi Appendix a AbbreviationsLCB TP-6516 4/09 TP-6516 4/09 Page 2007, 2008, 2009 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved