4.2.3LCD Display

The controller is equipped with a two-line x 16 character backlit digital display with adjustable contrast. When the generator set is running, the messages shown in Figure 4-5 are displayed. When the system is in AUTO, the LCD display steps through the status messages shown in Figure 4-6.

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

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 (if any)

Running

ATS: Normal *

Voltage: 240V

Freq: 60.0Hz

Engine: 123F

Oil Pressure: OK

Battery 12.3V

Runtime: 12345.6 h

Next Exercise:

7d 6h 42m

OnCue Status:

Disconnected [

Sample data shown.

* Model RXT ATS required

[OnCue status is displayed only if OnCue password has been reset.

Figure 4-5 Status Displays, Generator Running

Active Alert (if any)

Genset State

Standby

Battery 12.3V

Runtime: 12345.6 h

Next Exercise:

7d 6h 42m

Next Maint:

123h or 12months

OnCue Status:

Disconnected

Sample data shown.

[OnCue status is displayed only if OnCue password has been reset.

Figure 4-6 Status Displays, Generator in Standby

4.3 Controller Power

The DC2 controller is powered by the generator set engine starting battery.

Note: To disconnect controller power, disconnect the utility power to the generator set and disconnect the battery (negative lead first).

4.4 Battery Charging

The controller includes a built-in battery charger to maintain the engine starting battery. The DC2 controller monitors the battery voltage and provides a constant 14 ±2% VDC voltage and maximum 2.5 amps to charge the battery.

The installer must connect 120 VAC/60Hz utility power provided from the building on a breaker-protected circuit for the built-in battery charger. See the Installation Manual for instructions to connect power.

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Kohler 14/20RESAL manual Status Displays, Generator Running

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