3.Fill with oil.

a.Fill the engine to the F mark on the dipstick. The engine oil capacity is shown in Figure 5-2. See Section 5.2.3, Engine Oil Recommendation, for oil selection.

Generator Set Model

Oil Capacity, L (qt.)

 

 

 

14RESA/RESAL

1.9

(2.0)

 

 

 

20RESA/RESAL

2.8

(3.0)

Figure 5-2 Engine Oil Capacity

b.Reinstall the dipstick and the oil fill cap.

c.Reconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative (--) lead last.

d.Reconnect the utility power to the generator set.

e.Press the RUN button on the generator set controller. The generator set will start.

f.Run the generator set for a minute to allow the oil pressure to reach operating range.

g.Stop the generator set, wait 1 minute, and then recheck the oil level. Add oil to bring the level up to the F mark on the dipstick.

4.Check for leaks.

a.Check for oil leaks.

b.Fix leaks and recheck the oil level.

c.Reinstall the housing side panel.

5.Reset the maintenance timer on the controller.

5.2.5Resetting the Maintenance Timer

14/20RESA (RDC2):

1.In the Overview menu, step down to the Next Maintenance screen.

2.Press the Select button.

3.Press the Up arrow button so that Reset Maint Timer? Yes is displayed.

4.Press the Select button. The next maintenance interval and date will be displayed.

14/20RESAL (DC2):

1.Press and hold the OFF and AUTO buttons together until Maintenance Timer Reset is displayed.

2.Release the OFF and AUTO buttons.

5.2.6Oil Cooler 20RESA/RESAL

Inspect and clean the oil cooler at the intervals indicated in the service schedule. The oil cooler must be kept free of debris.

See Figure 5-3 for the oil cooler location. The oil cooler is located under the No. 2 cylinder shroud. Remove the top mounting screw and loosen the two side screws, then lift off the cylinder shroud.

Clean the outside of the oil cooler fins with a brush or with compressed air.

1. Oil cooler

1

62 590 01

 

 

Figure 5-3 Oil Cooler Location

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