Kohler 24RCL manual Replace the oil filter, Stop the generator set. Check the oil level. Add

2.Replace the oil filter.

a. Remove the oil filter by rotating it counterclockwise with an oil filter wrench.

Note: On model 30RCLH only, ensure that the oil cooler adapter nut is tightened to specification [Torque = 40 Nm (29.5 ft.lbs.)] and that oil cooler adapter and gasket are seated properly.

5.	Stop the generator set. Check the oil level. Add
	oil, as necessary, to bring the level up to the Full
	mark.
	Note: Too high an oil level causes high oil
	consumption and engine carbonizing. Too
	low a level damages the engine.
6.	Reset the maintenance timer on the RDC2.
	a. In the Overview menu, step down to the Next
	Maintenance screen.

Note: Model 24RCL does not have an oil cooler.

1.Oil Filter

2.Oil Cooler Adapter Nut

3.Oil Cooler Adapter

4.Adapter Gasket

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b.	Press the Select button.
c. Press the Up arrow button so that Reset Maint
	Timer? Yes is displayed.
d. Press the Select button. The next maintenance
	interval and date will be displayed.

Figure 4-2Oil cooler and adapter nut (model 30RCLH only)

b.Clean any surfaces that the oil filter contacts.

c.Apply a light coat of clean oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.

d.Lightly thread the new oil filter by hand until you feel resistance. Then, tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn with an oil filter wrench [Torque = 25 Nm (18.4 ft.lbs.)].

3.Fill with oil. Use 5W-30for oil selection and Figure 4-3 for oil capacity.

Model	Oil Capacity, L (qt.)
24RCL and 30RCLH	4.2 (4.4)

Figure 4-3Oil Capacity

4.Check for leaks.

a.Press the OFF button on the RDC2 generator set controller.

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

c.Reconnect the power for the battery charger.

d.Start the generator set and check for leaks around the oil filter.

e.Stop the generator set and tighten the oil filter to stop any leaks.

f.Reinstall the housing side panel.

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