Battery | Kohler 6VSG, 24VDC, 36VDC, 48VDC specification

4.8.5Battery

Perform battery storage last.

1.Press the OFF button on the generator set controller.

2.Disconnect the battery, negative (–) lead first.

3.Clean the battery.

4.Place the battery in a warm, dry location.

5.Connect the battery to a float/equalize battery charger, or charge the battery monthly using a trickle charger. Follow the battery charger manufacturer’s recommendations.

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TP-6843 1/13

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Kohler 6VSG, 24VDC, 36VDC, 48VDC manual Battery

Contents

VSC TP-6843 1/13a Product Identification Information Controller IdentificationGenerator Set Identification Numbers Engine Identification Table of Contents Scheduled Maintenance Table of ContentsAppendix a Abbreviations Battery Safety Precautions and InstructionsAccidental Starting Engine Backfire/Flash Fire Exhaust System Use extreme care when handling, storing, and using fuels Fuel System Hazardous Noise Heavy Equipment Hot Parts Introduction List of Related Literature Nameplate Emission Information Service Assistance Service Assistance TP-6843 1/13 Descriptions and Service Views Introduction EngineGenerator Set Enclosure Alternator Accessories Carburetor HeaterOnCue Generator Management System Programmable Interface Module PIM Service Views 3Optional Communications Kit Components Generator Set Operation Prestart ChecklistTheory of Operation Exercising the Generator Set Generator Set Operation Exercise FaultsShutdowns Resetting the Controller After a Fault Shutdown Fault Message ShutdownSD Condition Check 5Controller Fault Messages Generator Set Operation TP-6843 1/13 VSC Controller Operation Control and IndicatorsVSC Generator Set Controller LED Indicators Controller Keypad 6Autopaging Displays, Automatic Mode LCD Display Controller Power Battery ChargingChanging Settings Procedure to Change Settings 7Changing Settings Setting the Exerciser Setting the Exerciser at Controller Power-upChanging the Exercise Settings Procedure to Set the Exerciser 8Procedure to Set the Exerciser on the VSC Controller VSC Controller Menus Main Menu Overview Menu Engine Metering Menu Generator Metering Menu Calibration Generator Set Information Menu Genset Run Time Menu System Parameters for Battery Bank Charging Genset System Menu Nominal Voltage 24V 36V 48V System Voltage, VDC Setting the Exerciser Adjusting the Display Contrast Date and Time Menu Networking Information Menus Networking Status Submenu Dhcp Networking Configuration Submenu OnCue Password Password Rbus Information Rbus Remote Devices Submenu 25Remote Devices Submenu Programmable Interface Module PIM Status Menu Procedure to View Event History Event Log VSC Controller Operation TP-6843 1/13 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Service Schedule, 6VSG Models Fuel Oil Change Procedure Lubrication SystemLow Oil Pressure Shutdown Oil Check Resetting the Maintenance Timer Spark Plugs Precleaner Service Air Cleaner ServicePaper Element Service Engine Starting Battery Cooling System Storage Procedure Lubricating SystemFuel System Cylinder Lubrication Battery Troubleshooting Fault MessagesController Service Access Introduction Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Recommended Action Appendix a Abbreviations Abdc Systeme international d’unites TP-6843 1/13 Appendix Appendix TP-6843 1/13 Page 2012, 2013 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved