Kohler 10CCE - Controls and Indicators; Starting the Generator Set; Gauge Operation; Stopping the Generator Set

4 Operation TP-5977 7/98
2.3.1 Controls and Indicators
The following table describes the generator set
controller controls and indicators.
Name Description
Start/Stop Switch Use switch to start and stop the
generator set. Press the switch to
the start position to startgenerator
set. Press the switch to the stop
position to stop the generator set.
AC Circuit Breaker
(optional)
Circuit breaker trips when a fault
occurs in the outputcircuit. During
maintenance of vehicle wiring, the
circuit breaker disconnects the
generator set. Place the circuit
breaker(s) in the ON position to
close circuit breaker.
Input Fuse Protects the controllercircuitryand
the generator DC wiring in the
event of a short circuit.
Remote Start
Connector
A 6-pin connector on controller
back panel allows connection of
(optional) remote start kits. Use
to operate the generator set at a
location remote from the set.
Hourmeter Meter records total generator set
operating hours for reference in
maintenance scheduling.
Fault Lamp Lamp lights to indicate a fault
condition. Generator set shuts
down on overspeed, high engine
temperature, and low oil
pressure. Fault lamp does not
stay lit after generator set shuts
down. Fault lamp lights as fault
occurs.
2.3.2 Starting the Generator Set
The following table describes the actions required to
start the generator set.
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Starting
Place the generator set controller start/stop switch or the
remote start/stop switch in the start position.
NOTE
Do not crank engine continuously for more than
10 seconds at a time. Allow a 60 second cooldown
periodbetweencrankingattemptsiftheenginedoesnot
start. If the generator set does not start after three
attempts, see Section 4—Troubleshooting for possible
causes.
2.3.3 Gauge Operation
If generator set has the optional 3-meter panel kit,
observe the gauges upon engine start-up. If gauge
readings arenot withinthe ranges specified, contact an
authorized service distributor/dealer.
Gauge Operating Range
Oil pressure 0-100 psi (0-690 kPa)
Water temperature
100-240°F (38-116°C)
or
100-250°F (38-120°C)
DC voltmeter 10-16 volts
Figure 2-1. Engine Gauge Specifications
2.3.4 Stopping the Generator Set
The following table describes the actions required to
stop the generator set.
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1 Cooldown
Run generatorsetatno load for5minutes toensure
adequate engine cooldown.
2 Stopping
Place controller start/stop switch or remote
start/stop switch in the stop position and wait until
generator set comes to a complete stop.