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Kohler 15/30RES User Manual

Kohler 15/30RES
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Residential/Commercial Generator Sets
Models:
15/30RES
15/30RESA
15/30REYG
15/30RYG
Controller:
Advanced Digital Control
TP-6198 3/15b
Service
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Kohler 15/30RES Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKohler
Model15/30RES
CategoryPortable Generator
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions and Instructions

Accidental Starting Safety

Precautions to prevent accidental generator startup and related hazards.

Battery Safety and Handling

Information on battery acid hazards, explosion risks, and safe handling procedures.

Engine Backfire and Flash Fire Hazards

Warnings about risks associated with engine backfire and fuel system fires.

Engine Fluids and Chemical Product Safety

Guidelines for safely handling engine fluids and chemical products.

Exhaust System Safety

Information on exhaust system hazards, including carbon monoxide risks.

Fuel System Safety

Precautions for handling fuels and preventing hazards from explosive vapors.

Hazardous Noise and Hearing Protection

Guidance on noise hazards and the need for hearing protection.

Hazardous Voltage and Moving Parts

Warnings about electrical hazards and risks from moving components.

Heavy Equipment Lifting Safety

Instructions for safely lifting the generator set and related equipment.

Hot Parts and Burn Prevention

Alerts about hot engine and exhaust system parts and burn prevention.

Introduction

List of Related Materials

References to other manuals and literature for generator set operation and service.

Routine Service Parts

List of recommended spare parts for routine maintenance.

Service Assistance

Section 1 Specifications

Introduction to Specifications

Overview of generator set and engine specifications.

Controller Specifications

Details on the Advanced Digital Control (ADC 2100) specifications.

Engine Specifications

Technical details of the generator set engine.

Torque Specifications

Recommended torque values for various fasteners.

Alternator Specifications

Technical data for the generator set alternator.

Service Views

Diagrams illustrating service points on the generator set.

Section 2 Scheduled Maintenance

Service Schedule Overview

General guidelines for performing maintenance at specified intervals.

Battery Maintenance

Procedures for checking and maintaining the generator set battery.

Fuel System Maintenance

Routine service items for the fuel system.

Section 3 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Introduction

Guidance on troubleshooting generator set control issues.

Initial Checks for Problems

Basic checks to perform before diagnosing complex issues.

Troubleshooting Chart

A reference table for identifying and resolving generator set faults.

Section 4 Controller

Controller Introduction

Overview of the ADC 2100 controller and related components.

Controller Display and Keypad Functions

Explanation of the controller's display and keypad interface.

Master Switch Operation

Details on the generator set master switch positions and connections.

Sequence of Operation

Describes the controller's start, run, stop, and fault sequences.

Controller Faults and Codes

Lists and explains controller warnings and shutdown fault codes.

Relay Interface Board (RIB)

Information on the relay interface board and its components.

Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) Module

Details on the SCR module's function, testing, and replacement.

Controller Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the ADC 2100 controller.

Controller Configuration and Adjustment

Guides for checking and adjusting controller settings and output.

Continuous Power Mode Jumper

Procedure for disconnecting the continuous power mode jumper.

Section 5 Component Testing and Adjustment

Theory of Operation

Explains how the generator set produces AC voltage and how the controller regulates it.

Separate Excitation Test

Procedure to test the alternator using an external voltage source.

Main Field (Rotor) Testing

Methods for testing the rotor's continuity, resistance, and ground faults.

Slip Rings Maintenance

Guidance on cleaning and maintaining generator set slip rings.

Brush Inspection and Replacement

Procedures for checking and replacing generator brushes.

Voltage Adjustment and Regulation

Details on adjusting and regulating generator output voltage.

Voltage Reconnection Procedures

Information on reconnecting the generator set for voltage changes.

Governor System Operation

Explanation of how engine speed affects alternator output frequency.

Fault Shutdown Tests

Tests to verify the operation of various shutdown functions.

Fuel Systems Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues related to fuel pressure and regulators.

Fuel Conversion Information

Guidance on converting the fuel system between natural gas and LP.

Fuse Identification and Replacement

Information on the location, rating, and replacement of fuses.

Continuity Checks

Procedures for checking component continuity using an ohmmeter.

Appendix A Abbreviations

Appendix B Common Hardware Application Guidelines

Appendix C General Torque Specifications

Appendix D Common Hardware Identification

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