TP-5964 7/014 Section 2 Operation
2.4 Starting and Stopping
Procedure
Note: Starter motor cooldown. Do not crank the
engine continuously for more than 10 seconds at
a time. Allow a 60-second cooldown period
between cranking attempts if the engine does not
start. If the unit fails to start after three attempts,
contact an authorized Kohler distributor/dealer
for repair. Failure to follow these guidelines may
result in starter motor burnout.
Note: Engine restart. If the engine starts and then
stops, allow the engine to come to a complete
stop before making a restart attempt. If the
flywheel ring gear is still rotating when the starter
pinion gear is engaged, the pinion gear will clash,
which may damage the ring gear teeth.
2.4.1 Controls and Indicators
The following table describes the controller controls and
indicators. See Figure 1-1.
Name Description
Start/Stop Switch Use this switch to start and stop the
generator set. Press the switch to
theSTARTpositiontostartthe
generator set. Press the switch to
theSTOPpositiontostopthe
generator set.
AC Circuit Breaker
(optional)
The circuit breaker trips when a
fault occurs in the output circuit.
During maintenance of coach
wiring, the circuit breaker
disconnects the generator set.
Place the circuit breaker(s) in the
ON position to close the circuit
breaker.
Remote Start Fuse Protects the wiring to the remote
start/stop switch.
Input Fuse Protects the controller circuitry and
the generator DC wiring in the
event of a short circuit.
Fuel Solenoid Fuse Protects the fuel solenoid circuitry.
Remote Start
Connector
A 6-pin connector on the
controller back panel allows
connection of (optional) remote
start kits. Use to operate the
generator set at a location remote
from the set
.
Hourmeter This meter records total generator
set operating hours for reference
in maintenance scheduling.
Prime Switch, if
equipped
Removes air from the fuel line.
2.4.2 Starting the Generator Set
The following table describes the actions required to
start the generator set.
Step Action
1 Operate the prime switch, if equipped, for several
seconds to remove air from the fuel line.
2 Preheat/cold weather starts
During cold weather starts,* place the controller
start/stop switch in the STOP/PREHEAT position for
15--20 seconds before attempting to start the
generator set to energize the air heater coil. Do not
energize the preheat feature for more than
30 seconds or damage to the preheat feature may
occur.
3 Starting
Place the generator set controller start/stop switch
or the remote start/stop switch in the START
position.
* Below --5_C(23_F)
2.4.3 Remote Panel Gauge Operation
If generator set has an optional remote panel with
gauges, observe the gauges upon engine startup. If
gauge readings are not within the ranges specified,
contact an authorized service distributor/dealer.
Gauge Normal Operating Range
Oil Pressure, kPa (psi) 276--414 (40--60 )[
W ater Temperature, °C(°F)
77--91 (170--195)
DC V oltmeter, V olts 12--14
[ 50 Hz models show a slightly lower pressure range.
2.4.4 Stopping the Generator Set
The following table describes the actions required to
stop the generator set.
Step Action
1 Cooldown
Run the generator set at no load for 5 minutes to
ensure adequate engine cooldown.
2 Stopping
Place the controller start/stop switch or remote
start/stop switch in the STOP position and wait until
generator set comes to a complete stop.
NOTE: Do not place the start/stop-preheat switch,
if equipped, in the STOP-PREHEAT position for
more than 30 seconds or damage to the preheat
feature may occur.
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