Kohler Decision-Makerr 8000 User Manual

TT-1625 7/17c
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Original Issue Date: 3/14
Model:
Generator Sets with APM802 Controller; Decision-Makerr 3+, 550, 3000,
3500, 6000, and 8000 Controllers; and KPC 1000 Controller
Transfer Switches with Decision-Makerr MPAC 750, 1000, 1200, and 1500
Controllers
Market: Industrial
Subject: Remote Serial Annunciator (RSA III) Kits (Firmware Version 1.0)
Introduction
RSA III is an annunciator panel offered in several kit
configurations to support Kohler power equipment. The
RSA III is a remote serial annunciator (Figure 1,
Figure 2, and Figure 3) that monitors the condition of
the generator set and/or ATS from a remote location.
The RSA III alerts the operator through visual and
audible signals using LED indication and a horn. An
alarm silence and lamp test switch are included.
The RSA III meets NFPA 110, Level 1 applications that
require remote controls and alarms be powered by a
storage battery such as the engine starting battery. AC
adaptor kit GM62466-KP1 is available when NFPA is
not required.
The front panel decals include areas that can be used to
identify user-selected fault inputs and identify
associated power system equipment.
Figure 1 Remote Serial Annunciator (RSA III)
An RSA III annunciator can be used for a single
generator set (Figure 1) or with a combination of a
generator set and automatic transfer switch(es)
(Figure 2 or Figure 3). In systems using more than a
single RSA III, one must be designated as the master
device to broadcast to additional RSA III annunciators,
designated as slave devices. Up to five RSA III slave
devices can be used with an RSA III master device. All
RSA III annunciators are factory set as the master
device, but can be changed to a slave device using a PC
and SiteTecht software that connects to the RSA III
front panel via a universal serial bus (USB) connection.
The RSA II can be connected with the RSA III provided
that the master remote annunciator is an RSA III.
Figure 2 RSA III with Single ATS Control
Figure 3 RSA III with Four ATS Controls

Kohler Decision-Makerr 8000 Specifications

General

Phase	Single
Frequency	60 Hz
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Voltage	120/240V
Power Output	8kW
Starting System	Electric

Summary

Introduction to RSA III

RSA III Features and Operation

System Monitoring LEDs

Details system monitoring LEDs and their corresponding fault/status conditions.

Alarm Horn and Switches

Describes the horn activation, alarm silence, and lamp test switch functions.

Remote Test Operations

Instructions for starting and stopping remote tests for ATS functionality.

Communication Ports and Setup

Explains network communication via RS-485 and USB ports for setup.

Safety Precautions for Generator Set Installation

Preventing Accidental Generator Starting

Procedures to disable the generator set before performing installation or maintenance.

RSA III Installation Procedure

Generator Set Preparation

Steps to remove the generator set from service and disconnect power.

RSA III Mounting Options

Guidance on selecting a location and mounting the RSA III box using surface or flush methods.

Controller Wiring and Connections

Details wiring for DEC 3+ controller, communication modules, and general connections.

RS-485 Communication Wiring

Details RS-485 wiring for various Kohler controllers like APM802, DEC 3+, DEC 3000, etc.

ATS and Network Wiring

Wiring diagrams for ATS controllers, Modbus/Ethernet converters, and network connections.

Power and User Input Wiring

Wiring for power supply, user-defined inputs, and common fault/horn outputs.

Restoring Generator Set to Service

Steps to safely restore the generator set to service after installation.

Configuration and Setup

Controller Configuration Settings

Configuring DEC 3+, APM802, DEC 550/6000, DEC 3000/3500, and DEC 8000 controllers.

SiteTech™ Software Configuration

Using SiteTech™ software for product connections, Modbus settings, and user-defined inputs.