Kohler 12RESM1 User Manual

Residential/Commercial Generator SetsModels:12RESM112/17/18RESL12/17/18RESNT12/18RESHDController:DC-RET Digital ControlTP-6516 4/09dInstallation

TP-6516 4/091012 5420166313 241719141522ADV-7341A-B10252392118Control detail, top view8117121. Muffler2. Oil check3. Oil fill4. Air cleaner5. Spark pl

TP-6516 4/09 11Service AssistanceFor professional advice on generator set powerrequirements and conscientious service, please contactyour nearest Kohl

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TP-6516 4/09 13Section 1 InstallationSection 1 Installation1.1 GeneralHave an authorized distributor/dealer install thegenerator set outdoors accordin

TP-6516 4/0914 Section 1 InstallationNote: Fuel system may differ from drawing. See Section 1.7.Figure 1-2 Generator Set Mounting Details and Dimensio

TP-6516 4/09 15Section 1 InstallationFigure 1-3 Generator Set Clearances, 12 kW Models, ADV-7466, Sheet 2

TP-6516 4/0916 Section 1 InstallationFigure 1-4 Generator Set Mounting Details and Dimensions, 17/18 kW Models, ADV-7341-B, Sheet 1

TP-6516 4/09 17Section 1 InstallationFigure 1-5 Generator Set Clearances, 17/18 kW Models, ADV-7341-B, Sheet 2

TP-6516 4/0918 Section 1 Installation1.4.1 Exhaust RequirementsCarbon monoxide.Can cause severe nausea,fainting, or death.The exhaust system must bele

TP-6516 4/09 19Section 1 Installation1.6 Fuel RequirementsThe generator set operates using natural gas or LPvapor fuel. The generator set is EPA-certi

Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer, birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.WARNINGC

TP-6516 4/0920 Section 1 Installation1.6.2 Fuel Pipe SizeEnsure that the natural gas pipe size and length meetthe specifications in Figure 1-13 or Fig

TP-6516 4/09 21Section 1 InstallationProcedure to Convert from NG to LP1. Place the generator set master switch in the OFFposition.2. Disconnect the p

TP-6516 4/0922 Section 1 Installation9. Connect and turn on the new fuel supply.10. Check that the generator set master switch is in theOFF position.1

TP-6516 4/09 23Section 1 Installation1. Junction box2. Field connection terminal block location (see Figure 1-20)3. Suggested electrical inletADV-7341

TP-6516 4/0924 Section 1 Installation1.9 BatterySulfuric acid in batteries.Can cause severe injury or death.Wear protective goggles andclothing. Batte

TP-6516 4/09 25Section 1 InstallationNote: The generator set will not start and circuit boarddamage may occur if the battery is connected inreverse.Fi

TP-6516 4/0926 Section 1 Installation1.10 Carburetor Heater (optional)Have accessories installed by an authorized distributor/dealer or a licensed ele

TP-6516 4/09 27Section 1 InstallationGM1946311. Thermostat2. Connector3. Heater312 kW Carburetor Heater1 317/18 kW Carburetor HeaterGM579682Figure 1-2

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TP-6516 4/09 29Section 2 Wiring DiagramsSection 2 Wiring DiagramsFigure 2-1 lists the wiring diagram drawing numbersand drawing references.Wiring Diag

Table of ContentsTP-6516 4/09 Table of Contents 3Product Identification Information 2...Safety

TP-6516 4/0930 Section 2 Wiring Diagrams-Figure 2-2 Schematic Diagram, 12 kW Models, ADV-7351

TP-6516 4/09 31Section 2 Wiring Diagrams-Figure 2-3 Point-to-Point Wiring Diagram, 12 kW Models, GM52471

TP-6516 4/0932 Section 2 Wiring Diagrams-Figure 2-4 Schematic Diagram, Single Phase, 17/18 kW Models, ADV-7353

TP-6516 4/09 33Section 2 Wiring DiagramsFigure 2-5 Point-to-Point Wiring Diagram, Single Phase, 17/18 kW Models, GM52541

TP-6516 4/0934 Section 2 Wiring DiagramsNotes

TP-6516 4/09 Appendix 35Appendix A AbbreviationsThe following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication.A, amp a mpereABDC after

TP-6516 4/0936 Appendixk kilo (1000)K kelvinkA kiloampereKB kilobyte (210bytes)KBus Kohler communication protocolkg kilogramkg/cm2kilograms per square

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E 2007, 2008, 2009 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved.TP-6516 4/09dKOHLER CO. Kohler, Wisconsin 53044Phone 920-565-3381, Fax 920-459-1646For the neares

TP-6516 4/09 5Safety Precautions and InstructionsSafety Precautions and InstructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.Electromechanical equipment,includin

TP-6516 4/096 Safety Precautions and InstructionsBattery gases. Explosion can causesevere injury or death. Battery gasescan cause an explosion. Do not

TP-6516 4/09 7Safety Precautions and InstructionsHazardous NoiseHazardous noise.Can cause hearing loss.Never operate the generator setwithout a muffle

TP-6516 4/098 Safety Precautions and InstructionsHot PartsHot engine and exhaust system.Can cause severe injury or death.Do not work on the generator

TP-6516 4/09 9IntroductionThis manual provides installation instructions for 12, 17,and 18 kW residential/commercial generator setsequipped with the K