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Kohler CH740/CH1000 Engine Engine

The Kohler CH740/CH1000 is a 0.07 L 2-cylinder air-cooled engine rated at 3600 rpm, producing up to 17.6 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, including the RDC2. It holds 1.9 L (0.5 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Kohler CH740/CH1000

Part of the Kohler CH740 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

0.0725 L
Displacement
2
Cylinders
3600 rpm
Rated speed
17 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity1.9 L
Displacement0.0725 L
Cylinders2
AspirationAir-Cooled
Rated speed3600 rpm
Gross power17 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Common problems

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  • Under Voltage Paralleled Voltage L1-L2 Low Warning
    Fix: Press AUTO or OFF *
  • Under Frequency Paralleled Frequency Low Warning
    Fix: Press AUTO or OFF *
  • This generator has absorbed more than 25% reactive power (magnetic excitation current) for 20 seconds Generator voltage on this generator is not calibrated correctly. Generator voltage on other generator is not calibrated correctly. Bus voltage on this generator is not calibrated correctly. Bus voltage on the other generator is not calibrated correctly. LossOfField
  • This generator does not know if the metering is connected or the orientation of the connection. This means that the generators can’t share load accurately until this information is known. MeterUnknown
    Cause: System commissioning and startup not yet complete. See the APM instructions.
  • The two generators that are intended to be paralleled have incompatible model numbers. CfgModelNum
    Cause: Incorrect configuration of one of the generators. Different generator types. The paralleled generator sets must be the same kW model. (i.e. two 14 kW or two 20 kW models.)
  • The system voltage of the two generators intended to be paralleled is not the same. CfgSysVolt
    Cause: One of the two generators is incorrectly configured. Intermittent connections on RBUS network wiring.
  • The primary controller has lost communication with the secondary controller. (A secondary controller was detected, then communication was lost.) LossOfComm2
    Cause: RBUS disconnected, secondary controller battery disconnected, updating firmware in secondary controller, or intermittent RBUS connections.
  • The power metering on this controller gives a signal that is not consistent with the system configuration. Reversing the power direction does not resolve the problem. ErraticSig
    Cause: Bad wiring to the CT. Too much tension on wires from the CT to the controller.
  • The generator has verified that the metering is connected correctly and that the direction is consistent with expected power direction. Status message indicates that the CT is connected to the generator correctly. MeteringOk
  • The generator has been attempting to synchronize for over 2 minutes without success. SyncFailure
    Cause: Generator is hunting. Advanced speed control settings need adjustment. Load is changing frequently to disturb the online generator.
  • The generator has applied load (using the other generator) and has observed no current on the power sensing inputs. NoCurrent
    Cause: The CT is not connected to the controller. The output leads from the generator do not go through the CT in the correct direction. See the APM instructions.
  • The bus is measured to be live when no generators are connected to it (both contactors open). BusLiveDead
    Cause: Bus metering V9A and V9B connections to V9 of paralleling protection harness are connected incorrectly.
  • The bus is measured to be dead when one of the generators is supposed to be supplying voltage to the bus (closed contactor) BusDeadLive
    Cause: Bus metering V9A and V9B connections to V9 of paralleling protection harness are connected incorrectly.
  • The Automatic Paralleling Module has stopped communicating on RBUS. (An APM was detected on the RBUS network but is no longer communicating.) LossOfComAPM
    Cause: APM is unplugged. Primary controller is powered down. Check the battery connections. See previous page for more information. Intermittent connections on RBUS network wiring. Check RBUS communication connections.
  • Reverse Power Paralleled Real Power Low Warning
    Fix: Press AUTO or OFF *

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Kohler CH740/CH1000.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant
Oil

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Parts cataloged across the Kohler CH740 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
24 083 08-SElement, air filterair_filter
24 083 09-SElement, air filterair_filter
ADV-6823-AAir Filter, Spark Plug Locationair_filter
RSP-FT-02-US-91Pack first: complete service kit comprising air filter, air pre filter, spark plugs and oil filter.air_filter
RSP-FT-04-US-91Pack first: complete service kit comprising air filter, air pre filter, spark plugs and oil filter.air_filter
269373Alternator Assemblyalternator
GM29253-GA2Controller Wiring Diagramcontroller_wiring_diagram
GM103743Emergency Stop Switch (optional)emergency_stop_switch
24 050 01-SFilter, breatherfilter
GM103159Oil, Synthetic Quart 5W30fluid
292937Fuse, 20 A, 250 Vfuse
25 435 06-SKit, starter solenoidkit
GM101737Lifting barslifting_bar
24 590 01-AOil Cooler, 14RCA/Loil_cooler
62 590 01Oil Cooler, 20RCA/Loil_cooler
12 050 01-SFilter, oiloil_filter
24 029 124-SAdapter, Oil Filteroil_filter
24 136 08-SNipple, Oil Filteroil_filter
12RESKOHLER 12RES generatorother_service
223316Fuse, 10 A, 250 Vother_service
230578Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
24 083 02-SPre-cleanerother_service
24 083 05-SPre-cleanerother_service
24 594 66-SCooler, Oil & Diverter Assemblyother_service
F-228605Kit, voltage regulatorother_service
GM10064PCB assembly (relay controller)other_service
GM29671PCB assy, relay board 12Vother_service
GM77569Original RDC2other_service
GM90304Revised RDC2 Controllerother_service
GM95500Battery charging diode harness field kitother_service
ML25KZAGKohler 25 HP CH740 Gasoline Engineother_service
SBECBA24Bell Alarmother_service
SBECDMR24Alarm Contact Relayother_service
X-125-22Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-23Screw, hex capother_service
X-125-24Bolt, Hex Capother_service
X-125-25Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-26Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-27Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-28Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-29Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-3X-125-3other_service
X-125-30Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-31Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-32Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-33Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-34Screw, hex capother_service
X-125-35Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-36Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-38Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-39Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-40Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-43Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-44Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-125-5Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-15Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-17Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-18Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-19Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-2Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-20Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-21Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-22Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-23Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-129-24Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-10Screw, H.C.other_service
X-465-11Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-12Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-14Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-16Screw, HCother_service
X-465-17Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-18Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-2Bolt, hex cap, 1/4-20 x 0.625other_service
X-465-20Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-21Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-25Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-6Screw, hex capother_service
X-465-7Screw, hex capother_service
X-465-8Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-465-9Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6024-11Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6024-12Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6024-2Screw, hex capother_service
X-6024-3Screw, hex capother_service
X-6024-4Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6024-5Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6024-8Screw, hex capother_service
X-6238-1Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-10Bolt, Hex Capother_service
X-6238-11Screw, hex capother_service
X-6238-12Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-13Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-14Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-16Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-17Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-18Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-19Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-2Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-20Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-21Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-22Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-25Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-3Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-4Bolt, hex capother_service
X-6238-5Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-6Screw, hex capother_service
X-6238-7Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-8Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
X-6238-9Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5)other_service
GM90969-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)physical
GM90969-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)physical
GM92228-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)physical
GM92228-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)physical
GM29358-BPoint-to-Point Wiring Diagram, Single Phasepoint-to-point_wiring_diagram
24 381 13-SPick-Up Assembly, Oilpump
24 393 51-SKit, oil pump assembly (includes items 12, 13)pump
24 393 70-SPump Assembly, Oilpump
24 032 19-SSeal, Oil (Helix Lip)seal
24 153 01-SO-ringseal
24 153 08-SO-ringseal
24 153 21-SO-Ring, Oil Coolerseal
24 153 33-SSeal, Oil Pump Coverseal
24 153 34-SO-Ring, Oil Pick-Upseal
25 032 06-SOil Sealseal
241927Sensor, speedsensor
25 099 26-SSwitch, oil pressuresensor
52 099 08-SSwitch, oil pressuresensor
GM28823Sensor, oil temperaturesensor
GM111084Shutdown Switchshutdown_switch
12 132 02-SSpark plugspark_plug
25 132 14-SSpark plug (RFI)spark_plug
BKR-8YU11Spark Plug, CH20/CH740spark_plug
3580723/8"-16 UNC-2A THD Thruboltthrubolt
GM515593/8"-16 UNC-2A THD Thruboltthrubolt

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler CH740/CH1000?

The Kohler CH740/CH1000 engine has an oil capacity of 1.9 liters.

What is the displacement of the Kohler CH740/CH1000?

The Kohler CH740/CH1000 has a displacement of 0.0725 liters with 2 cylinders.

Which generators use the Kohler CH740/CH1000 engine?

The Kohler CH740/CH1000 powers 1 generator set(s), including Kohler RDC2.

What is a common problem with the Kohler CH740/CH1000 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Kohler CH740/CH1000 is: Under Voltage Paralleled. Fix: Press AUTO or OFF *.