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Kohler 12.5EFORZD Generator Set

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD is a 12.5 kW (12.5 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Yanmar 3TNV84T engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 1.5 L (0.4 gal) of oil and 1.5 L (0.4 gal) of coolant.

12 kW
Standby
1.496 L
Displacement
1.5 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the 12.5EFORZD

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
L70WAir filtersee priceAmazon

Fuel system

1 required
2TNV70Fuel filter$19.00eBay

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power12 kW
Standby kVA12
EmissionsTier 4
ControllerADC 2100
Oil capacity1.5 L

Engine

Yanmar 3TNV84T
Oil capacity1.5 L
Coolant capacity1.5 L
Displacement1.496 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1300 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Yanmar 3TNV84T
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir FilterL70W Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel Filter2TNV70 Amazon eBay $19.00 FridayParts $9.80
Oil filterOil Filter3TNM68 Amazon eBay FridayParts $9.80

Fault codes

2
CodeNameMeaningSeverityAction
CO-3Fault displayed if the CO parameter is set incorrectlyShutdown
CO-6Fault displayed if the CO parameter is set incorrectlyShutdown

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

3
Controller Configuration adjustment

⚠ Be sure to save the new settings immediately before exiting the configuration mode; changes are lost if the controller times out (about 1 minute).

  1. Hold the Select button and move the master switch to RUN to enter configuration mode.
  2. Press the down arrow key then the up arrow key 3 times to enter configuration mode (password).
  3. Set the voltage/frequency parameter Uu for the model.
  4. Set the unit configuration parameter Uc (marine, standby, mobile).
  5. Set the engine type parameter Ec.
  6. Press the up arrow at the Adnc display to enter advanced configuration mode.
  7. Set the engine data input type Ed.
  8. Set the battery voltage Bt (12 or 24 VDC).
  9. Set the communications parameter Cn.
  10. Enter save mode and save your settings before exiting.
Output Voltage and Frequency Adjustment adjustment

⚠ The generator set must be running during these adjustments.

⚠ The engine speed (frequency) adjustment menus are not accessible on models with mechanical governors.

Tools: multimeter

  1. Move the master switch to RUN; the engine starts and runtime hours display.
  2. Hold the Select button about 5 seconds until the program version number displays.
  3. Press the down arrow key then the up arrow key 3 times to enter adjustment mode.
  4. 1P: adjust voltage coarse in large increments (approximately 5-7 volts per step).
  5. 2P: adjust voltage fine in smaller increments (approximately 0.5-0.7 volts per step).
  6. Adjust voltage stability (gain) coarse and fine.
  7. 3P: set volts/Hz (00=low, 09=high).
  8. 4P: adjust engine governor speed coarse and fine.
  9. 5P: adjust engine governor stability (gain) coarse and fine.
  10. Enter SAVE mode and save settings before exiting the adjustment mode.
Controller Replacement installation

⚠ Disconnect the battery cables before working on the generator set; remove the negative lead first and reconnect it last.

Tools: multimeter, personal computer with Program Loader Software

  1. Record generator set information required for configuration: model, market, voltage, frequency, phases, battery voltage.
  2. Place the generator set master switch in the OFF position.
  3. Disconnect power to the battery charger, if equipped.
  4. Disconnect the engine starting battery(ies), negative lead first.
  5. Open the junction box; disconnect the controller at P1, J15, and J16.
  6. Models ECD/EFCD, EGD/EFGD, EGZD only: disconnect the CO sensor harness at the 4-pin connector.
  7. Remove four controller mounting screws and remove the old controller.
  8. ECD/EFCD, EGD/EFGD, EGZD only: install CO sensor module assembly GM46362 on the back of the new controller GM47982.
  9. Install the new controller and secure with the mounting screws.
  10. Reconnect the P1, J15, and J16 connectors; connect the CO sensor harness on applicable models.
  11. Models 10/13/15EG, 10/13/15ERG, 15/30RES, 15/30RYG with S/N before 2053692: cut a 1-in. section of the gray/orange lead entering pin 9 at the ECM connector.
  12. Check that the generator set master switch is in the OFF position.
  13. Reconnect the engine starting battery, negative lead last.
  14. Reconnect power to the battery charger, if equipped.
  15. Check the controller application software version and load the latest application code if necessary.

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
100 VAC11Ph, 2WUu00; 60 Hz
100 VAC11Ph, 3WUu00; 60 Hz
100/200 VAC11Ph, 3WUu08; 60 Hz
110 VAC11Ph, 2WUu05; 50 Hz
110 VAC11Ph, 3WUu05; 50 Hz
110/190 VAC3WyeUu17; 50 Hz
110/220 VAC11Ph, 3WUu07; 50 Hz
110/220 VAC1DoglegUu07; 50 Hz
110/220 VAC3DeltaUu15; 50 Hz
115 VAC11Ph, 2WUu05; 50 Hz
115/200 VAC3WyeUu23; 50 Hz
115/230 VAC11Ph, 3WUu02; 50 Hz
115/230 VAC1DoglegUu06; 50 Hz
115/230 VAC3DeltaUu14; 50 Hz
120 VAC11Ph, 2WUu00; 60 Hz
120 VAC11Ph, 3WUu00; 60 Hz
120/208 VAC3WyeUu11; 60 Hz
120/240 VAC11Ph, 3WUu01; 60 Hz
120/240 VAC1DoglegUu01; 60 Hz
120/240 VAC3DeltaUu10; 60 Hz
127/220 VAC3WyeUu16; 60 Hz
139/240 VAC3WyeUu10; 60 Hz
220 VAC11Ph, 2WUu12; 50 Hz
220/380 VAC3WyeUu19; 60 Hz
230 VAC11Ph, 2WUu02; 50 Hz
230/400 VAC3WyeUu03; 50 Hz
240 VAC11Ph, 2WUu13; 50 Hz
240/416 VAC3WyeUu20; 60 Hz
277/480 VAC3WyeUu04; 60 Hz

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

How many kW is the Kohler 12.5EFORZD?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD is rated 12 kW standby (12.5 kVA).

What engine is in the Kohler 12.5EFORZD?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD is powered by the Yanmar 3TNV84T engine.

What kind of fuel does the Kohler 12.5EFORZD run on?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler 12.5EFORZD?

The Yanmar 3TNV84T engine in the Kohler 12.5EFORZD has an oil capacity of 1.5 liters.

What oil filter does the Kohler 12.5EFORZD use?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD uses oil filter part number 3TNM68.

Which fuel filter part number does the Kohler 12.5EFORZD take?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD uses fuel filter part number 2TNV70.

What air filter does the Kohler 12.5EFORZD use?

The Kohler 12.5EFORZD uses air filter part number L70W.

Parts

29
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
2TNV70Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $19.00 FridayParts $9.80
3TN86CHTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon
3TNM68Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $9.80
3TNM72Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $13.50
3TNM74FOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $21.87
3TNV70Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $51.99 FridayParts $9.99
3TNV74FFuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon FridayParts $13.24
3TNV76Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $12.99 FridayParts $9.80
3TNV80FOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $35.83 FridayParts $9.80
3TNV80FTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $27.69
3TNV82AOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $12.99 FridayParts $9.80
3TNV84TOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $16.00
3TNV86CHTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $45.60
3TNV86CTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
3TNV88Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $9.90
3TNV88COil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
3TNV88FOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $16.00
4TN86CHTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $588.60
4TNV86CHTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $31.69
4TNV86CTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
4TNV88Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $22.00 FridayParts $9.90
4TNV88COil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
4TNV98Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $22.00 FridayParts $8.50
4TNV98COil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
4TNV98CTOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon FridayParts $9.60
4TNV98TOil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $9.45 FridayParts $9.80
L100WAir Filter1Air filter Amazon FridayParts $46.89
L70WAir Filter1Air filter Amazon eBay
YY0934555EJohn Deere Triple Reel Mower 8400 Commercial1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
25%1.80.48
50%3.60.96
75%3.81.01
100%5.01.34

Available documents

Spec sheet (Kohler)Reference (Kohler)Service manual — tt1364 (Kohler)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter 2TNV70$19.00
1 priced item$19.00