Specifications
| Fuel | Natural Gas/LPG |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 38 kW |
| Standby kVA | 38 |
| Controller | RDC2 |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 L |
| Alternator | Kohler 4E8.3 |
| Dry weight | 621 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 4.2 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 13.2 L |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Kohler KG2204T| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 400 hr | find | ||
| Oil filter | Cartridge | ×1 | — | 120 hr | find |
| Belt | Check the belt condition of the water pump and battery charging alternator belt. | — | find | ||
| Coolant | 50% ethylene glycol and 50% clean, softened water | 13.2 L | — | ||
| Oil | 4.2 L | — | 120 hr |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Kohler 38RCLB?
The Kohler 38RCLB is rated 38 kW standby (38.0 kVA).
What engine does the Kohler 38RCLB use?
The Kohler 38RCLB is powered by the Kohler KG2204T engine.
What fuel does the Kohler 38RCLB use?
The Kohler 38RCLB runs on Natural Gas/LPG.
What is the oil capacity of the Kohler 38RCLB?
The Kohler KG2204T engine in the Kohler 38RCLB has an oil capacity of 4.2 liters.
What alternator does the Kohler 38RCLB use?
The Kohler 38RCLB uses a Kohler 4E8.3 alternator.
Troubleshooting
3Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Explosion | Battery short circuits | Disconnect the battery before generator set installation or maintenance. Remove all jewelry before servicing the equipment. Use tools with insulated handles. Remove the negative (--) lead first when disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. |
| Battery short circuits | Disconnect the battery before generator set installation or maintenance. Remove all jewelry before servicing the equipment. Use tools with insulated handles. Remove the negative (--) lead first when disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. | |
| Gas fuel leaks | Check the LPG vapor or natural gas fuel system for leakage by using a soap and water solution with the fuel system test pressurized to 6--8 ounces per square inch (10--14 inches water column). Do not use a soap solution containing either ammonia or chlorine because both prevent bubble formation. A successful test depends on the ability of the solution to bubble. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
40| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM103784 | Battery heater wrap | 1 | Battery heater wrap | PartsGeek |
| GM103786 | Battery heater wrap | 1 | Battery heater wrap | PartsGeek |
| GM104699 | Battery heater wrap | 1 | Battery heater wrap | PartsGeek |
| GM104701 | Battery heater wrap | 1 | Battery heater wrap | PartsGeek |
| GM104708 | Battery heater wrap | 1 | Battery heater wrap | PartsGeek |
| GM90232--C | Air Intake Assy | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek |
| GM90232--F | Air Intake Assy | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek |
| GM90232--GR1 | Air Intake Assy | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek |
| GM90232--GR2 | Air Intake Assy | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek |
| GM90280 | Air Cleaner Assy | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek |
| GM90281 | Element, Air Cleaner | 1 | Air filter | PartsGeek kuduparts $43.00 |
| GM91571 | Hose, Fuel Line | 1 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| GM95583 | Hose, Air Intake | 1 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-215-19 | Elbow, pipe (90 deg x 1/8”npt) | 1 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-386-141 | Line, Flex | 2 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-426-1 | Clamp, hose, 2.81/3.75 in. | 3 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-426-2 | Clamp, hose, 2.31/3.25 in. | 2 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-426-9 | Clamp, hose, .25/.70 in. | 2 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-6380-11 | Hose, Charged Air Cooler | 1 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| X-672-40 | Clamp, Insulated | 1 | Hose | PartsGeek |
| 30RCL | KOHLER 30RCL generator | Service part / kit | PartsGeek | |
| GM104032-S1 | Service kit with two L-shaped metal shields and U-channel edging for shielding the RDC2 controller from EMI interference. | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| GM90277 | Pipe, Exhaust | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| GM92075 | Figure 1-24 Coolant Fill (30RCL and 38RCLB shown) | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| GM96976 | Valve, Dual Solenoid | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M125A-06-80 | Washer, Plain | 6 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M125A-08-80 | Washer, Plain 8.4 ID x 16.0 OD | 8 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M125A-10-80 | Washer, Plain 10.5 ID x 20.0 OD | 14 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M6921-06016-60 | Screw, Hex Flnge M6x16mm flly thrd js500 | 3 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M931-08040-60 | Screw, Hex Cap | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M933-06010-60 | Screw, Hex Cap | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M933-08012-60 | Screw, Hex Cap | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M933-08016-60 | Screw, Hex Cap | 3 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M934-08-60 | Nut, Hex | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M982-06-80 | Nut, hex elastic stop, 6MM | 4 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| M982-08-80 | Nut, hex elastic stop, 8MM | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| X-25-40 | Washer, Plain, .281 ID X .625 in. OD | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| X-284-7 | Grommet, round | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| X-6047-31 | Channel, U | 1 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
| X-75-10 | Plug, pipe (3/8” nptf) | 2 | Service part / kit | PartsGeek |
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
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | |||
| Standby | 3.4 | ||
| Standby | 25% | 5.8 | |
| Standby | 50% | 9.3 | |
| Standby | 75% | 11.4 | |
| Standby | 100% | 13.9 |
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