Service parts for the 5M4280
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Oil system
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Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 950 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1188 |
| Prime power | 895 kW |
| Emissions | Tier 2 EPA-Certified |
| Controller | APM402 |
| Oil capacity | 180.0 L |
| Alternator | 5M4280 |
| Voltage options | 240/416 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Rated current | 1143 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Circuit breaker | 1143 A |
| Battery group | Two |
| Battery cranking | 1150 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 24 V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
| Coolant capacity | 288.0 L |
| Engine jacket water | 100.0 L |
| Max ambient | 40 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5051×1931×2571 mm |
| Dry weight | 9798 kg |
| Fuel tank | 380.0 L |
| Tank runtime | 600 hr |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 200.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 401.0 L |
| Displacement | 2265.0 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, Intercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Same engine, other brands
3 brandsThe Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 in this set also powers 7 generator sets sold under 3 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| Generac | MCG1000MT2, MD1000, MD900, SD1000, SD900 |
| Rudox Power Generation | ERM1000 |
| Simson-Maxwell | SMW1000 T6-T2 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Dry | — | |||
| Fuel filter | Cartridge | ×4 | — | 200 hr | |
| Oil filter | Cartridge | ×5 | GM13942 | Amazon eBay $37.99 NAPA $27.83 | |
| Battery | 8D | ×2 | — | 200 hr | |
| Belt | Rubber-booted engine electrical connections | — | 200 hr | ||
| Coolant | Coolant | 76.3 gal | — | 200 hr | |
| Coolant filter | UV/Ozone resistant hoses | — | 12 hr | ||
| Oil | 200.0 L | — | 200 hr | ||
| Spark plug | Spark Plug | — | 200 hr |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Kohler 5M4280?
The Kohler 5M4280 is rated 950 kW standby (1188.0 kVA).
What engine does the Kohler 5M4280 use?
The Kohler 5M4280 is powered by the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine.
What kind of fuel does the Kohler 5M4280 run on?
The Kohler 5M4280 runs on Diesel.
How much oil does the Kohler 5M4280 take?
The Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine in the Kohler 5M4280 has an oil capacity of 200.0 liters.
How much coolant does the Kohler 5M4280 hold?
The Kohler 5M4280 cooling system holds 288 liters (76.1 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the prime power rating of the Kohler 5M4280?
The Kohler 5M4280 is rated 895 kW prime (1119 kVA), against 950 kW standby.
What is the dry weight of the Kohler 5M4280?
The Kohler 5M4280 has a dry weight of 9798 kg (21600 lb).
How big is the fuel tank on the Kohler 5M4280?
The Kohler 5M4280 has a 380 liter (100 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 600 hours of runtime.
What voltage does the Kohler 5M4280 produce?
The Kohler 5M4280 is offered in 240/416 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V, 3-phase.
What size battery does the Kohler 5M4280 need?
The Kohler 5M4280 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1150 CCA, group Two, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What alternator does the Kohler 5M4280 use?
The Kohler 5M4280 uses a 5M4280 alternator.
Which oil filter part number does the Kohler 5M4280 take?
The Kohler 5M4280 uses oil filter part number GM13942.
Parts
15| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0161970SBY | Battery | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| 01865 | Fuel/Water Filtering System | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay | |
| 18650 | Oil filter | Oil filter | Amazon | |
| 01859 | Serial Number Locations | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01860 | GFCI Receptacle and Interior Light Timer | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01861 | Component Locations - Left Side | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01862 | Component Locations - Right Side | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01863 | Control Panel | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01864 | Digital Controller | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01866 | Parallel Setup and Operation | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01867 | Generator Output Connections | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01868 | Voltage Regulator | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01870 | A299X- 68-03 fos! 104 F1035-12045 25-01 | 29 5 | F1805-10020 68-01 fo5 19 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01871 | Maintenance schedule and basic maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 01873 | Maintenance schedule and extended maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2 | Service 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
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 25% | 67.0 | 17.6 |
| Prime | 50% | 129.0 | 34.1 |
| Prime | 75% | 188.0 | 49.6 |
| Prime | 100% | 242.0 | 64.0 |
| Standby | 25% | 73.0 | 19.3 |
| Standby | 50% | 141.0 | 37.25 |
| Standby | 75% | 204.0 | 54.0 |
| Standby | 100% | 263.0 | 69.4 |
Available documents
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