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Kohler 60ERES Generator Set

The Kohler 60ERES is a 60 kW Natural Gas / LP Vapor standby generator set powered by a General Motors Vortec DOHC engine. It is available at 120/240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 250 A. The set measures 101×42.4×53.7 mm (4.0×1.7×2.1 in) and produces 69 dBA at 23 m.

60 kW
Standby
1.6 L
Displacement
3
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Service parts for the 60ERES

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

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required
343302Fuel filtersee priceAmazon

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required

Electrical

1 required

Ignition

1 required

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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas / LP Vapor
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power60 kW
AlternatorFast-Response II (FRII)
Voltage options120/240 V
PhaseSingle
Rated current250/250 A
Dimensions (L×W×H)101×42×53 mm
Sound level69.0 dBA @ 23 ft m

Engine

General Motors Vortec DOHC
Displacement1.6 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter253107200 hr Amazon eBay $69.00 NAPA $55.23
Fuel filter3433023652 hr Amazon eBay
Oil filterGM16703150 hr Amazon eBay $58.00 NAPA $3.59
Battery1/12V, 650CCA, Wet256985 Amazon eBay
BeltGM16132 Amazon eBay $86.00
Spark plugGM165313652 hr Amazon eBay $8.08 NAPA $5.38

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
Torque1-12 fastener283.0 (209)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque1-8 fastener259.0 (191)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque1/2-13 fastener60.0 (44)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque1/2-20 fastener66.0 (49)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque1/4-20 fastener6.8 (60)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque1/4-28 fastener8.1 (72)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque10-24 fastener2.9 (26)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque10-32 fastener2.9 (26)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque3/4-10 fastener199.0 (147)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque3/4-16 fastener222.0 (164)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque3/8-16 fastener24.0 (18)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque3/8-24 fastener27.0 (20)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque5/16-18 fastener13.6 (120)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque5/16-24 fastener14.9 (132)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque5/8-11 fastener113.0 (83)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque5/8-18 fastener128.0 (94)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque7/16-14 fastener39.0 (29)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque7/16-20 fastener43.0 (32)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque8-32 fastener1.8 (16)Nm (in. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque9/16-12 fastener81.0 (60)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
Torque9/16-18 fastener91.0 (67)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 2 or 5
TorqueM10 x 1.25 fastener31.0 (23)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM10 x 1.50 fastener30.0 (22)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM12 x 1.50 fastener56.0 (41)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM12 x 1.75 fastener53.0 (39)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM14 x 1.50 fastener87.0 (64)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM14 x 2.00 fastener83.0 (61)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM16 x 1.50 fastener132.0 (97)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM16 x 2.00 fastener127.0 (94)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM18 x 1.50 fastener189.0 (140)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM18 x 2.50 fastener179.0 (132)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM6 x 1.00 fastener6.2 (4.6)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM8 x 1.00 fastener16.0 (11)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8
TorqueM8 x 1.25 fastener15.0 (11)Nm (ft. lb.)Assembled into cast iron or steel, Grade 5.8 or 8.8

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

Procedures

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Common Hardware Application installation
  1. Determine entry hole type: round or slotted.
  2. Determine exit hole type: fixed female thread (weld nut), round, or slotted.
  3. For round and slotted exit holes, determine if hardware is greater than 1/2 inch in diameter.
  4. Hardware greater than 1/2 inch in diameter uses a standard nut and SAE washer.
  5. Hardware 1/2 inch or less in diameter can use a properly torqued whiz nut or spiralock nut.
  6. Always use a washer between hardware and a slot.
  7. Always use a washer under a nut.
  8. Use a washer under a bolt when the female thread is fixed (weld nut).
How to Find Part Numbers operation
  1. Locate the generator set nameplate to identify the generator set spec number.
  2. Locate the second nameplate listing accessories to identify installed modules; on some models it is inside the junction box.
  3. Turn to the Specification Number Index; the first column lists generator set spec numbers.
  4. Identify the group most likely to include the service part number.
  5. Find the group variation number at the intersection of the spec number row and group column.
  6. Page forward to locate that group or find the page in the Table of Contents.
  7. Find the part on the illustration and note the item number, or find the part description in the parts list.
  8. Select the part number that corresponds to your group variation using the column on the right side of the parts list table.

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
Alternator Reconnection drawing ADV-5875U--144--Lead

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

What is the power rating of the Kohler 60ERES?

The Kohler 60ERES is rated 60 kW standby.

What engine is in the Kohler 60ERES?

The Kohler 60ERES is powered by the General Motors Vortec DOHC engine.

What kind of fuel does the Kohler 60ERES run on?

The Kohler 60ERES runs on Natural Gas / LP Vapor.

How loud is the Kohler 60ERES?

The Kohler 60ERES is rated at 69.0 dBA at 23 ft m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltage does the Kohler 60ERES produce?

The Kohler 60ERES is offered in 120/240 V, Single-phase.

Which alternator is fitted to the Kohler 60ERES?

The Kohler 60ERES uses a Fast-Response II (FRII) alternator.

Which oil filter part number does the Kohler 60ERES take?

The Kohler 60ERES uses oil filter part number GM16703.

Which fuel filter part number does the Kohler 60ERES take?

The Kohler 60ERES uses fuel filter part number 343302.

What air filter fits the Kohler 60ERES?

The Kohler 60ERES uses air filter part number 253107.

Parts

4
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
GM16944Element, air cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay $49.68 NAPA $41.18
NGE012014Charge Air Cooler BoltsBolt Amazon eBay
GM36247Exhaust pipe1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM58703Assy, J1939/ModBus/Ethernet Converter (network bridge)1Service part / kit 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.

Available documents

Reference (Kohler)Parts manual — tp6667 (Kohler)Parts manual — tp6731 (Kohler)Service manual — tp6791 (Kohler)

This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 253107$55.23
Oil filter GM16703$3.59
Belt GM16132$86.00
Spark plug GM16531$5.38
4 priced items$150.20