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Kohler 60RCL Generator Set

The Kohler 60RCL is a 60 kW (75 kVA) LPG/Natural Gas standby generator set powered by a General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L engine. It operates at 60 Hz. It holds about 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of oil and 22.5 L (5.9 gal) of coolant. The same Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L engine also powers generator sets from Hipower.

60 kW
Standby
5.7 L
Displacement
4.7 L
Oil capacity
7
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Specifications

FuelLPG/Natural Gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power60 kW
Standby kVA75
EmissionsEPA NSPS
ControllerRDC2
Oil capacity4.7 L
AlternatorKohler 4P10X

Engine

General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L
Oil capacity4.7 L
Coolant capacity22.5 L
Displacement5.7 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter400 hr find
Oil filterCartridge×1150 hr find
Coolant15.0 L2000 hr
Oil6.2 L150 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler 60RCL?

The Kohler 60RCL is rated 60 kW standby (75.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler 60RCL use?

The Kohler 60RCL is powered by the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L engine.

What fuel does the Kohler 60RCL use?

The Kohler 60RCL runs on LPG/Natural Gas.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler 60RCL?

The General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.7 L engine in the Kohler 60RCL has an oil capacity of 4.7 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler 60RCL use?

The Kohler 60RCL uses a Kohler 4P10X alternator.

Troubleshooting

4

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Controller resetElectromagnetic interference (EMI)Inspect the distributor cap and rotor for specific features. Replace them if necessary with updated parts.
Rough operationElectromagnetic interference (EMI)
Battery short circuitsDisconnect the battery before generator set installation or maintenance.
Gas fuel leaksCheck 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 operate the generator set in the presence of fuel leaks, fuel accumulation, or sparks.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
359249Hose, 45 deg. elbow (3.00 in. ID)1Hose PartsGeek
GM88993-GR1Mount, Air Cleaner (6.76”ID)1Air filter PartsGeek
GM90280Air Cleaner Assy1Air filter PartsGeek
GM90281Element, Air Cleaner1Air filter PartsGeek kuduparts $43.00
NGE012014Radiator Fan Shroud BoltsBolt PartsGeek
X-6014-137Hose, Radiator Wire Insert, 3 in. ID1Hose PartsGeek
60RCLKOHLER 60RCL generatorService part / kit PartsGeek
GM87989updated distributor capService part / kit PartsGeek
GM87990rotor with the properly coated contactService part / kit PartsGeek
M6923-08-80Nut, Hex 8MM2Service part / kit PartsGeek
M933-08016-60Screw2Service 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

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%9.9
Standby50%14.7
Standby75%19.4
Standby100%22.4

Available documents

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