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Kohler KDW 1003 Generator Set

The Kohler KDW 1003 is a 7.2 kW (9 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a KDW1003 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 2.4 L (0.6 gal) of oil and 63 L (16.6 gal) of coolant. The set measures 412×516×513 mm (16.2×20.3×20.2 in) and weighs about 87 kg (192 lb).

7 kW
Standby
1.0 L
Displacement
2.4 L
Oil capacity
5
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power7 kW
Standby kVA9
Prime power6 kW
EmissionsEU STAGE V
Oil capacity2.4 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)412×516×513 mm
Dry weight87 kg

Engine

KDW1003
Oil capacity1850.0 L
Coolant capacity63.0 L
Displacement1.0 L
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter5000 hr find
Fuel filter3000 hr find
Oil filter1800 hr find
Belt200 hr find
Coolant2.410000 hr
Coolant filter1000 hr find
Oil250 hr

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

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler KDW 1003?

The Kohler KDW 1003 is rated 7 kW standby (9.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler KDW 1003 use?

The Kohler KDW 1003 is powered by the KDW1003 engine.

What fuel does the Kohler KDW 1003 use?

The Kohler KDW 1003 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler KDW 1003?

The None KDW1003 engine in the Kohler KDW 1003 has an oil capacity of 1850.0 liters.

Troubleshooting

3

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
The engine rpms suddenly increase and decreaseTHE ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY
A sudden and unusual noise is heardTHE ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY
The colour of the exhaust fumes suddenly darkensTHE ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY

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

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
ED0053029340Rocker arm cover gasket1Gasket 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
Prime
Standby

Available documents

Engine spec — Diesel Full Line (Kohler)Engine spec — Liquid Cooled Diesel Engines (Kohler)Engine spec — Rehlko KDW Liquid cooled web (Kohler)Spec sheet — Diesel Genset Ratings Brochure (Kohler)Owner's manual — KDW 702 1003 1404 R 02 (Kohler)Parts manual — Diesel Full Line Rehlko (Kohler)Service manual — KDW702 1003 1404 SM EN (Kohler)Service manual — OM KDW K-HEM 502 702 1003 1404 R 00 EN (Kohler)Service manual — kd441-engine (Kohler)Service manual — tp6776-Workshop-Manual-Kohler-KDW-702-1003-1404-AMP (Kohler)

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