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Kohler KDW 1404 Generator Set

The Kohler KDW 1404 is a 9.6 kW (12 kVA) DIESEL standby generator set powered by a Kohler KDW1404 engine. It is available at 415/240 V, 400/230 V, 380/220 V and 220/127 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 3.2 L (0.8 gal) of oil and 5 L (1.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 48 °C. The set measures 412×516×596 mm (16.2×20.3×23.5 in) and weighs about 98 kg (216 lb). An integrated tank holds 50 L (13.2 gal). The same KDW1404 engine also powers generator sets from SDMO.

9 kW
Standby
1.37 L
Displacement
3.2 L
Oil capacity
4
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Specifications

FuelDIESEL
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power9 kW
Standby kVA12
Prime power8 kW
EmissionsEU STAGE V
ControllerAPM403, Nexys
Oil capacity3.2 L
AlternatorKohler KH00350T
Voltage options400/230 V, 230 V, 220 V, 127 V, 240 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Coolant capacity5 L
Max ambient48 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)412×516×596 mm
Dry weight98 kg
Fuel tank50.0 L

Engine

Kohler KDW1404
Oil capacity3.3 L
Coolant capacity5.0 L
Displacement1.37 L
AspirationAthmo
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KDW1404
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant5.0 l
Oil3.3 l

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler KDW 1404?

The Kohler KDW 1404 is rated 9 kW standby (12.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler KDW 1404 use?

The Kohler KDW 1404 is powered by the Kohler KDW1404 engine.

What fuel does the Kohler KDW 1404 use?

The Kohler KDW 1404 runs on DIESEL.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler KDW 1404?

The Kohler KDW1404 engine in the Kohler KDW 1404 has an oil capacity of 3.3 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler KDW 1404 use?

The Kohler KDW 1404 uses a Kohler KH00350T alternator.

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)Service manual — KDW702 1003 1404 SM EN (Kohler)Service manual — OM KDW K-HEM 502 702 1003 1404 R 00 EN (Kohler)Service manual — tp6776-Workshop-Manual-Kohler-KDW-702-1003-1404-AMP (Kohler)