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Kohler 48RCLB / 60RCLA — Engine Speed Governor Settings

Adjustments

For the Kohler 48RCLB / 60RCLA, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler 48RCLB, Kohler 60RCLA, Kohler KG6208 engine

Procedure

  1. Adjust the Engine Speed Adjustment (range 0 to 99; default 50) from the front panel or SiteTech.
  2. Calculate resulting speed: (System Frequency x 30) + (Setting - 50) = RPM.
  3. Note that Engine Speed Gain Adjustment has no effect (gain controlled by engine ECM).

Tools required

  • RDC2 controller keypad or SiteTech software Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Default setting 50 gives 1800 RPM for 60 Hz and 1500 RPM for 50 Hz
  • Example 60 Hz, setting 40: (60 x 30) + (40 - 50) = 1790 RPM
  • Example 50 Hz, setting 60: (50 x 30) + (60 - 50) = 1510 RPM

Full service-parts list: Kohler 48RCLB →, Kohler 60RCLA →

Source: Kohler service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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