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Kohler — Air Cleaner Service, 14 kW Models

Maintenance · air intake

From a Kohler operator's manual covering: 14RCA, 14RCA/14RCAL, 20RCA, 20RCA/20RCAL, 26RCA, 26RCA/26RCAL. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler 14RCA, Kohler 20RCA, Kohler 26RCA, Kohler CH 740 engine, Kohler CH1000 engine

Before you start

  • Do not operate generator set with air cleaner removed

Procedure

  1. Press OFF on controller
  2. Disconnect utility power
  3. Disconnect battery negative lead first
  4. Loosen cover retaining knob and remove cover
  5. Remove element cover nut, element cover, and paper element
  6. Replace element if dirty, bent, or damaged (do not wash or use pressurized air)
  7. Check air cleaner base and element cover, replace damaged components
  8. Reinstall element, cover, nut, and cover; secure with knob
  9. Reconnect utility power and battery negative last

Full service-parts list: Kohler 14RCA →, Kohler 20RCA →, Kohler 26RCA →

Source: Kohler operator's 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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