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Kohler — Installation Procedure, 17/18/20 kW Models

Installation · Carburetor heater

From a Kohler service manual covering: 10RESV, 12RESV, 17RES, 18RES, 20RES, 8RESV. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler 10RESV, Kohler 12RESV, Kohler 17RES, Kohler 18RES, Kohler 20RES, Kohler 8RESV

Before you start

  • Disconnect battery cables before working on generator set; remove negative lead first.
  • Disconnect all power sources before opening enclosure.
  • Install heater before connecting power; allow to cool before servicing.

Procedure

  1. Open enclosure roof; locate controller and engine air cleaner.
  2. Turn off generator set: 17/18RES/RESL move master switch OFF; 20RES/RESL press OFF and remove fuse F3; 20RESA/AL/B/C/CL/D press OFF.
  3. Disconnect AC power by opening circuit breaker in distribution panel.
  4. Disconnect engine starting battery, negative lead first.
  5. Check nameplate model/spec; see Figure 4 for heater location. Heater fits threaded opening on carburetor below air cleaner.
  6. Remove air cleaner cover if easier access needed.
  7. Disconnect heater element from power cord at plug connector (GM57968 or GM88228).
  8. Insert heating element into threaded opening on engine and tighten.
  9. Reconnect power cord to heater.
  10. For 17/18RES/RESL and 20RES/RESL: remove air intake panel; install bushing X-634-15 or X-634-16; route cord through bulkhead; plug into 120 VAC receptacle under controller.
  11. For 120 V 20RESA/AL/B/C/CL/D: route cord away from hot parts; plug into receptacle in engine compartment; use 3-way cord GM95628 if multiple accessories; secure excess cable.
  12. For 240 V 14/20RESA and 20RESC: remove controller screws, remove bulkhead knockout, route cord and insert plug; disconnect 120 VAC harness at 3-pin; connect 3-pin to new 240 VAC connector.
  13. Replace air cleaner cover if removed; affix decal GM22387 as shown.
  14. Check master switch OFF (17/18); reconnect battery, negative last; close distribution breaker. 20RES/RESL: reinstall fuse F3.
  15. For standby, move master switch to AUTO or press AUTO. Reinstall enclosure panels; close and lock roof.

Specs & values

Full service-parts list: Kohler 17RES →, Kohler 18RES →, Kohler 20RES →

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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