Kohler — Oil and Filter Change

Maintenance · engine oil/oil filter

From a Kohler operator's manual covering: 38RCL, 48RCL, 60RCL. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler 38RCL, Kohler 48RCL, Kohler 60RCL

Procedure

1. Press the OFF button on the RDC2 generator set controller.
2. Disconnect the power for the battery charger.
3. Disconnect the generator set engine starting battery, negative lead first.
4. Remove the housing side panel.
5. Remove the plug from the oil drain fitting and install a drain hose.
6. Open the oil drain valve on the engine and allow oil to drain completely.
7. Close the oil drain valve and replace the oil drain plug.
8. Remove the oil filter by rotating counterclockwise with an oil filter wrench.
9. Clean the contact surface of the oil filter adapter; apply light coat of clean oil to new filter's rubber seal.
10. Install the new oil filter.
11. Fill with oil per oil selection chart and capacity (4.7 L / 5.0 qt).
12. Reconnect the battery negative lead last and reconnect battery charger power.
13. Start the generator set and check for leaks around the oil filter; tighten if necessary.
14. Stop the generator set, check oil level, and add oil to bring to the Full mark.
15. Reset the maintenance timer on the RDC2 controller.

Full service-parts list: Kohler 38RCL →, Kohler 48RCL →, Kohler 60RCL →

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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