Kohler — Resetting Controller after a Fault Shutdown
Testing & diagnosis
From a Kohler operator's manual covering: 12RES, 12TRES, 17RES, 17RES/18RES, 18RES, 18TRES, 8.5RES. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler 12RES, Kohler 12TRES, Kohler 17RES, Kohler 18RES, Kohler 18TRES, Kohler 8.5RES, Kohler CH640 engine, Kohler CH 740 engine, Kohler CH 980 engine
Procedure
- Move master switch to OFF/RESET
- Disconnect generator set from load using line circuit breaker or ATS
- Identify and correct the cause of the fault shutdown
- Start generator set by moving master switch to RUN; test operate
- Move master switch to OFF/RESET
- Reconnect generator set to load
- Move master switch to AUTO for remote start
Full service-parts list: Kohler 12RES →, Kohler 12TRES →, Kohler 17RES →, Kohler 18RES →, Kohler 18TRES →, Kohler 8.5RES →
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.