Kohler — Starting Generator Set
Operation · Generator set / ADC-RES
From a Kohler operator's manual covering: 12RES, 12TRES, 17/18RES, 18TRES, 8.5RES. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler 12RES, Kohler 12TRES, Kohler 18TRES, Kohler 8.5RES, Kohler CH640 engine, Kohler CH 740 engine, Kohler CH 980 engine
Procedure
- For local start, move generator set master switch to RUN to immediately start the generator set.
- For automatic start, move master switch to AUTO and close a contact across engine start leads 3 and 4.
- If the engine does not start in three crank attempts, the system shuts down on overcrank.
Specs & values
- Crank cycle: three attempts of 15 seconds crank and 15 seconds off
Full service-parts list: Kohler 12RES →, Kohler 12TRES →, 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.