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AE00012

Identification number records

Record  your  serial  number  in  the  spaces
provided,  to  assist  you  in  ordering  spare
parts from a Kohler portable dealer.
Also record and keep the serial number in
a  separate  place  in  case  your  machine  is
stolen.

SERIAL NUMBER:

SERIAL No.

MODEL

CONSUMER INFORMATION

AE00011

Machine identification

The machine serial number is stamped in
the location as shown.

Machine serial number

TIP

Keep a record of serial number for refer-
ence when ordering parts from a Kohler
portable dealer.

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Summary of Contents for PRO 2.8 i

Page 1: ...Generator 7VU 28199 L1 PRO 2 8 i OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this machine...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this machine This manual should stay with this machine if it is sold...

Page 3: ...of this machine If you have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your machine please consult a Kohler portable dealer PRO 2 8 i OWNER S MANUAL First edition January 2014 2014 Repri...

Page 4: ...roperty TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer WARNING PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE TIP 9 Kohler continually seeks ad...

Page 5: ...nal 12 PRE OPERATION CHECK 13 Pre operation check 13 OPERATION 14 Starting the engine 14 Application range 16 High Altitude Operation 17 Connection 18 Battery charging 20 Stopping the engine 24 PERIOD...

Page 6: ...Do not use it while installed on the vehicle 741 057 1 9 Do not modify the generator or use it with its parts removed 9 Do not allow children to operate the generator 9 Be sure to carry the generator...

Page 7: ...el while smoking or in the vicinity of an open flame 9 Take care not to spill any fuel on the engine or muffler when refuelling 9 Do not leave the generator inside the vehicle or in the trunk 9 If you...

Page 8: ...ngine with a dust cover or other objects covering it 9 When covering the generator be sure to do so only after the engine and muffler have completely cooled down AE00083 Electric shock prevention 9 Ne...

Page 9: ...he connection point for generator power and allows selection of generator or main line power to the building This will prevent the generator from charging the main power line backfeeding when the main...

Page 10: ...Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary DANGER Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide This is a poison you cannot see or s...

Page 11: ...ter 9 Choke knob 0 Fuel cock q Air filter case cover w Muffler e Spark plug 0 q 3 2 5 6 1 1 1 1 4 8 7 e w 9 4 6 7 8 9 0 5 3 2 1 793 085 AE00103 Control panel 1 Engine switch 2 Economy control switch 3...

Page 12: ...econds the engine oil is insufficient Add oil and restart 700 027c 763 084f 1 2 704 016 1 Recoil starter The recoil starter is used to start the engine Pull the recoil starter slowly until it is engag...

Page 13: ...n using electric devices that require a large starting current such as a compressor or a submers ible pump AE00780 DC protector The DC protector turns off automatically when electric device being conn...

Page 14: ...ill restore power If the reset button pops out again unplug the equip ment immediately Have the equipment inspected and repaired by a qualified repairperson before attempting to use it again 1 G F C I...

Page 15: ...Place the generator on a level surface 3 Remove the fuel tank cap 4 Check the fuel level 5 If low fill the tank with fuel NOTICE 9 Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since f...

Page 16: ...ine with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or research octane number of 91 or higher AE00222 Engine oil NOTICE The generator has been shipped without engine oil Do not start the engine until...

Page 17: ...W Recommended engine oil grade API Service SE type or higher Engine oil quantity 0 6 L 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp qt NOTICE The generator has been shipped without engine oil Do not start the engine till fill...

Page 18: ...ven if the generator is unused TIP Pre operation checks should be made each time the generator is used Pre operation check Fuel See page 10 9 Check fuel level in fuel tank 9 Refuel if necessary Fuel l...

Page 19: ...Before starting the engine do not connect any electric devices 9 Clean dusts dirt or water off the receptacle before use NOTICE The generator has been shipped without engine oil Do not start the engi...

Page 20: ...he engine until the engine does not stop when the choke knob is returned to the original position 7 Push the choke knob back to the original position 6 Original position TIP When starting the engine i...

Page 21: ...AC 1 0 2 380 W 0 8 1 880 W DC 120 W 12 V 10 A 9 The overload indicator light comes on when total wattage exceeds the application range See page 19 for more details 1 Overload indicator light 760 021a...

Page 22: ...e obtained from the manufacturer a medical professional or hospital 9 Some electrical appliances or general purpose electric motors have high starting currents and cannot therefore be used even if the...

Page 23: ...Be sure all electric devices including the lines and plug connections are in good condition before connection to the generator 9 Be sure the total load is within generator rated output 9 Be sure the...

Page 24: ...AC pilot light green will go off and the overload indicator light red will stay on but the engine will not stop running 1 Overload indicator light red When the overload indicator light comes on and p...

Page 25: ...ge is 12 V 9 Start the engine first and then connect the gener ator to the battery for charging 9 Before starting to charge the battery make sure that the DC protector is turned I RESET 1 Start the en...

Page 26: ...the bat tery terminals securely so that they are not disconnected due to engine vibration or other disturbances 9 Charge the battery in the correct procedure by following instructions in the owner s...

Page 27: ...break connections at the battery while charging Sparks may ignite the battery gas Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous causing severe burns etc contains sulfuric sul phuric acid Avoid contac...

Page 28: ...f the battery reaches 1 26 to 1 28 charging is complete When charging check the bat tery s specific gravity once an hour The average time for charging a half discharged 40 Ah battery is approximately...

Page 29: ...761 073 AE00992 Stopping the engine 1 Turn off any electric devices 2 Turn the economy control switch to the 3 OFF position 1 3 OFF 3 Disconnect any electric devices 4 Turn the engine switch to the 5...

Page 30: ...tenance work NOTICE Use only Kohler specified genuine parts for replacement Ask an authorized Kohler portable dealer for further attention Item Routine Pre operation check Every 6 months or 100 Hr 12...

Page 31: ...ne is cold Idle speed Check and adjust idle speed Recoil starter Check recoil starter for damage Fittings fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners Correct if necessary The point where abnormality wa...

Page 32: ...gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in TIP The spark plug gap should be measured with a wire thickness gauge and if necessary adjusted to specifi cation 5 Install the spark plug and then tighten it Spark plug...

Page 33: ...e engine 2 Remove the oil filler cap 1 Oil filler cap 3 Place an oil pan under the engine Remove the oil drain bolt and gasket so that the oil can be com pletely drained 2 Oil drain bolt 3 Gasket 4 Ch...

Page 34: ...1 Loosen the muffler cap bolt and then remove the muffler cap and muffler screen 1 Muffler cap bolt 2 Muffler cap 3 Muffler screen 741 001 0 C Kohler 10W 30 SAE 10W SAE 20 SAE 30 32 F 25 C 80 F Recomm...

Page 35: ...the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging or scratching of the muffler screen muf fler cap and spark arrester 5 Check the muffler screen and spark arrester Replace them if damaged 6 Install the spark a...

Page 36: ...ement and squeeze out excess oil The foam element should be wet but not dripping NOTICE Do not wring out the foam element when squeez ing it This could cause it to tear Recommended oil Foam air filter...

Page 37: ...6 Install the fuel strainer gasket and fuel cock cup WARNING Be sure the fuel cock cup is tightened securely 1 Fuel cock cup 2 Gasket 3 Fuel strainer 707 043b 2 1 Fuel tank filter WARNING Never use th...

Page 38: ...t button G F C I Reset Button Position after Test G F C I Receptacle Operation 3 Pop Out Correct 4 Stay In Incorrect 3 If G F C I operation is correct push in the reset button If the G F C I operates...

Page 39: ...arburetor 705 037a 700 006 763 084i 1 791 001d AE00785 Generator won t produce power 2 Safety device AC to OFF Stop the engine then restart 2 Safety device DC protector to 3 OFF Press to I RESET the D...

Page 40: ...gap Clean the spark plug N Check the following 9 Fuel line clogging 9 Air filter element clogging O Clogged P OK Q Clean or replace R OK S Engine does not start H Pull the recoil starter and check the...

Page 41: ...ank cap WARNING Fuel is highly flammable and poisonous Check SAFETY INFORMATION See page 2 carefully NOTICE Immediately wipe off spilled fuel with a clean dry soft cloth since fuel may deteriorate pai...

Page 42: ...This prevents the cylinder and valve from rusting 3 Clean exterior of the generator and apply a rust inhibitor 4 Store the generator in a dry well ventilated place with the cover placed over it 5 The...

Page 43: ...ner 9 MUFF 2 CAP NET WIRE2 ARRESTER SPARK The above items and the corresponding acronyms are provided in accordance with U S EPA REGULATIONS FOR NEW NONROAD SPARK IGNITION NONHANDHELD ENGINES and the...

Page 44: ...qt Imp qt 0 6 0 63 0 53 Ignition system CDI Spark plug Type 33 132 01 S Kohler Gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Noise level dB LWA 94 dB A 7 m 65 68 Noise level is measured when the economy control swit...

Page 45: ...able dealer Also record and keep the serial number in a separate place in case your machine is stolen SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL No MODEL 1 CONSUMER INFORMATION AE00011 Machine identification The machine se...

Page 46: ...y w r t 3 i o p a 7 e 1 Main coil 2 Sub coil 3 DC rectifier 4 Control unit 5 AC pilot light 6 AC receptacle 7 G F C I receptacle 8 Ground earth terminal 9 Economy control switch 0 Overload indicator l...

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