background image

Residential/Commercial Generator Sets

Models:

14RCA

14RCAL

20RCA

20RCAL

Controller:

RDC2

TP-7091 2/21a

Installation

Содержание 14RCA

Страница 1: ...Residential Commercial Generator Sets Models 14RCA 14RCAL 20RCA 20RCAL Controller RDC2 TP 7091 2 21a Installation...

Страница 2: ...e generator Product Identification Information Generator Set Identification Numbers Record the product identification numbers from the generator set nameplate s Model Designation Specification Number...

Страница 3: ...21 Section 3 Electrical 23 3 1 Electrical Connections 23 3 1 1 Wire Selection 23 3 1 2 Grounding 24 3 1 3 Electrical Lead Entry 24 3 1 4 Field Connections 25 3 1 5 AC Power Supply 26 3 2 Battery 27 3...

Страница 4: ...Table of Contents continued TP 7091 2 21 Table of Contents 5 7 4 Oil Pressure Sensor Boot 46 Section 6 Drawings and Diagrams 47 Appendix A Abbreviations 61...

Страница 5: ...o the set disable the generator set as follows 1 Press the generator set off reset button to shut down the generator set 2 Disconnect the power to the battery charger if equipped 3 Remove the battery...

Страница 6: ...fuel vapors are flammable and explosive Handle these materials carefully to minimize the risk of fire or explosion Equip the compartment or nearby area with a fully charged fire extinguisher Select a...

Страница 7: ...as Adequate ventilation is mandatory Because natural gas rises install natural gas detectors high in a room Inspect the detectors per the manufacturer s instructions Hazardous Noise Hazardous noise Ca...

Страница 8: ...zardous backfeed voltage can cause severe injury or death Install a transfer switch in standby power installations to prevent the connection of standby and other sources of power Electrical backfeed i...

Страница 9: ...injury Read and follow the Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the beginning of this manual aac11780 Figure 1 Generator Set List of Related Literature Figure 2 identifies related literature...

Страница 10: ...s Europe Middle East Africa EMEA Kohler EMEA Headquarters Netherlands B V Kristallaan 1 4761 ZC Zevenbergen The Netherlands Phone 31 168 331630 Fax 31 168 331631 Asia Pacific Kohler Asia Pacific Headq...

Страница 11: ...e installation complies with applicable national and local codes In the United States the installation must comply with the National Electrical Code NEC and local codes For Canadian installations refe...

Страница 12: ...0 440 20RCA 252 555 Weights include generator set and packaging with skid no battery or ATS Figure 1 1 Approximate Weights 1 3 Generator Set Inspection Complete a thorough inspection of the generator...

Страница 13: ...for the generator set Allow easy access for maintenance and service Support the weight of the generator set with related equipment such as the battery and mounting pad Support the generator set weight...

Страница 14: ...r intake panel hangs on four 20 mm 0 8 in diameter bushings Pull the air intake panel up and off See Figure 1 5 3 To make the electrical connections you will also need to remove the cover panel over t...

Страница 15: ...ratings and other fuel supply information for natural gas and LPG fuels Verify that the output pressure from the primary gas utility pressure regulator is within the range shown in Figure 2 1 and that...

Страница 16: ...with the generator set fuel inlet and end about 12 inches away to allow connection with a section of flexible fuel line Use flexible sections to prevent fuel line breakage caused by vibration Note Do...

Страница 17: ...om an authorized distributor dealer if necessary Provide the following information from the original nameplate Model Number kVA Spec Number Amps Serial Number Volts Fuel original and new Hz kW Attach...

Страница 18: ...ver is required to remove and replace the fittings NG LPG Figure 2 5 NG and LPG Fuel Orifice Fittings The unit is typically shipped set up for natural gas with the LPG fitting tied near the fuel solen...

Страница 19: ...ignition timing leads 65 and N3 for LPG The ignition timing leads are located near the top of the compartment See Figure 2 6 10 Connect and turn on the new fuel supply 11 Reconnect the generator set e...

Страница 20: ...rator set engine starting battery negative lead first 4 Turn off the fuel supply 5 Remove the hose clamp and fuel hose from the hose fitting See Figure 2 8 6 Insert the LPG orifice into the hose fitti...

Страница 21: ...n Revised Fuel System 1 Press the OFF button on the generator set controller 2 Disconnect utility power to the generator set open the corresponding circuit breaker in the distribution panel 3 Disconne...

Страница 22: ...See the Operation Manual for instructions to change settings on the controller 11 Start the generator set by pressing the RUN button on the generator set controller 12 Check for leaks using a gas lea...

Страница 23: ...n The circuit breaker must be rated for a maximum of 125 of the rated generator set output current The circuit breaker must open all ungrounded connectors The generator set is equipped with a factory...

Страница 24: ...Code NEC local codes and the type of transfer switch used in the application determine the grounding of the neutral at the generator NEC Section 250 is one example that has a very good explanation of...

Страница 25: ...onding connection points near the circuit breaker See Figure 3 3 Also see Section 3 1 2 Grounding 4 Connect AC power source leads to the terminal block connections labeled HOT NEUTRAL and GROUND Conne...

Страница 26: ...onnector P6 on the back of the RDC2 controller 8 When connections are complete replace the cover plate 3 1 5 AC Power Supply The installer must connect AC power for the battery charger which is integr...

Страница 27: ...ery gases Explosion can cause severe injury or death Battery gases can cause an explosion Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks to occur near a battery at any time particularly when it is charging D...

Страница 28: ...on to the battery Use the following procedure to install and connect the battery Battery Installation Procedure 1 Ensure that the starting battery is fully charged before placing the battery in servic...

Страница 29: ...s 3 3 2 Transfer Switch Connection Connect the ATS or remote start stop switch Connect the load leads from the generator set to the Emergency source lugs on the ATS Route low voltage communication lea...

Страница 30: ...3 Note Generator set terminal block connections 3 and 4 are NOT USED with the Model RXT ATS RXT transfer switch with standard or combined interface load management board Generator Set GND RBUS 12 VDC...

Страница 31: ...es and do not add to the number of modules in Figure 3 6 Generator Set GND A B COM PWR RBUS 12VDC RXT COM COM PWR COM PWR PWR B A B A B A COM PWR B A COM PWR B A 4 5 2 1 3 5 Load Shed Kit PIM COM PWR...

Страница 32: ...ee Figure 3 6 for cable specifications including maximum total cable length 4 12 AWG or 14 AWG leads for PWR and COM 5 Connect shields together as shown 6 Leave one end of the cable shield disconnecte...

Страница 33: ...ple leads for connection to the generator set terminal block See Figure 3 12 Terminal Block Load Shed Kit Figure 3 11 Accessory Module Connections three cable runs with one module each 2 tp6803 1 Gene...

Страница 34: ...s See Section 3 3 1 Cable Specifications See Figure 3 9 for communication connection detail A and B PWR and COM Connect the cable shield to ground at the generator set Use splices or wire nuts to coll...

Страница 35: ...on Stomachache vomiting nausea If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon monoxide poisoning is possible seek fresh air immediately and remain active Do not sit lie down or fall asleep Alert oth...

Страница 36: ...and the controller display shows the main menu See the generator set Operation Manual for more detailed instructions to set the date and time and set the exerciser Press AUTO to place the generator se...

Страница 37: ...emperature drops below 0 C 32 F The carburetor heater prevents condensation and carburetor icing The heater turns on when the temperature at the thermostat falls below approximately 4 C 40 F and turns...

Страница 38: ...show heater 2 Carburetor heater power cord 1 2 Figure 5 3 Carburetor Heater for 14 kW Models 2 tt1482b 1 adv 8954 1 Carburetor heater location under air cleaner Insert from the back of the generator s...

Страница 39: ...gure 5 7 To change the input and output settings use a personal computer running Kohler SiteTech software See TP 6701 SiteTech Software Operation Manual for instructions SiteTech is available to Kohle...

Страница 40: ...ose kit Use category 5E network cable to connect the RDC2 controller to the customer supplied Ethernet router or modem Route the cable with other low voltage signal wiring for example the RBUS communi...

Страница 41: ...s can be powered by the generator set when the more important appliances are not running allowing the use of a smaller generator set than would be needed to run all of the building s electrical equipm...

Страница 42: ...11 The APM provides a common connection point for paralleling generators and permits individual control of the generator connections allowing for synchronization redundancy and generator management Ge...

Страница 43: ...gure 5 11 PowerSync Automatic Paralleling Module 5 7 Cold Weather Package The cold weather package is recommended for reliable operation at temperatures below 0 C 32 F The cold weather package include...

Страница 44: ...r Verify that AC power is connected to the generator set as described in the generator set Installation Manual The circuit must be backed up by the generator set to provide power at all times Refer to...

Страница 45: ...eaters The breather tube heating element wraps around the breather tube from the engine to the air cleaner Before installing the oil heater kit drain the oil from the engine Insert the oil heater near...

Страница 46: ...up that can cause false low oil level faults Install the oil pressure sensor boot in locations where the ambient temperature drops below 0 C 32 F See Figure 5 20 for illustrations of the installed kit...

Страница 47: ...clearance requirements single unit Sheet 4 51 Location and clearance requirements parallel units Sheet 5 52 Wiring Diagrams 14 20RCA RCAL Schematic Diagram ADV 9236 A Harnesses and cables Sheet 1 53...

Страница 48: ...TP 7091 2 21 48 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 2 Dimension Drawing ADV 9746 Sheet 1...

Страница 49: ...TP 7091 2 21 49 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 3 Dimension Drawing ADV 9746 Sheet 2...

Страница 50: ...TP 7091 2 21 50 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 4 Dimension Drawing ADV 9746 Sheet 3...

Страница 51: ...TP 7091 2 21 51 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 5 Dimension Drawing ADV 9746 Sheet 4...

Страница 52: ...TP 7091 2 21 52 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 6 Dimension Drawing ADV 9746 Sheet 5...

Страница 53: ...TP 7091 2 21 53 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 7 Schematic Diagram ADV 9236 Sheet 1...

Страница 54: ...TP 7091 2 21 54 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 8 Schematic Diagram ADV 9236 Sheet 2...

Страница 55: ...TP 7091 2 21 55 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 9 Schematic Diagram ADV 9236 Sheet 3...

Страница 56: ...TP 7091 2 21 56 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 10 Schematic Diagram ADV 9236 Sheet 4...

Страница 57: ...TP 7091 2 21 57 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 11 Wiring Diagram GM115458 Sheet 1 Single Phase 2 Pole Circuit Breaker...

Страница 58: ...TP 7091 2 21 58 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 12 Wiring Diagram GM115458 Sheet 2 Single Phase 1 Pole Circuit Breaker...

Страница 59: ...TP 7091 2 21 59 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Figure 6 13 Wiring Diagram GM115458 Sheet 3 Three Phase 3 Pole Circuit Breaker...

Страница 60: ...TP 7091 2 21 60 Section 3 Diagrams and Drawings Notes...

Страница 61: ...ter s Laboratories cu in cubic inch cw clockwise CWC city water cooled cyl cylinder D A digital to analog DAC digital to analog converter dB decibel dB A decibel A weighted DC direct current DCR direc...

Страница 62: ...tite screw PHH Phillips hex head screw PHM pan head machine screw PLC programmable logic control PMG permanent magnet generator pot potentiometer potential ppm parts per million PROM programmable read...

Страница 63: ......

Страница 64: ...ohler Co All rights reserved TP 7091 2 21a KOHLER CO Kohler Wisconsin 53044 Phone 920 457 4441 Fax 920 459 1646 For the nearest sales service outlet in the US and Canada phone 1 800 544 2444 KOHLERPow...

Отзывы: