Kohler 18RESL Operation

TP-6517 4/0924 Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance, 12 kW Models
3.2 Service Schedule, 12 kW Models
System Component or Procedure
See
Section
Procedure
Frequency
Visually
Inspect
Check Change Clean Test
Fuel
Flexible lines and connections X R Quarterly
Main tank supply level X Weekly
Fuel piping X Yearly
Lubrication
3.3
Oil level X X 8 hours or
before use
Crankcase breather hose X Yearly or 500 hours
Change oil X Yearly or 100 hours
Replace filter X Yearly or 200 hours
Oil cooler [
X X Yearly or 100 hours
Cooling
3.6
Air ducts, louvers X X Yearly
Exhaust Line
3.7
Leakage X X Weekly
Insulation, fire hazards X Yearly
Obstructions or combustible materials near exhaust
outlet
X Weekly
DC Electrical System
3.8
Battery charger operation, charge rate (if equipped) X Monthly
Remove corrosion, clean and dry battery and rack X X Yearly
Clean and tighten battery terminals and inspect
boots
X X Yearly
Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity * X Yearly
AC Electrical System
Tighten control and power wiring connections X Yearly
Remote control system, if equipped X Monthly
Visible wear or damage X Quarterly
Wire abrasions where subject to motion X X Six Months
Wire-cable insulation condition X 3 Years or 500 hours
Engine and Mounting
Visible wear or damage X Weekly
Air cleaner and precleaner service [
3.5 R Yearly or 100 hours
Spark plugs 3.4 X Yearly or 300 hours
Replace stepper motor coupling and bushing D 500 hours
Generator
Visible wear or damage X Quarterly
Exercise generator set X Weekly
Brushes and collector ring D D Yearly
Measure and record resistance readings of
windings with insulation tester (Meggerr,with
SCR assembly or rectifier and load leads
disconnected)
D 3 Years
General Condition of Equipment
Evidence of vibration, leakage, excessive noise,
temperature, or deterioration
X X X Weekly
Interior of sound enclosure X X Quarterly
* Not necessary for maintenance-free batteries.
[ Service more frequently under extremely dusty/dirty conditions.
Meggerr is a registered trademark of Biddle Instruments.
D Authorized distributor/dealer only
XAction
R Replace as necessary
Meggerr is a registered trademark of Biddle Instruments.

Kohler 18RESL Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	18RESL
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English