Kohler 500REZK Operating instructions

Industrial Generator Sets

Models:

400-1300 kW

Controller:

Decision-Makerr 8000

TP-6990 8/18b

Operation

WARNING: This product can expose you

to chemicals, including carbon monoxide

and benzene, which are known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

For more information go to

www.P65warnings.ca.gov

Product Identification Information

Product identification numbers determine service parts.

Record the product identification numbers in the spaces

below immediately after unpacking the products so that

the numbers are readily available for future reference.

Record field-installed kit numbers after installing the

kits.

Generator Set Identification Numbers

Record the product identification numbers from the

generator set nameplate(s).

Model Designation

Specification Number

Serial Number

Accessory Number Accessory Description

Controller Identification

Record the controller description from the generator set

operation manual, spec sheet, or sales invoice.

Controller Description

Engine Identification

Record the product identification information from the

engine nameplate.

Manufacturer

Model Designation

Serial Number

Table of Contents

TP-6990 8/18 Table of Contents 3

Safety Precautions and Instructions 7.........................................................

Introduction 13...............................................................................

Abbreviations 13...............................................................

List of Related Materials 13......................................................

Service Assistance 14.........................................................................

Section 1 Controller Overview and Features 15.................................................

1.1 Introduction 15...........................................................

1.2 Controller Specifications 15................................................

1.3 Application Description 16.................................................

1.4 Control Panel and Component Overview 17..................................

1.4.1 Controller Display Unit (CDU) 18...................................

1.4.2 Controller Base Box 18............................................

1.4.3 Input/Output Module 18...........................................

1.4.4 Analog Input Module 18...........................................

1.4.5 Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) 19..............................

1.4.6 Customer Connections 19.........................................

1.4.7 Junction Box 19..................................................

1.5 Decision-Maker 8000 21...................................................

1.5.1 Controller Display Unit (CDU) 21...................................

1.5.2 Controller Buttons 23.............................................

1.5.3 LED Status Indication Lights 26....................................

Section 2 Screens and Menus 27..............................................................

2.1 Connection Screen 27....................................................

2.2 Screen Capture 27.......................................................

2.3 Brightness dialog screen. 27...............................................

2.3.1 Navigation -- Brightness 27........................................

2.4 Screens and Menus Overview 28...........................................

2.5 Metering 29..............................................................

2.5.1 Navigation -- Metering 29..........................................

2.5.2 Metering Screens 30..............................................

2.6 Trends Monitoring 32.....................................................

2.6.1 Navigation -- Trends 32............................................

2.6.2 Disk Space Availability -- Trends 32.................................

2.6.3 Context Sensitive Buttons -- Trends 33..............................

2.6.4 Start and Stop -- Trends 33........................................

2.6.5 Channels -- Trends 33.............................................

2.6.6 Settings -- Trends 35..............................................

2.6.7 Zoom 1x/10x -- Trends 35.........................................

2.6.8 Marker On/Off -- Trends 36........................................

2.6.9 PageMode -- Trends 36...........................................

2.6.10 Export to USB -- Trends 36........................................

2.6.11 Import from USB -- Trends 38......................................

2.7 Setpoints 39.............................................................

2.7.1 Navigation -- Setpoints 39.........................................

2.7.2 Context Sensitive Buttons -- Setpoints 40............................

2.7.3 Editing -- Setpoints 40.............................................

2.7.4 Forced Values 41.................................................

2.8 Alarms 42...............................................................

2.9 History 44...............................................................

2.9.1 Navigation -- History 44............................................

2.9.2 Context Sensitive Buttons 44.......................................

2.9.3 Changing the Order of Columns 44.................................

2.9.4 Hide PM History 45...............................................

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2.9.5 Exporting to a USB Stick 45........................................

2.10 Help/Others 46...........................................................

2.10.1 Navigation -- Help/Others 46.......................................

2.10.2 Context Sensitive Buttons -- Help/Others 46..........................

2.10.3 Users/Password -- Help/Others 46..................................

2.10.4 Communication -- Help/Others 48...................................

2.10.5 Languages -- Help/Others 49.......................................

2.10.6 CU Alarm Help -- Help/Others 49...................................

2.10.7 IV Info -- Help/Others 49...........................................

2.10.8 Controller Info -- Help/Others 49....................................

2.10.9 IV Settings -- Help/Others 50.......................................

2.10.10 Export to USB -- Help/Others 50....................................

2.10.11 Setpoint Set 51...................................................

2.10.12 Firmware update 52..............................................

Section 3 Communication 53..................................................................

3.1 Safety Precautions 53.....................................................

3.2 Introduction 54...........................................................

3.3 USB Connections 55......................................................

3.3.1 USB-A Connection Port 55........................................

3.3.2 USB-B Connection Port 55........................................

3.4 RS-232 Connections 56..................................................

3.5 Modbus RTU with RS-485 Connections 56...................................

3.6 Ethernet Connections 57..................................................

3.6.1 Ethernet Network Addresses and Setpoint Parameters 57.............

3.6.2 Ethernet PC Connections 57.......................................

3.6.3 Ethernet Modbus/TCP Connections 58..............................

3.6.4 Ethernet Internet Connections 58...................................

3.7 E-mail and SMS Alerts 59.................................................

3.7.1 Active Call 59....................................................

3.7.2 Active SMS 59...................................................

3.7.3 Active E-mail 59..................................................

3.8 Modbus Communications 60...............................................

3.9 RS-485 Connections 60...................................................

3.9.1 Optical Isolation 61...............................................

3.9.2 Termination Resistors 62..........................................

3.9.3 Bias Resistors 62.................................................

3.10 Connecting CAN Bus Communication between Controllers 63..................

3.10.1 CAN Bus Connections 63..........................................

3.10.2 Wiring Examples 64..............................................

3.11 Monitoring Software 66....................................................

3.11.1 InteliMonitor 66...................................................

3.11.2 WebSupervisor 66................................................

3.11.3 Web Interface 67.................................................

Section 4 Operation 73........................................................................

4.1 Prestart Checklist 73......................................................

4.2 Exercising the Generator Set 73............................................

4.3 Operation in Cold Weather Climates 74.....................................

4.4 Controller Operation 74...................................................

4.4.1 OFF Mode 74....................................................

4.4.2 MAN Mode (Manual) 75...........................................

4.4.3 AUT Mode (Automatic) 76.........................................

4.4.4 Start Signal 76...................................................

4.4.5 Startup Cranking 76..............................................

4.4.6 Engine Starting Procedures 77.....................................

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4.4.7 Stop Signal 78...................................................

4.4.8 Engine Stopping Procedures 78....................................

4.4.9 Stop Time 78....................................................

4.4.10 Cooling 78.......................................................

4.4.11 After Cooling 78..................................................

4.4.12 Emergency Stop 79...............................................

4.4.13 Controller Resetting (Following System Shutdown or Warning) 80.......

4.4.14 System Fault Warning Lamp with Digital Displays 80..................

4.4.15 System Fault Shutdown Lamp with Digital Displays 81................

4.4.16 Load Shedding 81................................................

4.4.17 Generator Set Operation States 83.................................

Section 5 Parallel Operation 85................................................................

5.1 Controller Operation 85...................................................

5.1.1 Paralleling Operation in AUT Mode 85...............................

5.2 Paralleling Connections 86................................................

5.3 Active and Reactive Power Control Modes 88................................

5.3.1 System Base Load 88.............................................

5.3.2 Local Baseload 88................................................

5.3.3 System Base Power Factor 88.....................................

5.4 Power Management 89....................................................

5.4.1 Power Management in kW 89......................................

5.4.2 Power Management in kVA 89.....................................

5.4.3 Relative Power Management in Percentage 90.......................

5.5 Running Hours Equalization (RHE) 92.......................................

5.6 Load Demand Swap (LDS), Different Sized Engines 93........................

5.7 Parallel Commissioning Procedure 94.......................................

5.7.1 Pre-Paralleling Requirements 94...................................

5.7.2 Start up: 94......................................................

Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance 99..........................................................

6.1 Service Timers and Alarms 100..............................................

6.2 Alternator Service 100......................................................

6.3 Engine Service 100........................................................

6.4 Service Schedule 101......................................................

6.5 Natural Gas Fuel System 103...............................................

6.5.1 Gas Fuel System Concept

(Single Fuel) 103..................................................

6.5.2 Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Heater Kit 103...........................

6.6 Alternator Bearing Service 103..............................................

6.6.1 5M/7M Single-Bearing Alternator 103................................

6.6.2 7M Dual-Bearing Alternator 103.....................................

6.7 Cooling System 104.......................................................

6.7.1 Coolant Level Check 104...........................................

6.7.2 Cooling System Component Inspection 104...........................

6.7.3 Procedure to Drain Cooling System 105..............................

6.7.4 Procedure to Flush and Clean Cooling System 105....................

6.7.5 Procedure to Refill Cooling System 105..............................

6.7.6 Radiator Maintenance 106..........................................

6.7.7 Radiator Fan Bearing Lubrication 107

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6.8 Battery 109...............................................................

6.8.1 Clean Battery 110.................................................

6.8.2 Electrolyte Level Inspection 111.....................................

6.8.3 Specific Gravity Check 111.........................................

6.8.4 Charge Battery 111................................................

6.9 Storage Procedure 112.....................................................

6.9.1 Cooling System 112...............................................

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6.9.2 Fuel System 112..................................................

6.9.3 Exterior 113.......................................................

6.9.4 Alternator 113.....................................................

6.9.5 Battery 113.......................................................

Section 7 Generator Set Reconnection 115......................................................

7.1 Introduction 115...........................................................

7.2 Voltage Reconnection Procedure 116........................................

Section 8 General Troubleshooting 119.........................................................

8.1 General Troubleshooting Chart 120..........................................

Section 9 Accessories 125.....................................................................

9.1 Accessories and Connections 125...........................................

9.1.1 Remote Emergency Stop Kit 125....................................

9.1.2 Soft Starter Kit 126................................................

Appendix A Abbreviations 127...................................................................

Appendix B User-Defined Settings 131...........................................................

Setpoint Ratings Chart 131.........................................

Process Control 132...............................................

SUS Control (Startup Synchronization Not Applicable) 137..............

Basic Settings 137.................................................

Communication Settings 145........................................

Engine Parameters 152............................................

Engine Protections 156.............................................

Generator Protections 159..........................................

Power Management 165............................................

Synchronization/Load Control 172...................................

Voltage/Power Factor Control 176...................................

Force Value 177...................................................

Load Shedding 182................................................

Timer Settings 183.................................................

Active Calls/SMS 184..............................................

Date/Time 187....................................................

Analog Protection 188..............................................

PLC 191..........................................................

Appendix C History Events and Alarms 193.......................................................

Appendix D Alarm Types 207...................................................................

Appendix E Metering 209.......................................................................

7Safety Precautions and InstructionsTP-6990 8/18

Safety Precautions and Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

Electromechanical equipment,

including generator sets, transfer

switches, switchgear, and accessories,

can cause bodily harm and pose

life-threatening danger when

improperly installed, operated, or

maintained. To prevent accidents be

aware of potential dangers and act

safely. Read and follow all safety

precautions and instructions. SAVE

THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This manual has several types of safety

precautions and instructions: Danger,

Warning, Caution, and Notice.

DANGER

Danger indicates the presence of a

hazard that will cause severe

personal injury, death,orsubstantial

property damage.

WARNING

Warning indicates the presence of a

hazard that can cause severe

personal injury, death, or substantial

property damage.

CAUTION

Caution indicates the presence of a

hazard that will or can cause minor

personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE

Notice communicates installation,

operation, or maintenance information

that is safety related but not hazard

related.

Safety decals affixed to the equipment

in prominent places alert the operator

or service technician to potential

hazards and explain how to act safely.

The decals are shown throughout this

publication to improve operator

recognition. Replace missing or

damaged decals.

Accidental Starting

Accidental starting.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect the battery cables before

working on the generator set.

Remove the negative (--) lead first

when disconnecting the battery.

Reconnect the negative (--) lead last

when reconnecting the battery.

WARNING

Disabling the generator set.

Accidental starting can cause

severe injury or death. Before

working on the generator set or

equipment connected to the set,

disable the generator set as follows:

(1) If the controller is not already in the

MAN (manual) mode, press the

Controller Mode button and then press

the MAN mode button. (2) If the

generator set is running, press and hold

the Manual--Stop button for at least

2 seconds to stop the generator set.

(3) Press the Controller Mode button

and then press the controller Off mode

button. (4) Disconnect the power to the

battery charger, if equipped.

(5) Remove the battery cables,

negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the

negative (--) lead last when

reconnecting the battery. Follow these

precautions to prevent the starting of

the generator set by the remote

start/stop switch.

Battery

Sulfuric acid in batteries.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Wear protective goggles and

clothing. Battery acid may cause

blindness and burn skin.

WARNING

Explosion.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Relays in the battery charger

cause arcs or sparks.

Locate the battery in a well-ventilated

area. Isolate the battery charger from

explosive fumes.

WARNING

Battery electrolyte is a diluted

sulfuric acid. Battery acid can cause

severe injury or death. Battery acid

can cause blindness and burn skin.

Always wear splashproof safety

goggles, rubber gloves, and boots

when servicing the battery. Do not

open a sealed battery or mutilate the

battery case. If battery acid splashes in

the eyes or on the skin, immediately

flush the affected area for 15 minutes

with large quantities of clean water.

Seek immediate medical aid in the case

of eye contact. Never add acid to a

battery after placing the battery in

service, as this may result in hazardous

spattering of battery acid.

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Battery acid cleanup. Battery acid

can cause severe injury or death.

Battery acid is electrically conductive

and corrosive. Add 500 g (1 lb.) of

bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to a

container with 4 L (1 gal.) of water and

mix the neutralizing solution. Pour the

neutralizing solution on the spilled

battery acid and continue to add the

neutralizing solution to the spilled

battery acid until all evidence of a

chemical reaction (foaming) has

ceased. Flush the resulting liquid with

water and dry the area.

Battery 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. Do not dispose of a

battery in a fire. To prevent burns and

sparks that could cause an explosion,

avoid touching the battery terminals

with tools or other metal objects.

Remove all jewelry before servicing the

equipment. Discharge static electricity

from your body before touching

batteries by first touching a grounded

metal surface away from the battery. To

avoid sparks, do not disturb the battery

charger connections while the battery

is charging. Always turn the battery

charger off before disconnecting the

battery connections. Ventilate the

compartments containing batteries to

prevent accumulation of explosive

gases.

Battery short circuits. Explosion

can cause severe injury or death.

Short circuits can cause bodily injury

and/or equipment damage.

Disconnect the battery before

generator set installation or

maintenance. Remove all jewelry

before servicing the equipment. Use

tools with insulated handles. Remove

the negative (--) lead first when

disconnecting the battery. Reconnect

the negative (--) lead last when

reconnecting the battery. Never

connect the negative (--) battery cable

to the positive (+) connection terminal

of the starter solenoid. Do not test the

battery condition by shorting the

terminals together.

Engine Backfire/Flash

Fire

Risk of fire.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Do not smoke or permit flames or

sparks near fuels or the fuel system.

WARNING

Servicing the fuel system. A flash

fire can cause severe injury or death.

Do not smoke or permit flames or

sparks near the carburetor, fuel line,

fuel filter, fuel pump, or other potential

sources of spilled fuels or fuel vapors.

Catch fuels in an approved container

when removing the fuel line or

carburetor.

Servicing the air cleaner. A sudden

backfire can cause severe injury or

death. Do not operate the generator

set with the air cleaner removed.

Combustible materials. A fire can

cause severe injury or death.

Generator set engine fuels and 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 fire extinguisher rated ABC or

BC for electrical fires or as

recommended by the local fire code or

an authorized agency. Train all

personnel on fire extinguisher

operation and fire prevention

procedures.

Exhaust System

Carbon monoxide.

Can cause severe nausea,

fainting, or death.

The exhaust system must be

leakproof and routinely inspected.

WARNING

Generator set operation. Carbon

monoxide can cause severe nausea,

fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide

is an odorless, colorless, tasteless,

nonirritating gas that can cause death if

inhaled for even a short time. Avoid

breathing exhaust fumes when working

on or near the generator set. Never

operate the generator set inside a

building unless the exhaust gas is

piped safely outside. Never operate

the generator set where exhaust gas

could accumulate and seep back inside

a potentially occupied building.

Carbon monoxide symptoms.

Carbon monoxide can cause severe

nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon

monoxide is a poisonous gas present in

exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide is an

odorless, colorless, tasteless,

nonirritating gas that can cause death if

inhaled for even a short time. Carbon

monoxide poisoning symptoms include

but are not limited to the following:

D Light-headedness, dizziness

D Physical fatigue, weakness in

joints and muscles

D Sleepiness, mental fatigue,

inability to concentrate

or speak clearly, blurred vision

D 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 others to the

possibility of carbon monoxide

poisoning. Seek medical attention if

the condition of affected persons does

not improve within minutes of breathing

fresh air.

Do not use copper tubing in diesel

exhaust systems. Sulfur in diesel

exhaust causes rapid deterioration

of copper tubing exhaust systems,

resulting in exhaust leakage.

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Fuel System

Explosive fuel vapors.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Use extreme care when handling,

storing, and using fuels.

WARNING

The fuel system. Explosive fuel

vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Vaporized fuels are highly

explosive. Use extreme care when

handling and storing fuels. Store fuels

in a well-ventilated area away from

spark-producing equipment and out of

the reach of children. Never add fuel to

the tank while the engine is running

because spilled fuel may ignite on

contact with hot parts or from sparks.

Do not smoke or permit flames or

sparks to occur near sources of spilled

fuel or fuel vapors. Keep the fuel lines

and connections tight and in good

condition. Do not replace flexible fuel

lines with rigid lines. Use flexible

sections to avoid fuel line breakage

caused by vibration. Do not operate the

generator set in the presence of fuel

leaks, fuel accumulation, or sparks.

Repair fuel systems before resuming

generator set operation.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause

severe injury or death. Ta ke

additional precautions when using the

following fuels:

Propane (LPG)—Adequate ventilation

is mandatory. Because propane is

heavier than air, install propane gas

detectors low in a room. Inspect the

detectors per the manufacturer’s

instructions.

Natural Gas—Adequate ventilation is

mandatory. Because natural gas rises,

install natural gas detectors high in a

room. Inspect the detectors per the

manufacturer’s instructions.

Draining the fuel system. Explosive

fuel vapors can cause severe injury

or death. Spilled fuel can cause an

explosion. Use a container to catch fuel

when draining the fuel system. Wipe up

spilled fuel after draining the system.

Gas fuel leaks. Explosive fuel

vapors can cause severe injury or

death. Fuel leakage can cause an

explosion. Check the LPG vapor or

natural gas fuel system for leakage by

using a soap and water solution with

the fuel system test pressurized to

6--8 ounces per square inch

(10--14 inches water column). Do not

use a soap solution containing either

ammonia or chlorine because both

prevent bubble formation. A successful

test depends on the ability of the

solution to bubble.

LPG liquid withdrawal fuel leaks.

Explosive fuel vapors can cause

severe injury or death. Fuel leakage

can cause an explosion. Check the

LPG liquid withdrawal fuel system for

leakage by using a soap and water

solution with the fuel system test

pressurized to at least 90 psi

(621 kPa). Do not use a soap solution

containing either ammonia or chlorine

because both prevent bubble

formation. A successful test depends

on the ability of the solution to bubble.

Hazardous Noise

Hazardous noise.

Can cause hearing loss.

Never operate the generator set

without a muffler or with a faulty

exhaust system.

CAUTION

Engine noise. Hazardous noise can

cause hearing loss. Generator sets

not equipped with sound enclosures

can produce noise levels greater than

105 dBA. Prolonged exposure to noise

levels greater than 85 dBA can cause

permanent hearing loss. Wear hearing

protection when near an operating

generator set.

Hazardous Voltage/

Moving Parts

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect all power sources before

opening the enclosure.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage. Moving parts.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Operate the generator set only when

all guards and electrical enclosures

areinplace.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Backfeed to the utility system can

cause property damage, severe

injury, or death.

If the generator set is used for

standby power, install an automatic

transfer switch to prevent inadvertent

interconnection of standby and

normal sources of supply.

WARNING

Grounding electrical equipment.

Hazardous voltage will cause severe

injury or death. Electrocution is

possible whenever electricity is

present. Ensure you comply with all

applicable codes and standards.

Electrically ground the generator set,

transfer switch, and related equipment

and electrical circuits. Turn off the main

circuit breakers of all power sources

before servicing the equipment. Never

contact electrical leads or appliances

when standing in water or on wet

ground because these conditions

increase the risk of electrocution.

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High voltage test. Hazardous

voltage will cause severe injury or

death. Follow the instructions of the

test equipment manufacturer when

performing high-voltage tests on the

rotor or stator. An improper test

procedure can damage equipment or

lead to generator set failure.

Installing the battery charger.

Hazardous voltage will cause severe

injury or death. An ungrounded

battery charger may cause electrical

shock. Connect the battery charger

enclosure to the ground of a permanent

wiring system. As an alternative, install

an equipment grounding conductor

with circuit conductors and connect it to

the equipment grounding terminal or

the lead on the battery charger. Install

the battery charger as prescribed in the

equipment manual. Install the battery

charger in compliance with local codes

and ordinances.

Connecting the battery and the

battery charger. Hazardous voltage

will cause severe injury or death.

Reconnect the battery correctly,

positive to positive and negative to

negative, to avoid electrical shock and

damage to the battery charger and

battery(ies). Have a qualified

electrician install the battery(ies).

Short circuits. Hazardous

voltage/current will cause severe

injury or death. Short circuits can

cause bodily injury and/or equipment

damage. Do not contact electrical

connections with tools or jewelry while

making adjustments or repairs.

Remove all jewelry before servicing the

equipment.

Engine block heater. Hazardous

voltage will cause severe injury or

death. The engine block heater can

cause electrical shock. Remove the

engine block heater plug from the

electrical outlet before working on the

block heater electrical connections.

Handling the capacitor. Hazardous

voltage can cause severe injury or

death. Electrical shock results from

touching the charged capacitor

terminals. Discharge the capacitor by

shorting the terminals together.

(Capacitor-excited models only)

Electrical backfeed to the utility.

Hazardous 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 into a utility

electrical system can cause severe

injury or death to utility personnel

working on power lines.

Testing live electrical circuits.

Hazardous voltage or current will

cause severe injury or death. Have

trained and qualified personnel take

diagnostic measurements of live

circuits. Use adequately rated test

equipment with electrically insulated

probes and follow the instructions of the

test equipment manufacturer when

performing voltage tests. Observe the

following precautions when performing

voltage tests: (1) Remove all jewelry.

(2) Stand on a dry, approved electrically

insulated mat. (3) Do not touch the

enclosure or components inside the

enclosure. (4) Be prepared for the

system to operate automatically.

(600 volts and under)

Servicing the generator set when it

is operating. Exposed moving parts

will cause severe injury or death.

Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing, and

test leads away from the belts and

pulleys when the generator set is

running. Replace guards, screens, and

covers before operating the generator

set.

Heavy Equipment

Unbalanced weight.

Improper lifting can cause severe

injury or death and equipment

damage.

Do not use lifting eyes.

Lift the generator set using lifting bars

inserted through the lifting holes on

the skid.

WARNING

Hot Parts

Hot coolant and steam.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Before removing the pressure cap,

stop the generator set and allow it to

cool. Then loosen the pressure cap

to relieve pressure.

WARNING

Hot engine and exhaust system.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Do not work on the generator set until

it cools.

WARNING

Servicing the alternator. Hot parts

can cause severe injury or death.

Avoid touching the alternator field or

exciter armature. When shorted, the

alternator field and exciter armature

become hot enough to cause severe

burns.

Servicing the exhaust system. Hot

parts can cause severe injury or

death. Do not touch hot engine parts.

The engine and exhaust system

components become extremely hot

during operation.

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Notice

NOTICE

This generator set has been

rewired from its nameplate voltage

to

246242

NOTICE

Voltage reconnection. Affix a notice

to the generator set after reconnecting

the set to a voltage different from the

voltage on the nameplate. Order

voltage reconnection decal 246242

from an authorized service

distributor/dealer.

NOTICE

Canadian installations only.For

standby service connect the output of

the generator set to a suitably rated

transfer switch in accordance with

Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.

12 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6990 8/18

Notes

13IntroductionTP-6990 8/18

Introduction

This manual provides operation instructions for

generator sets equipped with the Decision-Makerr

8000 controller.

Wiring diagram manuals are available separately. Refer

to the engine operation manual for generator set engine

scheduled maintenance information.

Information in this publication represents data available

at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to

change this publication and the products represented

without notice and without any obligation or liability

whatsoever.

Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures

and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment

operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the

Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the

beginning of this manual. Keep this manual with the

equipment for future reference.

The equipment service requirements are very important

to safe and efficient operation. Inspect the parts often

and perform required service at the prescribed intervals.

Maintenance work must be performed by appropriately

skilled and suitably trained maintenance personnel

familiar with generator set operation and service.

The disk supplied with this generator set is a backup

copy of the generator set personality program

containing data specific to the engine and alternator.

The engine and alternator data was preprogrammed in

the controller at the factory and no further use of the disk

should be necessary. Typically, your authorized

distributor stores this disk for possible future use such as

controller replacement or other circumstances requiring

a backup.

Abbreviations

This publication makes use of numerous abbreviations.

Typically, the word(s) are spelled out along with the

abbreviation in parentheses when shown for the first

time in a section. Appendix A, Abbreviations, also

includes many abbreviation definitions.

List of Related Materials

Figure 1 lists the available literature part numbers.

Communication and Software

Manual Description

Literature Part No.

Controller Spec Sheet

G6-147

Generator Set/Controller

Wiring Diagram Manual

TP-6994

Decision-Makerr 8000 Service Manual

TP-7011

InteliMonitor Software Manual TP-7012

WebSupervisor Software Manual TP-7013

Engine Operation Manual

SFGLD240 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD240 (Continuous)

SFGLD360 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD360 (Continuous)

SFGLD480 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD480 (Continuous)

SFGLD560 (Continuous)

HGM560 (Continuous)

TP-7019

TP-7020

TP-6991

TP-7020

TP-6991

TP-7020

TP-7021

Engine Installation Manual

SFGLD240 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD360 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD480 (Standby/Prime)

SFGLD560 (Continuous)

HGM560 (Continuous)

TP-6995

TP-7022

TP-7023

Engine Parts Catalog

SFGLD240

SFGLD360

SFGLD480

SFGLD560

HGM560

TP-7016

TP-6997

TP-6996

TP-7017

TP-7018

Generator Set Installation Manual TP-5700

Battery Charger Operation Manual TP-7025

Generator Set Parts Catalog TP-7024

Digital Voltage Regulator Installation,

Operation, and Service Manual

TP-6821

Alternator Maintenance Manual TP-5578

Alternator Service Manual TP-6373

Modbusr Communications Protocol

Operation Manual

TP-6113

Figure 1 Related Literature

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

14 Service Assistance TP-6990 8/18

Service Assistance

For professional advice on generator set power

requirements and conscientious service, please contact

your nearest Kohler distributor or dealer.

D Visit the Kohler Co. website at KOHLERPower.com.

D Look at the labels and decals on your Kohler product

or review the appropriate literature or documents

included with the product.

D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.

D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest r egional

office.

Headquarters 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 Headquarters

Singapore, Republic of Singapore

Phone: (65) 6264-6422

Fax: (65) 6264-6455

China

North China Regional Office, Beijing

Phone: (86) 10 6518 7950

(86) 10 6518 7951

(86) 10 6518 7952

Fax: (86) 10 6518 7955

East China Regional Office, Shanghai

Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500

Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550

India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

India Regional Office

Bangalore, India

Phone: (91) 80 3366208

(91) 80 3366231

Fax: (91) 80 3315972

Japan, Korea

North Asia Regional Office

Tokyo, Japan

Phone: (813) 3440-4515

Fax: (813) 3440-2727

TP-6990 8/18 15Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

1.1 Introduction

The Decision-Makerr 8000 combines a 203 mm

(8 inch) color display with intuitive navigation and quick

access buttons. The Decision-Makerr 8000 also

provides extensive metering and monitoring options,

visual charting capabilities, advanced control, system

monitoring, system diagnostics, and control for

paralleling multiple generator sets.

The Decision-Makerr 8000 interfaces the generator set

to other power system equipment and other network

management systems using standard industry network

communications.

The spec sheets for each generator set provide

model-specific generator set and engine information.

The controller spec sheet provides specifications for this

controller. Refer to the respective spec sheets for data

not supplied in this manual. Consult the generator set

service manual, installation manual, and engine

operation manual for additional specifications.

Note: Paralleling features or functions mentioned in this

manual are only a vailable when the generator set

is ordered with paralleling options.

Decision-Makerr 8000 features include:

D Communication with RS-232 and RS-485 and

Ethernet (RJ-45)

D Supports Modbusr RTU, Modbusr TCP, and SNMP

version 1 protocols

D Stores up to 4000 records in Event History

D Snap shot capabilities store up to 50 pre-alarm

records prior to shutdown

D Data logging and trending of various customizable

data outputs for easy troubleshooting

D USB connection port to assist with data storage

D 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs for customer

connections

Paralleling controller features include:

D Supports paralleling up to 32 generator sets (with

optional paralleling kit)

D Digital isochronous load sharing with other

Decision-Makerr 8000 controller equipped generator

sets

1.2 Controller Specifications

Decision-Makerr 8000 Controller

Power source 8-36 volt DC

Power drain 150 milliamps at 24V

Humidity range Up to 95% non condensing

Operating temperature

-- 2 0 _ to 70_C(--4_ to 158_F)

Storage temperature

-- 3 0 _ to 80_C(--22_ to 176_F)

Figure 1-1 Decision-Makerr 8000 Specifications

Note: Have setup and adjustments of the

Decision-Makerr 8000 controller performed only

by an authorized Kohler distributor. Some

settings and adjustments are password

protected.

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

TP-6990 8/1816 Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

1.3 Application Description

The Decision-Makerr 8000 operation is intended for

sites where up to 32 generator sets work in parallel. The

main operation features are as follows:

D Automatic start--up and stop sequences with

adjustable timing

D Wide range of generator set and engine protections

and additional freely configurable protections

D Multiple island operation with digital active and

reactive load sharing

D One breaker control (GCB) including synchronizing

to the busbar

D Soft loading and unloading

D Power management — automatic starting and

stopping of generator set according to the load

demand, running hours equalization, and other

optimization features

Note: Paralleling operation requires a paralleling option

for each generator set in service.

Start/Stop

MCB

Load

GCB1

CAN

G

1

Speed

Governor

AVR

Controller 1

Vout

CAN2

Sys. Start/Stop

MCB Feedback

AVRi

Common Busbar

3xU

B

3xU

G

3xI

G

GCB32

CAN

G

32

Speed

Governor

AVR

iG-A VRi

Controller 32

Vout

CAN2

Sys. Start/Stop

MCB Feedback

AVRi

3xU

B

3xU

G

3xI

G

iG-A VRi

Figure 1-2 Decision-Makerr 8000 Operation (Standby and Prime Applications)

TP-6990 8/18 17Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

1.4 Control Panel and Component

Overview

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect all power sources before

opening the enclosure.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage. Moving parts.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Operate the generator set only when

all guards and electrical enclosures

areinplace.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

This equipment must be installed and

serviced by qualified electrical

personnel.

DANGER

Accessing the middle compartment on the control panel.

Hazardous voltage will cause severe injury or death. On

the controller base box and automatic voltage regulator, do not

touch the terminals for voltage and current measurement.

Disconnect all power sources and disable the generator set

before servicing.

Accidental starting.

Can cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect the battery cables before

working on the generator set.

Remove the negative (--) lead first

when disconnecting the battery.

Reconnect the negative (--) lead last

when reconnecting the battery.

WARNING

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the

generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the

generator set as follows: (1) If the controller is not already in

the MAN (manual) mode, press the Controller Mode button

and then press the MAN mode button. (2) If the generator set

is running, press and hold the Manual--Stop button for at least

2 seconds to stop the generator set. (3) Press the Controller

Mode button and then press the controller Off mode button.

(4) Disconnect the power to the battery charger, if equipped.

(5) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.

Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the

battery. Follow these precautions to prevent the starting of the

generator set by the remote start/stop switch.

The Decision-Makerr 8000 controller can be remotely

controlled. Accidental starting can cause severe injury or

death. In the event that maintenance needs to be done to the

generator set, check the following to ensure that the engine

cannot be started remotely: (1) Disconnect remote control via

RS-232 line. (2) Disconnect input REMOTE START/STOP or

disconnect output STAR TER and outputs GCB

CLOSE/OPEN.

The control panel contains the key components for

monitoring and operating the generator set such as the

Decision-Makerr 8000, the Automatic Voltage

Regulator (AVR), and the customer connection

contacts.

The control panel is divided into three compartments:

the top compartment contains the display unit; the

middle compartment contains the base box, analog

input module, input/output module, and automatic

voltage regulator (AVR); and the bottom compartment

contains the customer connection contacts on terminal

block 1 and the dry contact board. See Figure 1-3 and

Figure 1-6 for component location.

TP-6990 8/1818 Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

ADV-8778

1. Control panel

2. Controller display

3. Base box

4. AIN8 module

5. IO8/8 module

6. Dry contact board

7. Top panel

8. Voltage regulator

9. Middle (high voltage)

panel

10. Bottom panel

11. Customer connections

5

2

3

4

8

1

7

9

10

11

6

Figure 1-3 Control Panel (compartment covers

removed)

1.4.1 Controller Display Unit (CDU)

The controller display provides generator set monitoring

and operation and is the main component for navigation

and user interaction. The display is located in the upper

compartment of the generator set control panel and is

connected to the controller base box.

1.4.2 Controller Base Box

All of the main electronic components of the engine,

generator set, and alternator connect to and

communicate with the controller base box. The base

box monitors and controls the generator set through

communication with the engine electronic control unit

(ECU), the ignition system (GIS), and the automatic

voltage regulator (AVR). The base box uses this

communication to provide information and content to

the user through the controller display.

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

This equipment must be installed and

serviced by qualified electrical

personnel.

DANGER

Accessing the middle compartment on the control panel.

Hazardous voltage will cause severe injury or death. On

the controller base box and automatic voltage regulator, do not

touch the terminals for voltage and current measurement.

Disconnect all power sources and disable the generator set

before servicing.

1.4.3 Input/Output Module

The input/output module provides analog outputs and

binary inputs and outputs. These inputs and outputs are

connected to the customer connection terminal block in

the control panel bottom compartment. The input/output

module communicates with the base box through CAN

communication.

1.4.4 Analog Input Module

The analog input module provides analog input

connections for sensors like the coolant temperature

sender, oil pressure sender, oil temperature sender,

ambient air temperature sender, intake manifold

temperature sender, and the exhaust thermocouples.

The analog input module r eceives signals from these

sensors and relays this information to the controller

base box through CAN communication.

TP-6990 8/18 19Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

1.4.5 Automatic Voltage Regulator

(AVR)

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect all power sources before

opening the enclosure.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

This equipment must be installed and

serviced by qualified electrical

personnel.

DANGER

Accessing the middle compartment on the control panel.

Hazardous voltage will cause severe injury or death. On

the controller base box and automatic voltage regulator, do not

touch the terminals for voltage and current measurement.

Disconnect all power sources and disable the generator set

before servicing.

The automatic voltage regulator is a control device that

regulates the output voltage of the alternator by

controlling the current into the exciter field and the

reactive power (VAR) supplied by the generator set.

Input power to the AVR is derived from a single phase

permanent magnet generator (PMG exciter).

See the voltage regulator user manual (Figure 1, List of

Related Materials) for voltage regulation operation and

maintenance.

1.4.6 Customer Connections

Customer connections and accessories connect to

either the customer connection terminal or the dry

contact board located in the bottom compartment of the

control panel. See Figure 1-3

Use the customer connection terminal block for signals

such as remote start/stop, binary inputs and

accessories such as remote emergency stop. The

customer connection terminal block also contains inputs

for breaker position and CAN communication with other

Decision-Makerr 8000 controllers.

The dry contact board contains designated relay

connections for accessories, kits, and alarms such as a

run relay, high coolant temperature alarm, overspeed

alarm, and radiator fan control connections.

See Section 9 for accessory information.

1.4.7 Junction Box

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect all power sources before

opening the enclosure.

DANGER

Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death.

This equipment must be installed and

serviced by qualified electrical

personnel.

DANGER

Circuit breakers and electrical connections are typically

located inside the junction box. See Figure 1-4 for the

junction box location on the generator set.

1. Junction Box ADV-8827

1

Figure 1-4 Junction Box Location

TP-6990 8/1820 Section 1 Controller Overview and Features

1. Remote start/stop

2. Dry contact board

3. Binary inputs

4. Analog outputs

5. Remote emergency stop

6. Run relay

7. Common fault relay

8. Common warning relay

9. Low oil pressure warning or shutdown relay

10. High coolant temperature warning or shutdown relay

11. Low coolant level relay

12. Fan control enable relay

13. Load Shed relay

14. Generator breaker close relay

15. Generator breaker trip relay

1

5

3

4

2

6

7

8

9

10

15

14

1312

11

Figure 1-5 Customer Connections Diagram

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