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Residential Generators

Residential Generators Presentation 2016 Ver 3.0

What is Standby Power?

• Automatic power system permanently installed

outdoors

• Power system includes generator set,

automatic transfer switch, battery charger

and distribution panel

• Automatically monitors utility power for

interruption

• Electrical load runs off generator set until utility

power is restored

• Transfer switch returns electrical load to utility

power automatically once it’s restored

• Systems may be sized to provide power for the

entire house or just selected key appliances

What Is Standby Power?

• An unopened refrigerator can only keep food safe for about 4 hours

• A failed sump pump can lead to complete loss of investments in finished basements

• Power outage can quickly lead to mold growth or frozen pipes

• Wine collections can be damaged if proper temperatures are not maintained

• Homes with well pumps have no water during an outage

• Security systems, phone systems, and computers all require power to operate

Costs Of Power Failure

Why Natural / LP Gas?• Environmental friendly

o Less Ozone forming emissions

o Zero evaporative emissions

o Zero spillage

o No conditioning / Longer shelf life

• Cheaper generator set

o Cost for generator set is lower as

compare to similar performance diesel

generator set

• Cheaper, less expensive fuel

• Less engine maintenance

• More dependable supply

Standby:

• Automatic start-up during power outages

• Wired into your home’s electrical panel- no extension cords run from generator to appliances

• No need for refueling- runs on your home’s existing fuel source: either natural or LP gas

• Automatically transfers power to the generator set when utility power goes out—whether you are home or not.

• When utility power resumes, the generator shuts down and resumes monitoring – always standing guard over your home

Portable Generators:

• Require manual start-up

• Require extension cords which must be rated for the proper load and distance from the power source

• Must run extension cords from each appliance through an open window to the generator

• Need to be continually filled with gasoline. Requires gasoline storage or reliance on gas station supply

• Homeowner must be present to start the generator set when the power goes out and refuel throughout the day and night.

Portable vs Standby Generator Sets

Overview

Market Segments

CommercialMini mart, shops, Petrol kiosk, etc

HomesNursing home, Old folks home, etc

Special StorageIce room, Freezer,

Farms, etc

ResidentialHouses, Apartment, etc

KOHLER Residential Generators• Power Rating

o 6kW to 150kW, 60Hz or 50Hz, Single or three phase

• Cooling System

o Air cooled or liquid cooled

o Fuel

o Natural Gas or LPG

• KOHLER ‘s exclusive PowerBoost™ technology

o Provides maximum motor starting capability for large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping loads to other home appliances

• KOHLER Fast Response™

o Restores power in as little as 10 seconds

KOHLER Residential Generators• Higher Power Quality

o KOHLER generators provide superior voltage and frequency regulation along with ultra-low levels of harmonic distortion for the best generator power quality you can get to protect your prized electronics

• Engine

o KOHLER engines are heavier, have stronger bearings and last longer than competitive engines

o KOHLER engines include hydraulic valve lifters for reliable performance without routine valve adjustment or lengthy break-in requirements

• Controller

o Digital controllers provide integrated control for generator sets, electronic speed control that responds quickly to varying demand and digital voltage regulation that protects your sensitive electronics from harmonic distortion and unstable power quality

KOHLER Residential Generators• More sophisticated diagnostic self-test

o KOHLER generators performs an adaptive quiet slow-speed exercise cycle and complete system self-diagnostic test weekly.

o Sophisticated fault codes on KOHLER ’s exclusive Residential Digital Control let you know where service may be needed.

• Exclusive 100% Corrosion-Proof Enclosure

o Unlike aluminum or steel enclosures, the bold new KOHLER design is completely corrosion-proof, even in harsh seaside environments

• Residential Generators are 100% factory engineered, built and tested

in KOHLER’s manufacturing facility in Wisconsin, USA

KOHLER Residential Product Lineup

Generator6kW to 150kW

LP / Natural Gas

Air & Liquid

Cooled

ControllerRDC2

DC2

VSC

SoftwareOnCue®

SiteTech®

Automatic Transfer SwitchRXT

RDT

RSB

Programmable Interface Module

Load Centre Module

New & Updated Products

6VSG

Applications

• 6VSG designed specifically for

the renewable energy, telecom

and other remote applications

• Provides consistent DC output

to maintain battery banks

directly without inefficient

conversions from alternating

current

• Can be used for industrial

battery bus support to reduce

the size of battery banks

• Offered in 24V, 36V and 48V

configurations

Features

• 6 / 6 kW (NG/LPG) – current limited to 6kW

• VSC controller

• KOHLER CH740 Engine

• Brushless 3 phase PMG alternator with permanent magnet excitation

• Engine flywheel mounted 15 Amp genset starting battery charging

alternator

• 6VSG ships with negative ground, but can be changed during

installation to positive ground, if necessary

• Steel enclosure with textured paint (Cashmere)

• Sound level at 50% load is 62 dBA, and 100% load is 65 dBA

• Speed varies between 2300 and 2900 rpm

6VSG

Features

• Small Footprint (LxWxH) – 40” x 28” x 28.5”

• Compatible with OnCue v3.1 and

Programmable Interface Module (PIM)

Benefits

• Variable speed for longer engine life and

reduced fuel consumption

• Smaller and quieter

• Easy to install and maintain

• Corrosion resistant for any climate

• Controller very similar to the RDC2

6VSG

8RESV & 8RESVL

Features

• 8 / 7 kW (LPG/NG), single phase, 120/240V

• RDC2 / DC2 controller

• Kohler SV620 single cylinder air cooled

engine

• Brushed wound field alternator (2F3)

• Delivers excellent power quality

• Excellent motor-starting capability, can start a

4 ton AC with up to 5kW pre-load

• Dimensions: 28 x 30 x 32.4 inches

• Weight: 375 pounds

8RESV

8RESVL

8RESV & 8RESVL

Features


• Accepts natural gas fuel pressure as low as 3.5 inches

• Meets 181 mph wind rating

• Average Sound level - 66 dBA during weekly exercise

- 72 dBA at full speed/no load

• Compatible with RXT/RDT/RSB Transfer Switches, LCM and PIM

• UL2200 and CSA certifications available

• OnCue Plus comes standard with every generator

• Warranty – 5 year or 2,000 hours

10RESV & 10RESVL

Features



• Kohler 7000 Series KT725 twin cylinder air

cooled engine



• Excellent motor-starting capability



10RESV

10RESVL

10RESV & 10RESVL

Features









• Warranty – 5 year or 2,000 hours

12RESV & 12RESVL

Features



• Kohler 7000 Series KT725 twin cylinder air

cooled engine



• Excellent motor-starting capability, can start a 5

ton AC with up to 5kW pre-load



12RESV

12RESVL

8/10/12RESV Service Location

12RESV & 12RESVL

Features









14RESA – 3 Phase

Features

• RDC2 controller

• Kohler CH740 twin cylinder air cooled engine, 725 cc

• Brushed wound field alternator (2F5-single phase, 2G5-three phase)


• Excellent motor-starting capability

• Dimensions: 48 x 26 x 29 inches (1216 x 665 x 733mm), Weight: 420

pounds (191 kg)

• Composite enclosure (Cashmere)

• Average Sound level - 63 dBA during weekly exercise at 2700 rpm


at 3600 rpm

14RESA – 3 Phase

Features

• Compatible with 3 phase RXT Transfer Switches, LCM (single phase

only) and PIM

• Compatible with OnCue Plus & OnCue Plus Wireless Generator

Management Systems

• UL2200 and CSA certifications available,

20RESC – 1 & 3 Phase

Features

• RDC2 controller

• Kohler CH1000 twin cylinder air cooled engine, 999 cc

• Brushed wound field alternator (2F7-single phase, 2G7-three phase)


• Has excellent motor-starting capability

• Dimensions: 48 x 26 x 29 inches (1216 x 665 x 733mm), Weight: 535

pounds (243 kg)

• Composite enclosure (Cashmere)

20RESC – 1 & 3 Phase

Features

• Average Sound level - 64 dBA during weekly exercise at 2700 rpm

- 69 dBA at full speed/no load at 3600 rpm

• Compatible with 3 phase RXT Transfer Switches, LCM (single phase

only) and PIM

• Compatible with OnCue Plus & OnCue Plus Wireless Generator

Management Systems


New RXT 100 Amp ATS

• Part number – GM85273-SA1 packaged with

all L models – 8RESVL, 10RESVL, 12RESVL

• 100 amp RXT with 12-space load center and

NEMA 1 steel enclosure for indoor installation

• UL listed

• 240 VAC/60 Hz

• Withstand rating 10,000 amps with specified

breakers

• Designed for use only with Kohler® generator

sets equipped with the RDC2 or DC2

controller

• If you would like to purchase this switch by

itself, then please order GM85273-SA2.

RXT display sold

separately

Controllers

VSC Controller

Features

• Very similar to RDC2 – menus and navigation

• Power Level 0 -100% LEDs

• Controller provides integrated control for the

6VSG generator set and the Programmable

Interface Module (PIM)

• If the optional oil makeup kit becomes empty,

the VSC will display a WARNING, and if

optional OnCue software is being used, and

email notifications are turned on, an email will

be sent

RDC2/DC2 Controller

Features

• Same controller to be used on any new Residential

/ Light Commercial product – easy training, support

• Potted board for protection against the environment

updates

• Breaker has been moved to the j-box; no longer in

the controller

• Redesigned bezel guards against moisture and

pest intrusion

• USB cover is a rubber cap; no longer a screw cover

• Improved software for Main Power Overload faults

• Increased surge suppression

RDC2

controller

DC2 controller

OnCue

What is OnCue?

• Allows homeowners and service providers to observe and manage

generator performance from any remote location

• Software program that can be installed on any PC with Microsoft®

Windows Vista® or Windows XP®.

• Comes with a network bridge which is installed onto the Kohler

generator to allow you to monitor your Kohler generator at home from

any PC located anywhere in the world

• Once installed by a KOHLER power professional, the OnCue software

connects a computer to the home generator, displaying relevant status

information from the generator to assure normal operation.

What is OnCue?

• The homeowner and/or the generator service provider can log in to

OnCue for the ability to:

• View real-time status of generator operation

• Observe and/or clear any diagnostic fault codes (ADC 2100 only)

• Review a time-stamped history of faults and clearing of faults

• Start and stop the residential generator

• OnCue requires a personal computer (PC) with Microsoft® Windows

Vista® or Windows XP® and is compatible with the following residential

generators

• 8.5/12/17/18RES with ADC-RES control

• 15/30RES & 15/30RYG with ADC 2100 control

What is OnCue?

• Unlike competitive generator performance monitoring programs,

OnCue communicates the KOHLER generator performance via e-mail

or text message directly to the homeowner or service provider, no

matter where they are.

• Excellent tool to boost maintenance contract revenues and elevate

customer satisfaction and peace of mind.

• Presents a great opportunity to Kohler distributors / dealers to obtain

add-on sales and service contracts from previous customers who

already have the the generator models listed above

Key Features

• First and only program that allows homeowners to remotely manage generator performance from anywhere in the world

• Relays status messages to you or your local Kohler dealer

• View real-time status of generator operation

• Observe and/or clear any diagnostic fault codes

• Review a time-stamped history of faults and clearing of faults

• Optional accessory kit for 8.5/12/17/18RES and 15/30RES/RYG

Power Chain View in OnCue

Software

Gauges View in OnCue Software

OnCue Monitoring Software

The Complete KOHLER Network

Design & Installation Considerations

The Complete KOHLER Network

Features

• Complete, turnkey solution

• Direct Internet connection

• Proprietary Kohler network

• Controller is the “brain” for all modules

Benefits

• Easy installation

• Remote monitoring and controls

• Home’s computer doesn’t have to be running

• Patents pending

Decision To Consider• Whole-house vs. essential loads

• Whole House configuration:

• Back up every electrical system and

convenience in your home.

• Essential loads configuration:

• Back up only the selected appliances

and components you determine

necessary (i.e., freezer, sump pump,

computer, refrigerator, microwave, TV)

• Fuel Source

• Connect to your natural gas fuel source

• If no natural gas, install a liquid propane

(LP) tank outside the home

KOHLER®’s online sizing tools allows you or your contractor to easily choose the right generator for your needs

Sizing The Generator

Installing KOHLER Residential Generators• Generator placement

• Exhaust consideration

• Local requirements

• Built-in pad (air-cooled)

• Automatic Transfer Switch

• Indoor or outdoor

• Safely disconnects home from

utility

• Connections

• Electrical – generator / utility /

ATS

• Fuel – natural gas or LP

• KOHLER residential generators are manufactured in the U.S.A.

• KOHLER allows you to choose whole-house or essential loads

• Whole House configuration: Back up every electrical system in your

home.

• Essential loads configuration: Back up only the selected appliances

and components you determine necessary

• Natural gas or liquid propane fuel source

• Connect to your natural gas fuel source (no hassle of refilling)

• Can connect to LP tank if no natural gas fuel source

• Exclusive PowerBoost™ technology provides maximum motor starting

capability for large loads such as central air conditioners without

dropping loads to other home appliances and electronics

Why KOHLER Residential Generators

• Exclusive 100% corrosion-proof enclosure

• Allow installation of generator sets in outdoor environment and

even harsh seaside environment

• Faster response

• Automatically provide power to your house in less than 10secs

• Sophisticated diagnostic self-test

• Performs an adaptive quiet slow-speed exercise cycle and

complete system self-diagnostic test weekly

• Gives you a piece of mind that your generator sets will always be

working when you need it

• Spare parts kits for easily D.I.Y. maintenance

• Superior 5 years warranty

Why KOHLER Residential Generators

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