Install Manual

TP-6906 6/14 37Section 1 Installation Instructions
1.9 Set Exerciser
When power is applied to the RDC2 controller (that is,
when the battery is connected), you will be prompted to
set the date and time, and then to set the exerciser. Set
the exerciser to automatically run the generator set on
the desired day and time every week or every two
weeks.
Figure 1-25 shows the controller screens. The first
setting will flash. Press the Up and Down arrow buttons
to change the setting. Press Select to save the setting
and move on to the next. Repeat until the date, time, and
exercise are set and the controller display shows the
main menu. See TP-6905, Generator Set Operation
Manual, for more detailed instructions to set the date
and time and set the exerciser.
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Date:
05Dec2011
Time:
08:31a
Next Exercise:
08:31a 12Dec2011
Setting will flash.
Press the up and down arrow
buttons to change the setting.
Press Select to save the
setting.
Figure 1-25 Set Date, Time, and Exercise, RDC2
Controller
In order to set a loaded exercise using the RDC2
controller, a Kohlerr Model RXT transfer switch must be
connected. To set a loaded exercise on a generator set
connected to a transfer switch other than a Model RXT,
use the transfer switch controller to set the exercise.
Refer to the transfer switch operation manual for
instructions.
The controller must be in automatic mode for the
exerciser to operate as scheduled. Press AUTO to place
the generator set controller into automatic mode.
1.10 Operation Tests
Hazardous voltage.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Operate the generator set only when
all guards and electrical enclosures
areinplace.
Moving parts.
WARNING
1. Verify that all guards are in place. Install the
enclosure’s end panels and nonservice side door.
2. Check the items in the Prestart Checklist in the
generator set operation manual.
3. Set the time and date, and then set the exerciser to
run the generator set once a week or every other
week to keep the generator set in good operating
condition. See TP-6905, Operation Manual, for
instructions to set the date and time and set the
exerciser.
4. Press the RUN button on the generator set
controller to start the generator set.
5. Use a digital voltmeter (DVM) to check the output
voltage from the generator set. If voltage
calibration is required, refer to Section 3.5 for
instructions.
6. Press OFF to stop the engine. Then press AUTO
on the RDC2 controller.
7. Install the enclosure’s service-side door. Verify that
all enclosure doors and panels are installed. Lock
the enclosure doors to prevent unauthorized
access.