Initial Commissioning - Kohler SDMO PRESTIGE 3000 C5 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

3.1 Key to illustrations
The cover illustrations can be used to identify the various components of the unit. The procedures in the manual refer to these
illustrations using letters and numbers as identifiers: "A1" refers to the number 1 on figure A.
Oil dipstick/filler plug
Filler neck
Dipstick upper limit
Dipstick lower limit
Fuel level indicator
Fuel tank cap
Screen filter
Fuel tap
Choke
Switch
Starter-recoil reel handle
3.2

Initial commissioning

On taking delivery and commissioning the unit:
1. Check that it is complete and not damaged in any way.
2. If the unit is fitted with a transport bracket, remove it.
The transport bracket is a metal plate located underneath the engine, close to the earth terminal.
Although useful for transportation, it will prevent optimum operation of the unit (noise, vibration).
To remove it: lift the unit slightly and place it on a block then remove the nut (1) and the clamp (2).
3. Check the oil and fuel levels and top them up if necessary.
4. If necessary, connect the battery, starting with the positive terminal.
Observe the polarity of the battery terminals when connecting it: as this could cause serious damage to the electrical equipment.
Some units require a running-in period. Contact your nearest agent for more information.
4.1 Positioning the generating set for operation
DANGER
1. Choose a clean, well ventilated and sheltered from bad weather site that is at least 1m away from building or other equipment.
2. Position the unit on a flat horizontal surface that has sufficient load-bearing capacity to prevent it from sinking.
The units are designed for stationary operation: they must not be installed on a vehicle or other mobile equipment unless a study taking
into account the different specific requirements for use of the unit has been carried out.
3. Check that the angle of the unit, in all directions, does not exceed 10°.
4.2 Check the generating set is in a good general condition (bolts, hoses)
Inspect the entire unit before start-up and after each use to prevent any faults or damage.
1. Check that the unit is clean, in particular the air intake zones (engine air intake, air vents, air filter, etc.).
2. Check all of the unit's pipes and hoses to ensure they are in good condition and that there are no leaks.
Pipes or hoses must be replaced by a specialist technician. Please contact your nearest agent.
3. Tighten any loose bolts.
The cylinder head bolts must be retightened by a specialist technician. Please contact your nearest agent.
4.3 Checking the engine oil level and topping up
1. If the unit has been used, leave to cool for at least 30 minutes
2. Remove the oil dipstick/filler plug (A1-B2) by unscrewing it, and wipe the dipstick.
3. Insert the oil dipstick/filler plug in the filler neck (B3) without tightening it, then take it out again.
4. Visually check the level: it must be between the upper limit (B4) and lower limit (B5) on the dipstick.
If the oil level is too low: open the oil filler cap, use a funnel to top up the tank (using oil that complies with the specifications in the
manual), then screw the oil filler plug back in.
If the oil level is too high: drain some of the oil into a suitable container.
5. Check the level again before screwing the oil dipstick/filler plug back in fully.
6. Check that there are no oil leaks, and wipe away any traces of oil with a clean cloth.
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A1-B2 Operating indicator
B3 Electrical sockets
B4 Oil drain screw
B5 Fuel filter
A2 Fuel filter mounting clips
A3 Side panels
A4 Sediment bowl
A5 Sediment bowl cover
A6 Seal
A7 Air filter
A8 Air filter cover
RISK OF POISONING - CARBON MONOXIDE
DANGER OF DEATH
Carbon monoxide is invisible, odorless and non-irritating and can cause death in less than an hour.
Always use the unit in a well ventilated area where the gases cannot accumulate.
In the event of headache, nausea or vomiting: stop the unit immediately, ventilate and evacuate the
area and call for help.
Section 3. Getting started with the generating set
A9 Foam element
A10 Spark arrester
A11-B1 Spark arrester mounting bolt
A12-C6 Exhaust silencer cover
C7 Fuel drain screw
A13 Spark plug
A14-C3 Spark plug cap
C1 Circuit breakers
C2 Earth connection
A15
D2
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Section 4. Using the generator set
D3
A16-E2
E1
E3
C5
A17-F2
F1
A18
A19
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