[RE-wrenches] Kohler 8.5 RES

[jay peltz]

HI All,

I just checked with my genny guy.

He says that the new 8.5 are configureable for full power 120v and he  
has done this.

thought you all should know,

jay
peltz power


On Jul 6, 2009, at 9:16 AM, Drake Chamberlin wrote:

> Thanks to all who have helped with this.  The moving target of  
> generator function makes things a bit more complicated than we would  
> wish, at times.
>
> Are there any dependable generators in the 8.5 KW range, capable of  
> reliable auto start, that can run off propane, and can be wired for  
> full output at 120 VAC, that are still available?
>
> Drake
>
>
>
> At 02:12 PM 7/3/2009, you wrote:
>> I was surprised to learn that the 8.5 Kohler no longer can be re- 
>> wired for 100% out at 120 VAC.  This was one of its best features  
>> but like most product designs today, nobody checks to see what the  
>> customers want.
>>
>> Unless this has also recently changed, the units with all the new  
>> micro-processor crap has a program setpoint that will kill off most  
>> of the functions that drain down the starter battery when off- 
>> grid.   As I remember, all the critical alarm functions still work,  
>> but you can shut down a large part of the new bells and whistles  
>> they added that just wastes battery charge.    Check the manual.
>>
>> Jeff Yago
>> DTI Solar
>>
>>
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