Kohler 12RES Installation Manual - Page 24

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1.10.2 Carburetor Heater

An optional carburetor heater is recommended for

improved cold starting in locations where the ambient

temperature drops below 0 C (32 F). The carburetor

heater prevents condensation and carburetor icing. The

heater turns on when the temperature at the thermostat

falls below approximately 4 C (40 F) and turns off when

the temperature rises above approximately 16 C

(60 F). See Figure 1-25.

The carburetor heater thermostat is installed in the cord.

Figure 1-26 shows the location of the thermostat on the

power cord. The heater power cord and thermostat are

located in the generator set housing air intake area/

battery compartment. See Figure 1-21.

Note: Do not place the carburetor heater thermostat

inside the generator set engine compartment.

The thermostat must be exposed to the ambient

air.

The heater requires a continuous source of power. Plug

the carburetor heater into an outlet that supplies

continuous 120 VAC power .

1. Power plug

Figure 1-26 Carburetor Heaters

Section 1 Installation

2. Thermostat

1. Carburetor heater (air cleaner removed to show heater)

2. Carburetor heater power cord

Figure 1-25 Carburetor Heater Location

3. Heater

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