A durable Mitsubishi 4 cylinder inline water-cooled engine powers the KOHLER 16 kVA Silent Diesel Generator. Fitted with a Leroy Somer/Meccalte 1,500 rpm -4 Pole alternator they are perfectly suited for prime power and standby applications. The KOHLER sound enclosure is acoustically sound treated for silent operation and is also weather proof for outdoor installation. The KOHLER 16 kVA is suitable for prime power and standby applications.

1. Model: KM16U/KM16
200-
-480 V Diesel
Standard Features
D Kohler Co. provides one-source responsibility for the
generating system and accessories.
Ratings Range D The generator set and its components are
KM16U KM16 prototype-tested, factory-built, and production-tested.
60 Hz 50 Hz
D A one-year limited warranty covers all systems and
Standby: kW 12.8--16 10.8--12.8
kVA 16--20 13.5--16 components.
Prime: kW 11.6--14.5 9.8--12.3 D Mitsubishi engine with 12-volt battery charging
kVA 14.5--18.2 11.6--14.5 alternator.
D Single-bearing alternator with insulation class H.
D Unit-mounted radiator with 50_C (122_F) ambient air
capability.
D Skid and vibration isolators.
D Subbase fuel tank, 50 L (13 gal.).
D Dry type air filter.
D Main line circuit breaker.
D Microprocessor controller.
D Battery, battery rack, and cables.
D Industrial 9 dB(A) reduction exhaust silencer (loose).
D Operation and installation literature.
Generator Set Ratings
Standby Rating Prime Rating
Alternator Voltage Ph Hz kW/kVA Amps kW/kVA Amps
120/208 3 60 13.6/17 47 12.4/15.5 43
127/220 3 60 16/20 53 14.5/18.2 48
115/230 3 60 12.8/16 40 11.6/14.5 36
120/240 3 60 13.6/17 41 12.4/15.5 37
254/440 3 60 16/20 26 14.5/18.2 24
277/480 3 60 16/20 24 14.5/18.2 22
LSA422S4 115/200 3 50 12.8/16 46 11.6/14.5 42
or
ECO3-3LN 110/220 3 50 12.8/16 42 11.6/14.5 38
127/220 3 50 10.8/13.5 35 9.8/12.3 32
115/230 3 50 12.8/16 40 11.6/14.5 36
120/240 3 50 12.8/16 39 11.6/14.5 35
220/380 3 50 12.8/16 24 11.6/14.5 22
230/400 3 50 12.8/16 23 11.6/14.5 21
With Available Enclosure Accessory
240/415 3 50 12.8/16 22 11.6/14.5 20
RATINGS: All three-phase units are rated at 0.8 power factor. See TIB-109 for generator set derate tables.
Obtain the technical information bulletin (TIB-101) on ratings guidelines for the complete ratings definitions.
PRP: Prime power is available for an unlimited number of annual operating hours in variable load applications in accordance with ISO-8528/1.
A 10% overload capability is available for a period of 1 hour within a 12-hour period of operating in accordance with ISO-3046/1.
ESP: The emergency standby power rating is applicable for supplying emergency power in variable load applications in accordance with ISO-8528/1. Overload is not allowed.
The generator set manufacturer reserves the right to change the design or specifications without notice and without any obligation or liability whatsoever.
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2. Alternator Specifications
D NEMA-MG21, UTE NF C51.111, VDE 0530, BS 4999,
Specifications ECO3-3LN 60 Hz 50 Hz
CSA standards compliance for temperature rise and motor
starting. Ratings voltage 480 V 400 V
D Sustained short-circuit current greater than 300% of the rated Standby rating @ 27_C, kVA 19.8 16.5
current for up to 10 seconds. Prime rating @ 40_C, kVA 18.0 15.0
D Self-ventilated and dripproof construction. Efficiency @ full load, % 86.7 86.2
D Vacuum-impregnated windings with fungus-resistant epoxy Air flow, m3/min. (cfm) 3.5 (124) 3 (106)
varnish for dependability and long life.
Direct axis subtransient reactance (X”d), % 9.8
D Superior voltage waveform from a two-thirds pitch stator and
skewed rotor. Specifications LSA422S4/ECO3-3LN Alternator
Manufacturer Leroy Somer/Mecc Alte
Specifications LSA422S4 60 Hz 50 Hz
Type 4-Pole, Rotating-Field
Ratings voltage 480 V 400 V
Exciter type Shunt/Brushless
Standby rating @ 27_C, kVA 26.4 21.0
Leads: quantity, type 12, Reconnectable
Prime rating @ 40_C, kVA 22.0 17.5
Voltage regulator Solid State
Efficiency @ full load, % 88.2 87.6
Insulation: NEMA MG1
Air flow, m3/min. (cfm) 10.8 (381) 9.0 (318)
Material Class H
Direct axis subtransient reactance (X”d), % 5.3 5.0
Bearing: quantity, type 1, Sealed
Coupling Direct
Voltage regulation, no-load to full-load ±1%
Application Data
Engine Engine Electrical
Engine Specifications 60 Hz 50 Hz Engine Electrical System 60 Hz 50 Hz
Manufacturer Mitsubishi Battery charging alternator:
Engine model S4L2.SD Ground (negative/positive) Negative
Engine type 4-Cycle, Volts (DC) 12
Naturally Aspirated
Starter motor rated voltage (DC) 12
Cylinder arrangement 4 Inline
Battery, recommended cold cranking
Displacement, L (cu. in.) 1.75 (107) amps (CCA):
Bore and stroke, mm (in.) 78 x 92 (3.1 x 3.6) Quantity, CCA rating each One, 680
Compression ratio 22.1:1 Battery voltage (DC) 12
Piston speed, m/min. (ft./min.) 331 (1086) 276 (906)
Fuel
Rated rpm 1800 1500
Fuel System 60 Hz 50 Hz
Max. power at rated rpm, kWm (BHP) 19.6 (26) 16.6 (22)
Max. fuel flow, Lph (gph) 18 (4.8)
Governor type Mechanical
Fuel prime pump Electric
Frequency regulation, no-load to full-load ISO 5%
Recommended fuel #2 Diesel
Frequency regulation, steady state ±2.5%
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal.) 50 (13.2)
Air cleaner type, all models Dry
Lubrication
Exhaust
Lubricating System 60 Hz 50 Hz
Exhaust System 60 Hz 50 Hz
Type Full Pressure
Exhaust manifold type Dry
Oil pan capacity, L (qt.) 5.4 (5.6)
Exhaust flow at rated kW, m3/min. (cfm) 3.5 (124) 2.9 (103)
Oil pan capacity with filter, L (qt.) 5.9 (6.4)
Exhaust temperature at rated kW, dry
exhaust, _C (_F) 430 (806) 410 (770)
Maximum allowable back pressure,
kPa (in. Hg) 7.0 (2.1)
Exhaust outlet size at engine hookup,
mm (in.) 60.5 (2.38)
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3. Application Data Controllers
Cooling
Radiator System 60 Hz 50 Hz
Ambient temperature, _C (_F) 50 (122)
Radiator system capacity, including
engine, L (gal.) 4.9 (1.3)
Heat rejected to cooling water at rated
kW, dry exhaust, kW (Btu/min.) 17 (967) 14 (796)
Decision-Makert 1000
Water pump type Centrifugal
Automation
Fan, kWm (HP) 0.9 (1.2) 0.5 (0.7) D Test LEDs
Max. restriction of cooling air, intake and D Voltage and speed stabilization
discharge side of radiator, kPa (in. H2O) 0.1 (0.4) Engine Parameters
D Engine speed indication (with LCD message)
Operation Requirements D Battery voltage indication (with LCD message)
D Elapsed hour meter (with LCD message)
Air Requirements 60 Hz 50 Hz D Fuel solenoid control
Radiator-cooled cooling air, D Starter control
m3/min. (scfm) * 54 (1907) 48 (1695) Measurements
Combustion air, m3/min. (cfm) 1.3 (46) 1.1 (39) D Frequency, Hz (with LCD message)
Operation and/or Safety Lights
* Air density = 1.20 kg/m3 (0.075 lbm/ft3)
D Oil pressure fault
D Water temperature fault
D Fail to start fault
Fuel Consumption 60 Hz 50 Hz D Overspeed fault (>60 kVA)
D Set ready for load
Diesel, Lph (gph) at % load Standby Rating
D Charging alternator fault
110% (of the standby rating) — — D General alarm
D General fault
Diesel, Lph (gph) at % load Prime Rating D Panel lamp
D Emergency stop fault
100% (of the prime rating) 5.3 (1.4) 4.4 (1.2)
Safety Devices
75% (of the prime rating) 4.2 (1.1) 3.4 (0.9) D Overspeed fault
D Automatic standby
50% (of the prime rating) 3.3 (0.9) 2.6 (0.7)
Miscellaneous
D Fault reset
D Three-phase with or without neutral, two-phase, or single-phase use
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4. KOHLER CO., Kohler, Wisconsin 53044 USA Kohler Power Systems, EMEA Headquarters Kohler Power Systems
Phone 920-565-3381, Fax 920-459-1646 ZI Senia 122 Asia Pacific Headquarters
For the nearest sales and service outlet in the 12, rue des Hauts Flouviers 7 Jurong Pier Road
US and Canada, phone 1-800-544-2444 94517 Thiais Cedex, France Singapore 619159
KohlerPower.com Phone (33) 1 41 735500, Fax (33) 1 41 735501 Phone (65) 6264-6422, Fax (65) 6264-6455
Available Accessories
Enclosed Unit Electrical System
- Sound Enclosure M126, 60 Hz, 64 dB(A) @ 7 m (23 ft.), Standby - Battery Charger, Equalize/Float Type
(with enclosed critical silencer) - Battery Isolator Switch
- Sound Enclosure M126, 50 Hz, 60.7 dB(A) @ 7 m (23 ft.),
Standby (with enclosed critical silencer) Engine and Alternator
- Air Cleaner, Heavy-Duty (with air restriction indicator)
Open Unit
- Lube Oil Drain Pump
- Exhaust Silencer, Critical 40 dB(A) Reduction
- Exhaust Silencer, Residential 29 dB(A) Reduction Miscellaneous Accessories
- Extension, 40 cm (16 in.) - _______________________________________________
- Flexible Exhaust Connector - _______________________________________________
- Protection Mesh - _______________________________________________
- _______________________________________________
Cooling System
- _______________________________________________
- Block Heater
[recommended for ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F)] - _______________________________________________
- Radiator Core Guard
Controller Dimensions and Weights
Automation
Open Model
- External Starting Order
- Plug Preheating
- Remote Start Capability
H
- Utility Sensing, 3-Phase
Engine Parameters
- Plug Preheating Control
W L
- Water Preheating Control
Overall Size, L x W x H, mm (in.): 1405 x 715 x 1053 (55 x 28 x 41.5)
Measurements Weight, wet, kg (lb.): 460 (1014)
- Analog Indicator
- Line Voltages, Volts
With Available Enclosure Accessory
- Phase Currents, Amps
- Single Voltages, Volts
Safety Devices
- Overload or Short-Circuit Fault H
- Differential Triggering Fault
Miscellaneous
- Alarm Horn W L
Overall Size, L x W x H, mm (in.): 1750 x 715 x 1230 (69 x 28 x 48)
- Battery Charger, 12 Volt
Weight, wet, kg (lb.): 608 (1340)
- Differential Protection with Time and Sensitivity Adjustment
- External ATS Position NOTE: This drawing is provided for reference only and should not be used for planning
installation. Contact your local distributor for more detailed information.
- Permanent Insulation Controller
Fuel System
DISTRIBUTED BY:
- Automatic Fuel Tank Fill Kit
- Subbase Fuel Tank with Secondary Containment Basin
- Subbase Fuel Tank Leak Alarm
- Water Separator Fuel Filter
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