Kohler Generator Sets Technical Information Series (es799)

These Kohler Generator Sets usually sit in plant rooms, rooftops, or outdoor enclosures, kicking in when the main power fails or when you need steady power for critical loads. This technical information series helps you understand how the engine and generator are laid out, how the systems interact, and what you’re looking at before you start turning wrenches. If, for example, the unit won’t carry load after a recent overhaul, this is the kind of document I’d grab first to trace the issue logically instead of guessing.

Applications & Use Cases

Confirm basic configuration before ordering parts, so you match the right components to the exact generator setup.
Review system overviews to see how fuel, cooling, lubrication, and electrical systems tie together before deeper troubleshooting.
Trace a fault path when diagnosing no-start, derate, or shutdown complaints, using the document as a reference map.
Verify assembly relationships while rebuilding or replacing major components, helping you align and route parts correctly.
Cross-check adjustments and settings against factory guidance after repairs or inspections.

FAQ

Q: Is this manual practical to use on a jobsite?

A: Yes, many techs print key pages or keep a PDF on a tablet so they can zoom diagrams and protect the original copy.

Q: Can I quickly find the section I need while troubleshooting?

A: You can search the digital version by keyword, which speeds up locating the right system or component information.

Safety Note

Always lock out power sources and follow Kohler’s safety instructions before inspecting or servicing the generator set.

📘 Show Index

Kohler Generator Sets Index:

Description TI Series Manual
Part Number Part Number
Engine Section
Principles of Operation and Assembly ……………………………………………………………… TI Series EN-1 ENS-512
Magneto Ignition Systems …………………………………………………………………………….. TI Series EN-2 ENS-547
Gaseous Fuel Systems ………………………………………………………………………………… TI Series EN-3 ENS-552
Battery Ignition and Electrical Systems…………………………………………………………….. TI Series EN-4 ENS-563
Installation Section
Stationary Duty – Generator Sets, Vol. 1………………………………………………………. TI Series IN-1 V1 *ES-420
*Not available; order TP-5700
Stationary Duty – Generator Sets, Vol. 2………………………………………………………. TI Series IN-1 V2 ES-670
Electrical Section
Basic Electricity ……………………………………………………………………………………………TI Series EL-1 ES-534
Wiring Systems ……………………………………………………………………………………………TI Series EL-2 ES-535
Control of Electricity………………………………………………………………………………………TI Series EL-3 ES-536
Measuring Electricity……………………………………………………………………………………..TI Series EL-4 ES-537
Magnetism ………………………………………………………………………………………………….TI Series EL-5 ES-538
Voltage Regulation………………………………………………………………………………………..TI Series EL-6 ES-549
Motor Starting………………………………………………………………………………………………TI Series EL-7 ES-541
Controllers…………………………………………………………………………………………………..TI Series EL-8 ES-912
Parallel Operation…………………………………………………………………………………………TI Series EL-9 ES-914
Generator Section
Rotating Armature – Direct Current ………………………………………………………………….TI Series GE-1 ES-489
Rotating Armature – Alternating Current ……………………………………………………………TI Series GE-2 ES-490
Revolving Field – Alternating Current ……………………………………………………………….TI Series GE-3 ES-491
Frequency, Voltage Regulation, Temperature Rise, Exciter Cranking,
Wiring Diagram Representation, Field Data, Trouble Analysis………………………………..TI Series GE-4 ES-492
Static Voltage Regulators (10-30 kW Revolving Field, Rotating Exciter)……………………TI Series GE-5 ES-940
Static Exciter Generators (15-250 kW) …………………………………………………………………………….. — ES-569

Principles of Operation and Assembly ……………………….. TI Series EN-l
Magneto Ignition Systems ………………………………. TI Series EN-2
Gaseous Fuel Systems ………………………………… TI Series EN-3
Battery Ignition and Electrical Systems ……………………….. TI Series EN-4
INSTALLATION
Stationary Duty – Generator Sets Vol. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . TI Series IN-1
ELECTRICAL
BasicElectricity ……………………………………. TI Series EL-l
wiriIlgsystems ……………………………………. TI Series EL-2
Control of Electricity …………………………………. TI Series EL-3
Measuring Electricity …………………………………. TX Series EL-4
Magnetism ………………………………………. TI Series EL-5
VoltageRegulation ………………………………….. ‘II Series EL6
Motor Starting …………………………………….. TI Series EL-7
Controllers ………………………………………. TI-Series EL-8
Parallel Operation …………………………………… T&Series EL-9
GENERATOR
Rotating&mature-DirectCurrent …………………………. TISeriesGE-1
Rotating&mature-AltematiugCurrect ………………………. TISeriesGE-2
Revolving Field – Alternating Current ……………………….. TI Series GE-3
Frequency, Voltage Regulation, Temperature Rise,
Exciter Cranking, Wiring Diagram Representation,
Field Data, Trouble Analysis …………………………….. TX-Series GE-4
Static Voltage Regulators ………………………………. ‘II Series GE-5
Static Exciter Generators …………………………………… ES-569