SAVE MONEY!... GENERATOR MAINTENANCE....STEP by STEP! DIY

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@SpicerDesignsLLC 11 ай бұрын

Check out the Kohler 20KW with transfer switch on Amazon: amzn.to/47YofWn

@rick7616 9 күн бұрын

Appreciate the thoroughness. Well done!

@kbeg132 4 ай бұрын

Very helpful! The company we have just went up to $570 per year to maintain the generator.

@boblynn1881 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing the maintenance process.

@alrincon8443 21 күн бұрын

Good stuff! Thanks

@mariannehiltunen953 Жыл бұрын

Great content. Looks pretty easy. Thanks for sharing

@WVBUCK1 26 күн бұрын

Great video, Thanks!

@Ghostacc956 Жыл бұрын

👍🏽👍🏽 great video, gave me a little insight on kohler generators before I apply for a local generator maintenance technician position. Going to check out a few more of your videos.

@bradonchacon557 26 күн бұрын

thank you so much bro

@KevinAyer 6 ай бұрын

Great video. Missing a nut on the bracket 4:14 of the muffler mount bracket I think

@billcollins1614 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Most informative. I can do this!

@gabrielleobrien6073 Жыл бұрын

Awesome very helpful

@BrianD-ds4dx 8 ай бұрын

Watched the video and read all the comments. Great video. Great answers to the questions. Also in the generator business but down on the Gulf Coast. You have hit every single question answered right on the nose! There used to be a saying the true test of someone’s intelligence is how much they agree with you…..so I think you are a genius! In all seriousness for everyone on here…if you can’t do what is required….don’t try. This is a life safety system tied in to both the gas and electrical on your home. And your home is likely your greatest single asset. If you have the ability to do this, then go for it! If you don’t then contact a professional like the one who put this video up. I do love how you put the service dates in intervals directly onto the gen. Records are so essential to warranty claim. And don’t get me started on how great vacuuming out was! Best gen video ever sir

@SpicerDesignsLLC 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the compliment. I take a lot of pride in my work. That was at my last house that we’ve since sold. Thanks for the input and great points.

@tonyraposo5206 8 ай бұрын

Nice overview, good intel for DIY...

@spraggerm Жыл бұрын

Hey that's a nice hat! You shockingly forgot the key part. Have a cold Keystone while maintenance is happening. Lol Kyle I think you are a bit OCD 😂 You sure keep everything clean and ultra tidy. Thanks for the great informative video. Cheers

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

I am a little OCD. After i watched it i realized i should have had a keystone with all the material. That was just another boring how to video. Ill have some good stuff coming soon.

@Joe-eu3th 8 ай бұрын

Nice video ! Thanks

@josephberkeley 8 ай бұрын

Great video. This is not a boring video. This video rocks.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! I try to make the boring videos as entertaining as I can

@erichilton2364 2 ай бұрын

Great video bud, very helpful.

@yessykacarrero5128 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated

@gillesplouffe8821 3 ай бұрын

Great video

@joshpratt4448 10 ай бұрын

Hey, I know this guy!

@OneEyeCustoms Жыл бұрын

How do we know that wasn’t KY “grease” instead of dielectric grease in that non-OSHA approved container?? I’m pretty sure you don’t want to get those two mixed up. You can tell the difference by taste if you are not sure which on you have.

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Damnit. I knew you would catch that. Works great for anti corrosion.

@shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

My main 150amp panel is in my basement. What is the best place to install the automatic transfer switch? I'm debating on getting a Kohler 20k RCA and not sure where to place ATS inside or outside the home.. Also is OnCue worth it and don't they make a wireless kit so one doesn't need to use a cat 5 ethernet cable? Thanks😊 My gas meter is on opposite side of my house to where the electric meter is.

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

I would put the generator by the gas meter and the transfer switch on the exterior next to your electric meter. You will have to run the generator power source from the switch across the house along with the 4 conductor low voltage cable and the 120v utility circuit. From the gen you will need a cat 5 to your wireless router for on cue. Hope that helps.

@russellmyers934 9 ай бұрын

Also check the tightness of the bolts under the airbox (if loose can allow too much airflow) and the set screw on the throttle control. Vibration can loosen all of these up.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 9 ай бұрын

I have had that happen before with the intake. Motor started surging. Good additional checkpoint. Thanks Russell!.

@2020Tundra Жыл бұрын

Great job on both videos covering your Kohler generator 👍. I noticed that your satellite dish appears to be pointing towards the ground… is there any story behind that anomaly? It’s either not being used or the orbiting satellite crashed in your back yard 🤣

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Hah. Thats actually for my internet. Its just bouncing a signal to a near by tower. Its pretty bad internet but its our only option right now.

@2020Tundra Жыл бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC Interesting… yeah, crappy internet sucks!! For years here in our rural area of central SC, all we could get was slow unreliable AT&T internet. But late last year our local electric coop put in high speed fiber optic service!! Now I’ve got 1 gigabit speed vs 24 mbps from AT&T. Love it 👍

@JavierArellano 2 ай бұрын

This is the complement of your previous video about this subject, many thanks! I do have a question: in your opinion how loud is this compared to one of these small ones portable gasoline generators?

@SpicerDesignsLLC 2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I would say they are definitely quieter than a larger portable generator. Like a 6-10k unit. Not at quiet as some of the inverter style units though. All of these units will have a decibel rating on them too.

@cujo7240 11 ай бұрын

I'm guessing the Kohler generator you have must have hydraulic lifters and does not require valve adjustment, since you didn't mention this, correct?

@SpicerDesignsLLC 11 ай бұрын

I believe it does have hydraulic lifters. I didnt mention all the specifics of the gen set because the video is more about the general setup of the whole house system.

@haidesu572 2 ай бұрын

Looks like a V-twin but you only showed one spark plug replaced. The one in the back is tight but doable.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 2 ай бұрын

@haidesu572 i replaced them both. The one in the back isnt bad.

@hphillips7425 Жыл бұрын

Your videos have been helpful. Will Kholer try to void the warranty if I do the maintenance myself ? Thanks and have a good one from west Tennessee

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

As long as you keep a log and receipts you should be fine. But it doesn’t hurt to contact them to make sure.

@Gabber44906 8 ай бұрын

Kohler won't honor their warranty. They are horrible. Do it yourself

@mnmohnazir Жыл бұрын

Good video Please I am replacing the starter and forget how to replace the wiring can you please help?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Sorry im not much help on that one without looking at it. You should probably refer to Kohler for to guide you through or look up a wiring diagram.

@mnmohnazir Жыл бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC Ok thanks

@stevenandkimmetzger880 Жыл бұрын

Good video. I've got a Generac and do my maintenance too. I might have missed you say it, but did you change the air filter after taking the cover off?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

I change the air filter every other year. They are like new and i hate to waste them.

@shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

What about software updates? Debating on buying one 20kRCA Kohler, anything you'd recommend to ask the sales guy? Good video,, thank you. I've seen videos about having to check the oil every 8 hours during use, is that true? Seems counter productive especially if bad weather or handicapped. A poured concrete pad or 3 or 4 inch pad Kohler sells, which is better?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

The pad Kohler sells is pretty nice. And the gen set bolts right up to it. It is recommended durning heaving use to check the oil every so often. Not sure what climate your in but its always a good idea to ask about the cold weather kits.

@shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

@Spicer Designs Thanks for the reply, I reside in southeast lower MI. It gets cold as hell, lol

@davidfitzgerald8065 10 ай бұрын

The only thing I would add to the replacement of spark plugs is that there are two of them. And, the one in the front is easy enough, BUT, the one in the back of the unit is an absolute bear to get to. Because you have to take off the back housing panel. And that is not an easy feat due to the fact of where the attaching nuts are. I had a hell of a time removing them. All that just to replace that one spark plug in the back. I'd also suggest removing the front housing panel to replace the spark plug in the front as well.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 10 ай бұрын

They can be a pain. Ive done hundreds of services on them. I will say ive never had to take off either panel. I found the perfect size extension which makes it a lot easier. The Generac is like that as well. At least with the rear plug. Good to point out though.

@thangknowa3288 7 ай бұрын

I like to remove all panels to inspect and blow out/clean thoroughly at service time. Great time to check for ant trails, they love electricity.@@SpicerDesignsLLC

@bonsukan Жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting out this video. I’ve been thinking about doing my own maintenance for a couple of years now. On my Kohler 14kw generator, every year the service technician replaces a few other items: bushing throttle linkage, bushing linkage retaining, and one other (the name escapes me). Is this something you have to do annually? Also, how often are you replacing the starter battery? Thanks! Dave

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

We typically dont have to replace all those items. They recommend to replace the battery every 4 years or so.

@phillippiggins5400 Жыл бұрын

Is there a way a homeowner can reset the maintenance light?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Yes. One of the menu options display maintenance. You just hit ok and it will ask you if you want to reset it.

@NotAnotherSmith123 11 ай бұрын

Nice video. I noticed the base is cracked. Did you try to have that addressed by Kohler? I have the same unit, installed in 2011. Had the same crack and replaced the base twice, all cracked and there are cracks that aren’t visible until the generator is disassembled. The crack hasn’t affected the unit as far a I can tell. I have about 500 hours on the generator. Other than the base I had to replace the controller board and fuel regulator. I do my own maintenance too. My next Kohler will be the metal housing.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 11 ай бұрын

The metal housings are pretty nice. The plastic ones fade pretty bad over time. I bought that with the crack. It was nothing significant and they knocked $500 off.

@kenkozlowski7686 3 ай бұрын

Great video and learned a lot to do this myself. I need to replace two parts: GM84044 (engine heat shield cover) and GM100831-S (hinge assembly). The heat shield cover is basically falling apart and mine has that bolt, washer, nut missing that's in the center. What holds that up when you're working on it? Mine just flops down and doesn't stay up. Also, difficult to get this part down here in Southwest Florida and pretty expensive ($236-$282). Is this shield really necessary? With the hinges, both arms popped out of their rivets and I can't get them back in. Kohler has a parts bulletin, PF-156 3/17, that says the replacement part is GM100831-S that replaces part No. GM62980. Again, a lot of confusing info and price differentiation online for these hinges. Anyway, any comments from either you or your subscribers would be appreicated.

@SpicerDesignsLLC 3 ай бұрын

I would say the heat shield is necessary . Being that those units are air cooled, any shield from excess heat is beneficial. The lit just holds its self up. Thats how the linkage is designed on the newer ones.

@tjjewell4115 Жыл бұрын

Just a curious question, why is your Satellite Dish pointing to the ground? Otherwise, great Video.

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Thats a hot topic. Its for my internet. Points at a near by tower

@tjjewell4115 Жыл бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC Cool, just wondering, thanks.

@jimwagner5084 Жыл бұрын

How did you access/change the spark plugs on the back side ?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

Just have to reach over and use a small extension. Its kind of a pain but it can be done. Generacs are the same way.

@jimwagner5084 Жыл бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC Thanks

@davinching1369 6 ай бұрын

Is the front panel removable ?@@SpicerDesignsLLC

@SpicerDesignsLLC 6 ай бұрын

@@davinching1369 they are but its kind of a pain on the polymer enclosures. We started using the aluminum enclosure and those have full access to the front and sides. Pretty nice

@billk8429 Ай бұрын

How’s the mess with the oil filter change? Seems like it would be a holy heck mess with it being upside down. Considering a new Kohler 26RCA and it’s the same way. Thanks.

@SpicerDesignsLLC Ай бұрын

@@billk8429 theres no mess. You would think it would go everywhere but it doesn’t . Just have to unscrew it and it will drain back into the motor.

@billk8429 Ай бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC thank you very much!

@MEGASNEAK Жыл бұрын

Wouldn’t it be easier to remove the front panel as well? Specially for the spark plug change and the oil drain valve ?

@SpicerDesignsLLC Жыл бұрын

No the drain valve is just a quarter turn valve. The hose comes out the intake side by the battery. The plug is super easy to change with the front cover on. The front cover is a pain to get off. The aluminum models have a nice quick release front cover. Makes it nice for cleaning and access.

@javierbravo5139 11 ай бұрын

Where did you get your maintenance kit? Or did you piece it together?

@SpicerDesignsLLC 11 ай бұрын

You can order them online. I just pieced mine together. Air filter really isn’t necessary every year. So you can save quite a bit by buying everything separately.

@truebengalsfan 7 ай бұрын

You don't have a tech do this maintenance for warranty purposes?

@SpicerDesignsLLC 7 ай бұрын

I am the tech. Im an electrician and the company i worked for was a preferred installer for the Kohler. I know longer work for them or own that house anymore. Moved away.

@truebengalsfan 7 ай бұрын

@@SpicerDesignsLLC I meant for people watching the video .

@SpicerDesignsLLC 7 ай бұрын

Got it. I believe as long as you keep receipts and log service intervals, it wont affect the warranty. I would always suggest confirming that with the manufacturer though.