KOHLER 12 kW Generator

12 kW Generator

12RESV with OnCue Plus Single Phase, LPG|Natural Gas
Starting at $2,914.00 MSRP*
*Starting price in US dollars. Does not include installation, automatic transfer switch or accessories or costs to export outside the US.

 

FEATURES

OVERVIEW

Our generators for backup power provide reliability and performance. When you lose power during an outage or storm, a hard-working 12 kW KOHLER® generator keeps your appliances working, the heat or AC running and your security system on.* OnCue® Plus Generator Management System is standard with every RESV or RESVL generator.

  • High Quality Power.
    Kohler generators provide advanced voltage and frequency regulation along with ultra-low levels of harmonic distortion for excellent generator power quality to protect your valuable electronics.
  • Powerful.
    The Kohler 12 kW generator can easily start and run a 5 ton air conditioner with up to 5 kW preload.*
  • Reliable.
    Kohler is known for extraordinary reliability and performance and backs that up with a 5-year or 2000 hour limited warranty.
  • Enclosure
    Bold new Kohler design in steel, dipped in e-coat for extra corrosion protection and painted with a durable powder coat finish.
  • Remote Monitoring
    Every 12RESV comes standard with OnCue® Plus, our remote monitoring system, which gives you peace of mind at home no matter where you are in the world.

THE POWER YOU NEED

PowerBoost™ technology provides power to start large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping power to other appliances

Extraordinary peak motor-starting capacity: 12RESV at 16.8kVA at 240V

Premium power quality delivers exceptional digital voltage and frequency regulation along with low levels of harmonic distortion to protect sophisticated electronics

Powered by reliable KOHLER Series 7000 V-twin engine with efficient OHV design. operation speed is 3600 rpm (the standard for air-cooled generators)

Compatible with Programmable Interface Module (PIM) and RXT, RDT and RSB Automatic Transfer Switches

Also compatible with Load Control Module (LCM) or Load Shed kit with single-phase generators only

THE CONVENIENCES YOU EXPECT

RDC2 controller designed for today’s sophisticated electronics manages both the generator set and Model RXT transfer switch functions

Accepts natural gas fuel pressure as low as 3.5 inches

Quiet, neighborhood-friendly operation with sound levels similar to a typical central air conditioner

Meets 181 mph wind rating

Runs on either natural gas or liquid propane (LPG) with simple switching between natural gas and LPG in the field

Streamlined installation, simple terminal block for easy field connections. Kohler also offers concrete mounting pads to lower installation costs and time.

Streamlined installation, simple terminal block for easy field connections. Kohler also offers concrete mounting pads to lower installation costs and time.

*Based on generator and load size.

SPECS

 

Rated kW LP 12 kW
Rated kW NG 11 kW
Amps LP 50.3 amps
Amps NG 45.8 amps
Peak Motor Starting kVA @240 V 20.3 kVa
Alternator Note All information shown is for 1 Phase 60 Hz generator with the largest alternator option available.
Displacement 725 cm3 (44 cu. in.)
Horsepower NG 18 HP, LP 21 HP
Enclosure Material Steel
Sound Output During Weekly Exercise 67 dB(A)
Sound Output During Full-speed Operation 71 dB(A)
Response Time 10 seconds
Warranty Premium five-year limited warranty
Country of Origin US
Certifications/Listings EPA|CSA|UL 2200|cUL
Automatic Transfer Switch Included No
Remote Monitoring Available Included
Off Grid / Utility Backup Utility Backup
Weight 433 lbs.
Alternator Type 2-Pole, Rotating Field
Fuel Consumption on NG at 50% load? 128 cfh
Fuel Consumption on LP at 50% load? 57 cfh
Controller DC2 Digital Controller
Cylinder Arrangement Single Cylinder
Dimensions 777mm x 712mm x 824mm (30.6 in. x 28 in. x 32.4 in.)
Engine Manufacturer/Description KOHLER
Engine Model KT725
Engine/Alternator RPM 3600
Fuel Type LPG|Natural Gas
Frequency 60 Hz
Phase Single Phase
Voltage @ 60 Hz 120/240
Digital Voltage Regulation ±1.0%

 

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