Kohler 12RESV-QS8 (12kW)

The Kohler 12RESV is a 12 kW residential standby generator engineered for reliable home backup power. Built around a Kohler Series 7000 V-twin OHV engine, it runs on natural gas or LPG with simple field conversion between fuels. The unit pairs an RDC2 digital controller with Kohler’s OnCue® Plus remote monitoring system, delivering stable, low-distortion power for sensitive electronics. Housed in a steel, e-coat and powder-coated enclosure rated to withstand 181 mph winds, the 12RESV is designed for outdoor installation and backed by a 5-year or 2000-hour limited warranty.

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Kohler 12RESV-QS8 (12kW)

US$ 4,199.00

SKU: 12RESV-QS8

  • RDC2 digital controller manages generator set and transfer switch functions 
  • Kohler Series 7000 V-twin engine with efficient OHV design 
  • Multi-fuel capability: field-convertible between natural gas and LPG 
  • Digital voltage regulation (±1.0% RMS) protects sensitive electronics 
  • OnCue® Plus Generator Management System for remote monitoring, included standard 
  • Powerboost™ technology delivers strong starting power, able to start a 5-ton A/C unit 
  • Steel enclosure with e-coat and powder-coat finish; meets 181 mph wind rating 
  • Quiet, neighborhood-friendly operation 
  • UL 2200 listed (60 Hz model) and EPA 40 CFR 60 compliant 
  • Backed by a 5-year or 2000-hour limited warranty 

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Kohler 12RESV-QS8 (12kW) product details and specifications:

Generator Ratings 

  • Model: 12RESV 
  • Voltage: 120/240 
  • Phase: 1 
  • Frequency: 60 Hz 
  • Alternator: 2F4 
  • Natural Gas Standby Rating: 12 kW/kVA, 50 Amps 
  • LPG Standby Rating: 12 kW/kVA, 50 Amps 

Alternator Specifications 

  • Manufacturer: Kohler 
  • Output reconnectable: 120/240 
  • Type: 2-Pole, Rotating Field 
  • Leads, quantity: 4 
  • Voltage regulator: Digital 
  • Insulation material: Class H 
  • Temperature rise: Class H 
  • Bearing: 1, Sealed Ball 
  • Coupling: Direct 
  • Amortisseur windings: Full 
  • Voltage regulation, no-load to full-load (RMS): ±1.0% 
  • One-step load acceptance: 100% of Rating 
  • Peak motor starting kVA (240V, 2F4, 60Hz): 20.3 

Engine Specifications 

  • Manufacturer: Kohler 
  • Engine model, type: KT725 
  • Cylinder arrangement: V-2 
  • Displacement: 725 cm³ (44 cu. in.) 
  • Bore and stroke: 83 x 67 mm (3.3 x 2.6 in.) 
  • Compression ratio: 9.0:1 
  • Main bearings: 2, Parent Material 
  • Rated RPM (60 Hz): 3600 
  • Max. engine power, LPG (60 Hz): 16 kW (21.4 HP) 
  • Max. engine power, Natural Gas (60 Hz): 13.4 kW (18 HP) 
  • Cylinder head material: Aluminum 
  • Valve material: Steel/Stellite 
  • Piston type and material: Aluminum Alloy 
  • Crankshaft material: Heat Treated, Ductile Iron 
  • Governor type: Electronic 
  • Frequency regulation, no load to full load: Isochronous 
  • Frequency regulation, steady state: 1.0% 
  • Air cleaner type: Dry 

Exhaust System 

  • Exhaust temperature exiting enclosure at rated kW, dry: 106°C (224°F) 

Engine Electrical System 

  • Ignition system: Electronic, Capacitive Discharge 
  • Starter motor rated voltage (DC): 12 
  • Battery ground: Negative 
  • Battery voltage (DC): 12 
  • Battery quantity: 1 
  • Recommended cold cranking amps (CCA) at -18°C (0°F): 500 
  • Group size: 51 

Lubrication System 

  • Type: Full Pressure 
  • Oil capacity (with filter): 1.9 L (2.0 qt.) 
  • Oil filter: 1, Cartridge 

Fuel Requirements 

  • Fuel types: Natural Gas or LPG 
  • Fuel supply inlet: 1/2 NPT 
  • Natural gas supply pressure: 0.87–2.7 kPa (3.5–11 in. H2O) 
  • LP supply pressure: 1.7–2.7 kPa (7–11 in. H2O) 
  • Minimum gas pipe size (8 ft, Natural Gas/LPG): 3/4 in. NPT 

Fuel Consumption (12RESV) 

  • Natural Gas — 100% load: 6.1 m³/hr (216 cfh) 
  • Natural Gas — 75% load: 4.5 m³/hr (160 cfh) 
  • Natural Gas — 50% load: 3.6 m³/hr (128 cfh) 
  • Natural Gas — 25% load: 2.8 m³/hr (99 cfh) 
  • Natural Gas — exercise: 2.1 m³/hr (74 cfh) 
  • LPG — 100% load: 2.9 m³/hr (103 cfh) 
  • LPG — 75% load: 2.2 m³/hr (76 cfh) 
  • LPG — 50% load: 1.6 m³/hr (57 cfh) 
  • LPG — 25% load: 1.2 m³/hr (42 cfh) 
  • LPG — exercise: 0.8 m³/hr (30 cfh) 

Sound Data 

  • 8-point logarithmic average, weekly exercise: 67 dB(A) 
  • 8-point logarithmic average, full-speed diagnostics/normal operation: 71 dB(A) 
  • Lowest point sound level, weekly exercise: 64 dB(A) 
  • Lowest point sound level, full-speed operation: 69 dB(A) 
  • Measured at 7 meters with no load 

Controller 

  • Controller: RDC2 
  • Controller voltage: 240 V 
  • Controller frequency: 60.0 Hz 
  • Two-line, 16-character backlit LCD display 
  • Digital isochronous governor 
  • Digital voltage regulation: ±1.0% RMS no-load to full-load 
  • Built-in 2.5 amp battery charger 
  • Integral Ethernet connector for Kohler OnCue® Plus 
  • Front-access mini USB connector 

Standard Features 

  • Battery cables 
  • Critical silencer 
  • EPA certified fuel system 
  • Field-connection terminal block 
  • Fuel solenoid valve and secondary regulator 
  • Line circuit breaker: 60 amps (12RESV) 
  • Multi-fuel system, LPG/natural gas, field-convertible 
  • Oil drain extension with shutoff valve 
  • OnCue® Plus Generator Management System 
  • RDC2 generator set/ATS controller 
  • Rodent-resistant construction 
  • Sound enclosure with sound-deadening, flame-retardant foam per UL 94, class HF-1 
  • 5-year limited warranty 

Certifications and Standards 

  • Meets U.S. EPA 40 CFR 60 stationary source emission standards (LPG and natural gas) 
  • UL 2200 listed (60 Hz model) 
  • Accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Plumbers and Gas Fitters 
  • Meets 181 mph wind rating 
  • CSA Approval (60 Hz only) 

Dimensions and Weight 

  • Overall size (L x W x H): 30.6 x 28 x 32.4 in. 
  • Shipping weight (12RESV): 433 lb. 

product specifications:

SpecificationValue
Model12RESV
Description12RESV, 1 PH, 240V, UL/cUL
ManufacturerKohler
Engine ModelKT725
Voltage120/240
Phase1
Frequency60 Hz
Alternator2F4
Natural Gas Standby Rating (kW/kVA)12/12
Natural Gas Standby Rating (Amps)50
LPG Standby Rating (kW/kVA)12/12
LPG Standby Rating (Amps)50
Line Circuit Breaker (Amp)60
Cylinder ArrangementV-2
Displacement44 cu. in. (725 cm3)
Bore and Stroke3.3 x 2.6 in. (83 x 67 mm)
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Rated RPM (60 Hz)3600
Max. Engine Power, LPG (60 Hz)21.4 HP (16 kW)
Max. Engine Power, Natural Gas (60 Hz)18 HP (13.4 kW)
Cylinder Head MaterialAluminum
Valve MaterialSteel/Stellite
Piston Type and MaterialAluminum Alloy
Crankshaft MaterialHeat Treated, Ductile Iron
Governor TypeElectronic
Frequency Regulation, Steady State1.0%
Air Cleaner TypeDry
Ignition SystemElectronic, Capacitive Discharge
Starter Motor Rated Voltage (DC)12
Battery Voltage (DC)12
Battery Quantity1
Recommended CCA Rating (0°F)500
Battery Group Size51
Lubrication TypeFull Pressure
Oil Capacity (with filter)2.0 qt.
Oil Filter1, Cartridge
Fuel TypesNatural Gas or LPG
Fuel Supply Inlet1/2 NPT
Natural Gas Supply Pressure3.5-11 in. H2O
LP Supply Pressure7-11 in. H2O
Sound Level, Weekly Exercise (8-pt avg)67 dB(A)
Sound Level, Full-Speed Operation (8-pt avg)71 dB(A)
ControllerRDC2
Controller Voltage240 V
Controller Frequency60.0 Hz
Voltage Regulation (no-load to full-load RMS)±1.0%
Enclosure MaterialSteel
Enclosure FinishE-coat with powder coat finish
Wind Rating181 mph
Emissions ComplianceU.S. EPA 40 CFR 60 stationary source standards
UL ListingUL 2200 listed (60 Hz model)
Warranty5-year or 2000-hour limited warranty
Overall Size, L x W x H (in.)30.6 x 28 x 32.4
Shipping Weight (lbs.)433

 

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Additional Info
Weight433 lbs
Dimensions30 in
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