If I have to replace regulator does it have to come from a Kohler dealer? If not, any suggestions where I would buy a new one?

Do you have any numbers on the regulator? If it is a Beam regulator, they can be gotten fairly inexpensively on the "net".

Does it look like this?



This is a place you might be able to get some info from.

regulators

I haven't gotten over to the small engine shop but will try to do it tomorrow.

Went to the small engine shop today.

They have all the manuals but without the series number or serial number he could only guess what exact part(s) you have/need.

He says there is no filter per se. There is a high pressure reduction unit and a demand regulator. The carburetor is not a carburetor, it is just a butterfly valve and propane port. (it is called a carburetor in the manual but looking at one it has nothing resembling a carburetor.)

Numbers for the units.

High pressure reduction unit 278889
Demand regulator A227531

their feelings there is that the diaphragm in the demand regulator is shot or contaminated with oil. One other possibility is some critter has built a plug in the opening of the regulator to the outside air. I explained that the unit would run under full power for about 15 minutes but he said it is still possible to have a plugged opening causing the problem.

I didn't check your previous writings, did the regulator frost over?

If you could get me the serial numbers or generators series number, I could confirm the part numbers that my be in question.

Didn't notice the regulator frosting over...I will check for the serial number and or series number of the genset tomorrow. Thanks for your help on this...

Kohler Model 7CCKM22 Serial # 336540. Regulator is a Garretson KN. Guess I'll try Ebay and if not, go on the net for a replacement.

OK, I will check my guy tomorrow. In the mean time here are some links to regulator sources for the Garretson regulators.

reg source

Reg source 2

Reg source 3

If you call one of these sources, I am sure they can help you trouble shoot with the symptoms you are observing.

HTH

This is a liquid propane generator. The filter is a pain to change because you need to remove the front mounting plate. 6 large bolts.

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Originally posted by beeoh:
Kohler Model 7CCKM22 Serial # 336540. Regulator is a Garretson KN. Guess I'll try Ebay and if not, go on the net for a replacement.

I have an brand new extra manual. I paid $15 plus shipping for it and I'l sell it for that. Let me know if you want it.

Rick

I got mine from Kohler.

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Originally posted by beeoh:
If I have to replace regulator does it have to come from a Kohler dealer? If not, any suggestions where I would buy a new one?

No,

My regulators on on the generator. I'll send pics tomorrow.

quote:

Originally posted by MWrench:
Do you have any numbers on the regulator? If it is a Beam regulator, they can be gotten fairly inexpensively on the "net".

Does it look like this?



This is a place you might be able to get some info from.

regulators

I haven't gotten over to the small engine shop but will try to do it tomorrow.

I think I solved the filter problem. IMPCO makes a model f-830 LP gas filter. It has about 2000 percent larger filter area than what Kohler offers. I will mount it above the generator and remove the kohler filter.