Kohler controller, Decision-Maker 3500

Product overview

The Kohler Decision-Maker 3500 controller is designed to provide local access to generator data through a graphical display and a pushbutton/rotary selector dial. The display can show critical values at a glance and supports power metering on-screen.

Key features (grouped for clarity)

Display & Local Access

• Graphical display with pushbutton/rotary selector dial for easy local data access

• Scrolling display to view critical data at a glance

• Measurements selectable in metric or English units

Communications

• Supports Modbus® protocol

• Works with serial bus (RS-485) or Ethernet networks

Power & Protection

• Graphical display of power metering: kW, kVA, V, I, PF, VAR

• Integrated hybrid voltage regulator providing ±0.5% regulation

• Built-in alternator thermal overload protection

What you can monitor (metering on screen)

The controller’s graphical display includes power metering values such as:

• kW / kVA

• Voltage (V) and Current (I)

• Power factor (PF) and VAR

Use the scrolling display to bring key readings into view quickly.

Communications & integration (Modbus®, RS-485, Ethernet)

This controller supports Modbus® communication and can operate through:

• RS-485 (serial bus)

• Ethernet networks

For integration planning, confirm your required network type (RS-485 vs Ethernet) and how Modbus® is implemented in your system.

Emergency Stop (E-Stop)

This product is listed as “with E-Stop.” Because implementation details depend on the specific system setup, confirm the exact wiring/operation requirements in the manufacturer documentation linked on the page.

Compatibility checklist (reduce mismatches)

Before ordering, verify the following against your existing setup and documentation:

• Your system uses a Decision-Maker 3500 controller configuration

• You need Modbus® communication via RS-485 or Ethernet

• Your monitoring needs match the on-screen metering values (kW, kVA, V, I, PF, VAR)

• The E-Stop requirement applies to your application and installation plan

(This is a verification checklist only—no compatibility is implied beyond what you confirm.)

Documentation

For more information:

Decision-Maker 3500 Controller Service