Safety Precautions severe will minor These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others. WARNING WARNING WARNING Explosive Fuel can cause fires and Hot liquid can cause severe burns. Hot Parts can cause severe burns.
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Safety Precautions (Cont.) WARNING WARNING WARNING Explosive Gas can cause fires and Accidental Starts can cause severe Carbon Monoxide can cause severe acid burns. injury or death. severe nausea, fainting or death. Disabling engine. Accidental Engine exhaust gases contain Batteries produce explosive starting can cause severe injury poisonous carbon monoxide.
® Oil Recommendations Fuel Recommendations Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or flames. Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or sparks from ignition.
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Coolant Recommendations Engine Identification Numbers Model Designation...
Operating Instructions Also read the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Pre-Start Checklist Starting Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can cause death if inhaled. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and never run the engine in a closed building or confined area.
Battery High Temperature Sensor Operating Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off. Never operate the engine with heat shields or guards removed.
1) Disconnect the spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (-) battery cable from battery. Maintenance Schedule Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions. Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform these services. Check Oil Level...
Ignition System Check Spark Plugs ® Battery Charging Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas while being charged. To prevent a fire or explosion, charge batteries only in well ventilated areas. Keep sparks, open flames, and other sources of ignition away from the battery at all times.
Radiator Oil Level Overloaded Cleaner Spark Plug Will Not Start Hard Starting Stops Suddenly Lacks Power Operates Erratically Knocks or Pings Skips or Misfires Backfires Overheats High Fuel Consumption Storage Parts Ordering Always insist on genuine Kohler parts. Major Repair...
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KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COVERAGE OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES COVERAGE Continued on next page.
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LIMITATIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS warranty repairs must be performed by a Kohler authorized service center...