Electronic Ignition System Tests; Carbon Fouled; Overheated - Kohler KS530 Service Manual

Carbon Fouled

Soft, sooty, black deposits indicate incomplete
combustion caused by a restricted air cleaner, over rich
carburetion, weak ignition, or poor compression.

Electronic Ignition System Tests

NOTE: Ignition tester must be used to test ignition on these engines. Use of any other tester can result in inaccurate
fi ndings. Battery on unit must be fully charged and properly connected before performing tests (a battery that
is hooked up or charged backward will crank engine but it won't have spark). Be certain drive is in neutral and
all external loads are disconnected.
Test Ignition Systems
NOTE: If engine starts or runs during testing, you may need to ground kill lead to shut it down. Because you have
interrupted kill circuit, it may not stop using switch.
Isolate and verify trouble is within engine.
1. Locate connectors where wiring harnesses from engine and equipment are joined. Separate connectors and
remove white kill lead from engine connector. Rejoin connectors and position or insulate kill lead terminal so it
cannot touch ground. Try to start engine to verify whether reported problem is still present.
Condition
Problem goes away.
Problem persists.
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Overheated

Chalky, white deposits indicate very high combustion
temperatures. This condition is usually accompanied
by excessive gap erosion. Lean carburetor settings,
an intake air leak, or incorrect spark timing are normal
causes for high combustion temperatures.
Possible Cause
Electrical System
Ignition or Electrical System
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Conclusion
Check key switch, wires,
connections, safety interlocks, etc.
Leave kill lead isolated until all
testing is completed.
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