Main Fuel Jet Removal; Fuel Inlet Seat Removal; Choke Shaft Removal (Self-Relieving) - Kohler CV11-16 Service Manual

Tool No. KO1018
Do Not Allow
Tip to Strike
Carburetor Body
Figure 5-7. Removing Welch Plug.

Main Fuel Jet Removal

The main jet on Walbro carburetors is pressed into the
side of the tower portion of the body. Removal is not
recommended, unless a high-altitude kit is being
installed, in which case the removal instructions will be
included in the kit.
The main jet on Nikki carburetors is threaded into the
tip of the fuel shut-off solenoid. It can be removed for
inspection or cleaning.

Fuel Inlet Seat Removal

The fuel inlet seat is pressed into the carburetor body,
do not attempt to remove it. If necessary, clean it in
place with aerosol carburetor cleaner.
Choke Shaft Removal (Non-Self-Relieving)
1. Because the edges of the choke plate are
beveled, mark the choke plate and carburetor
body to ensure correct reassembly. See Figure
5-8.
Also take note of the choke plate position in bore,
and the position of the choke lever and choke
return spring.
Pry Out Plug
Pierce Plug with Tip
Welch Plug
Fuel System and Governor
Choke Plate
Figure 5-8. Marking Choke Plate and
Carburetor Body.
2. Some carburetors have the choke plate inserted
into a slot in the choke shaft. Grasp the choke
plate with a pliers and pull it out of the slot. See
Figure 5-9. Other carburetors will have the choke
plate fastened to the shaft with screws. Carefully
remove the screws and separate the plate from
the shaft. Use a fine-toothed file to remove any
burrs from the shaft.
Figure 5-9. Removing Choke Plate.
3. Remove the choke shaft and choke return spring.

Choke Shaft Removal (Self-Relieving)

The self-relieving choke, used on some carburetors is
shown in cutaway Figure 5-10. Use the following
procedure to replace the self-relieving choke
components using Choke Repair Kit No. 12 757 11-S.
Section 5
Carburetor Body
Choke Plate
5.7
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