Oil Recommendations; Fuel Recommendations; Oil Type; Gasoline/Alcohol Blends - Kohler Courage SV470 Service Manual

Section 1
Safety and General Information

Oil Recommendations

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the
crankcase is extremely important, as is checking oil
correct oil or using dirty oil causes premature engine
wear and failure.

Oil Type

Use high-quality detergent oil of
the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time
of operation as shown below.
R E C O M M E N D E D S A E V I S C O S I T Y G R A D E S
**
5W-20, 5W-30
°F -20 0 20 32
°C -30 -20 -10
TEMPERATURE RANGE EXPECTED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
* Use of synthetic oil having 5W-20 or 5W-30 rating is acceptable,
up to 4°C (40°F)
** Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below
-23°C (-10°F)
NOTE: Using other than service class SJ or higher
oil or extending oil change intervals longer
than recommended can cause engine
damage.
NOTE: Synthetic oils meeting the listed
performed at the recommended intervals.
However to allow piston rings to properly
seat, a new or rebuilt engine should be
operated for at least 50 hours using standard
petroleum based oil before switching to
synthetic oil.
SAE
10W-30
Figure 1-3. Oil Container Logo.
1.4
. Select
10W-30
*
Kohler 10W-30
40 60 80 100
0 10 20 30 40

Fuel Recommendations

WARNING: Explosive Fuel!
if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks
or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in
contact with hot parts or sparks from ignition. Do not
start the engine near spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a
cleaning agent.
General Recommendations
Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store
in clean, approved containers. A container with a
recommended. Such a container is easier to handle
and helps eliminate spillage during refueling.
season, to minimize gum deposits in your fuel system
and to ensure easy starting.
Do not add oil to the gasoline.
to expand.
Fuel Type
gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or
should be 90 octane minimum.
Unleaded gasoline is recommended, as it leaves less
be used in areas where unleaded is not available
and exhaust emissions are not regulated. Be aware
however, that the cylinder head will require more
frequent service.

Gasoline/Alcohol Blends

gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler
and E85 are not to be used and not approved. Any
failures resulting from use of these fuels will not be
warranted.
Gasoline/Ether Blends
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded
volume) are approved as a fuel for Kohler engines.
Other gasoline/ether blends are not approved.