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Kohler COMMAND 6 HP Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 WNER ANUAL OMMAND 6 HP ORIZONTAL RANKSHAFT...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions To insure safe operations please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also refer to your equipment owner's manual for other important safety information. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully. WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
  • Page 3 • Dependable, maintenance free electronic ignition ensures fast, easy starts time after time. • Kohler engines are easy to service. All routine service areas (like the oil fill/check plug, air cleaner, spark plug, and carburetor) are easily and quickly accessible.

  • Page 4: Oil Recommendations

    Muffler Shield 3 U.S. Quart Fuel Tank Cap Exhaust Pipe Capacity Fuel Tank Start-Stop Switch (Optional) Cooling Air Outlet Oil Sentry Light Fuel Shut-Off Spark Plug Valve Control Panel Valve Cover Throttle Lever Choke Lever Cooling Air Intake Carburetor Air Cleaner Cover Retractable Starter Oil Sentry Switch...

  • Page 5: Fuel Recommendations

    Gasoline/Alcohol blends Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WI USA gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler engines. Other gasoline/alcohol blends are not approved. If your engine has this identification label, it is certified to meet EPA/CARB standards.

  • Page 6: Cold Weather Starting Hints

    Pull the handle straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from the starter rope guide. Extend the starting rope periodically and check its condition. If the rope is frayed, have it replaced immediately by your Kohler Engine Service Dealer. Figure 5. Control Panel.
  • Page 7 (refer to "Battery"). regarding the angle of operation. See your Kohler Engine Service Dealer for trouble analysis. NOTE: Do not operate this engine continuously at angles exceeding 20° in any direction. Engine...

  • Page 8: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohler service outlet. WARNING: Accidental Starts! Disabling engine.
  • Page 9 Change the oil as follows (see Figures 7 and 8): Filler Neck 1. To keep dirt, debris, etc., out of the engine, clean the area around the oil fill cap/dipstick before removing it. Bring Level Up To Point Of 2. Remove the oil drain plug and oil fill/check plug. Overflow Be sure to allow ample time for complete drainage.
  • Page 10 4. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged element with a genuine Kohler element. Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged.
  • Page 11 In the event starting problems should occur which are not corrected by replacing the spark plug, see your WARNING: Explosive Gas! Kohler Engine Service Dealer for trouble analysis. Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas while being charged. To prevent a fire or explosion, charge Check Spark Plug batteries only in well ventilated areas.

  • Page 12: Carburetor Troubleshooting And Adjustments

    Carburetor Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If engine troubles are experienced that appear to be fuel and Adjustments system related, check the following areas before NOTE: Carburetor adjustments should be made only adjusting the carburetor. after the engine has warmed up. • Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean, fresh This engine is equipped with a fixed main jet carburetor.
  • Page 13 For example, a starting problem could be caused by an empty fuel tank. Some common causes of engine troubles are listed in the following table. Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special timing or adjustment procedures. Have your Kohler Engine Service Dealer do this work. Possible Cause No Improper...

  • Page 14: Parts Ordering

    Fuel Tank Capacity (Approx.): ..............U.S. quarts (liters) ... 3 (3.18) *Horsepower ratings are established in accordance with Society of Automotive Engineers – Small Engine Test Code – J1349 GROSS. Kohler Co. reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
  • Page 15 The engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Kohler Co. must warrant the emission control system on the engine for the period of time listed above, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance.
  • Page 16 These warranty periods will begin on the date the engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. If any emission related part on the engine is defective, the part will be replaced by Kohler Co. at no cost to the owner. Kohler Co. is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty.

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