Kohler 14EKOZD Operation page 70

Service Schedule for 14-24EKOZD/12-20.5EFKOZD Models, continued
Perform Service at Intervals Indicated (X)
INTAKE/EXHAUST SYSTEM
Inspect the exhaust system components *†
Check the exhaust gas condition. If the exhaust is
blue or black, contact your local distributor/dealer
Clean the exhaust/water mixing elbow *†
Inspect the crankcase breather system *†
Check the breather pipe for obstructions *†
Inspect the complete exhaust system *†
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Keep the battery charged and in good condition §
Check and tighten the electrical connections *
Clean the battery cables †
Check the starter motor †
ENGINE AND MOUNTING
Check for water, fuel, coolant, and oil leakage *†‡
Retighten any loose nuts and bolts *
Check the mounting bolts/vibromounts and tighten
if necessary *
Adjust the intake/exhaust valve clearance *†
Check the compartment condition (fuel, oil, or
water leaks)
Total engine overhaul *†
REMOTE START PANEL
Check the remote start panel operation, if equipped
GENERATOR
Test run the generator set
Blow dust out of the generator *†
* Requires removal of the sound shield door, if installed
† Consult your local distributor/dealer for service
‡ Read the WARNING found at the beginning of the manual regarding moving parts
§ Consult the battery manufacturer's instructions
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Reference
Daily
Section
X
Exhaust
(Before
System
operation)
X
Exhaust
(During
System
operation)
Exhaust
System
Eng. S/M
Marine
Inspection
X
Battery (Before
operation)
X
(After
operation)
X
(Before
operation)
Eng. S/M
X
(Before
operation)
Eng. S/M
General
Maintenance
Every 50 Every Every
Hrs. 250 Hrs. 500 Hrs.
or 1 or 3 or 6
Month Months Months
X
X
X
X
(Break-in
period)
X
(Weekly)
Every 1000
Hrs.
or Yearly
X
X (1500 hrs.)
X
X
X (5000 hrs.)
X
X (10000 hrs.)
X
X
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