Engine Break-In Period; Lubrication System; Oil Specifications; Oil Check - Kohler 14EKOZD Operation

3.4 Engine Break-In Period

For the first 50 hours of engine operation, do not exceed 75% of the maximum power supply.

3.5 Lubrication System

See the Scheduled Maintenance section for oil change and oil filter replacement intervals. See the Service Views section for the
oil drain, oil check, oil fill, and oil filter locations.
3.5.1

Oil Specifications

Use oil that meets the specifications listed in Figure 31. Using an unsuitable oil or neglecting an oil change may result in damage
and a shorter engine life.
Note:
Failure to observe the oil specifications may cause inadequate lubrication/oil pressure and cold-starting difficulties.
14-24EKOZD/12-20.5EFKOZD
Viscosity SAE
With Specifications API
32-40EKOZD/28-35EFKOZD
Viscosity SAE
API
With Specifications
ACEA
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
API American Petroleum Institute
Association des Constructeurs Europeans d'Automobiles
ACEA
Figure 31 Engine Oil Selection
3.5.2

Oil Check

Check the oil level in the crankcase daily or before each startup to ensure that the level is in the safe range. To check the oil
level, remove the dipstick and wipe the end clean, reinsert as far as possible, and remove. Maintain the oil level between the
Min and Max marks on the dipstick, as shown in Figure 32. See the Service Views section for dipstick location.
Figure 32 Oil Level Check Marks
Note:
Do not operate the set if the oil level is below the Min mark or above the Max mark.
TP-7044 6/23
10W-40/5W-40
CF, CI-4, CH-4, CG-4
≥ - 25°C (-13° F): 5W-30
< - 25°C (-13° F): 0W-30
CJ-4
E6-E7-E9
Min mark
Max mark
TP-5586-3
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