Maintenance Instructions; Engine Identification/View - Kohler K161 Operating & Maintenance Manual

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: Accidental Starts!
Before servicing the engine or equipment, always disconnect the spark plug lead to prevent the engine from
starting accidentally. Ground the spark plug lead to prevent sparks that could cause fires. Make sure the
equipment is in neutral.
These service procedures should also be performed as part of any seasonal tune-up.
Maintenance Rewired Frecwencv
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CleanAirlntakeScreen' .................................................................................. DAILY
CheckOil Level ........................................................................................ MILY
ReplenishFuelSupply ...................................................................................
DAILY
Service Precleaner ..................................................................................... 25Hm.
ChangeOil .......................................................................................... 25Hf&
Check Reduction
Gear
Unit ..............................................................................
50Hlls,
Clean Cooling Fins and External Surfaces
.................................................................... 50
H rrr.
Replace Air Cleaner Element'
............................................................................. 100 Hrs.
Check Spark Plug Condition and Gap
...................................................................... 100
Herr.
Have Breaker Points Checked2
........................................................................... .500
Hrs.
HavelgnitionTimingChecked2............................................................................~H .
Have Valve and Tappet Clearance Checked2 ................................................................ ,500
Hra.
HaveCylinderHeadsServiced2 .......................................................................... 5OOHrs?
Have Starter Motor Drive Serviced2
........................................................................ ,500
Hrs.
'Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions.
2Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this service.
'250 hours when leaded gasoline is used.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
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Retractable
Oil Pan
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Oil Drain
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