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ECV940 & ECV980 Owner's Manual IMPORTANT: Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Refer to operating instruction of equipment that this engine powers. Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing any maintenance or service. Warranty coverage as outlined in warranty card and on KohlerEngines.com.
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Safety Precautions WARNING: A hazard that could result in death, serious injury, or substantial property damage. CAUTION: A hazard that could result in minor personal injury or property damage. NOTE: is used to notify people of important installation, operation, or maintenance information. WARNING WARNING WARNING...
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Heavy-Duty Air Oil Filter Oil Cooler Oil Fill/Dipstick Cleaner Air Cleaner Fuel Filter Oil Drain Plug Spark Plug Housing Dust Ejector Element Retaining Clip End Cap Valve Inner Element Visit KohlerEngines.com for service parts information and purchasing options. 62 590 12 Rev. B KohlerEngines.com...
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2. Check fuel level. Add fuel if low. Check fuel start engine until condition is corrected. Do system components and lines for leaks. not jump start. See your Kohler authorized dealer for trouble analysis. 3. Check and clean cooling areas, air intake areas and external surfaces of engine (particularly after storage).
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Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed by a Kohler authorized dealer found at KohlerEngines.com or 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. and Canada). Maintenance Schedule Every 100 Hours or Annually¹...
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Store Indicator Light (MIL) will illuminate if problems gasoline only in approved containers, in or faults are detected. Servicing by a Kohler well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away authorized dealer is necessary. from sparks or fl ames. Spilled fuel could...
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Replace all bent or damaged We recommend that you use a Kohler components. authorized dealer for all maintenance, service, and engine parts. To fi nd a Kohler authorized NOTE: Paper element cannot be blown out dealer visit KohlerEngines.com or call 1-800- with compressed air.
Exhaust Emission Control System for models ECV940 and ECV980 is EM, O2S, ECM, MPI for U.S. EPA, California, and Europe. Any and all horsepower (hp) references by Kohler are Certifi ed Power Ratings and per SAE J1940 & J1995 hp standards. Details on Certifi ed Power Ratings can be found at KohlerEngines.com.