Kohler K9J Service Manual page 32

available. Always refer to the Parts Manual for the
engine being serviced to ensure that the correct
carburetor repair kits and replacement parts are
ordered.
Throttle And Choke Shaft
Replacement
To Replace Throttle And Choke Shafts
Two kits are available that allow replacement of
the carburetor throttle and choke shafts of Kohler
carburetors. Refer to Figure 6-8.
Throttle Shaft/Lever Assembly-
#2-56x7/32" or #3-48x7/32"
B<ass Sc,.w
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Throttle Shaft -4 Styles
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2 Styles For Models
K91-K181, 1/2" Carb.
For Models K241-K341 &
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KT17-KT19, 1"
ca,b.
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Choke Shaft Bushing #3-48x7/32" Throttle
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\ Brass Screws _ Lever
, _ (Reused)
Choke Detent Ball-Spring__.'"'
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Choke Shaft Bushing
Choke Plate (Reused) \ """'- ,
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#3-48x7/32"
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Brass Screws
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'choke Shall
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"'Choke Lever
(Reused)
#2-56x7/32" or
#3-48x7 /32"
Brass Screw
'S~~\J
+ -
' " \ ] 'Th,ottle Shaft Bushing
Throttle Plate (Reused)
\Throttle Shaft Bushing
Installation Tool
Figure 6-8. Throttle And Choke Shaft Replacement Kits.
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WARNING: Prevent Eye Injury!
Suitable eye protection (safety glasses, goggles, or
face hood) should be worn for any procedure involv-
ing the use of compressed air, punches, hammers,
chisels, drills, or grinding tools.
Disassemble Carburetor
Refer to "Disassembly" at the beginning of this
section.
6.6
Remove Choke Plate and Choke Shaft;
Transfer Choke Lever
1. To ensure correct reassembly, mark choke
plate and carburetor body with a marking pen.
Also take note of choke plate position in bore
and choke lever position.
2. Carefully and slowly remove the screws secur-
ing choke plate to choke shaft. Remove and
save the choke plate as it will be reused.