Pre-Start Checklist; Operating Instructions - Kohler Magnum M8 Owner's Manual

ALSO READ T H E OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OF THE EQUIPMENT
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PRE-START CHECKLIST

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Check oil level. Add oil if low.
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Check fuel level. Add fuel if low.
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Check cooling air intake areas and
external surfaces of engine. Make
sure they are clean and unob­
structed.
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Check that the air cleaner com­
ponents and all shrouds, equip­
ment covers, and guards are in
place and securely fastened.
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Check that any clutches or trans­
missions are disengaged or placed
in neutral. This is especially im­
portant on equipment with hydro­
static drive. The shift lever must
be exactly in neutral to prevent re­
sistance which could keep the en­
gine from starting.
AWARNING:
Lethal Exhaust
Gases
Engine exhaust gases contain poi­
sonous carbon monoxide. Avoid in­
haling fumes, and never run the engine
in a closed building or confined area.
STARTING
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Model M8 Throttle and Choke Controls
Shown. See Page 5 For Models M10, M12,
M14, and M16 Throttle and Choke Con­
trols.
Move the throttle control lever mid­
1.
way between the SLOW and FAST
positions.
2. Move the choke control into the
FUL L CHO K E position.
3. Start the engine as follows:
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For Rope Start En
starting rope knot in the slot in starting

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

THIS ENGINE POWERS.
pulley. Wrap the rope around the
pulley. Pull the starter handle with a
smooth, steady motion.
For Retractable Start Engines-Pull
the starter handle with a smooth,
steady motion. Pull handle straight
out to avoid excessive rope wear from
starter rope guide.
Extend the starting rope periodically
and check its condition. If the rope is
frayed, have it replaced immediately
by your Kohler Engine Service Deal­
er.
AWARNING:
Before extending and checking retrac­
table starter rope, remove the spark
plug lead to prevent the engine from
starting accidentally. Make sure the
equipment is in neutral.
For Electric Start En
the starter switch. Release the switch
as soon as the engine starts.
CAUTION: Do not crank the engine
continuously for more than 10 se­
conds at a time. If the engine does not
start, allow a 60-second cool-down
period between starting attempts.
Failure to follow these guidelines can
burn out the starter motor.
CAUTION: If the engine develops
sufficient speed to disengage the
starter but does not keep running (a
"false start"), the engine rotation must
be allowed to come to a complete
stop before attempting to restart the
engine. If the starter is engaged while
the flywheel is rotating, the starter
pinion and flywheel ring gear may
clash, resulting in damage to the
starter.
If the starter does not turn the engine
over, shut off starter immediately. Do
not make further attempts to stal'� the
engine until the condition is cor­
rected. Do not jump start using ano­
ther battery (refer to "BATTERY" be­
low.) See your Kohler Engine Service
Dealer for trouble analysis.
4.
Gradually return the choke control
lever to the "off" position (lever all
the way down) after the engine
starts and warms up.
BATTERY
A 12-volt battery with a rati ng of
approximately 32-amp hour is nor­
ace the
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mally used. Refer to the operating
instr'uctions of the equipment this
engine powers for specific infor­
mation.
If the battery charge is not sufficient
to turn over the engine, recharge the
battery.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to jump
start the engine with another battery.
Starting with batteries larger than
those recommended can burn out the
starter motor.
Also see "BATTERY CHARGING" on
page 5.
Accidental Starts
Optional spark arrestor mufflers are
available from your Kohler Engine
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Service Dealer. Check your local laws
and statutes regarding engine spark
arrestor muffler requirements.
CAUTION: Do not operate the engine
continuously at angles exceeding 300
in any direction. Engine damage may
result from lack of lubrication. Also
refer to the operati ng instructions of
the equipment this engine powers. It
may have more stringent guidelines
as to angle of operation due to equip­
ment design.
CAUTION: If debris builds up on air
intake screen and other intake areas,
STOP the engine immediately and
clean. Obstructed air intake areas
cause engine damage due to over­
heating.
£WARNING:
The engine and exhaust system get
extremely hot from operation. Do not
operate the equipment with covers,
shrouds, or guards removed. Keep
hands, feet, clothing, and hair away
from all moving parts. Do not allow
the equipment to run unattended.
CAUTION: Do not tamper with the
governor setting to increase the maxi­
mum engine speed. Overs peed is haz­
ardous and will void the warranty.
Move the throttle control lever up to
the STOP position. On engines equip­
ped with a keyswitch, turn switch to
the STOP or OFF position.
OPER ATING
Hot, Moving Parts
STOPPING
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