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Parts subject to the most wear and tear (like cylinders, formulated cast iron. Because the cast iron cylinders Kohler engines are easy to service. All routine service areas (like the dipstick, oil filter, breaker points, air cleaner, spark plugs, and carburetor) Every Kohler engine is backed by a worldwide support is just a phone call away.
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For Your Safety! These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in iniurv to vourself and others, A WARNING Explosive Fuel can cause fires and severe burns. Stop engine before filling fuel tank. Explosive Fuel! Gasoline is extremely flammable...
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A WARNING Accidental Starts can cause severe injury or death. Disconnect and ground spark plug lead before servicing. Accidental Starts! Before servicing the engine or equipment, always disconnect spark plug leads to prevent the engine from starting accidentally Ground the leads to prevent sparks that could cause fires.
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Dark Blower Housing Oil Fill Vluffler. Air Intake Screen Fins Straight 30-weight (Kohler preferred. SAE IOW-30 above 32°F. Using this oil substantially consumption and combustion NOTE: Using other than service class SG or SH oil or extending oil change intervals...
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Gasoline/Ether Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded gasoline blends (up to a maximum volume) are approved as a fuel for Kohler engines. Other gasoline/ether Engine Identification Numbers When ordering parts, or in any communication and store in...
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Do not jump start using another battery (refer to “Battery” below). See your Kohler Engine Service Dealer for trouble analysis. On a Cold Engine - Gradually control to the “off” position after the engine starts and warms up.
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Have valve and tappet clearance checked*. Have cylinder heads serviced2f3. 1Perform these maintenance procedures 2Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this service. 3250 hburs when leaded gasoline is used. Cooling NOTE: If debris builds up on the grass screen or other cooling air intake areas, stop the engine immediately and clean.
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Check Oil Level The importance of checking and maintaining proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil BEFORE follows: 1. Make sure the engine is stopped, cool so the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
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“Oil Change Intervals” table on page 8. Always use a genuine Kohler oil filter, Part No. 52 050 02, and replace as follows: Drain the oil from the engine crankcase.
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Do not over-tighten. 7. When ai r cleaner necessa .ry always use genuine Kohler parts. Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
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The main fuel jet is calibrated installed at the factory and is not adjustable*. *NOTE: KT17 and KT19 engines with fixed jet carburetors, operating approximately “high altitude” main jet. See your Kohler Engine Service Dealer for further information.
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Kohler Adjustable Low Idle 1 KT17 1 turn 1 turn 1 KT19 3. Start the engine and run at half throttle for 5 to IO minutes to warm up. The engine must be warm before making final settings (steps 4, 5, 6, and 7).
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Walbro Fixed Jet Low Idle KT17 1 -l/4 turns l-1 /4 turns KT19 Walbro Adjustable Low idle KT17 1-l /4 turns KT19 1-I /4 turns 3. Start the engine and run at half throttle for five to ten minutes to warm up. The engine must be warm before making final settings.
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Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special timing or adjustment procedures. Have your Kohler Engine Service Dealer do this work. Improper Possible Cause No...
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Our obligation under this warranty is expressly limited, at our option, to the replacement or repair at Kohler Co., Kohler, Wisconsin 53044, or at a service facility designated by us, of such part or parts as inspection shall disclose to have been defective.
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ENGINE DIVISION, FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION FORM NO.: TP-2107-C ISSUED: 4187 REVISED: 12/95 MAILED: LITHO IN U.S.A. KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN IN U.S. AND CANADA, CALL l-800-544-2444 53044...
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