Kohler command cv17 Service Manual page 88

Reassembly
Install Muffler
1. Install port liners (if equipped). Install muffler and
attaching hardware to muffler bracket. Torque
screws to 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.).
2. Install hex flange nuts to exhaust studs. Torque nuts
to 24.4. N·m (216 in. lb.).
Install Oil Cooler (if equipped)
Oil cooler can now be installed to engine. Two different
styles are used.
1. Depending on style used, reverse removal
procedure from Disassembly.
2. Secure cooler or adapter to oil pan with oil filter
nipple. Torque oil filter nipple to 27 N·m (20 ft. lb.).
Install Oil Filter and Fill Crankcase with Oil
NOTE: Make sure that both oil drain plugs are installed
and torqued to above specifications to prevent
oil leakage.
1. Install oil drain plug(s). Torque plug(s) to 13.6 N·m
(10 ft. lb.). If oil drain valve is used, make sure valve
body is closed and cap is on.
2. Place new filter in shallow pan with open end up. Fill
with new oil until oil reaches bottom of threads. Allow
2 minutes for oil to be absorbed by filter material.
3. Apply a thin film of clean oil to rubber gasket on oil
filter.
4. Refer to instructions on oil filter for proper
installation.
5. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be at top of
indicator on dipstick.
6. Reinstall oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
Connect Spark Plug Leads
Connect leads to spark plugs.
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Prepare Engine for Operation
Engine is now completely reassembled. Before starting
or operating engine, be sure to do following.
1. Make sure all hardware is tightened securely.
2. Make sure oil drain plugs, Oil Sentry
switch, and a new oil filter are installed.
3. Adjust carburetor, idle fuel needle, or idle speed
adjusting screw as necessary.
Testing Engine
It is recommended that engine be operated on a test
stand or bench prior to installation in piece of equipment.
1. Set engine up on a test stand. Install an oil pressure
gauge. Start engine and check to be certain that oil
pressure (20 psi or more) is present. Run engine at
idle for 2-3 minutes, then 5-6 minutes more between
idle and midrange. Adjust carburetor mixture settings
as necessary (as available).
2. Adjust idle speed screw and high-speed stop as
necessary. Make sure maximum engine speed does
not exceed 3750 RPM (no load).
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