Lubrication System; Lubrication Components; Check Oil Level; Change Oil And Filter - Kohler KS530 Service Manual

Lubrication System

This engine uses a full pressure lubrication system which delivers oil under pressure to crankshaft, camshaft, and
connecting rod bearing surfaces. Other component areas are splash lubricated.
A high-effi ciency gerotor oil pump maintains high oil fl ow and oil pressure, even at low speeds and high operating
temperatures. A pressure relief valve limits maximum pressure of system. Closure plate must be removed to service
oil pickup, pressure relief valve, and oil pump.

Lubrication Components

A Oil Fill/Dipstick
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Refer to Maintenance.

CHECK OIL LEVEL

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage,
never run engine with oil level below or above
operating range indicator on dipstick.
Ensure engine is cool and level. Clean oil fi ll/dipstick
areas of any debris.
1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off .
2. Reinsert dipstick into tube; press completely down.
3. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level should be at
top of indicator on dipstick.
4. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of indicator
mark.
5. Reinstall and secure dipstick.

CHANGE OIL AND FILTER

Change oil while engine is warm.
1. Clean area around oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Remove drain
plug and oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Allow oil to drain
completely.
2. Clean area around oil fi lter. Place a container under
fi lter to catch any oil and remove fi lter. Wipe off
mounting surface. Reinstall drain plug. Torque to
14.0 N·m (125 in. lb.).
3. Place new fi lter 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 fi lter material.
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4. Apply a thin fi lm of clean oil to rubber gasket on new
fi lter.
5. Refer to instructions on oil fi lter for proper
installation.
6. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be at top of
indicator on dipstick.
7. Reinstall oil fi ll cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
8. Start engine; check for oil leaks. Stop engine; correct
leaks. Recheck oil level.
9. Dispose of used oil and fi lter in accordance with
local ordinances.
OIL SENTRY (if equipped)
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This switch is designed to prevent engine from starting
in a low oil or no oil condition. Oil Sentry
down a running engine before damage occurs. In some
applications this switch may activate a warning signal.
Read your equipment manuals for more information.
Oil Sentry pressure switch is installed in closure plate
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pressure port. On engines not equipped with Oil Sentry
installation hole is sealed with a 1/8" pipe plug.
Installation
1. Apply pipe sealant with Tefl on
Thread Sealant or equivalent) to threads of switch.
2. Install switch into closure plate.
3. Torque switch to 6.2 N·m (55 in. lb.). Connect lead to
terminal or connector plug to terminals on Oil
Sentry switch.
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