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- Page 1 wner anual SNOW PRO orizontal ranksHaft WH208...
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Page 2: Symbols Associated With This Product
• To manufacture the highest performing, most reliable engines on the market You can rest assured that your Kohler Engine will provide maximum power and reliability in all operating conditions. Also, Kohler engines are backed by a worldwide network of over 10,000 distributors and dealers. -
Page 3: California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING WARNING WARNING Explosive Fuel can cause fires and Carbon Monoxide can cause severe Hot Parts can cause severe burns. severe burns. nausea, fainting or death. Do not touch engine while operating Do not fill the fuel tank while the or just after stopping. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and engine is hot or running. never run the engine in a closed building or confined area. -
Page 4: Oil Recommendations
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING, SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS. Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher. Select 1-800-544-2444 kohlerengines.com KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN, USA CRAFTED IN CHINA the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time of operation as shown in the following table. -
Page 5: Fuel Recommendations
Gasoline/Alcohol blends Fuel Recommendations Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler WARNING engines. Other gasoline/alcohol blends including E20 and E85 are not to be used and are not approved. Any Explosive Fuel can cause fires failures resulting from use of these fuels will not be and severe burns. Do not fill the fuel tank while the warranted. engine is hot or running. - Page 6 NOTE: The choke position for starting may vary WARNING depending upon temperature and other factors. Once engine is running and warm Carbon Monoxide can cause severe move the choke control to the RUN/OFF nausea, fainting or death. position. See Figure 10. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and never run the engine in a closed building or confined area.
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Page 7: Normal Stopping
RUN/OFF CHOKE/ON Figure 8. Operating the Retractable Starter. NOTE: Extend the starting rope periodically and check its condition. If the rope is frayed, have it replaced immediately by your Kohler Choke Engine Service Center. Control WARNING Figure 10. RUN/OFF Position of Choke Control. Electrical Shock can cause severe injury or death. -
Page 8: Emergency Stopping
3. Brush snow off engine and equipment. done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or 4. Install the stop/run key into the key slot. individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohler Engine Service Center. Operating WARNING Angle of Operation Continuous operation at angles up to 20° with no Accidental Starts can cause severe less than 1/2 full fuel tank. Check oil level to assure... -
Page 9: Maintenance Schedule
Change Oil For a new engine, change oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 15 hours of operation or yearly, which ever comes first. For an overhauled engine, use Kohler 5W-30 service class, SJ or higher oil for the first 5 hours of operation. Change the oil after this initial run-in period. Refill with service class SJ or higher oil as specified in the Oil Figure 14. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick and Oil Fill Tube. -
Page 10: Check Spark Plug
The original Change the oil as follows: spark plug is a Champion XC12YC, the Kohler ® equivalent is a Kohler Part No. 25 132 14-S. Equivalent 1. To keep snow, ice, etc., out of the engine, clean alternate brand plugs can also be used. the area around the oil fill cap/dipstick before removing it. See Figure 14. -
Page 11: Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas
The idle mixture is set at the factory and normally does not require adjustment. NOTE: To ensure correct engine operation at altitudes above 1525 meters (5000 ft.), it may be necessary to have an authorized Kohler dealer install a special high-altitude jet kit in the carburetor. If a high-altitude kit has been installed, the engine must be reconverted to... -
Page 12: Major Repair
Refer to Change Oil. Major Repair 3. The fuel system must be completely emptied, Major repair information is available in Kohler Engine or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer Service Manuals. This type of repair generally requires to prevent deterioration. If you choose to the services of a trained mechanic and the use of use a stabilizer, follow the manufacturers special tools and equipment. Kohler Engine Service... -
Page 13: Specifications
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: Purchaser must bring the engine to an authorized Kohler service facility. To locate the nearest facility, visit our Web site, www.KohlerEngines.com, consult your local telephone directory, or telephone 1-800-544-2444. ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044 With the exception of countries governed by the European Union (EU), where a one (1) year warranty is required for commercial/ professional use. - Page 14 (b) Be aware, however, that Kohler Co. may deny warranty coverage if the engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. (c) For warranty repairs, the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co. service center as soon as a problem exists. Call 1-800-544-2444 or access our web site at: www.KohlerEngines.com, for the names of the nearest service centers. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
- Page 15 Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed by a Kohler authorized service center. Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of...
- Page 16 FORM NO.: 1 50 0 ISSUED: 4/09 REVISED: 5/0 FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN U.S. AND CANADA, CALL 1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 50...
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