Maintenance - Walker B27i Operator's Manual

B27i

MAINTENANCE

1. To prevent accidental starting of the engine
when servicing or adjusting the machine,
remove the key from the ignition switch and
disconnect the spark plug wires.
2. To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine free
of grass, leaves, excessive grease, and dirt.
3. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to ensure
the machine is in a safe, working condition.
Check the blade mounting nuts frequently,
mak ing sure they are tight.
4. Perform only maintenance instructions
described in this manual. Unauthorized
maintenance operations or machine modifica-
tions may result in unsafe operating condi-
tions.
5. If the engine must be running to perform a
main tenance adjustment, keep hands, feet,
and clothing away from moving parts. Do not
wear jewelry or loose clothing.
6. Always use the proper engine service man-
ual when working on the engine. Unauthor-
ized maintenance operations or modifications
to the engine may result in unsafe operating
conditions.
7. Altering the equipment or engine in any man-
ner which adversely affects its operation,
perfor mance, durability, or use will VOID the
warranty and may cause hazardous condi-
tions.
8. Never attempt to disconnect any safety devic-
es or defeat the purpose of these safety de-
vices.
9. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor has
been factory-set for maximum-safe engine
operating speed.
10. Use genuine factory replacement parts.
Sub stitute parts may result in product malfunc-
tion and possible injury to the operator and/or
others.
11. Use care when charging the battery or
per forming maintenance on the battery and
electrical system:
a. Make sure the battery charger is un-
plugged before connecting or disconnect-
ing cables to the battery.
b. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated
space, so gases produced while charging
can dissipate. Make sure the battery vents
in the caps are open.
c. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materi-
als away from the battery at all times. To
avoid sparks, use care when removing
bat tery cables from posts.
d. Disconnect both battery cables before
unplugging any wiring connectors or mak-
ing repairs on the electrical system.
12. Do not attempt to service the engine fuel injec-
tion system, which contains high pressure fuel
and may cause injury if mishandled. For ser-
vice of the pressurized fuel system, including
the fuel pump module, fuel lines, and fuel
injectors, contact your Walker dealer or autho-
rized Kohler service dealer.
IMPORTANT:
Keep all applicable manuals
immediately accessible to anyone who may
operate or service this machine.
Safety Instructions
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