Troubleshooting - Kohler Courage XT-6 Owner's Manual

Carburetor Adjustments and

Troubleshooting

The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct
fuel-to-air mixture to the engine under all operating
conditions. It has been calibrated at the factory and
is not adjustable.
NOTE: To ensure correct engine operation at
be necessary to have a Kohler Engine Service
the carburetor.
engine must be reconverted to the original jet
size before it is operated at lower altitudes, or
overheating and engine damage may result.
Troubleshooting
are listed in the table below.
Possible Cause No Improper
Problem Fuel
Will Not Start •
Hard Starting •
Stops Suddenly •
Lacks Power
Operates Erratically
Knocks or Pings
Overheats
High Fuel Consumption
Storage
If the engine will be out of service for two months or
more, follow the storage procedure below:
Change the oil while the engine is still warm from
completely emptied, or the gasoline must be
treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration.
If you choose to use a stabilizer, follow the
manufacturer's recommendations. Fill the fuel
the carburetor.
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Dirt In
Fuel Fuel Line Grass Screen
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If engine troubles appear to be fuel system related,
Kohler Engine Service Dealer.
gasoline.
fastened securely.
and that it is operating properly.
clean and unobstructed. Replace if necessary.
hard to start, runs roughly, or stalls at low-idle speed,
it may be necessary to have the carburetor serviced by
a Kohler Engine Service Dealer.
Dirty Incorrect
Oil Level Overloaded
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engine two or three revolutions.
hole with your thumb and turn the engine over
plug, but do not connect the plug lead.
6. Store the engine in a clean, dry place. Never store
or pilot light such as on a water heater or other
appliances.
Engine Dirty Air
Cleaner Spark Plug
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Faulty
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