Oil Recommendations; Oil Type; Fuel Recommendations; General Recommendations - Kohler Courage XT-6 Owner's Manual

Primer Bulb (If Equipped)
Air Cleaner
Figure 1. Typical Courage XT Vertical Shaft Engine.

Oil Recommendations

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the engine
and changing oil regularly. Failure to use the correct
oil, or using dirty oil, will cause premature engine
wear and failure.

Oil Type

Use high quality detergent oil of
the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time
RE C OM M E ND ED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE S
10W-30
°F -20 0 20
°C -30 -20 -10
TEMPERATURE RANGE EXPECTED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Figure 2. Viscosity Grades Table.
NOTE: Using oil other than service class SJ or higher,
or extending oil change intervals longer than
recommended can cause engine damage.
service class and SAE viscosity grade. See Figure 3.
4
Gas Cap
. Select
10W-30, SAE 30
32 40 60 80 100
0 10 20 30
Retractable Starter
Engine
10W-30
Figure 3. Oil Container Logos.
Refer to maintenance instructions beginning on Page 7

Fuel Recommendations

WARNING: Explosive Fuel!
if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or
40
running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact
with hot parts or sparks from ignition. Do not start the
engine near spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a cleaning
agent.

General Recommendations

Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store
in clean, approved containers. A container with a
capacity of two gallons or less with a pouring spout
is recommended. Such a container is easier to handle
and helps eliminate spillage during refueling.
To minimize gum deposits in your fuel system, do
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
SAE
30