Cold Weather Starting Hints - Kohler K241 Owner's Manual

Cold Weather Starting Hints
1. Be sure to use the proper oil for the temperature
expected. See Figure 2 on page 4.
2. Declutch all possible external loads.
3. Set speed control at part throttle position.
4. A warm battery has much more starting capacity
than a cold battery.
5. Use fresh winter grade fuel. NOTE: Winter grade
gasoline has a higher volatility to improve
starting. Do not use gasoline left over from
summer.
Starting
1.
For a Cold Engine - Place the throttle control
midway between the "slow" and "fast"
positions. Place the choke control into the rron'y
position.
For a Warm Engine (normal operating
temperatures) - Place the throttle control
midway between the "slow" and "fast"
positions. Place the choke into the "off" position.
. 2. Start the engine as follows:
For Rope Start Engines - Place the starting
rope knot in the slot in starting pulley. Wrap the
rope around the pulley. Pull the starter handle
with a smooth, steady motion.
For a Retractable Start Engine - SLOWLY pull
the starter handle until just past compression -
STOP! Return starter handle, pull firmly with a
smooth, steady motion to start. Pull the handle
straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from
the starter rope guide.
Extend the starting rope periodically and check its
condition. If the rope is frayed, have it replaced
immediately by your Kohler Engine Service
Dealer.
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WARNING: Accidental Starts!
Before
extending and checking the retractable starter
rope, remove the spark plug lead to prevent the
engine from starting accidentally, Make sure the
equipment is in neutral.
For an Electric Start Engine - Activate the
starter switch. Release the switch as soon as the
engine starts.
NOTE: Do not crank the engine continuously for
more than IO seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, allow a 60 second
cool down period between starting
attempts. Failure to follow these
guidelines can burn out the starter motor.
NOTE: If the engine develops sufficient speed to
disengage the starter but does not keep
running (a false start), the engine
rotation must be allowed to come to a
complete stop before attempting to
restart the engine. If the start is engaged
while the flywheel is rotating, the starter
pinion and flywheel ring gear may clash,
resulting in damage to the starter.
If the starter does not turn the engine over, shut
off starter immediately. Do not make further
attempts to start the engine until the condition is
corrected. Do not jump start using another battery
(refer to "Battery" below). See your Kohler Engine
Service Dealer for trouble analysis.
3. For a Cold Engine - Gradually return the choke
control to the "off" position after the engine starts
and warms ups.
Stopping
1. Remove the load by disengaging all PTO
attachments. '
Move the throttle control to the '"slow" or 6610w"
idle position. Allow the engine to run at idle for
30-60 seconds; then stop the engine. If the
carburetor on the engine is equipped with a fuel
solenoid, move the throttle control back up
between half and full throttle just before stopping
the engine.
Turn ignition switch "off." On engines so
equipped, press and hold "stop" button until
engine comes to a complete stop.
Battery
A 12 volt battery is normally used. Refer to the
operating instructions of the equipment this engine
powers for specific battery requirements.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the
engine, recharge the battery (see page 10).
Operating
Optional spark arrestor mufflers are available from
your Kohler Engine Service Dealer. Check your local
laws and statutes regarding engine spark arrestor
muffler requirements.
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