Kohler Command PRO ECV630 Service Manual page 97

Valve Guides
If a valve guide is worn beyond specifications, it will not
guide valve in a straight line. This may result in burnt
valve faces or seats, loss of compression, and excessive
oil consumption.
To check valve guide-to-valve stem clearance,
thoroughly clean valve guide and, using a split-ball
gauge, measure inside diameter of guide. Then, using
an outside micrometer, measure diameter of valve stem
at several points on stem where it moves in valve guide.
Use largest stem diameter to calculate clearance by
subtracting stem diameter from guide diameter. If intake
clearance exceeds 0.038/0.076 mm (0.0015/0.0030
in.) or exhaust clearance exceeds 0.050/0.088 mm
(0.0020/0.0035 in.), determine whether valve stem or
guide is responsible for excessive clearance.
Maximum (I.D.) wear on intake valve guide is 7.134 mm
(0.2809 in.) while 7.159 mm (0.2819 in.) is maximum
allowed on exhaust guide. Guides are not removable but
can be reamed 0.25 mm (0.010 in.) oversize. Valves with
0.25 mm oversize stems must then be used.
If guides are within limits but valve stems are worn
beyond limits, install new valves.
Valve Seat Inserts
Hardened steel alloy intake and exhaust valve seat
inserts are press fitted into cylinder head. Inserts are
not replaceable but can be reconditioned if not too badly
pitted or distorted. If cracked or badly warped, cylinder
head should be replaced.
Recondition valve seat inserts following instructions
provided with valve seat cutter being used. Final cut
should be made with an 89° cutter as specified for
valve seat angle. Cutting proper 45° valve face angle
as specified, and proper valve seat angle (44.5°, half of
full 89° angle), will achieve desired 0.5° (1.0° full cut)
interference angle where maximum pressure occurs on
outside diameters of valve face and seat.
Lapping Valves
Reground or new valves must be lapped in, to provide
proper fit. Use a hand valve grinder with a suction cup
for final lapping. Lightly coat valve face with a fine grade
of grinding compound, then rotate valve on its seat with
grinder. Continue grinding until a smooth surface is
obtained on seat and on valve face. Thoroughly clean
cylinder head in soap and hot water to remove all traces
of grinding compound. After drying cylinder head, apply
a light coating of SAE 10 oil to prevent rusting.
Valve Stem Seal
These engines use valve stem seals on intake and
exhaust valves. Always use a new seal when valves
are removed from cylinder head. Seals should also be
replaced if deteriorated or damaged in any way. Never
reuse an old seal.
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Disassembly/Inspection and Service
Flywheel Components
A Flywheel Fan
C
NOTE: Always use a flywheel strap wrench or holding
tool to hold flywheel when loosening or
tightening flywheel screw. Do not use any type
of bar or wedge to hold flywheel. Use of such
tools could cause flywheel to become cracked or
damaged.
NOTE: Always use a flywheel puller to remove flywheel
from crankshaft. Do not strike crankshaft or
flywheel, as these parts could become cracked
or damaged. Striking puller or crankshaft can
cause crank gear to move, affecting crankshaft
endplay.
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D
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A
C
Flywheel
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