Kohler COMMAND CV18 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 WNER ANUAL COMMAND CV18-CV26, CV620-CV750 ERTICAL RANKSHAFT...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions To ensure safe operation please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also refer to your equipment owner's manual for other important safety information. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully. WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
Page 3 • Dependable, maintenance-free electronic ignition ensures fast, easy starts time after time. • Kohler engines are easy to service. All routine service areas (like the dipstick and oil fill, air cleaner, spark plugs, and carburetor) are easily and quickly accessible.
Page 4 Engine Air Cleaner Identification Label Intake Screen Cooler Blower Oil Fill/ Housing Dipstick Filter Fuel Pump Air Cleaner Cover Electric Starter Breather Oil Separator Figure 1. Typical Command Vertical Shaft Carbureted Engine. Oil Fill/Dipstick Oil Cooler Ignition Coil Ignition Coil Fuel Injector Fuel...
Page 5: Oil Recommendations
SAE viscosity grade. See Figure 4. Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler engines. Other gasoline/alcohol blends including E20 and E85 are not to be used and not approved. Any failures resulting from use of these fuels will not be warranted.
Page 6: Engine Identification Numbers
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING, SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com Model Designation KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN USA Model CV20S for example: C designates Command engine, V designates vertical crankshaft, and 20 IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION designates horsepower. Some model numbers (CV675) THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S.
Page 7: Cold Weather Starting Hints
4. Use fresh winter grade fuel. NOTE: Winter grade corrected. Do not jump start using another gasoline has higher volatility to improve battery (refer to Battery). See your Kohler Engine starting. Do not use gasoline left over from Service Dealer for service assistance.
Page 8: Maintenance Instructions
Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions. Only required for Denso starters. Not necessary on Delco starters. Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform these services. Cleanout kits 25 755 20-S (black) or 25 755 21-S (gold) allow cooling areas to be cleaned without removing shrouds.
Page 9: Check Oil Level
Check Oil Level NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage, always maintain the proper oil The importance of checking and maintaining the level in the crankcase. Never operate the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be engine with the oil level below the overemphasized.
Page 10 Oil cooler must be kept free of debris. Change Oil Filter Replace the oil filter at least every other oil change (every 200 hours of operation). Always use a genuine Kohler oil filter. Use chart below to determine part number to order. Oil Filter Part No. Length 2-1/2"...
Page 11: Service Precleaner And Air Cleaner Element
Replace the oil filter as follows: 8. Fill the crankcase with new oil, of the proper type, to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. 1. Drain the oil from the engine crankcase. 9. Test run the engine to check for leaks. Stop the 2.
Page 12 5. Reinstall the precleaner over the paper element. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged element with a genuine Kohler element. Handle new element 6. Reinstall the air cleaner cover. Secure cover with carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are the cover retaining knob.
Page 13: Heavy-Duty Air Cleaner
7. Reinstall the paper element, precleaner, element 6. Install the new inner element, Kohler Part No. cover, element cover wing nut and air cleaner 25 083 04-S followed by the outer element, Kohler cover. Secure cover with the cover retaining knob.
Page 14: Check Spark Plugs
Champion ® Platinum 3071 (used on Pro the reach of children. Remove all jewelry when servicing Series engines, Kohler Part No. 25 132 12-S) is also batteries. available. Equivalent alternate brand plugs can also be used. Before disconnecting the negative (-) ground cable, make sure all switches are OFF.
Page 15: Troubleshooting
EFI fuel system, Solenoid is used (must meet SAE R9 specifications). See Figure (some engines 17. If fuel line must be replaced, see your Kohler equipped with) Engine Service Dealer. Figure 19. Carburetor CV18-23,CV620-CV730,CV740.
Page 16 • Make sure fuel is reaching the carburetor. This 6. Recheck the idle speed using a tachometer. includes checking the fuel lines and fuel pump for Readjust the speed as necessary. restrictions or faulty components, replace as necessary. Models with Governed Idle System An optional governed idle control system is supplied •...
Page 17 1. Start the engine and run at half throttle for 5 to 10 minutes to warm up. The engine must be warm before doing steps 2, 3, and 4. 2. Place the throttle control into the idle or slow Hold Throttle position.
Page 18 This is a signal that normal, 10 minutes to warm up. programmed operation has been affected, and service by an authorized Kohler Engine Dealer is required. 2. Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position.
Page 19: Parts Ordering
See Engine Identification Numbers on page 6. 2. Change the oil and filter while the engine is still Always insist on genuine Kohler parts. All genuine Kohler warm from operation. See Change Oil and Filter parts meet strict standards for fit, reliability, and on page 9.
Page 20: Specifications
(air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, and altitude). Kohler reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
Page 21 LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND ENGINE WARRANTY Kohler Co. warrants to the original consumer that each new COMMAND engine sold by Kohler Co. will be free from manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship in normal service for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, provided if is operated and maintained in accordance with Kohler Co.’s instructions and manuals.
Page 22 If any emission related part on the engine is defective, Kohler Co. will replace the part at no cost to the owner. Kohler Co. is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty.
Page 23 Kohler Co. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the engine has not been properly maintained; however, Kohler Co. may not deny warranty repairs solely because of the lack of repair maintenance or failure to keep maintenance records.
Page 24 FORM NO.: 24 590 02-B ISSUED: 11/04 REVISED: 9/08 LITHO IN U.S.A. FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN U.S. AND CANADA, CALL 1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044...

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