Kohler Command Pro CH1000 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 WNER ANUAL COMMAND PRO CH940-CH1000 ORIZONTAL RANKSHAFT...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
To ensure safe operations 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 oil filter, dipstick, oil fill, air cleaner, spark plug, and carburetor) are easily and quickly accessible.
Page 4 R E CO M ME N DED SAE VISCOSITY GRAD E S 10W-30 5W-20, 5W-30 Kohler 10W-30 °F -20 °C -30 TEMPERATURE RANGE EXPECTED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE * Use of synthetic oil having 5W-20 or 5W-30 rating is acceptable, up to 4°C (40°F)
Page 5: Fuel Recommendations
Gasoline/Alcohol blends 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: Pre-Start Checklist
Also read the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Pre-Start Checklist • Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overfill. • Check fuel level. Add fuel if low. • Check cooling air intake areas and external surfaces of engine.
Page 7 Do not jump start using another battery (refer to Battery on this page). See your Kohler Engine Service Dealer for service assistance. 3. For a Cold Engine – Gradually return the choke control to the OFF position after the engine starts and warms up.
Page 8: Maintenance Instructions
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohler service outlet. WARNING: Accidental Starts! Disabling engine.
Page 9 Oil Fill Figure 9. Dipstick and Oil Fill. 4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level should be up to, but not over, the F mark on the dipstick. See Figure 10. Operating Range Figure 10. Oil Level Marks on Dipstick. 5.
Page 10 See Figures 14 and 15. Replace the oil filter seasonally (150 hours), or at least every other oil change (every 300 hours of operation). Always use a genuine Kohler oil filter, Part No. 52 050 02-S. Oil Filter Housing Figure 14.
Page 11: Air Cleaners
To access and service the oil cooler, remove the top mounting screw and loosen the two side screws, then lift off the No. 2 side cylinder shroud. If required, remove the two screws holding the oil cooler to the blower housing. Pull the cooler away from the blower housing.
Page 12 Replace any damaged components. Ejector Area Figure 22. Ejector Area. 6. Install the new inner element, Kohler Part No. 25 083 04-S followed by the paper element, Part No. 25 083 01-S. Slide each fully into place in the air cleaner housing.
Page 13: Ignition System
5. Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the element. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged element with a genuine Kohler element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged.
Page 14: Battery Charging
These engines use Low Permeation SAE 30 R7 rated fuel line; certified to meet emission requirements. Standard fuel line may not be used. Order replacement hose by part number through a Kohler Engine Service Dealer. Figure 25. Low Permeation Fuel Line.
Page 15 Adjust Carburetor Low Idle Speed (RPM) and Governed Idle Adjustment 1. Low Idle Speed (RPM) Setting: Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position. Hold the governor lever away from carburetor so the throttle lever is against the Idle Speed (RPM) Adjustment Screw of carburetor.
Page 16: Troubleshooting
For example, a starting problem could be caused by an empty fuel tank. Some common causes of engine troubles are listed in the following table. Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special timing or adjustment procedures. Have your Kohler Engine Service Dealer do this work. Possible Cause No Improper...
Page 17: Specifications
LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND PRO ENGINE WARRANTY Kohler Co. warrants to the original consumer that each new COMMAND PRO 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 it is operated and maintained in accordance with Kohler Co.’s instructions and manuals.
Page 18 These warranty periods will begin on the date the engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. 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 19 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS The owner is responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine. Kohler Co. recommends that all receipts and records covering the performance of regular maintenance be retained in case questions arise. If the engine is resold during the warranty period, the maintenance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner.
Page 20 FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN U.S. AND CANADA, CALL 1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044 FORM NO.: 62 590 01-A ISSUED: 1/07 REVISED: 4/09 LITHO IN U.S.A.

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