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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ALSO READ THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OF THE EQUIPMENT
THIS ENGINE POWERS
PRE-START CHECKLIST
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Check oil level. Add oil if low.
Check fuel level. Add fuel if low.
Check cooling air intake areas and external surfaces
of engine. Make sure they are clean and
unobstructed.
Check that the air cleaner components and all
shrouds, equipment covers, and guards are in place
and securely fastened.
Check that any clutches or transmissions are
disengaged or placed in neutral. This is especially
important on equipment with hydrostatic drive. The
shift lever must be exactly in neutral to prevent
resistance which could keep the engine from
starting.
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WARNING: Lethal Exhaust Gases!
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless,
and can cause death if inhaled. Avoid inhaling exhaust
fumes, and never run the engine in a closed building or
confined area.
STARTING
Move the throttle control lever to mid point of travel.
Move choke lever into full choke position and gradually
return to Off position after engine starts and warms up.
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.
Ground the lead to prevent
sparks that could cause fires. Make sure the
equipment is in neutral.
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NOTE:
NOTE:
Electric Start Engine -- Activate the starter
Release the switch as soon as the engine
Do not crank the engine continuously for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start, allow a 60second cool-down period
between starting attempts. Failure to follow
these guidelines can burn out the starter
motor.
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
starter is engaged while the flywheel is
rotating, the starter pinion and flywheel ring
gear may clash, resulting in damage to the
starter.
If 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”.) See
your Kohler Engine Service Dealer for trouble analysis.