Kohler LH685 Automobile Parts User Manual


 
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Carbon Monoxide can cause
severe nausea, fainting or death.
Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes,
and never run the engine in a
closed building or confined area.
WARNING
WARNING
Explosive Gas can cause fires and
severe acid burns.
Charge battery only in a well
ventilated area. Keep sources of
ignition away.
Accidental Starts!
Disabling engine. Accidental starting
can cause severe injury or death. Before
working on the engine or equipment,
disable the engine as follows: 1)
Disconnect the spark plug lead(s). 2)
Disconnect negative (-) battery cable from
battery.
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.
Explosive Gas!
Batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas
while being charged. To prevent a fire or
explosion, charge batteries only in well
ventilated areas. Keep sparks, open
flames, and other sources of ignition
away from the battery at all times. Keep
batteries out of the reach of children.
Remove all jewelry when servicing
batteries.
Before disconnecting the negative
(-) ground cable, make sure all switches
are OFF. If ON, a spark will occur at the
ground cable terminal which could cause
an explosion if hydrogen gas or gasoline
vapors are present.
Safety Precautions (Cont.)
Accidental Starts can cause severe
injury or death.
Disconnect and ground spark plug
leads before servicing.
WARNING
Electrical Shock!
Never touch electrical wires or
components while the engine is running.
They can be sources of electrical shock.
CAUTION
Electrical Shock can cause injury.
Do not touch wires while engine is
running.
Rotating Parts can cause severe
injury.
Stay away while engine is in
operation.
WARNING
Rotating Parts!
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away
from all moving parts to prevent injury.
Never operate the engine with covers,
shrouds, or guards removed.
Congratulations – You have selected a fine four-cycle, twin cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. Kohler designs long
life strength and on-the-job durability into each engine...making a Kohler engine dependable...dependability
you can count on. Here are some reasons why:
Efficient overhead valve design, and pressure lubrication provide maximum power, torque, and reliability
under all operating conditions.
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.
Parts subject to the most wear and tear (like the cylinder liner and camshaft) are made from precision
formulated cast iron.
Every Kohler engine is backed by a worldwide network of over 10,000 distributors and dealers. Service
support is just a phone call away. Call 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. & Canada) for Sales & Service assistance.
To keep your engine in top operating condition, follow the maintenance procedures in this manual.