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b. For engines equipped with a shutdown
solenoid: Position the throttle control
between half and full throttle; then stop the
engine.
Battery
A 12 volt battery is normally used. Refer to the
operating instructions of the equipment this engine
powers, for specific battery requirements.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the
engine, recharge the battery (see page 11).
Operating
Angle of Operation
This engine will operate continuously at angles up to
25°. Check oil level to assure crankcase oil level is at
the “F” mark on the dipstick.
Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment
this engine powers. Because of equipment design or
application, there may be more stringent restrictions
regarding the angle of operation.
NOTE: Do not operate this engine continuously at
angles exceeding 25° in any direction. Engine
damage could result from insufficient
lubrication.
Cooling
NOTE: If debris builds up on the grass screen or
other cooling air intake areas, stop the engine
immediately and clean. Operating the engine
with blocked or dirty air intake and cooling
areas can cause extensive damage due to
overheating.
WARNING: Hot Parts!
Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To
prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine
is running–or immediately after it is turned off. Never operate
the engine with heat shields or guards removed.
Engine Speed
NOTE: Do not tamper with the governor setting to
increase the maximum engine speed.
Overspeed is hazardous and will void the
engine warranty.
2. Make sure the equipment is in neutral.
3. Activate the starter switch. Release the switch as
soon as the engine starts.
NOTE: Do not crank the engine continuously for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, allow a 60 second
cool down period between starting
attempts. Failure to follow these
guidelines can burn out the starter
motor.
NOTE: If the engine develops sufficient speed to
disengage the starter but does not keep
running (a false start), 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 the 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.
4. For Operation - after the engine starts:
a. For a Single-Lever Throttle/Choke Control:
Move the lever from the fast/choke on
position and set the desired engine operating
speed (between the slow and fast position).
b. For Separate Levers: Gradually move the
choke control to the off position. If the
engine is warm, the choke control can be
returned to the off position as soon as the
engine starts. If the engine is cold, it may be
operated during the warm-up period, but it
may be necessary to leave the choke partially
on until the engine warms up.
Stopping
1. Remove the load by disengaging all PTO
attachments.
2. a. For engines without a shutdown solenoid:
Move the throttle to the slow or low idle
position. Allow the engine to run at idle for
30-60 seconds; then stop the engine.