DK2 OPC514, Assembly Manual

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OPERATION
PROPER USE GUIDELINES
STARTING AND OPERATING TIPS
• Store and fuel equipment in a level position.
• Use fresh fuel.
• Use correct type of oil as per your Kohler Manual.
• Remove external equipment/engine loads.
• Periodically remove any debris build-up from the machine.
• After engine has started, let it warm up several seconds to several minutes, depending on
outside temperature.
• For maximum performance and life, operate the engine with choke in RUN and throttle in
FAST.
TO START ENGINE
• Check oil level.
• Open fuel shut-off valve.
• Move choke control to CHOKE position.
• Move throttle to TURTLE position. Operate engine with throttle in RABBIT.
STARTING AND STOPPING
CAUTION: Do not stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE. Backfire, fire or
engine damage could occur.
• Let engine warm up. Slowly adjust choke control toward RUN position. Wait until engine runs
smoothly before each choke adjustment.
TO STOP ENGINE
• Move throttle to TURTLE.
• Move gas lever to the far left.
• See Kohler manual for instruction.