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KOHLER CO.

FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS

LIMITED WARRANTY

SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the

Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine. For California, engines produced in

1995 and later must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, 1997 and later

model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road engines. The engine must

be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of

engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Kohler Co. must warrant the emission control system on the engine for the

period of time listed above, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance.

The emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic converter.

Also included are the hoses, belts and connectors and other emission related assemblies.

Where a warrantable condition exists, Kohler Co. will repair the engine at no cost, including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is performed at

an authorized dealer), parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE

Engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for two years in California. In other states, 1997 and later model year engines are

warranted for two years. If any emission related part on the engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Kohler Co. free of

charge.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

(a)

The engine owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the owner’s manual. Kohler Co.

recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on the engine, But Kohler Co. cannot deny warranty solely for the lack

of receipts or for your failure to assure that all scheduled maintenance was performed.

(b)

Be aware, however, that Kohler Co. may deny warranty coverage if the engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper

maintenance or unapproved modifications.

(c)

For warranty repairs, the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co. service center as soon as a problem exists. Call

1-800-544-2444 or access our web site at: www.kohlerengines.com for the names of the nearest service centers. The warranty

repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

If you have any questions regarding warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Kohler Co. at 1-920-457-4441 and ask for an

Engine Service representative.

COVERAGE

Kohler Co. warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine will be designed, built and equipped, at the

time of sale, to meet all applicable regulations. Kohler Co. also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser, that the

engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for a period

of two years.

Engines produced in 1995 or later are warranted for two years in California. For 1997 and later model years, EPA requires manufacturers to

warrant engines for two years in all other states. 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, the part will be replaced by Kohler Co. 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.

Kohler Co. shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized Kohler Co. engine dealer or warranty station. Warranty repair work done at an

authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to the owner if such work determines that a warranted part is defective.

Listed below are the parts covered by the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty. Some parts listed below may require

scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. The warranted parts are:

•

Oxygen sensor (if equipped)

•

Ignition module(s) with high tension lead

•

Intake manifold (if equipped)

•

Gaseous fuel regulator (if equipped)

•

Exhaust manifold (if equipped)

•

Electronic control unit (if equipped)

•

Catalytic muffler (if equipped)

•

Carburetor or fuel injection system

•

Fuel metering valve (if equipped)

•

Fuel lines (if equipped)

•

Spark advance module (if equipped)

•

Air filter, fuel filter, and spark plugs (only

•

Crankcase breather

to first scheduled replacement point)

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Summary of Contents for Aegis 20 HP

Page 1: ...KOHLER AEGIS 20 23 HP LIQUID COOLED VERTICAL CRANKSHAFT OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...njury to yourself and others To insure safe operations please read the following statements and understand their meaning Also refer to your equipment owner s manual for other important safety informat...

Page 3: ...d 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 Sh...

Page 4: ...t is recommended Such a container is easier to handle and helps eliminate spillage during refueling Do not use gasoline left over from the previous season to minimize gum deposits in your fuel system...

Page 5: ...n engine always give the Model Specification and Serial Numbers of the engine The engine identification numbers appear on a decal affixed to the engine blower housing Include letter suffixes if there...

Page 6: ...he throttle control midway between the slow and fast positions Place the choke control into the on position 2 Start the engine by activating the key switch Release the switch as soon as the engine sta...

Page 7: ...Area page 14 High Temperature Sensor Some engines are equipped with a high temperature sensor mounted in the cooling system If the safe operating temperature is exceeded it will either shut off the en...

Page 8: ...as1 Replace fuel filter Every 25 Hours Daily or Before Starting Engine Every 100 Hours Annually or Every 200 Hours Change oil and oil filter more frequently under severe conditions Check spark plug co...

Page 9: ...e oil Change the oil and oil filter as follows see Figure 7 1 To keep dirt debris etc out of the engine clean the area around the oil fill cap dipstick before removing it 2 Remove one of the oil drain...

Page 10: ...the coolant level in the overflow reservoir and clean away any debris accumulation daily or before each use At the same time inspect the hoses and all connections for signs of leakage Servicing Engin...

Page 11: ...of all the old coolant properly according to local regulations Figure 14 Tipping Bracket Away after Removing Reservoir Cap Loosen Screws Figure 15 Removing Reservoir Figure 11 Removing Radiator Cap 4...

Page 12: ...ant Recommendations Section refer to the anti freeze manufacturers instructions on the container but do not exceed 70 anti freeze 3 Fill the radiator with the coolant mixture Allow coolant to drain in...

Page 13: ...ulation If required the screen assembly may also be separated from the upper blower housing by unsnapping it from the underside See Figures 18 19 and 20 Check all parts for wear cracks or damage Repla...

Page 14: ...e with a blocked air intake screen dirty or plugged radiator cooling fins and or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating 3 Unhook the element retaining strap and remove the...

Page 15: ...ld remain in the spark plug and enter the engine causing extensive wear and damage 3 Check the gap using a wire feeler gauge Adjust the gap to 0 76 mm 0 030 in by carefully bending the ground electrod...

Page 16: ...n at half throttle for 5 to 10 minutes to warm up The engine must be warm before making final settings Low idle speed RPM setting 1 Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position Set the lo...

Page 17: ...uel system must be completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration If you choose to use a stabilizer follow the manufacturers recommendations and add the...

Page 18: ...n residential are warranted for one 1 year from date of purchase except catalytic mufflers which are warranted for two 2 years This warranty does not apply to defects caused by casualty or unreasonabl...

Page 19: ...or warranty repairs the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co service center as soon as a problem exists Call 1 800 544 2444 or access our web site at www kohlerengines com for the names of the near...

Page 20: ...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 warr...

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