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California

Proposition 65 Warning

Safety Precautions

Engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

WARNING

Explosive Fuel can cause fires and

severe burns.

Stop engine before filling fuel tank.

WARNING

Explosive Fuel!

Gasoline is extremely flammable

and its vapors can explode if

ignited. Store gasoline only in

approved containers, in well

ventilated, unoccupied buildings,

away from sparks or flames. Do not

fill the fuel tank while the engine is

hot or running, since spilled fuel

could ignite if it comes in contact

with hot parts or sparks from

ignition. Do not start the engine near

spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a

cleaning agent.

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.

For Your Safety!

These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result

in injury 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 information. This manual

contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that 

can

 cause 

severe

 personal injury, death,

or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that 

will

 or 

can

 cause 

minor

 personal injury

or property damage if the caution is ignored.

NOTE

Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information that is important

but not hazard-related.

Hot Parts can cause severe burns.

Do not touch engine while operating

or just after stopping.

Hot Liquid!

The liquid coolant can get extremely

hot from operation. Turning the

radiator cap when the engine is hot

can allow steam and scalding liquid

to blow out and burn you severely.

Shut off machine. Only remove

radiator cap when cool enough to

touch with bare hands. Slowly

loosen cap to first stop to relieve

pressure before removing

completely.

Hot liquid can cause severe burns.

Do not loosen radiator cap while

engine is operating or warm to the

touch.

WARNING

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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