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LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND ENGINE WARRANTY

We warrant to the original consumer that each new COMMAND engine sold by us will be free from manufacturing defects in materials or

workmanship in normal service for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, provided it is operated and maintained in accordance

with Kohler Co.’s instructions and manuals.

Our obligation under this warranty is expressly limited, at our option, to the replacement or repair at Kohler Co., Kohler, Wisconsin 53044,

or at a service facility designated by us of such parts as inspection shall disclose to have been defective.

EXCLUSIONS:

Mufflers on engines used commercially (non-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 unreasonable use, including faulty repairs by others and failure to provide

reasonable and necessary maintenance.

The following items are not covered by this warranty:

Engine accessories such as fuel tanks, clutches, transmissions, power-drive assemblies, and batteries, unless supplied or installed by

Kohler Co. These are subject to the warranties, if any, of their manufacturers.

WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, including but

not limited to labor costs or transportation charges in connection with the repair or replacement of defective parts.

ANY IMPLIED OR STATUARY WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. We make no other express warranty, nor

is any one authorized to make any in our behalf.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:

Purchaser must bring the engine to an authorized Kohler service facility.  For the facility nearest you, consult your Yellow Pages or write

Kohler Co., Attn:  Engine Warranty Service Dept., Kohler, Wisconsin, 53044.

ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044

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.

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Summary of Contents for Comand Series

Page 1: ...1 OWNER S MANUAL COMMAND SERIES CV11 CV12 5 CV13 CV14 CV15 CV16 CV460 CV490 VERTICAL CRANKSHAFT All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 2: ...gine 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 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 Hot Parts Engine components can get extremely...

Page 3: ...to each engine making a Kohler engine dependable dependability you can count on Here are some reasons why Efficient overhead valve design and full 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 t...

Page 4: ... 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 Blower Housing Air ...

Page 5: ...roved as a fuel for Kohler engine Other gasoline ether blends are not approved Engine Identification Numbers When ordering parts or in any communication involving an engine always give the Model Specification and Serial Numbers of the engine The engine identification numbers appear on a decal affixed to the engine shrouding Include letter suffixes if there are any Figure 4 Engine Identification La...

Page 6: ...that the air cleaner components and all shrouds equipment covers and guards are in place and securely fastened Check that any clutches or transmissions are disengaged or placed in neutral This is especially important on equipment with hydrostatic drive The shift lever must be exactly in neutral to prevent resistance which could keep the engine from starting WARNING Lethal Exhaust Gases Engine exha...

Page 7: ...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 2a 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 b For engines equipped with a shutdown solenoid Position the thro...

Page 8: ...engine is stopped level and is cool so the oil has had time to drain into the sump 2 To keep dirt grass clippings etc out of the engine clean the area around the oil fill cap dipstick before removing it 3 Unthread and remove the oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube See Figure 6 Figure 6 Chec...

Page 9: ...ar or damage always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase Never operate the engine with the oil level below the L mark or over the F mark on the dipstick Oil Sentry Some engines are equipped with an optional Oil Sentry oil pressure switch If the oil pressure decreases below an acceptable level the Oil Sentry will either shut off the engine or activate a warning signal depending on the app...

Page 10: ...mark on the dipstick Service Precleaner and Air Cleaner Element This engine is equipped with a replaceable high density paper air cleaner element Most engines are also equipped with an oiled foam precleaner which surrounds the paper element See Figure 9 Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system Keep this area clea...

Page 11: ... grit Some grit could remain in the spark plug and enter the engine causing extensive wear and damage Service Paper Element Every 100 hours of operation replace the paper element if equipped with a precleaner Check every 25 hours of operation if not equipped with a precleaner More often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions 1 Loosen the air cleaner cover knob and remove the cover Remove the wi...

Page 12: ...ng If engine troubles are experienced that appear to be fuel system related check the following areas before adjusting the carburetor Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean fresh gasoline Make sure the fuel tank cap vent is not blocked and that it is operating properly Wire Gauge Ground Electrode Spark Plug Gap Figure 10 Servicing Spark Plug Battery Charging WARNING Explosive Gas Batteries p...

Page 13: ... is turned in lean Note the position of the needle Lean Rich Adjust to Midpoint Figure 12 Optimum Low Idle Fuel Setting 3 Low Idle Speed Setting Place the throttle control into the idle or slow position Set the low idle speed to 1200 RPM 75 RPM by turning the low idle speed adjusting screw in or out Check the speed using a tachometer NOTE The actual low idle speed depends on the application refer ...

Page 14: ...ts Ordering The engine Model Specification and Serial Numbers are required when ordering replacement parts from your Kohler Engine Service Dealer These numbers are found on the identification plate which is affixed to the engine shrouding Include letter suffixes if there are any See Engine Identification Numbers on page 5 Always insist on genuine Kohler parts All genuine Kohler parts meet strict s...

Page 15: ...Warranty Service Dept Kohler Wisconsin 53044 ENGINE DIVISION KOHLER CO KOHLER WISCONSIN 53044 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 equ...

Page 16: ...r 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 LIMITATIONS This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following a repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect improper mai...

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