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Change the oil as follows (see Figure 8):

1. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc., out of the

engine, clean the area around the oil fill cap/

dipstick before removing it.

2. Remove the oil drain plug and oil fill cap/dipstick.

Be sure to allow ample time for complete

drainage.

3. Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened

to 

13.6 N·m (10 ft. lb.)

 torque.

4. Fill the crankcase, with new oil of the proper type,

to the “F” mark on the dipstick. Refer to “Oil Type”

on page 4. Always check the level with the dipstick

before adding more oil.

5. Reinstall the oil fill cap or plug and tighten

securely.

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear 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.

Figure 7. Oil Level Dipstick.

5. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type, up to

the “F” mark on the dipstick. (Refer to “Oil Type”

on page 4.) Always check the level with the

dipstick before adding more oil.

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear 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 application.

NOTE: Make sure the oil level is checked 

BEFORE

EACH USE

 and is maintained up to the “F”

mark on the dipstick. This includes engines

equipped with Oil Sentry™.

Change Oil and Oil Filter

Change Oil

Change oil after every 

100 hours

 of operation. Refill

with service class SG, SH, SJ or higher oil as specified

in the “Viscosity Grades” table (Figure 2) on page 4.

Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil

will flow more freely and carry away more impurities.

Make sure the engine is level when filling, checking, or

changing the oil.

Operating

Range

“F” Mark

Figure 8. Oil Drain Plugs, Oil Filter, Oil Filter Drain

Plug, and Optional Oil Sentry™ Switch.

Optional Oil Sentry™ Switch

Oil Drain Plug

(Carb. Side)

Oil Filter

Optional Oil

Filter Drain Plug

Oil Drain Plug

(Starter Side)

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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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