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4. Reinstall plug using Teflon

®

 pipe sealant (not

Teflon

®

 tape) on threads and tighten securely. If

required, a replacement plug is available as
Kohler Part No. X-75-23-S.

All Regulators
Every 1500 Hours:

Complete cleaning (disassembling, servicing, and
resetting) of regulator at 1500 hour intervals is
recommended. As all adjustments and settings must
be reset using specific test equipment, this must be
performed by an 

authorized Kohler Engine Service

Dealer or qualified LP personnel only

.

Lock-Off/Filter Assembly

This opens, closes, and filters the liquid fuel flow from
the supply tank before reaching the vaporizer.
Servicing, if required, is to be performed by an
authorized Kohler Engine Service Dealer or qualified
LP personnel only. See Figure 13.

Vaporizer

The vaporizer changes the Liquified Petroleum (LP)
from the supply tank to a gaseous/vapor state. Other
than keeping the body clean, no maintenance,
adjustment, or servicing is required. See Figure 13.

Leakage Check/Testing

Every 500 hours or annually

. With LPG tank valve

fully opened, engine not running, turn key switch 

‘‘on.’’

Check all LPG system connections and lines for leaks
using soapy water. Any leakage must be corrected

before

restarting engine. Have service performed by

an authorized Kohler Engine Service Dealer or
qualified LP personnel only.

Troubleshooting - Fuel Related

If engine problems are experienced that appear to be
fuel system related, check the following areas before
seeking service assistance.

• Make sure the LPG tank is properly filled (never to

more than 80 percent of total capacity). An air
space must be present in the tank to allow fuel to
expand.

• Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and all

air cleaner components are fastened securely.

• Check for loose, kinked, or cracked vacuum lines

causing regulator not to open.

• Check to make sure the fuel valve on LPG tank is

fully open.

• Check gauge on LPG tank to make sure pressure

is sufficient to open the regulator.

• For problems with the gasoline system (dual-fuel),

check that there is adequate fresh fuel in the tank,
the fuel valve at the tank (if so equipped) is open,
the fuel tank cap is properly vented, the lines are
not kinked or blocked, and that the in-line filter is
not dirty or restricted.

If after checking the items listed above, the engine is
hard to start, runs roughly, or stalls at low idle speed,
qualified fuel system servicing may be necessary.
Contact your nearest authorized Kohler Engine Service
Dealer for further assistance.

Troubleshooting

When troubles occur, be sure to check the simple causes which at first may seem too obvious to be considered.
For example, a starting problem could be caused by an empty fuel tank. Some common causes of engine troubles
are listed in the following table.

Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special timing or
adjustment procedures. Have your Kohler Engine Service Dealer do this work.

Dirt

Dirty/

In

Restricted

Dirty

Incorrect

Dirty

Faulty Dirty/Possible

Cause

No

Improper

Fuel

Lock-off

Flywheel

Oil

Engine

Air

Spark

Restricted

Problem

Fuel

Fuel

Line

Fuel Filter

Screen

Level

Overloaded

Cleaner

Plug

Regulator

Will Not Start

Hard Starting

Stops Suddenly

Lacks Power

Operates Erratically

Knocks or Pings

Skips or Misfires

Backfires

Overheats

High Fuel Consumption

Summary of Contents for COMMAND 20-25 HP

Page 1: ...1 COMMAND 20 25 HP OWNER S MANUAL HORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT LP Gas Fueled or Dual Fueled LP Gas Gasoline OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...e 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...

Page 3: ...k of over 10 000 distributors and dealers Service support is just a phone call away Call 1 800 544 2444 U S Canada for Sales Service assistance To keep your engine in top operating condition follow th...

Page 4: ...y 500 hours to remove the accumulated deposits Dual fueled engines can use conventional oil without requiring special additional valve service Oil Type Use high quality oil of API American Petroleum I...

Page 5: ...ers 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 part...

Page 6: ...2 Disengage all possible external loads 3 Be sure the battery is in good condition A warm battery has much more starting capacity than a cold battery Engine Identification Numbers When ordering parts...

Page 7: ...t of fuel Turn off ignition switch If engine will not be restarted for some time also close fuel valve at LPG tank c To stop the engine from gasoline operation it should be running between half and fu...

Page 8: ...ng or immediately after it is turned off Never operate the engine with heat shields or guards removed Engine Speed NOTE Do not tamper with the governor setting to increase the maximum engine speed Ove...

Page 9: ...el below the L mark or over the F mark on the dipstick 1 Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty dirty conditions 2 Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this...

Page 10: ...fill cap and tighten securely Reinstall dipstick 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...

Page 11: ...this area clean Also check for loose or damaged components Replace all bent or damaged air cleaner components NOTE Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfilte...

Page 12: ...Check Spark Plugs Every 100 hours of operation remove the spark plugs check condition and reset the gap or replace with new plugs as necessary Every 300 hours or annually replace the spark plugs Repla...

Page 13: ...mpliance with government emission standards the regulator is preset at the factory to provide the proper supply of fuel No adjustment or resetting of regulator is to be made All service relating to th...

Page 14: ...l capacity An air space must be present in the tank to allow fuel to expand Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and all air cleaner components are fastened securely Check for loose kinked or cr...

Page 15: ...tely in an area designated for safe LPG tank storage On dual fuel units the gasoline fuel system must be completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration I...

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Page 17: ...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...

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