Kohler Command 6 HP XKE Series, Owner'S Manual

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Check Oil Level
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper
oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized.
Check oil BEFORE EACH USE as follows:
1. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and is
cool so the oil has had time to drain into the sump.
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2. To keep dirt, debris, etc., out of the engine, clean
the area around the oil fill/check plug before
removing it.
3. Unthread and remove the oil fill/check plug.
4. The level should be up to but not over, the point of
overflowing the filler neck.
5. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type, up to
the point of overflowing the filler neck. (Refer to
“Oil Type” on page 4.) Always check the level
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 point of
overflowing the filler neck.
Change Oil
For a new engine, change oil after the first hour of
operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 25 hours
of operation.
For an overhauled engine or those rebuilt with a
new short block, use 10W-30 – weight service class
SG, SH, SJ or higher oil for the first hour of operation.
Change the oil after this initial run-in period. 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 freely and carry away more impurities. Make
sure the engine is level when filling, checking, or
changing the oil.
Change the oil 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 the oil drain plug and oil fill/check plug.
Be sure to allow ample time for complete
drainage.
3. Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened
to 17.6 N·m (13 ft. lb.) torque.
4. Fill the crankcase, with new oil of the proper type,
up to the point of overflowing the filler neck. Refer
to “Oil Type” on page 4. Always check the level
before adding more oil.
5. Reinstall the oil fill/check plug and tighten
securely.
Figure 6. Location of Oil Drain and Check Plugs.
NOTE: Just because you can see oil in the crankcase
doesn't mean the level is in the safe range.
Bring the level up to the point of overflowing
the filler neck.
Figure 7. Cutaway Showing Proper Oil Level.
Filler Neck
Oil Drain Plug
Oil Fill/Check Plug
Filler Neck
Bring Level Up
To Point Of
Overflow