5
20 590 08 Rev. A
KohlerEngines.com
EN
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Before working on engine or equipment, disable
engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug
lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable
from battery.
Accidental Starts can cause
severe injury or death.
Disconnect and ground spark
plug lead(s) before servicing.
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be
performed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed
by a Kohler authorized dealer found at KohlerEngines.com or 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. and Canada).
Oil Recommendations
We recommend use of Kohler oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent
oils (including synthetic) of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher
are acceptable. Select viscosity based on air
temperature at time of operation as shown in
table below.
°F -20
0
20
32 40
60
50
80
100
°C -30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
40
5W-30
10W-30
SAE 30
Check Oil Level
NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or
damage, never run engine with oil level
below or above operating range
indicator on dipstick.
Ensure engine is cool. Clean oil
fi
ll/dipstick
areas of any debris.
1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off.
2. Reinsert dipstick into tube; press completely
down.
3. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level
should be at top of indicator on dipstick.
4. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of
indicator mark.
5. Reinstall and secure dipstick.
Maintenance Schedule
Every 25 Hours or Annually¹
●
Service/replace precleaner (if equipped).
●
Replace air cleaner element (if not equipped with precleaner).
Every 100 Hours or Annually¹
●
Replace air cleaner element (if equipped with precleaner).
●
Change oil and
fi
lter.
●
Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas.
Every 100 Hours
●
Replace fuel
fi
lter.
●
Check that all fasteners are in place and components are properly secured.
Every 200 Hours²
●
Have valve lash checked/adjusted.
Every 500 Hour
●
Replace spark plug and set gap.
¹ Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.
² Have a Kohler authorized dealer perform this service.
