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Page 1: ...1 KOHLER TRIAD OHC TH520 TH650 HORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT OWNER S MANUAL...
Page 2: ...hields or guards removed Electrical Shock can cause injury Do not touch wires while engine is running CAUTION Electrical Shock Never touch electrical wires or components while the engine is running Th...
Page 3: ...present Congratulations You have selected a fine four cycle twin cylinder air cooled engine Kohler designs long life strength and on the job durability into each engine making a Kohler engine dependab...
Page 4: ...e and oil filter change procedures Fuel Recommendations WARNING Explosive Fuel Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited Store gasoline only in approved containers in well...
Page 5: ...bers 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...
Page 6: ...un at idle for 30 60 seconds then stop the engine b For engines equipped with a shutdown solenoid Position the throttle control somewhere between half and full throttle then stop the engine Pre Start...
Page 7: ...high speed for these engines is 3960 RPM no load Maintenance Instructions Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers expense ma...
Page 8: ...sure the engine is level when filling checking and changing the oil Change the oil as follows see Figure 6 1 To keep dirt debris etc out of the engine clean the area around the oil fill cap and dipsti...
Page 9: ...e a genuine Kohler oil filter Use chart below to determine part number to order Figure 7 Standard Air Cleaner Housing Components Figure 8 Standard Air Cleaner Components Air Cleaner Cover Cover Retain...
Page 10: ...improper fit Replace all damaged air cleaner components 6 Check the condition of the rubber seals on the air cleaner studs If they are worn damaged or their condition is questionable in any way repla...
Page 11: ...removing the spark plug clean the area around the base of the plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine 2 Remove the plug and check its condition Replace the plug if worn or reuse is questionabl...
Page 12: ...should be made only after the engine has warmed up The carburetor is designed to deliver the correct fuel to air mixture to the engine Fuel mixture settings are set at the factory and are not adjustab...
Page 13: ...ting 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 tha...
Page 14: ...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...
Page 15: ...or warranty repairs the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co service center as soon as a problem exists Call 1 800 544 2444 or access our web site at www kohlerengines com for the names of the near...
Page 16: ...nd maintenance of the engine Kohler Co recommends that all receipts and records covering the performance of regular maintenance be retained in case questions arise If the engine is resold during the w...
