User manual KOHLER CH270

[. . . ] 8 Cold Weather Starting Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Operating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can cause death if inhaled. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and never run the engine in a closed Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine heat shields or guards removed. 4 Safety Precautions (Continued) WARNING WARNING CAUTION Rotating Parts can cause severe injury. Accidental Starts! can cause severe injury or death. Before working on the engine or equipment, disable the engine as follows: 1) 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. Electrical Shock! Never touch electrical wires or components while the engine is running. They can be sources of electrical shock. Symbols Associated With This Product Alert Read Manual On Choke Off Slow Start Fast STOP Stop Fuel Normal Operation Oil Cold Weather Operation 5 Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Cap Spark Plug Fuel Tank Shield Choke Lever Fuel Shut-Off Starter Handle Retractable Starter Throttle Lever On/Off Switch (If Equipped) Oil Fill Plug Dipstick Oil Drain Plug Oil Drain Plug Serial and Data Label Figure 1. Control and Service Point Locations. IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS U. S. EPA PH2, EC STAGE II (SN:X) AND CA 2008 AND LATER EXH/EVP EMISSION REGS FOR SI SORE. BUILD DATE EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD: EPA: CARB: CERTIFIED ON: REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING, SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS. 1-800-544-2444 kohlerengines. com AM S LE P Emission Compliance Period (Hours) EPA < 225 CC > 225 CC CARB Category C 125 hours 250 hours Moderate 125 hours Category B 250 hours 500 hours Intermediate 250 hours Category A 500 hours 1000 hours Extended 500 hours KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN, USA CRAFTED IN CHINA Figure 2. Serial and Data Label (Example). 6 Oil Recommendations Oil Type Filler Neck Filler Neck Fuel Tank Filter Maximum Fuel Level RE CO M M E N D ED SA E V ISC OSIT Y GR A D E S Kohler 10W-30 10W-30 SAE 30 5W-20, 5W-30 °F -20 °C -30 -20 0 -10 20 32 0 40 50 10 60 20 80 30 100 40 Fuel Tank TEMPERATURE RANGE EXPECTED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE Figure 4. Fuel Type Fuel Recommendations WARNING Gasoline/Alcohol blends if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact engine near spilled fuel. Gasoline/Ether blends General Recommendations 7 Operating Instructions Also read the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Pre-Start Checklist Starting ON Fuel Shut-Off Valve ON Figure 5. "On" Position of Fuel Shut-Off Valve. "on" WARNING Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can cause death if inhaled. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and never run the FAST Throttle Control SLOW Cold Weather Starting Hints Figure 6. "Fast" Position of Throttle Control. Choke Lever ON Figure 7. "On" Position of Choke Lever. OFF 8 Stopping "ON" On/Off Switch STOP FAST ON STOP SLOW STOP (If Equipped) Figure 8. Engine On/Off Switch. Throttle Control Figure 11. "Slow" Position of Throttle Control. [. . . ] Carburetor Cover Panel. "OFF" Fuel Valve Screen O-ring Fuel Valve Cup Figure 30. ON Pick-up Tube Screen O-ring Fuel Valve Cup Figure 31. Pick-up Tube and Screen Orientation. 16 Screen Screen WARNING Hot Parts can cause severe burns. Screw Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas at all times. 17 Carburetor Troubleshooting and Adjustments Screw Figure 33. High Speed Screw. Troubleshooting 18 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Problem Will Not Start Hard Starting Stops Suddenly Lacks Power Operates Erratically Knocks or Pings No Fuel Improper Fuel Dirt In Fuel Line Dirty Grass Screen Incorrect Oil Level Engine Overloaded Dirty Air Cleaner Faulty Spark Plug Overheats High Fuel Consumption Storage Transport OFF 19 Major Repair Parts Ordering Model: Bore: Stroke: Displacement: *Gross Power (@ 3600 RPM): *Net Power (@ 3600 RPM): Peak Torque @ RPM: Compression Ratio: Weight (Recoil Start): Oil Capacity: Fuel Tank Capacity: kg (lbs. ) L (U. S. [. . . ]