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KohlerEngines.com
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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
All-season KOHLER
®
PRO 10W-50 Synthetic
Oil is the ideal oil for KOHLER engines. It is
specifi cally formulated to extend the oil change
interval to 300 Hours. Contact your Kohler
authorized dealer for availability.
300-Hour oil change intervals are exclusive to
and only authorized on KOHLER engines that
utilize the KOHLER PRO 10W-50 Synthetic
Oil. Alternative engine oils may be used with
KOHLER engines but require 100-Hour oil
change intervals for proper maintenance. Oil
must be API (American Petroleum Institute)
Maintenance Schedule
After fi rst 5 Hours
● Change oil (NOT required if using KOHLER PRO 10W-50 full-synthetic oil).
Every 50 Hours or Annually
● Service/replace dual-element precleaner.
Every 100 Hours or Annually
1
● Clean low-profi le air cleaner element.
● Replace dual-element air cleaner element.
● Change oil.
● Clean cooling areas.
● Clean spark arrestor (if equipped).
● Replace fuel fi lter (if equipped).
Every 100 Hours
2
● Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold.
Every 125 Hours or Annually
1
● Replace spark plug and set gap.
Every 200 Hours
2
● Replace fuel line.
Every 300 Hours
● Replace low-profi le air cleaner element.
Every 300 Hours
3
● Change oil (KOHLER PRO 10W-50 oil only).
1
Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.
2
Have a Kohler authorized dealer perform this service.
3
Option only if using KOHLER
®
PRO oil.
service class SJ or higher. Select viscosity
based on air temperature at time of operation
as shown 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
KOHLER PRO 10W-50