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Kohler COMMAND20=25HP manual

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    0 WNER 's MANUAL COMMAND 20=25 HP HOREONUL CRANKSHAFT LP Gas Fueled or Dual-Fueled (LP Gas - Gasoline) -- RUN'"[...]

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    Safety Precautions To insure safe operations please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also refer to your equipment owner's manual for other important safety information. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully. a WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence of a haz[...]

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    Safefy Precautions (Conf.) GasoEne is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, a way from sparks or flames. Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or spa[...]

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    Air Cleaner Dipstick , ! tric / si :igure I, Typical Command Horizontal Shaft LP Gas Fueled Engine, Oil Recommendations Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. So is checking oil daily and changing oil regularly. Using oil that is incorrect or dirty can cause premature engine wear and failure. Synthetic oil [...]

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    LPG Engines LPG Fuel Recommendations Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from an appropriate LP fuel tank (supplied separately) is required to operate this engine. a WARNING: Pressurized LPG! Fuel tanks are filled under pressure and should be handled with care. To prevent tank damage which could endanger the safety of the operator or persons in the area,[...]

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    Engine Identification Numbers When ordering parts, or in any communication involving an engine, always give the Model, Specification, and Serial Numbers of the engine. CARB The engine identification numbers appear on a decal affixed to the engine shrouding. Include letter suffixes, if there are any. Moderate Intermediate Extended 125 hours 250 hour[...]

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    Starting 1. Place the throttle control in the idle position. Place the choke control into the “on”position. See Figure 5. On dual-fueled engines, place the three- position fuel control switch in the gasoline position and place the throttle control between half and full throttle (engine must be started and run on gasoline for 1 minute to heat up[...]

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    Battery A 12 volt battery is normally used. Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers for specific battery requirements. If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the battery (see page 12). Operating Angle of Operation This engine will operate continuously at angles up to 25". Check oil[...]

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    Maintenance Schedule These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table. They should also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up. Every 100 Hours I Frequency I Maintenance Required Change Oil. Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas’. Daily or Before Starting Engine Everv200 Hours Every 25 H[...]

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    Oil SentryTM Some engines are equipped with an optional Oil Sentry’” oil pressure switch. If the oil pressure decreases below an acceptable level, the Oil Sentry’” will either shut off the engine or activate a warning signal, depending on the application. NOTE: Make sure the oil level is checked BEFORE EACH USE and is maintained up to the ?[...]

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    8. Test run the engine to check for leaks. Stop the engine, allow a minute for the oil to drain down, and recheck the level on the dipstick. Add more oil as necessary so the oil level is up to but not over the "F" mark on the dipstick. Service Precleaner and Air Cleaner Element This engine is equipped with a replaceable, high density pape[...]

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    7. When element replacement is necessary order genuine Kohler parts. I CH20-22 I CH25 I I 47083034 I 2408303-S I Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas To ensure proper cooling, make sure the flywheel screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 700 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, [...]

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    Fuel Filter The filter of the LP fuel system is an integral part within the lock-off/filter assembly. All service relating to the lock-off/filter is to be performed by an authorized Kohler Engine Service Dealer or qualified LP personnel only. Servicing of filter is recommended every 500 hours. The gasoline system (dual-fuel only) has an in-line fue[...]

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    4. Reinstall plug using Teflon@ pipe sealant (not Teflon@ tape) on threads and tighten securely. If required, a replacement plug is available as Kohler Part No. X-75-23-S. All Regulators Every 1500 Hours: Complete cleaning (disassembling, servicing, and resetting) of regulator at 1500 hour intervals is recommended. As all adjustments and settings m[...]

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    Storage When the engine is not in use, use the following storage procedure. Federal, state, or local laws governing LPG fuel tank storage may also apply. Follow the applicable storage laws. 1. Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine. 2. Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation. See "Change Oil and Oil Filter&qu[...]

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    LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND ENGINE WARRANTY We warrant to the original consumer that each new Command engine sold by us will be free from manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship in normal service for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, provided it is operated and maintained in accordance with Kohler Co.’s instructions and manual[...]

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    (c) For 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 website at www.kohlerengines.com, for the names of the nearest setvice centers. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions[...]

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    FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN US. AND CANADA, CALL 1-800-544-2444 60- 110 RUN'" ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044 I FORM NO.: TP-2483-C ISSUED: 10/96 LITHO IN U.S.A.[...]