Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product K341 Kohler
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OWNER’S MANUAL MODELS ’ K241/ K301 (10 hP) (12 hp) K321,& K341 (14 hp) operating & maintenance instructions (16 hP) Congratulations - You have selected a fine four-cycle, single cylinder, air-cooled engine. Kohler designs long life strength and on-the-job durability into each engine.
Safety Precautions I 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.
Safety Precautions (Cont.) A WARNING 3 @ l $5 St 0 : F Accidental Starts can cause Carbon Monoxide can cause severe injury or death. severe nausea, fainting or death.
Air Filter Ignition Coil Blowe !r ,HOUSI Air lnta Screen *NOTE: Dipstick or oil fill plug is optional and may vary depending on engine specification. I Cooling Shrouds Spark Plug Carbur / ‘etor / Oil Drain Oil Pan Figure 1. Typical Command Horizontal Shaft Engine.
Fuel Recommendations A WARNING: Explosive Fuel! Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or flames.
Cold Weather Starting Hints 1. Be sure to use the proper oil for the temperature expected. See Figure 2 on page 4. 2. Declutch all possible external loads. 3. Set speed control at part throttle position. 4. A warm battery has much more starting capacity than a cold battery.
Angle of Operation This engine will operate continuously at angles up to 30°. Check oil level to assure crankcase oil level is at the ‘IF” mark. Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Because of equipment design or application, there may be more stringent restrictions regarding the angle of operation.
Check Oil Level The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil BEFORE EACH USE as follows: 1. Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and is For a new engine, change oil after the first 5 hours cool so the oil has had time to drain into the of operation.
Wing Nut Air Filter Precleaner Figure 6. Air Cleaner Housing Components. Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine. Check for buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system. Keep this area clean. Also check for loose or damaged components.
3. Check gap using a wire feeler gauge. Spark plug gaps are as follows: Battery/Breakerless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .035” Magneto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 025” Gaseous Fuel Engines . . . . . . . . . ,018” (Magneto/Battery Only) Adjust the gap as necessary by carefully bending the ground electrode.
l Make sure fuel is reaching the carburetor. This includes checking the fuel lines and fuel pump for restrictions or faulty components, replace as necessary. l Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and all air cleaner element components are fastened securely.
Walbro Carburetor Adjustment In general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the carburetor. This gives a leaner fuel-to-air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the carburetor.
6. Low Idle Fuel Needle Setting: Turn the adjusting needle in (clockwise). The engine speed may increase, then it will decrease as the needle is turned in (lean). Note the position of the needle. Back the needle out approximately l/8 to l/4 turn. See Figure 11 for best low idle fuel performance.
Storage If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure: 1 . 2 . Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine. Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation. See “Change Oil” on page 8.
Specifications Model: ................................................................................... K241 ................. K301 ................ K321 ................... K341 Bore: ................................................. inches (millimeters) .
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