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4.
Remove the fill cap (A) or use the dipstick fill
tube (D) to fill the crankcase with new oil of the
proper type to the F or FULL mark (B) on the
dipstick. Recheck oil level before adding more oil.
See Figures 2 and 3.
5.
Reinstall the oil fill cap and dipstick securely.
Change Oil Filter
1
2
3
See Figures
,
,
,
Replace the oil filter at least every other oil change
(every 200 hours of operation). Always use a genuine
Kohler oil filter. Replace the oil filter as follows:
1.
To keep dirt, debris, etc., out of the engine, clean
the area around the dipstick (D); remove the
dipstick. See Figure 1.
2.
Remove the oil drain plug on the starter side (A)
or the drain plug oil filter side (B). Allow ample
time for complete drainage. See Figure 4.
3.
Reinstall the drain plug (A or B) and torque to
13.6 N·m (10 ft. lb.). See Figure 4.
4.
To keep dirt, debris, etc., out of the engine, clean
the area around the oil filter (A); remove the oil
filter. See Figure 5.
5.
Wipe the surface where the oil filter mounts.
6.
Place a new replacement filter in a shallow pan
with the open end up. Pour new oil, of the proper
type, in through the threaded center hole. Stop
pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the
threads. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be
absorbed by the filter material.
7.
Apply a thin film of clean oil to the rubber gasket
on the new filter.
8.
Install the new oil filter to the filter adapter or oil
cooler. Refer to instructions on the oil filter for
proper installation.
9.
Remove the fill cap (A) or use the dipstick fill
tube (D) to fill the crankcase with new oil of the
proper type to the F or FULL mark (B) on the
dipstick. Recheck oil level before adding more oil.
(Refer to
Check Oil Level
10. Reinstall the oil fill cap and dipstick securely
11. 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. Verify
the oil level is up to but not over the F or FULL
mark (B) on the dipstick. See Figure 2.
4
5
, and
.) See Figures 2 and 3.
Service Oil Cooler (If Equipped)
5
See Figure
Some engines are equipped with an optional oil
cooler. Inspect and clean oil cooler every 100 hours of
operation (more frequently under severe conditions).
Oil cooler must be kept free of debris. Service the oil
cooler as follows:
1.
Remove the hardware (B), holding the oil cooler
(C) to the blower housing (D).
2.
Clean the inside of the cooler with a brush.
3.
Reinstall the oil cooler (C) to the blower housing
(D) securing with the mounting hardware (B).
Air Cleaner Service
Heavy-Duty Air Cleaner
1
6
See Figures
,
, and
Weekly and every 150 hours: Check filter minder (F)
(if equipped), perform inspection of the paper element
(B) and inlet screen (G) area. See Figure 6.
Annually or every 300 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty or dirty conditions), replace
the paper element and check the inner element.
Follow these steps.
Do not wash the paper element and inner element or
use compressed air, this will damage the elements.
Replace dirty, bent or damaged elements with new
genuine Kohler elements as required. Handle the new
elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces
are bent or damaged.
1.
Unhook the two retaining clips (B) on each end
and remove the end caps from the air cleaner
housing (D). See Figures 1 and 6.
2.
Check and clean the inlet screen (G) using a
brush. See Figure 6.
3.
Remove and inspect the air cleaner outer
element (B). Replace if it appears dirty or is at the
annually or 300 hour interval. See Figure 6.
4.
Remove and inspect the air cleaner inner
element (C). Replace if it appears dirty or is at the
600 hour interval. See Figure 6.
5.
Clean the area around the base of the inner
element before removing it, so dirt does not get
into the engine. See Figure 6.
6.
Check all parts for wear, cracks, or damage, and
make sure ejector area (B) is clean. Replace any
damaged components. See Figure 7.
7.
Install elements (B and C) and covers (A and E) in
reverse order of removal. See Figure 6.
8.
Secure covers with clips (B). See Figure 1.
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