Kohler MAGNUM 18vhp Owner's Manual - Page 4

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Blower

Spark Plug

Housing

Cooling

Fins

Oil

Drain

Figure 1. Typical Magnum Vertical Shaft Engine.

Engine Identification Numbers

When ordering parts, or in any communication involving

an engine, always give the Model, Specification, and

Serial Numbers of the engine.

The engine identification numbers appear on a decal

(or decals) affixed to the engine shrouding. Include

letter suffixes, if there are any.

MODEL NO.

SPEC. NO.

DISPL (CC)

SERIAL NO.

REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR

SAFETY, MAINTENANCE SPECS

AND ADJUSTMENTS. FOR SALES

AND SERVICE IN US/CANADA CALL:

1-800-544-2444

KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WI USA

EXPORT OR

REPLACEMENT ENGINE

Figure 2. Engine Identification Label.

Record your engine identification numbers on the

identification label illustration (Figure 2) for future

reference.

Air Cleaner

Spark Plug

Cooling

Fins

Carburetor

DO NOT remove

this plugs.

DO NOT use these

feet to mount the

engine.

Electric

Starter

Oil Pan

DO NOT remove

these plugs.

Oil Recommendations

Using the proper type and weight crankcase oil is

extremely important as is checking oil daily and

changing oil and filter regularly. Failure to use the

correct oil or using dirty oil causes premature engine

wear and failure.

Before each start, make sure the crankcase is filled

with proper type and quantity of oil.

Oil Type

Use high-quality detergent oil of API (American

Petroleum Institute) service class SG, SH, SJ or

higher. Select the viscosity based on the air

temperature at the time of operation as shown in the

table.

*Use of synthetic oil having 5W-20 or 5W-30 rating is

acceptable, up to 4°C (40°F).

**Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme

cold below -23°C (-10°F).

Figure 3. Viscosity Grades Table.

Air Intake

Screen

Oil Fill/

Dipstick

Oil

Filter

Oil

Drain