Kohler Courage SV470 Manual de usuario

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SV470-SV620

Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT: Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully before

operating equipment. Refer to operating instruction of

equipment that this engine powers.

Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing any

maintenance or service.

Warranty coverage as outlined in the warranty card and on

KohlerEngines.com. Please review carefully as it provides you

speciﬁc rights and obligations.

Record engine information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage.

Engine Model

Speciﬁcation

Serial Number

Purchase Date

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California Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known

to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

WARNING

Explosive Fuel

can cause ﬁres

and severe

burns.

Do not ﬁll fuel

tank while

engine is hot or

running.

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. Spilled fuel

could ignite if it comes in

contact with hot parts or

sparks from ignition. Never

use gasoline as a cleaning

agent.

WARNING

Hot Parts can

cause severe

burns.

Do not touch

engine while

operating or just

after stopping.

Never operate engine with

heat shields or guards

removed.

WARNING

Rotating Parts

can cause

severe injury.

Stay away while

engine is in

operation.

Keep hands, feet, hair,

and clothing away from all

moving parts to prevent

injury. Never operate engine

with covers, shrouds, or

guards removed.

WARNING

Accidental

Starts can cause

severe injury or

death.

Disconnect and

ground spark

plug lead(s)

before servicing.

Before working on engine or

equipment, disable engine

as follows: 1) Disconnect

spark plug lead(s). 2)

Disconnect negative (–)

battery cable from battery.

WARNING

Carbon

Monoxide can

cause severe

nausea, fainting

or death.

Avoid inhaling

exhaust fumes.

Engine exhaust gases

contain poisonous carbon

monoxide. Carbon

monoxide is odorless,

colorless, and can cause

death if inhaled.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: A hazard that could result in death, serious injury, or substantial property damage.

CAUTION: A hazard that could result in minor personal injury or property damage.

NOTE: is used to notify people of important installation, operation, or maintenance information.

WARNING

Electrical Shock

can cause injury.

Do not touch

wires while

engine is

running.

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AAir Cleaner BAir Cleaner

Knobs COil Drain Plug DOil Filter

EMain Control

Bracket FFuel Filter GOil Fill/Dipstick HDebris Screen

Pre-Start Checklist

1. Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overﬁll.

2. Check fuel level. Add fuel if low. Check fuel system components and lines for leaks.

3. Check and clean cooling areas, air intake areas and external surfaces of engine (particularly

after storage).

4. Check that air cleaner components and all shrouds, equipment covers, and guards are in place

and securely fastened.

5. Check spark arrestor (if equipped).

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Starting

WARNING

Carbon Monoxide can cause

severe nausea, fainting or death.

Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes.

Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous

carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is

odorless, colorless, and can cause death if

inhaled.

WARNING

Rotating Parts can cause severe

injury.

Stay away while engine is in

operation.

Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away

from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never

operate engine with covers, shrouds, or

guards removed.

Refer to operating instructions of equipment

this engine powers for speciﬁc starting

instructions.

Cold Weather Starting Hints

1. Use proper oil for temperature expected.

2. Disengage all possible external loads.

3. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade

fuel has higher volatility to improve starting.

Stopping

1. If possible, remove load by disengaging all

PTO driven attachments.

2. Position throttle control between half and full

throttle; stop engine.

Angle of Operation

Refer to operating instructions of equipment

this engine powers. Do not operate this engine

exceeding maximum angle of operation; see

speciﬁcation table. Engine damage could result

from insufﬁcient lubrication.

Engine Speed

NOTE: Do not tamper with governor setting to

increase maximum engine speed.

Overspeed is hazardous and will void

warranty.

High Altitude Operation

This engine may require a high altitude

carburetor kit to ensure correct engine

operation at altitudes above 4000 ft.

(1219 meters). To obtain high altitude kit

information or to ﬁnd a Kohler authorized dealer

visit KohlerEngines.com or call 1-800-544-2444

(U.S. and Canada).

This engine should be operated in its original

conﬁguration below 4000 ft. (1219 meters) as

damage may occur if high altitude carburetor kit

is installed and operated below 4000 ft. (1219

meters).

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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

We recommend use of Kohler oils for best

performance. Other high-quality detergent

oils (including synthetic) of API (American

Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher

are acceptable. Select viscosity based on air

temperature at time of operation as shown in

table below.

°F -20 020324060

50 80 100

°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40

5W-30

10W-30

SAE 30

Check Oil Level

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or

damage, never run engine with oil level

below or above operating range

indicator on dipstick.

Ensure engine is cool. Clean oil ﬁll/dipstick

areas of any debris.

1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off.

2. Reinsert dipstick into tube; press completely

down.

3. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level

should be at top of indicator on dipstick.

4. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of

indicator mark.

5. Reinstall and secure dipstick.

Maintenance Schedule

Every 25 Hours or Annually¹

●Service/replace precleaner (if equipped).

●Replace air cleaner element (if not equipped with precleaner).

Every 100 Hours or Annually¹

●Replace air cleaner element (if equipped with precleaner).

●Change oil and ﬁlter.

●Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas.

Every 100 Hours

●Replace fuel ﬁlter.

●Check that all fasteners are in place and components are properly secured.

Every 200 Hours²

●Have valve lash checked/adjusted.

Every 500 Hour

●Replace spark plug and set gap.

¹ Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.

² Have a Kohler authorized dealer perform this service.

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Fuel Recommendations

WARNING

Explosive Fuel can cause ﬁres

and severe burns.

Do not ﬁll fuel tank while engine is

hot or running.

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. Spilled fuel could

ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or

sparks from ignition. Never use gasoline as a

cleaning agent.

NOTE: E15, E20 and E85 are NOT approved

and should NOT be used; effects of

old, stale or contaminated fuel are not

warrantable.

Fuel must meet these requirements:

●Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

●Octane rating of 87 (R+M)/2 or higher.

●Research Octane Number (RON) 90 octane

minimum.

●Gasoline up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90%

unleaded is acceptable.

●Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and

unleaded gasoline blend (max 15% MTBE by

volume) are approved.

●Do not add oil to gasoline.

●Do not overﬁll fuel tank.

●Do not use gasoline older than 30 days.

Fuel Line

Low permeation fuel line must be installed on

carbureted Kohler Co. engines to maintain EPA

and CARB regulatory compliance.

Change Oil and Filter

Change oil while engine is warm.

1. Clean area around oil ﬁll cap/dipstick.

Remove drain plug and oil ﬁll cap/dipstick.

Allow oil to drain completely.

2. Clean area around oil ﬁlter. Place a container

under ﬁlter to catch any oil and remove ﬁlter.

Wipe off mounting surface. Reinstall drain

plug. Torque to 125 in. lb. (14 N·m).

3. Place new ﬁlter in shallow pan with open end

up. Fill with new oil until oil reaches bottom

of threads. Allow 2 minutes for oil to be

absorbed by ﬁlter material.

4. Apply a thin ﬁlm of clean oil to rubber gasket

on new ﬁlter.

5. Refer to instructions on oil ﬁlter for proper

installation.

6. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be

at top of indicator on dipstick.

7. Reinstall oil ﬁll cap/dipstick and tighten

securely.

8. Start engine; check for oil leaks. Stop engine;

correct leaks. Recheck oil level.

9. Dispose of used oil and ﬁlter in accordance

with local ordinances.

Oil Sentry™(if equipped)

This switch is designed to prevent engine

from starting in a low oil or no oil condition. Oil

Sentry™may not shut down a running engine

before damage occurs. In some applications

this switch may activate a warning signal. Read

your equipment manuals for more information.

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Breather Tube

Ensure both ends of breather tube are properly

connected.

Air Cooling

WARNING

Hot Parts can cause severe

burns.

Do not touch engine while

operating or just after stopping.

Never operate engine with heat shields or

guards removed.

Proper cooling is essential. To prevent over

heating, clean screens, cooling ﬁns, and other

external surfaces of engine. Avoid spraying

water at wiring harness or any electrical

components. See Maintenance Schedule.

Repairs/Service Parts

We recommend that you use a Kohler

authorized dealer for all maintenance,

service, and replacement parts for engine.

To ﬁnd a Kohler authorized dealer visit

KohlerEngines.com or call 1-800-544-2444

(U.S. and Canada).

Storage

If engine will be out of service for 2 months or

more follow procedure below.

1. Add Kohler PRO Series fuel treatment or

equivalent to fuel tank. Run engine 2-3

minutes to get stabilized fuel into fuel system

(failures due to untreated fuel are not

warrantable).

2. Change oil while engine is still warm from

operation. Remove spark plug(s) and pour

about 1 oz. of engine oil into cylinder(s).

Replace spark plug(s) and crank engine

slowly to distribute oil.

3. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable.

4. Store engine in a clean, dry place.

Spark Plugs

CAUTION

Electrical Shock can cause injury.

Do not touch wires while engine

is running.

Clean out spark plug recess. Remove plug and

replace.

1. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust

gap, see speciﬁcation table for adjustment.

2. Install plug into cylinder head.

3. Torque plug to 20 ft. lb. (27 N·m).

Air Cleaner

NOTE: Operating engine with loose or

damaged air cleaner components

could cause premature wear and

failure. Replace all bent or damaged

components.

NOTE: Paper element cannot be blown out

with compressed air.

Loosen knobs and remove air cleaner cover.

Precleaner (if equipped):

1. Remove precleaner.

2. Replace or wash precleaner in warm water

with detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry.

3. Saturate precleaner with new engine oil;

squeeze out excess oil.

4. Reinstall precleaner into cover, aligning hole

in precleaner with upper cover knob.

Paper Element:

1. Remove element from base; replace

element.

2. Install element with pleated side out and seat

rubber seal onto edges of base.

Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with

knobs.

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Troubleshooting

Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special

timing or adjustment procedures. This work should be performed by a Kohler authorized dealer.

Possible Cause

Problem No

Fuel

Improper

Fuel

Dirt In

Fuel

Line

Dirty

Debris

Screen

Incorrect

Oil Level

Engine

Overloaded

Dirty Air

Cleaner

Faulty

Spark

Plug

Will Not Start ●●● ● ● ● ●

Hard Starting ●● ●●●●

Stops Suddenly ● ●●●●●●

Lacks Power ●●●● ● ● ●

Operates Erratically ●●● ● ● ●

Knocks or Pings ●● ● ●

Skips or Misﬁres ●●● ● ●

Backﬁres ●● ● ● ●

Overheats ●●●● ● ●

High Fuel

Consumption ●●●

Engine Speciﬁcations

Model Bore Stroke Displacement Oil Capacity

(Reﬁll) Spark Plug

Gap

Maximum Angle

of Operation

(@ full oil level)*

SV470

3.7 in.

(94 mm)

3.4 in.

(86 mm)

36.4 cu. in.

(597 cc)

1.6 U.S. qt.

1.5 L

0.03 in.

(0.76 mm) 25°

SV480

SV530

SV540

SV590

SV600

SV610

SV620

*Exceeding maximum angle of operation may cause engine damage from insufﬁcient lubrication.

Additional speciﬁcation information can be found in service manual at KohlerEngines.com.

Exhaust Emission Control System for models SV470-SV620 is EM for U.S. EPA, California, and

Europe.

Any and all horsepower (hp) references by Kohler are Certiﬁed Power Ratings and per SAE J1940

& J1995 hp standards. Details on Certiﬁed Power Ratings can be found at KohlerEngines.com.

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