KT610-KT620, KT715-KT745
Owner's Manual
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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 warranty card and on
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Please review carefully as it provides your specifi c rights and obligations.
To maintain compliance with applicable emission regulations, exhaust system
backpressure may not exceed limits which can be found on
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Search by Model No., then select Specs tab.
Kohler Engines has published CO2 values on KohlerEngines.com website.
Record engine information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage.
Engine Model
Specifi cation
Serial Number
Purchase Date
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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
Explosive Fuel
can cause fi res
and severe
burns.
Do not fi ll fuel
tank while
engine is hot or
running.
Gasoline is extremely
fl ammable and its vapors
can explode if ignited.
Store gasoline only in
approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied
buildings, away from sparks
or fl ames. Spilled fuel
could ignite if it comes in
contact with hot parts or
sparks from ignition. Never
use gasoline as a cleaning
agent.
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
Carbon
Monoxide can
cause severe
nausea, fainting
or death.
Avoid inhaling
exhaust fumes.
Never run
engine indoors
or in enclosed
spaces.
Engine exhaust gases
contain poisonous carbon
monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is odorless,
colorless, and can cause
death if inhaled.
CAUTION
Electrical Shock
can cause injury.
Do not touch
wires while
engine is
running.
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
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: This product can expose you to chemicals
including carbon monoxide and benzene, which are known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Air Cleaner
Cover
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Air Cleaner
Cover Lever
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E Fuel Filter F Oil Fill/Dipstick G Debris Screen H Oil Drain Plug
Low-Profi le Air
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Air Cleaner
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Performance
Element
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Air Cleaner
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Air Cleaner
Base
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Performance
Element
Q Bail
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Visit KohlerEngines.com for service parts information and purchasing options.
Pre-Start Checklist
1. Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overfi ll.
2. Check fuel level. Add fuel if low. Check fuel
system components and lines for leaks.
(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).
3. Check and clean cooling areas, air intake
areas and external surfaces of engine
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