Kohler XT6.5, XT6.75, XT8 Owners Manual [zh]

XT6.5, XT6.75, XT8 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 specic rights and obligations.

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

Engine Model

Speci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 res and severe burns.

Do not ll fuel tank while engine is hot or running.

Gasoline is extremely ammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or 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.

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.

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.

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A Starter Handle B Fuel Cap C

E Air Cleaner F

Fuel Shut-Off

Valve

Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

D Fuel Tank

G Primer Bulb H Spark Plug

Pre-Start Checklist

1. Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overll.

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.

4. Retractable Start: Slowly pull starter handle until just past compression-STOP! Return starter handle; rmly pull straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from starter rope guide.

Electric Start: Key switch (refer to operating

instructions of equipment that this engine powers).

5. Gradually return choke control to OFF position after engine starts and warms up. Engine/equipment may be operated during warm up period, but it may be necessary to leave choke partially on until engine warms up.

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.

NOTE: Over priming may make it difcult to

NOTE: Choke position for starting may vary

NOTE: Extend starter cord periodically to

1. Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position

2. Turn engine on/off switch to ON position

3. Start engine as follows:

start engine. It is usually not necessary to prime a warm engine.

depending upon temperature and other factors. Once engine is running and warm, turn choke to OFF position.

check its condition. If cord is frayed have it replaced immediately by a Kohler authorized dealer.

(if equipped).

a. Primer Bulb Models: Place nger or

thumb on center of primer bulb. Push primer 3 times.

b. Manual Choke Models:

Cold engine: Place throttle control to

FAST position. Pull choke control into CHOKE/ON position.

Warm engine: place throttle control to

RUN/FAST position.

c. Smart-Choke

automatically adjusts choke on start-up.

Models: this feature

™

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. If equipped, move throttle control to slow or idle position; stop engine.

3. If equipped, close fuel shut-off valve.

Angle of Operation

Refer to operating instructions of equipment this engine powers. Do not operate this engine exceeding maximum angle of operation; see specication table. Engine damage could result from insufcient 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 nd 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 conguration 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

Accidental Starts can cause severe injury or death.

Disconnect and ground spark

Before working on engine or equipment, disable engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable from battery.

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).

Maintenance Schedule

After rst 3-5 Hours

● Change oil. Every 25 Hours or Annually

● Service/replace precleaner.

● Check air cleaner for dirty, loose or damaged parts. Every 50 Hours or Annually

● Change oil.

● Replace fuel lter (if equipped). Every 50 Hours or Annually

● Replace air cleaner element. Every 100 Hours or Annually

● Replace spark plug and set gap.

● Clean spark arrestor (if equipped). Every 100 Hours or Annually

● Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold.

● Have combustion chamber decarbonized.

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

Have a Kohler authorized dealer perform this service.

Oil Recommendations

We recommend use of Kohler oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent

Check Oil Level

NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or

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.

Ensure engine is cool. Clean oil ll cap/dipstick areas of any debris.

1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off.

10W-30

SAE 30

5W-30

°F -20 0 20 32 40 60

°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40

50 80 100

a. 1/4 turn cap: reinsert dipstick into tube;

b. Threaded cap: reinsert dipstick into

2. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level should be at top of indicator on dipstick.

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

4. Reinstall and secure dipstick.

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damage, never run engine with oil level below or above operating range indicator on dipstick.

press completely down and turn 1/4 turn.

tube; rest cap on tube, do not thread cap onto tube.

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