Kohler K301 User Manual download pdf (Page 6)

Cold Weather Starting Hints

1. Be sure to use the proper oil for the temperature

expected. See Figure 2 on page 4.

2. Declutch all possible external loads.

3. Set speed control at part throttle position.

4. A warm battery has much more starting capacity

than a cold battery.

5. Use fresh winter grade fuel. NOTE: Winter grade

gasoline has a higher volatility to improve

starting. Do not use gasoline left over from

summer.

Starting

1. For a Cold Engine - Place the throttle control

midway between the “slow” and “fast”

positions. Place the choke control into the rron’y

position.

For a Warm Engine (normal operating

temperatures) - Place the throttle control

midway between the “slow” and “fast”

positions. Place the choke into the “off” position.

. 2. Start the engine

as follows:

For Rope Start

Engines - Place the starting

rope knot in the slot in starting pulley. Wrap the

rope around the pulley. Pull the starter handle

with a smooth, steady motion.

For a Retractable Start Engine - SLOWLY pull

the starter handle until just past compression -

STOP! Return starter handle, pull firmly with a

smooth, steady motion to start. Pull the handle

straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from

the starter rope guide.

Extend the starting rope periodically and check its

condition. If the rope is frayed, have it replaced

immediately by your Kohler Engine Service

Dealer.

WARNING: Accidental Starts!

Before extending and checking the retractable starter

rope, remove the spark plug lead to prevent the

engine from starting accidentally, Make sure the

equipment is in neutral.

For an Electric Start Engine - Activate the

starter switch. Release the switch as soon as the

engine starts.

NOTE: Do not crank the engine continuously for

more than IO seconds at a time. If the

engine does not start, allow a 60 second

cool down period between starting

attempts. Failure to follow these

guidelines can burn out the starter motor.

NOTE: If the engine develops sufficient speed to

disengage the starter but does not keep

running (a false start), the engine

rotation must be allowed to come to a

complete stop before attempting to

restart the engine. If the start is engaged

while the flywheel is rotating, the starter

pinion and flywheel ring gear may clash,

resulting in damage to the starter.

If the starter does not turn the engine over, shut

off starter immediately. Do not make further

attempts to start the engine until the condition is

corrected. Do not jump start using another battery

(refer to “Battery” below). See your Kohler Engine

Service Dealer for trouble analysis.

3. For a Cold Engine -

Gradually return the choke

control to the “off” position after the engine starts

and warms ups.

Stopping

1. Remove the load by disengaging all PTO

attachments. ’

Move the throttle control to the ‘“slow” or 6610w”

idle position. Allow the engine to run at idle for

30-60 seconds; then stop the engine. If the

carburetor on the engine is equipped with a fuel

solenoid, move the throttle control back up

between half and full throttle just before stopping

the engine.

Turn ignition switch “off.” On engines so

equipped, press and hold “stop” button until

engine comes to a complete stop.

Battery

A 12 volt battery is normally used. Refer to the

operating instructions of the equipment this engine

powers for specific battery requirements.

If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the

engine, recharge the battery (see page 10).

Operating

Optional spark arrestor mufflers are available from

your Kohler Engine Service Dealer. Check your local

laws and statutes regarding engine spark arrestor

muffler requirements.

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