User manual KOHLER KDW1603

[. . . ] Check and clean cooling areas, air intake areas and external surfaces of engine (particularly after storage). Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can cause death if inhaled. Retractable Start: Slowly pull starter handle until just past compression-STOP!Return starter handle; firmly pull straight out to avoid excessive rope wear from starter rope guide. [. . . ] 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. If equipped, move throttle control to slow or idle position; stop engine. Do not operate this engine exceeding maximum angle of operation; see specification table. Engine Speed NOTE: Do not tamper with governor setting to increase maximum engine speed. High Altitude Operation This engine may require a high altitude carburetor kit to ensure correct engine operation at altitudes above 4000 ft. 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. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. NOTE: Choke position for starting may vary depending upon temperature and other factors. NOTE: If engine develops sufficient speed to disengage starter but does not keep running (a false start), engine rotation must be allowed to come to a complete stop before attempting to restart engine. 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. NOTE: E15, E20 and E85 are NOT approved and should NOT be used; effects of old, stale or contaminated fuel are not warrantable. Fuel Valve Engines are equipped with a fuel valve and integral screen filter located at inlet of carburetor. Reinstall carburetor cover panel securing with hardware removed in step 1. Air Cleaner NOTE: Running engine with cover positioned for cold weather operation in normal conditions can damage engine. NOTE: Operating engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could cause premature wear and failure. Quad-CleanTM Move bails on air cleaner cover down; remove latches from under tabs on base; remove cover. Separate precleaner from element; service precleaner and replace paper element. Install new paper element on base; install precleaner over paper element. [. . . ] Position air cleaner cover for normal operation (sun decal out) or cold weather operation (snowflake decal out); place latches under tabs on base; lift up bails to secure cover. Breather Tube Ensure both ends of breather tube are properly connected. To prevent over heating, clean screens, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of engine. Repairs/Service Parts We recommend that you use a Kohler authorized dealer for all maintenance, service, and replacement parts for engine. [. . . ]