User manual KOHLER MV16

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL MAGNUM 16, 18, 20 HP VERTICAL CRANKSHAFT Safety Precautions To ensure safe operations please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also refer to your equipment owner's manual for other important safety information. WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored. CAUTION Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the caution is ignored. [. . . ] Before removing the oil fill cap/dipstick, clean the area to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. The oil level should be up to, but not over, the "F" mark on the dipstick. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type, up to the "F" mark on the dipstick. (Refer to "Oil Type" on page 4. ) Always check the level with the dipstick before adding more oil. NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the engine with the oil level below the "L" mark or over the "F" mark on the dipstick. 8 Operating Range "F" Mark Oil SentryTM Some engines are equipped with optional Oil SentryTM oil pressure switch monitor. If the oil pressure decreases below an acceptable level, the Oil SentryTM will either shut off the engine or activate a warning signal, depending on the application. NOTE: Make sure the oil level is checked BEFORE EACH USE and is maintained up to the "F" mark on dipstick. This includes engines equipped with Oil SentryTM. Change Oil Filter Some engines are equipped with an oil filter. Replace the oil filter every other oil change, in accordance with the "Oil Change Intervals" table above. Pour new oil, of the proper type, in through the threaded center hole. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by the filter material. Apply a thin film of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the new filter. Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to 1 turn. Fill the crankcase with new oil of the proper type, to the ``F'' mark on the dipstick. Stop the engine, allow a minute for the oil to drain down, and recheck the level on the dipstick. Make sure oil level is up to but not over the ``F'' mark on the dipstick. Change Oil and Oil Filter Change Oil Change oil as shown in the "Oil Change Intervals" table. Oil Change Intervals Temperature ABOVE 32°F (0°C) BELOW 32°F (0°C) Oil Type SAE 30 Multiviscosity Multiviscosity Engine Type With Filter Without Filter With Filter Without Filter With Filter Without Filter Interval 50 hours* 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours 50 hours 25 hours *NOTE: 25 hours for continuous and/or heavy duty operation. Make sure the engine is level when filling, checking, or changing oil. To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc. , out of the engine, clean the area around the oil fill cap before removing it. Tilt the engine slightly towards the oil drain to obtain better drainage. [. . . ] All genuine Kohler parts meet strict standards for fit, reliability, and performance. Major Repair Major repair information is available in Kohler Engine Service Manuals. However, major repair generally requires the attention of a trained mechanic and the use of special tools and equipment. Your Kohler Engine Service Dealer has the facilities, training, and genuine Kohler replacement parts necessary to perform the service. and Canada) or contact your Kohler Engine Dealer or Service Distributor, they're in the Yellow Pages under Engines­Gasoline. Model Designation Model MV18S for example: M designates MAGNUM engine, V designates the vertical crankshaft, and 18 designates horsepower. [. . . ]