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5-5. Engine Prestart Checks (Kohler-Powered Units)

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Gasoline

Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.

.Follow run-in procedure in en- gine manual.

NOTICE − This unit has a low oil pressure shutdown switch. Howev- er, some conditions may cause en- gine damage before the engine shuts down. Check oil level often and do not use the oil pressure shutdown system to monitor oil level.

Fuel

Add fresh fuel before starting en- gine the first time (see maintenance label for specifications). Always leave filler neck empty to allow room for expansion. Check fuel lev- el on a cold engine before use each day.

Oil

.Do not exceed the ”Full” mark

on the oil level dipstick. The fuel pump may operate errati- cally if crankcase is overfilled.

After fueling, check oil with unit on level surface. If oil is not up to full mark on dipstick, add oil (see main- tenance label).

.To improve cold weather starting:

Keep battery in good condition. Store battery in warm area.

Use correct grade oil for cold weather.

244 033-A / 217 015-A

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