Kohler COURAGE SV710-740, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL COURAGE COURAGE 8V7t 740 PRO sv810 840 VERTICAL CRANKSHAFT KOHLER ENGINES...

Page 2: ...approved containers in well ventilated unoccupied buildings away from sparks orflames Do not jq IIthe fuel tank while the engine is hot or running since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contac...

Page 3: ...es out of the reach of children Remove all jewelry when servicing batteries Before disconnecting the negative ground cable make sure all switches are OFE If ON a spark will occur at the ground cable t...

Page 4: ...iscosity Grades Table NOTE Using other than service class SG SH SJ or higher oil or extending oil change intervals longer than recommended can cause engine damage NOTE Synthetic oils meeting tile list...

Page 5: ...AL NO BUILD DATE OEM PROD NO EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD EPA CARB CERTIFIED ON REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR HP RATING SAFETY MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1 800 544 2444 KohlerEngines com KOHLER CO KOHLER...

Page 6: ...a 60 second cool clown 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 doe...

Page 7: ...ry or death Before working on the engine or equipment disable the engine as follows 1 Disconnect the spark plug lead s 2 Disconnect negative battery cable from battery Maintenance Schedule These requi...

Page 8: ...pstick f XdN _ Operatil xxx _x_ Range ig Figure 7 Oil Level Marks on Dipstick Typical Oil Sentry TM Some engines are equipped with an optional Oil Sentry TM oil pressure switch If the oil pressure dro...

Page 9: ...ighten securely 10 Start the engine and check for oil leaks Recheck oil level before placing the engine into service Stop the engine correct any leaks and allow a minute for the oil to drain down then...

Page 10: ...conditions Clean or replace the element as necessary Replace the air cleaner element annually or every 100 hours 1 Open the door on the blower housing to access the air cleaner element See Figures 9...

Page 11: ...ould cause an explosion if hydrogen gas or gasoline vapors are present Fuel System Fuel Filter Some engines are equipped with an in line fuel filter Periodically inspect the filter and replace with a...

Page 12: ...fuel adjusting screw in clockwise until it bottoms lightly See Figures 16 and 17 NOTE The tip of the low idle fuel adjusting screw is tapered to critical dimensions Damage to the needle tip and the s...

Page 13: ...pring Location Figure 19 Holding Throttle Lever Against Idle Stop Screw Troubleshooting When troubles occur be sure to check the simple causes which at first may seem too obvious to be considered For...

Page 14: ...ohlerengines com call 1 800 544 2444 U S Canada look in the yellow pages under Engines Gasoline Model Designation Model SV730 for example S designates Courage engine V designates vertical crankshaft a...

Page 15: ...able and necessary maintenance Itle following items are not covered by this warranty Engine accessories such as fuel tanks clutches transmissions power drive assemblies and batteries unless supplied o...

Page 16: ...sion Ratio 9 1 9 1 Weight kg lb 41 2 91 41 2 91 Oil Capacity w filter approximate determined by oil filter used 1 6 1 8 L 1 7 1 9 U S qt Lubrication Combination Pressure Splash Lube w full Flow Filter...

Page 17: ...easonable use including faulty repairs by others and failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance Itle following items are not covered by this warranty Engine accessories such as fuel tanks...

Page 18: ...o abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications c For warranty repairs the engine must be presented to a Kohler Co service center as soon as a problem exists Call 1 800 544 2444 or ac...

Page 19: ...nsequential damages such as loss of time inconvenience loss of use of the engine or equipment etc d diagnosis and inspection fees that do not result in eligible warranty service being performed and e...

Page 20: ...FORM NO 32 590 01 B ISSUED 9 05 REVISED 6 09 LITHO IN U S A IP32 590 01 B FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN U S AND CANADA CALL 1 800 544 2444 KohlerEngi nes com ENGINE DIVISION KOHLER CO KOHLER W...