User manual KOHLER K532 SERVICE MANUAL

[. . . ] All routine service parts - points, condensers, and carburetor are easily and quickly accessible. air cleaner, spark plug, l l Every Kohler engine is backed by a worldwide network of over 10, 000 distributors and dealers. condition, follow the maintenance procedures in this manual. To keep your engine in top operating Safety Information For Your Safety!could result A WARNING db A WARNING ii WARNING Explosive Fuel can cause fires and severe burns. [. . . ] Check oil level to assure crankcase oil level is at the "F" mark. Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Because of equipment design or application, there may be more stringent restrictions regarding the angle of operation. NOTE: Do not operate this engine continuously at angles exceeding 35" in any direction. Engine damage could result from insufficient lubrication. Cooling NOTE: If debris builds up on the grass screen or other cooling air intake areas, stop the engine immediately and clean. Operating the engine with blocked or dirty air intake and cooling areas can cause extensive damage due to overheating. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running-or immediately after it is turned off. Engine Speed NOTE: Do not tamper with the governor setting to increase the maximum engine speed. Overspeed is hazardous and will void the engine warranty. Maintenance Instructions WARNING: Accidental Starts!Before servicing the engine or equipment, always disconnect the spark plug lead to prevent the engine from starting accidentally Ground the lead to prevent sparks that could cause fires. Make sure the equipment is in neutral. A Maintenance Schedule stated in the table. (if so equipped) from the es8 -Wing Nut u -Cover -Precleaner -Filter Element 2. Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air, as this will damage the element. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged element with a genuine Kohler element. Handle new elements carefully; do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged. Also check the element cover, seals, and breather tube for damage or improper fit. NOTE: Operating the engine with damaged or loose components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure. -Base Plate Figure 7. Air Cleaner Housing Components. Check the air cleaner daily or before starting the engine. NOTE: Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure. 4. Tighten wing nut finger tight l/2 to 1 full turn after nut contacts cover. When air cleaner element replacement is necessary always use genuine Kohler parts. 9 Clean Air Intake/Cdoling Areas To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. [. . . ] 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 this service. & Canada) or contact your Kohler Engine Dealer or Service Distributor, he's in the Yellow Pages under Engines-Gasoline. [. . . ]