Kohler COMMAND PRO CS Series- Manuals

5 Engine Identification Numbers When ordering parts, or in any communication involvingan engine, always give the Model, Specification, and Serial Numbers of the engine. The engine identification numbers appear on a decal(or decals) affixed to the engine shrouding. Includeletter suffixes, if there ar...

6 Operating Instructions Also read the operating instructions of the equipment this engine powers. Pre-Start Checklist NOTE: This engine has been shipped without engine oil. Fill with oil, otherwise it will not start. • Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overfill. • Check fuel level. Add fuel i...

7 WARNING: Accidental Starts! Disabling engine. Accidental starting can causesevere injury or death. Before working on the engine or equipment, disable the engine as follows: 1)Disconnect the spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnectnegative (-) battery cable from battery. For an Electric Start Engine – Act...

8 Maintenance Instructions Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being doneat the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Kohler service outl...

9 NOTE: If the engine stalls or does not start, turn theengine switch to ‘‘on’’ position and then pull the recoil starter or attempt to start engine. Ifthe oil warning light flickers for a few seconds,the engine oil is insufficient. Add oil andrestart. NOTE: Make sure the oil level is checked BEFORE...

11 On Heavy Duty Air Cleaner Systems: Remove and clean the lower dirt/swirl chamber.Make sure the openings near the base ofchamber and in the air cleaner cover/housing, arenot blocked or restricted. See Figure 13. 4. Position the paper element on base and secure with wing nut, then install the precl...

12 Check Spark Plug Annually or every 100 hours of operation, remove the spark plug, check condition, and reset the gap orreplace with new plug as necessary. The original plugis an NGK BPR4ES. The Champion ® equivalent of that NGK plug is RN14YC. The service replacement isChampion ® RC14YC (Kohler p...

13 Figure 15. Fuel Tank Filter A serviceable fuel tank filter is located under the fueltank cap, in the filler neck. Daily or as required clean filter of any accumulation as follows: 1. Remove the fuel tank cap and filter. 2. Clean the filter with solvent, replace if damaged. 3. Wipe the filter and ...

14 Idle FuelNeedle Idle SpeedScrew Muffler Screen and Spark Arrestor CS8.5,CS10,CS12 CAUTION! The engine and muffler will be very hot after the enginehas been run. Avoid touching the engine and mufflerwhile they are still hot, with any part of your body orclothing. 1. Remove the muffler screen. 2. R...

15 Troubleshooting When troubles occur, be sure to check the simple causes which, at first, may seem too obvious to be considered.For example, a starting problem could be caused by an empty fuel tank. Some common causes of engine troublesare listed in the following table. Do not attempt to service o...

16 Storage If the engine will be out of service for two months ormore, use the following storage procedure: 1. Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine. 2. Change the oil while the engine is still warm from operation. See “Change Oil” on page 9. 3. The fuel system must be completely emptied, or the...

17 LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND ENGINE WARRANTY Kohler Co. warrants to the original consumer that each new COMMAND engine sold by Kohler Co. will be free from manufacturingdefects in materials or workmanship in normal service for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, provided it is operated and...

FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMATION IN U.S. AND CANADA, CALL 1-800-544-2444 www.kohlerengines.com ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044 FORM NO.: TP-2494 ISSUED: 8/98 REVISED: 8/05