Kohler K582- User Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Safety Information; WARNING; WARNING; CAUTION
- Page 3 – Lethal Exhaust Gases!; California
- Page 4 – Oil Recommendations; Oil Type; Petroleum Institute) service class SG or SH.
- Page 5 – Engine Identification Numbers; Specification, and Serial Numbers; Fuel Recommendations; General Recommendations; unleaded; Figure 4. Engine Identification Label.
- Page 6 – Operating Instructions; Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon; Cold Weather Starting Hints; For an Electric Start Engine ; Stopping
- Page 7 – Operating; Maintenance Instructions; Maintenance Schedule
- Page 8 – Always use a genuine Kohler oil filter, Part No.
- Page 9 – Oil Pressure; Figure 7. Air Cleaner Housing Components.
- Page 10 – Wire Gauge; Battery Charging
- Page 11 – Kohler Carburetor Adjustment; Carburetor Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting
- Page 13 – Parts Ordering; Always insist on genuine Kohler parts.; Major Repair; Suffix; Specifications
- Page 14 – LIMITED 1 YEAR ENGINE WARRANTY
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OWNER'S MANUAL
K582
Congratulations
You have selected a fine four-cycle, twin cylinder, air-cooled engine. Kohler designs long
life strength and on-the-job durability into each engine making a Kohler engine dependable dependability
you can count on. Here are some reasons why:
Parts subject to the most wear and tear (like cylinders, crankshafts, and camshafts) are made from
precision formulated cast iron. Because the cast iron cylinders can be rebored, these engines can last even
longer.
Kohler engines are easy to service. All routine service parts points, condensers, air cleaner, spark plug,
and carburetor are easily and quickly accessible.
Every Kohler engine is backed by a worldwide network of over 10,000 distributors and dealers. Service
support is just a phone call away. Call 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. & Canada) for Sales & Service assistance.
To keep your engine in top operating condition, follow the maintenance procedures in this manual.
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Summary
2 Safety Information For Your Safety! These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others. Explosive Fuel can cause fires and severe burns. Stop engine before filling fuel tank. WARNING Explosive Fuel! Gasoline is extre...
3 Safety Information (Cont.) Accidental Starts can cause severe injury or death. Disconnect and ground spark plug lead before servicing. WARNING Carbon Monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting or death. Do not operate engine in closed or confined area. WARNING Lethal Exhaust Gases! Engine exhaust ...
4 Figure 1. Typical K582 Engine. Oil Recommendations Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. So is checking oil daily and changing oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, causes premature engine wear and failure. Before each start, ...
