Angle Of Operation; High Altitude Operation; Maintenance Instructions; Maintenance Schedule - Kohler 6000 Série Mode D'emploi

Angle of Operation

Refer to operating instructions of equipment this engine powers. Do not operate this engine
exceeding maximum angle of operation; see specifi cation table. Engine damage could result from
insuffi cient lubrication.
Engine Speed
NOTE: Do not tamper with governor setting to increase maximum engine speed. Overspeed is
hazardous and will void warranty.

High Altitude Operation

If this engine is operated at an altitude of 4000 ft. (1219 meters) or above, a high altitude carburetor
kit is required. To obtain high altitude carburetor kit information or to fi nd a Kohler authorized
dealer, visit KohlerEngines.com or call 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. and Canada).
This engine should be operated in its original confi guration below 4000 ft. (1219 meters).
Operating this engine with the wrong engine confi guration at a given altitude may increase its
emissions, decrease fuel effi ciency and performance, and result in damage to the engine.

Maintenance Instructions

Accidental Starts can cause
severe injury or death.
Disconnect and ground spark
plug lead(s) before servicing.
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be
performed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed
by a Kohler authorized dealer found at KohlerEngines.com or 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. and Canada).

Maintenance Schedule

Every 25 Hours¹
● Service/replace precleaner.
● Replace LPAC element (if not equipped with precleaner).
Every 50 Hours¹
● Replace LPAC element (if equipped with precleaner).
● Replace high performance air cleaner element (if not equipped with precleaner).
Every 75 Hours¹
● Replace high performance air cleaner element (if equipped with precleaner).
● Replace PRO performance air cleaner element (if not equipped with precleaner).
Every 100 Hours¹
● Replace PRO performance air cleaner element (if equipped with precleaner).
● Change oil and fi lter.
● Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas.
Every 100 Hours
● Check that all fasteners are in place and components are properly secured.
● Replace fuel fi lter.
Every 500 Hours²
● Have valve lash checked/adjusted.
Every 500 Hours
● Replace spark plugs and set gap.
¹ Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.
² Have a Kohler authorized dealer perform this service.
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WARNING
KohlerEngines.com
Before working on engine or equipment, disable
engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug
lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable
from battery.
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