Engine identification numbers, Model designation, Operating instructions – Kohler Command CH620 User Manual
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Engine Identification Numbers
When ordering parts, or in any communication
involving an engine, always give the Model,
Specification, and Serial Numbers of the engine.
The engine identification numbers appear on a decal
affixed to the engine shrouding. Include letter suffixes, if
there are any. Record your engine identification numbers
on an identification label below (Figure 5) for future
reference.
The Emission Compliance Period referred to on the
Emission Control or Air Index label indicates the
number of operating hours for which the engine has
been shown to meet Federal and CARB emission
requirements. The following table provides the Engine
Compliance Period (in hours) associated with the
category descriptor found on the certification label.
Emission Compliance Period (Hours)
EPA
CARB
Category C
250 hours
Moderate
125 hours
Category B
500 hours
Category A
1000 hours
Intermediate
250 hours
Extended
500* hours
*Extended hours for Model CH750 is 1000.
Refer to certification label for engine displacement.
Exhaust Emission Control System for models CH18/
CH620, CH20/CH640, CH23/CH680, CH730, CH740,
CH750 is EM. Exhaust Emission Control System for
models CH26/CH735 and CH745 are EM, O2S, ECM,
MFI.
Model Designation
Model CH20S for example: C designates Command
engine, H designates horizontal crankshaft, and 20
designates horsepower. Some model numbers (CH730)
use a numerical designation rather than horsepower.
A letter suffix designates a specific version as follows:
Suffix
Designates
S
Electric Start
ST
Electric Start/Retractable Start
QS
Quiet Model/Electric Start
EP
Electric Plant
CS
Clutch Model/Electric Start
Operating Instructions
Also read the operating instructions of the equipment this
engine powers.
Pre-Start Checklist
• Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overfill.
• Check fuel level. Add fuel if low.
• Check cooling air intake areas and external
surfaces of engine. Make sure they are clean and
unobstructed.
• Check that the air cleaner components and all
shrouds, equipment covers, and guards are in
place and securely fastened.
For Models CH18-CH745
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
THIS ENGINE MEETS EMISSION REGS FOR U.S. EPA 2005 AND
LATER AND EC STAGE II (SN:4) SI SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES
AND CA 2005 AND LATER LSI ENGINES
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD:
EPA:
CERTIFIED ON:
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING,
SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FAMILY
TYPE APP
DISPL (CC)
MODEL NO.
SPEC. NO.
SERIAL NO.
BUILD DATE
OEM PROD. NO.
For Model CH750
Figure 5. Engine Identification Label.
KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN USA
1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com
N11236
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH2 AND EC STAGE II (SN:4)
EMISSION REGS FOR SI SORE NOT FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA
UNLESS PREEMPT PER SEC. 209(e)(1) of CAA
KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN USA
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD:
EPA:
CERTIFIED ON:
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING, SAFETY,
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FAMILY
TYPE APP
DISPL (CC)
MODEL NO.
SPEC. NO.
SERIAL NO.
BUILD DATE
OEM PROD. NO.
N11236
1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH2, EC STAGE II (SN:4) AND CA
2008 AND LATER EXH EMISSION REGS FOR SI SORE
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD:
EPA:
CARB:
CERTIFIED ON:
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR HP RATING, SAFETY,
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FAMILY
TYPE APP
DISPL (CC)
MODEL NO.
SPEC. NO.
SERIAL NO.
BUILD DATE
OEM PROD. NO.
N11236
1-800-544-2444 KohlerEngines.com
KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WISCONSIN USA