Kohler K582 - Manual (Page 7)

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Operating
Angle of Operation
This engine will operate continuously at angles up to
35° in any direction. 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.
WARNING: Hot Parts!
Engine components can get extremely hot from
operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch
these areas while the engine is running–or
immediately after it is turned off. Never operate the
engine with heat shields or guards removed.
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.
Maintenance Schedule
These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table. They should
also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up.
Daily or Before
Starting Engine
Maintenance Required Frequency
• Fill fuel tank.
• Check oil level.
• Check air cleaner for dirty¹, loose, or damaged parts.
• Check air intake and cooling areas, clean as necessary¹.
• Service precleaner element¹.
Every 25 Hours
• Change oil.
• Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas 1 .
• Service air cleaner element 1 .
Every 50 Hours
• Change oil filter.
• Check spark plug condition and gap.
Every 100 Hours
• Have bendix starter drive serviced².
• Have breaker points checked 2 .
• Have ignition timing checked 2 .
• Have valve and tappet clearance checked 2 .
• Have cylinder heads serviced 2,3 .
¹Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions.
²Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this service.
3 250 hours when leaded gasoline is used.
Annually or
Every 500 Hours