Kohler 6EOD - Page 25

TP-6252 2/08 25Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance
Service Schedule—6EOD and 4.5EFOD Models, continued
Perform Service at Intervals
Indicated (X)
Reference
Section
Daily
Every
50 Hrs.
or 1
Month
Every
250 Hrs.
or 3
Months
Every
500 Hrs.
or 6
Months
Every
1000 Hrs.
or Yearly
INTAKE/EX HAUST SYSTEM
Inspect the exhaust system components *[
3.8
X
(Before
operation)
Check the exhaust gas condition. If the exhaust is
blue or black, contact your local distributor/dealer
3.8
X
(During
operation)
Clean the air cleaner element * 3.7 X
Inspect and/or replace the i ntake silencer element * 3.7 X
Clean the exhaust/water mixing elbow *[
3.8 X
Check the breather pipe for obstructions *[
X
Inspect the complete exhaust system [ 2.2 X
ELECTRICAL SYS TEM
Keep the battery charged and in good condition w 3.11
X
(Before
operation)
Inspect and adjust the alternator driving belt tension * 3.10.2 X
Replace the alternator driving belt tension * 3.10.2 X
Check and tighten the electrical connections * X
Clean the battery cables [
X
ENGINE AND MOUNTING
Check for water, fuel, coolant, and oil leakage *[]
X
(After
operation)
Inspect and/or replace hoses and clamps *[]
X
Retighten any loose nuts and bolts *
X
(Before
operation)
Check the mounting bolts/vibromounts and tighten if
necessary *
X
Adjust the intake/exhaust valve clearance *[ X
Check the compartment condition (fuel, oil, or water
leaks)
X
(Before
operation)
Inspect and/or adjust engine valve lash X
REMOTE START PANEL
Check the remote start panel operation, if equipped
X
(Break-in
period)
X
GENERATOR
Test run the generator set
X
(Weekly)
Blow dust out of the generator *[
3.1 X
Clean the slip rings and inspect the brushes *[
Gen S/M X
* Requires removal of the sound shield door, if installed
[ Consult your local distributor/dealer for service
] Read the WARNING found at the beginning of the manual regarding moving parts
w Consult the battery manufacturer’s instructions