Kohler Aegis LH775 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Before working on engine or equipment, disable
engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug
lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable
from battery.
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).
Oil Recommendations
We recommend use of Kohler oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent
oils (including synthetic) of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher
are acceptable. Select viscosity based on air
temperature at time of operation as shown in
table below.
°F
-20
020324060
50 80 100
°C
-30 -20
-10 0
10 20 30
40
5W-30
10W-30
SAE 30
Check Oil Level
NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or
damage, never run engine with oil level
below or above operating range
indicator on dipstick.
Ensure engine is cool. Clean oil fi ll/dipstick
areas of any debris.
1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off.
2. Reinsert dipstick into tube; press completely
down.
3. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level
should be at top of indicator on dipstick.
4. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of
indicator mark.
5. Reinstall and secure dipstick.
Change Oil and Filter
Change oil while engine is warm.
1. Clean area around oil fi ll cap/dipstick, drain
plug/oil drain valve. Remove drain plug and
oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Allow oil to drain
completely.
2. Clean area around oil fi lter. Place a container
under fi lter to catch any oil and remove fi lter.
Wipe off mounting surface. Reinstall drain
plug. Torque to 10 ft. lb. (13.6 N·m).
3. Place new fi lter in shallow pan with open end
up. Fill with new oil until oil reaches bottom of
threads. Allow 2 minutes for oil to be
absorbed by fi lter material.
4. Apply a thin fi lm of clean oil to rubber gasket
on new fi lter.
5. Refer to instructions on oil fi lter for proper
installation.
Maintenance Schedule
Every 200 Hours
1
● Change oil and oil fi lter.
Every 200 Hours
● Replace fuel fi lter.
Every 250 Hours
1
● Replace air cleaner element and check inner element.
Every 500 Hours
1
● Replace air cleaner inner element.
Every 500 Hours
● Replace spark plugs and set gap.
Every 1000 Hours
● Change engine coolant.
Every 1500 Hours
1
● Replace unique Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) fuel fi lter.
1
Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.

Kohler Aegis LH775 Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	Aegis LH775
Category	Crankshaft
Language	English