Kohler Command PRO CV742 User Manual

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Owner's Manual
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Engine Model
Specifi cation
Serial Number
Purchase Date
FRC
CV682, CV732, CV742, CV752
EN
ESS
CH682, CH732, CH742, CH752

Kohler Command PRO CV742 Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Starter Type	Electric
Displacement	747 cc
Oil Capacity	1.9 L (2.0 U.S. qt)
Ignition System	Electronic
Lubrication	Full Pressure
Engine Type	4-cycle, gasoline, OHV, twin-cylinder, air-cooled, vertical shaft

Summary

Owner's Manual Overview and Safety Precautions

Important Safety Information

Essential safety precautions and warnings for operating the engine, emphasizing hazards and protective measures.

Engine Information Recording

Guidance on recording engine model, serial number, and purchase date for warranty and parts referencing.

Detailed Safety Precautions

Hazard Warnings and Precautions

Comprehensive safety warnings covering fuel hazards, carbon monoxide, accidental starts, rotating parts, electrical shock, and hot parts.

Engine Components and Operational Guidance

Engine Parts Identification Diagram

Visual identification of key engine parts, useful for maintenance and part referencing.

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for starting and stopping the engine, including pre-start checklist and warm-up.

Operating Conditions and Cold Weather Hints

Guidelines on engine operation angles, speed, cold weather starting, and high altitude considerations.

Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Maintenance Schedule and Oil Recommendations

Routine maintenance intervals, oil type, and viscosity recommendations for optimal engine performance.

Oil Change and Fuel Guidelines

Detailed instructions for changing engine oil and filter, plus fuel recommendations and line requirements.

Component Servicing and Storage

Maintenance for spark plugs, air cleaner, oil cooler, and instructions for engine storage.

Troubleshooting and Engine Specifications

Troubleshooting Common Engine Problems

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common engine issues by identifying possible causes.

Key Engine Specifications

Technical data including bore, stroke, displacement, oil capacity, spark plug gap, and maximum operation angle.