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37 590 02 Rev. B
KohlerPower.com
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Pre-Start Checklist
1. Ensure generator is at least 3.3 ft. (1 m) from
building or other equipment and not covered
with any material.
2. Refer to all warning labels prior to starting.
3. Check oil level using oil fi ll cap. Add oil if low.
Do not overfi ll.
4. Check fuel level (G). Add fuel if low. Stop
refueling when indicator reaches F (full)
level. Check fuel system components and
lines for leaks. Never refuel while unit is
running.
5. Check that air cleaner components and all air
inlets are unobstructed, equipment covers,
and guards are in place and securely
fastened.
6. Ensure electrical devices (load) are not
connected to generator.
Starting
WARNING
Rotating Parts can cause severe
injury.
Stay away while engine is in
operation.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away
from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never
operate engine with covers, shrouds, or
guards removed.
NOTE: Choke is not required to start a warm
engine. Push choke lever (J) in to
original position.
1. Turn Fuel ON.
2. Turn choke lever (J) ON.
3. Turn engine to ON and pull rope.
5. Turn choke lever (J) OFF after engine is
warm.
If engine does not start, repeat operation until
engine starts by gradually opening choke lever
(J).
Cold Weather Starting
1. Use proper oil for temperature expected.
2. Disengage all possible external loads.
3. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade
fuel has higher volatility to improve starting.
Operation
CAUTION
Hazardous Voltage.
Backfeed to utility system can
cause property damage, severe
injury, or death.
Never plug a portable generator directly into
a building outlet.
If generator is used for standby power,
have a certifi ed, licensed electrician install
an automatic transfer switch to prevent
inadvertent interconnection of standby and
normal sources of supply.
When running speed of generating set has
stabilized (approximately 3 minutes):
1. Check that circuit protectors (C) are pushed
in. Press if necessary.
2. Connect appliances to electrical sockets (B &
D) of generator.
Angle of Operation
Do not operate this engine exceeding maximum
angle of operation; see specifi cation table.
Engine damage could result from insuffi cient
lubrication.
Cable Selection
Generator
Socket Type
10 A 16 A 32 A
Recommended
Cable Cross
Section
mm
2
AWG
mm
2
AWG
mm
2
AWG
Length
of
Cable
Used
0 to
50 m
4106 9107
51 to
100 m
10 7 10 7 25 3
101 to
150 m
1
10 7 16 5 35 2
1
This cable length is maximum permitted
length, and must not be exceeded.
Installation method=cables on raceway
or non-drilled tablet/Permitted drop in
voltage=5%/Multi-core conductors/Cable
type PVC 70°C (e.g. H07RNF)/Ambient
temperature=86° F (30° C).
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