Kohler KDI 1903 TCR Workshop Manual

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3.3 General remarks
3.3.1 Note for OEM
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When installing the KDI engines, always bear in mind that any variation to the functional systems
may involve serious failures to the engine.
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Any improvement must be verified at KOHLER testing laboratories before application of the engine.
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In the event KOHLER does not approve the type of modification, KOHLER shall not be held
responsible for any consequential operation anomalies that the engine may undergo and any
damage the engine may cause to persons and things.
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The engine may only be assembled on a machine by personnel specifically trained by KOHLER and
who work in compliance with the existing documentation.
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The engine has been built to the specifications of a machine manufacturer, and it is his responsibility
to ensure that all necessary action is taken to meet the essential and legally prescribed health and
safety requirements. Any use of the machine other than that described cannot be considered as
complying with its intended purpose as specified by KOHLER , which therefore declines all
responsibility for accidents
caused by such operations.
3.3.2 Note for end user
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The following indications are dedicated to the user of the machine in order to reduce or eliminate
risks concerning engine operation and the relative routine maintenance work.
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The user must read these instructions carefully. Failure to do this could lead to serious danger for his
personal safety and health and that of any persons who may be in the vicinity of the machine.
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On starting, make sure that the engine is as horizontal as possible, unless the machine
specifications differ.
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Make sure that the machine is stable to prevent the risk of overturning.
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The engine must not operate in places containing inflammable materials, in explosive atmospheres,
where there is dust that can easily catch fire unless specific, adequate and clearly indicated
precautions have been taken and have been certified for the machine.
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To prevent fire hazards, always keep the machine at least one meter from buildings or from other
machinery.
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Children and animals must be kept at a due distance from operating machines in order to prevent
hazards deriving from their operation.
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Thoroughly wash and clean all the external parts of the engine before performing any operation, in
order to avoid the accidental introduction of impurities/foreign bodies. Use only water and/or
appropriate products to clean the engine. If cleaning engine with a pressure washer or steam
cleaner, it is important to maintain a minimum distance of at least 200mm between the surface to be
washed and the nozzle. Avoid directing the nozzle on electrical components, cable connections and
sealed rings (oil seals etc). Thoroughly wash and clean the area surrounding the engine following
the instructions provided by machine manufacturer.
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Fuel vapour is highly toxic. Only refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated place.
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Make sure that no soundproofing panels and the ground or floor on which the machine is standing
have not soaked up any fuel.

The engine may only be assembled on a machine by personnel specifically trained by KOHLER and
who work in compliance with the existing documentation.

The engine has been built to the specifications of a machine manufacturer, and it is his responsibility
to ensure that all necessary action is taken to meet the essential and legally prescribed health and
safety requirements. Any use of the machine other than that described cannot be considered as
complying with its intended purpose as specified by KOHLER , which therefore declines all
responsibility for accidents
caused by such operations.

Kohler KDI 1903 TCR Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	KDI 1903 TCR
Category	Engine
Language	English