Kohler KT19 Service Manual

SECTION 4
FUEL
SYSTEM AND GOVERNOR
Automatic Choke Service Guide
Problem
Causes Solutions
Faulty lead to choke.
1. Check for secure lead connections
2 Make continuity check on lead. Replace
if no continuity.
Choke Won't Close Faulty lead to ground.
1. Check for secure lead connections.
When Cranking
2. Make continuity check on lead.
Replace
if no continuity.
Poor adjustment.
1. Adjust choke.
2. Repair with kit or replace choke.
Choke Will Not
1. Poor adjustment. 1. Adjust choke.
Fully Open
2
Faulty choke.
2. Repair with kit or replace choke.
Retaining
Bracket
Shutdown
Control
Solenoid
Choke
Heater
Figure 4-11. Engine Shutdown Control And Automatic Choke
Automatic Choke Inspection
1. Disconnect the high tension leads from spark
plugs so the engine will not start.
2. Remove the air cleaner cover, element and base.
3. Push the start switch on the controller to the
start position and hold for five seconds. The
choke should fully close and release when the
start switch is released.
4.
If the choke does not function properly (Step 3)
see Service Guide.
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Automatic Choke Service
Choke Unit Replacement (see Figures 4-10 And
4-11).
1. Position the choke unit on the two mounting
screws so that it is slightly loose.
2. Rotate the choke unit clockwise on the car-
buretor (viewed from the choke side) with a
slight pressure until the choke valve is posi-
tioned 4 to 6 degrees towards the closed position.
3. While
holding the choke unit in the above
position, tighten the two mounting screws
4. This adjustment must be accomplished at an
ambient temperature of70-75° F.

Kohler KT19 Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	KT19
Category	Engine
Language	English