Kohler CH-11-16 User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
HORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT
COMMAND CH11-16

Contents
Section 1. Safety and General Information ............................................................................
Section 2. Tools & Aids ............................................................................................................
Section 3. Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................
Section 4. Air Cleaner and Air Intake System ........................................................................
Section 5. Fuel System and Governor....................................................................................
Section 6. Lubrication System ................................................................................................
Section 7. Retractable Starter .................................................................................................
Section 8. Electrical System and Components .....................................................................
Section 9. Disassembly ...........................................................................................................
Section 10. Inspection and Reconditioning ...........................................................................
Section 11. Reassembly...........................................................................................................
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1.1
Section 1
Safety and General Information
1
Safety Precautions
To ensure safe operation please read the following statements and understand their meaning. Also
refer to your equipment manufacturer's manual for other important safety information. This manual
contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death,
or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or
property damage if the caution is ignored.
NOTE
Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information that is important
but not hazard-related.
For Your Safety!
These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to
yourself and others.
Rotating Parts!
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing
away from all moving parts to prevent
injury. Never operate the engine with
covers, shrouds, or guards removed.
Hot Parts!
Engine components can get extremely
hot from operation. To prevent severe
burns, do not touch these areas while
the engine is running - or immediately
after it is turned off. Never operate the
engine with heat shields or guards
removed.
Accidental Starts!
Disabling engine. Accidental
starting can cause severe injury or
death. Before working on the engine or
equipment, disable the engine as
follows: 1) Disconnect the 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 before servicing.
WARNING
Rotating Parts can cause severe
injury.
Stay away while engine is in
operation.
WARNING
Hot Parts can cause severe burns.
Do not touch engine while operating
or just after stopping.
WARNING
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1.2
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Lethal Exhaust Gases!
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can
cause death if inhaled. Avoid inhaling
exhaust fumes, and never run the
engine in a closed building or confined
area.
ExplosiveGas!
Batteries produce explosive hydrogen
gas while being charged. To prevent a
fire or explosion, charge batteries only
in well ventilated areas. Keep sparks,
open flames, and other sources of
ignition away from the battery at all
times. Keep batteries out of the reach of
children. Remove all jewelry when
servicing batteries.
Before disconnecting the negative
(-) ground cable, make sure all switches
are OFF. If ON, a spark will occur at
the ground cable terminal which could
cause an explosion if hydrogen gas or
gasoline vapors are present.
Spring Under Tension!
Retractable starters contain a powerful,
recoil spring that is under tension.
Always wear safety goggles when
servicing retractable starters and
carefully follow instructions in the
Retractable Starter Section 7 for relieving
spring tension.
Explosive Fuel!
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
its vapors can explode if ignited. Store
gasoline only in approved containers,
in well ventilated, unoccupied
buildings, away from sparks or flames.
Do not fill the fuel tank while the
engine is hot or running, since spilled
fuel could ignite if it comes in contact
with hot parts or sparks from ignition.
Do not start the engine near spilled
fuel. Never use gasoline as a cleaning
agent.
Flammable Solvents!
Carburetor cleaners and solvents are
extremely flammable. Keep sparks,
flames, and other sources of ignition
away from the area. Follow the cleaner
manufacturer’s warnings and
instructions on its proper and safe use.
Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
Explosive Fuel can cause fires and
severe burns.
Do not fill the fuel tank while the
engine is hot or running.
WARNING
Carbon Monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting or death.
Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes, and
never run the engine in a closed
building or confined area.
WARNING WARNING
Explosive Gas can cause fires and
severe acid burns.
Charge battery only in a well
ventilated area. Keep sources of
ignition away.
Cleaning Solvents can cause severe
injury or death.
Use only in well ventilated areas
away from ignition sources.
WARNING
Electrical Shock can cause injury.
Do not touch wires while engine is
running.
CAUTION
Uncoiling Spring can cause severe
injury.
Wear safety goggles or face
protection when servicing
retractable starter.
WARNING
Electrical Shock!
Never touch electrical wires or
components while the engine is
running. They can be sources of
electrical shock.

1.3
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1
Engine Identification Numbers
When ordering parts, or in any communication
involving an engine, always give the Model,
Specification, and Serial Numbers, including letter
suffixes if any.
The engine identification numbers appear on a decal,
or decals, affixed to the engine shrouding. See Figure
1-1. An explanation of these numbers is shown in
Figure1-2.
Figure 1-2. Explanation of Engine Identification Numbers.
Figure 1-1. Engine Identification Decal Location.
B. Spec. No.
Engine Model Code
Code Model
16 CH11
19 CH12.5
22 CH13
18 CH14
44 CH15
45 CH16
Variation of
Basic Engine
1903
A. Model No.
Command Engine
Horizontal Crankshaft
Horsepower
11 = 11 HP
12.5 = 12.5 HP
13 = 13 HP
14 = 14 HP
15 = 15 HP
16 = 16 HP
Version Code
S = Electric Start
T = Retractable Start
ST = Electric/Retractable Start
GT = GeneratorApplication/Retractable Start
GS = GeneratorApplication/Electric Start
PT = Pump/Retractable Start
RT = Gear Reduction/Retractable Start
C H 12.5 ST
Factory Code
C. Serial No.
Year Manufactured Code
Code Year
20 1990
21 1991
22 1992
23 1993
24 1994
25 1995
26 1996
27 1997
28 1998
2005810334
MODEL NO.
SPEC. NO.
SERIAL NO.
REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR
SAFETY, MAINTENANCE SPECS
AND ADJUSTMENTS. FOR SALES
AND SERVICE IN US/CANADA
CALL: 1-800-544-2444.
www.kohlerengines.com
KOHLER CO. KOHLER, WI USA
CH12.5ST
1903
2005810334
A
B
C
Identification
Decal
Code Year
29 1999
30 2000
31 2001
32 2002
33 2003
34 2004
35 2005
36 2006
37 2007

1.4
Section 1
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Oil Recommendations
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the
crankcase is extremely important. So is checking oil
daily and changing oil regularly. Failure to use the
correct oil, or using dirty oil, causes premature engine
wear and failure.
Oil Type
Use high-quality detergent oil of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SG, SH, SJ, or
higher. Select the viscosity based on the air
temperature at the time of operation as shown in the
following table.
NOTE: Using other than service class SG, SH, SJ, or
higher oil or extending oil change intervals
longer than recommended can cause engine
damage.
NOTE: Synthetic oils meeting the listed
classifications may be used with oil changes
performed at the recommended intervals.
However to allow piston rings to properly
seat, a new or rebuilt engine should be
operated for at least 50 hours using standard
petroleum based oil before switching to
synthetic oil.
A logo or symbol on oil containers identifies the API
service class and SAE viscosity grade. See Figure 1-3.
Fuel Recommendations
WARNING: Explosive Fuel!
Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors can explode if
ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well
ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or flames.
Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine is hot or running,
since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot
parts or sparks from ignition. Do not start the engine near
spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
General Recommendations
Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store in
clean, approved containers. A container with a
capacity of 2 gallons or less with a pouring spout is
recommended. Such a container is easier to handle
and helps eliminate spilling during refueling.
Do not use gasoline left over from the previous season,
to minimize gum deposits in your fuel system and to
ensure easy starting.
Do not add oil to the gasoline.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Leave room for the fuel to
expand.
Fuel Type
For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded
gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or
higher. In countries using the Research method, it
should be 90 octane minimum.
Unleaded gasoline is recommended, as it leaves less
combustion chamber deposits. Leaded gasoline may
be used in areas where unleaded is not available and
exhaust emissions are not regulated. Be aware
however, that the cylinder head will require more
frequent service.
Gasoline/Alcohol blends
Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded
gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler
engines. Other gasoline/alcohol blends are not
approved.
Gasoline/Ether blends
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded
gasoline blends (up to maximum of 15% MTBE by
volume) are approved as a fuel for Kohler engines.
Other gasoline/ether blends are not approved.
Figure 1-3. Oil Container Logo.
Refer to Section 6 Lubrication System for detailed oil
check, oil change, and oil filter procedures.
*Use of synthetic oil having 5W-20 or 5W-30 rating is
acceptable, up to 4°C (40°F).
**Synthetic oils will provide better starting in
extreme cold below 23°C (-10°F).
** *

1.5
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1
Periodic Maintenance
1Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions.
2Only required for Denso starters. Not necessary on Delco starters. Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this service.
Storage
If the engine will be out of service for two months or
more, use the following storage procedure:
1. Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine.
2. Change the oil and oil filter while the engine is
still warm from operation. See Change Oil and
Oil Filter in Section 6.
3. The fuel system must be completely emptied, or
the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to
prevent deterioration. If you choose to use a
stabilizer, follow the manufacturers
recommendations, and add the correct amount
for the capacity of the fuel system. Fill the fuel
tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine
for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the
carburetor.
To empty the system, run the engine until the
tank and system are empty.
4. Remove the spark plug. Add one tablespoon of
engine oil into the spark plug hole. Install the
plug, but do not connect the plug lead. Crank the
engine two or three revolutions.
5. Remove the spark plug. Cover the spark plug
hole with your thumb, and turn the engine over
until the piston is at the top of its stroke.
(Pressure against thumb is greatest.) Reinstall
the plug, but do not connect the plug lead.
6. Store the engine in a clean, dry place.
Maintenance Schedule
The following required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the table and
should also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up.
WARNING: Accidental Starts!
Disabling engine. Accidental starting can cause severe injury or death. Before working on the engine or equipment,
disable the engine as follows: 1) Disconnect the spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (-) battery cable from battery.
Frequency Maintenance Required Refer to:
• Fill fuel tank.
• Check oil level.
• Check air cleaner for dirty1, loose, or damaged parts.
• Check air intake and cooling areas, clean as necessary1.
Daily or Before
Starting Engine
Section 5
Section 6
Section 4
Section 4
• Service precleaner element1.
Every 25 Hours Section 4
• Replace air cleaner element1.
• Change oil1.
• Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas1.
Every
100 Hours
Section 4
Section 6
Section 4
• Change oil filter.
• Check spark plug condition and gap.
• Replace fuel filter.
Every
200 Hours
Section 6
Section 8
Section 5
Annually or Every
500 Hours • Have bendix starter drive serviced2.
• Have solenoid shift starter disassembled and cleaned2.
Section 8
Section 8
Every 50 Hours • Check oil level in gear reduction unit. Section 6

1.6
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Figure 1-4. Typical Engine Dimensions.
Dimensionsinmillimeters.
Inch equivalents shown in ( ).

1.7
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1
General Specifications1
Power (@ 3600 RPM, exceeds SAE J1940 HP standards)
CH11 .......................................................................................................... 8.20 kW (11 HP)
CH12.5 ....................................................................................................... 9.33 kW (12.5 HP)
CH13 .......................................................................................................... 9.75 kW (13 HP)
CH14 .......................................................................................................... 10.50 kW (14 HP)
CH15 .......................................................................................................... 11.20 kW (15 HP)
CH16 .......................................................................................................... 11.90 kW (16 HP)
Peak Torque (@ RPM indicated)
CH11 (@ 2400 RPM) ................................................................................. 26.7 N·m (19.7 ft. lb)
CH12.5 (@ 2500 RPM) .............................................................................. 27.8 N·m (20.5 ft. lb)
CH13 (@ 2400 RPM) ................................................................................. 28.8 N·m (21.2 ft. lb)
CH14 (@ 2500 RPM) ................................................................................. 27.8 N·m (21.3 ft. lb)
CH15 (@ 2400 RPM) ................................................................................. 34.3 N·m (25.3 ft. lb)
CH16 (@ 2400 RPM) ................................................................................. 33.9 N·m (25.0 ft. lb)
Bore
CH11, CH12.5, CH13, CH14 .................................................................... 87 mm (3.43 in.)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 90 mm (3.54 in.)
Stroke ................................................................................................................ 67 mm (2.64 in.)
Displacement
CH11, CH12.5, CH13, CH14 .................................................................... 398 cc (24.3 cu. in.³)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 426 cc (26.0 cu. in.³)
Compression Ratio ......................................................................................... 8.5:1
Weight .............................................................................................................. 40 kg (88.3 lb.)
Max. Oil Capacity (w/filter) .......................................................................... 1.9 L (2.0 qt.)
Lubrication ...................................................................................................... full pressure w/full flow filter
Air Cleaner
Base Nut Torque .............................................................................................. 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.)
Angle of Operation - Maximum (at full oil level)
Intermittent - All Directions ......................................................................... 35°
Continuous - All Directions .......................................................................... 25°
Balance Shaft
End Play (Free) ................................................................................................ 0.0575/0.3625 mm (0.0023/0.0137 in.)
Running Clearance ......................................................................................... 0.025/0.1520 mm (0.0009/0.0059 in.)
Bore I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 20.000/20.025 mm (0.7874/0.7884 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 20.038 mm (0.7889 in.)
Balance Shaft Bearing Surface O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 19.962/19.975 mm (0.7859/0.7864 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 19.959 mm (0.7858 in.)
1Values are in Metric units. Values in parentheses are English equivalents. Lubricate threads with engine oil prior to
assembly.

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Camshaft
End Play (Free) ................................................................................................ 0.0875/0.3925 mm (0.0034/0.0154 in.)
End Play (with Shims) ................................................................................... 0.0762/0.1270 mm (0.0030/0.0050 in.)
Running Clearance ......................................................................................... 0.025/0.1050 mm (0.00098/0.0041 in.)
Bore I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 20.000/20.025 mm (0.7874/0.7884 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 20.038 mm (0.7889 in.)
Camshaft Bearing Surface O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 19.962/19.975 mm (0.7859/0.7864 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 19.959 mm (0.7858 in.)
Carburetor
Fuel Bowl Nut Torque .................................................................................... 5.1-6.2 N·m (45-55 in. lb.)
Charging
Stator Mounting Screw Torque .................................................................... 6.2 N·m (55 in. lb.)
Closure Plate
Oil Filter Tightening ....................................................................................... 3/4-1 turn after gasket contacts.
Oil Filter Adapter Fastener Torque .............................................................. 11.3 N·m (100 in. lb.)
Oil Filter Drain Plug (1/8" NPT) Torque ....................................................... 7.3-9.0 N·m (65-80 in. lb.)
Closure Plate Fastener Torque ...................................................................... 24.4 N·m (216 in. lb.)
Oil Sentry Pressure Switch Torque .............................................................. 6.8 N·m (60 in. lb.)
Oil Pump Cover Fastener Torque² ............................................................... 4.0,6.2 N·m (35,55 in. lb.)
Connecting Rod
Cap Fastener Torque
6 mm straight shank bolt....................................................................... 11.3 N·m (100 in. lb.)
8 mm straight shank bolt....................................................................... 22.6 N·m (200 in. lb.)
8 mm step-down type bolt .................................................................... 14.7 N·m (130 in. lb.)
Connecting Rod-to-Crankpin Running Clearance at 21°C (70°F)
New ........................................................................................................... 0.030/0.055 mm (0.0012/0.0022 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 0.07 mm (0.0025 in.)
Connecting Rod-to-Crankpin Side Clearance ............................................ 0.18/0.41 mm (0.007/0.016 in.)
Connecting Rod-to-Piston Pin Running Clearance 21°C (70°F) ............... 0.015/0.028 mm (0.0006/0.0011 in.)
Piston Pin End I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 19.015/19.023 mm (0.7486/0.7489 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 19.036 mm (0.7495 in.)
Crankcase
Governor Cross Shaft Bore I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 6.025/6.050 mm (0.2372/0.2382 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 6.063 mm (0.2387 in.)
2For self-tapping (thread-forming) fasteners, the higher torque value is for installation into a new cored (non-threaded) hole.
The lower torque value is for installation into a used or threaded hole.

1.9
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1
Crankshaft
End Play (Free) ................................................................................................ 0.0575/0.4925 mm (0.0022/0.0193 in.)
End Play (Thrust Bearing with Shims) ....................................................... 0.0500/0.5300 mm (0.0019/0.0208 in.)
Crankshaft Bearing I.D. (In Crankcase)
Sleeve Bearing (Installed) - New ........................................................... 44.965/45.003 mm (1.7703/1.7718 in.)
Sleeve Bearing - Max. Wear Limit ......................................................... 45.016 mm (1.7723 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) - New ........................................ 44.965/44.990 mm (1.7703/1.7713 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) - Max. Wear Limit ................... 45.003 mm (1.7718 in.)
Crankshaft to Bearing Running Clearance - New
Sleeve Bearing .......................................................................................... 0.030/0.090 mm (0.0011/0.0035 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) .................................................... 0.030/0.077 mm (0.0011/0.0030 in.)
Crankshaft Bearing I.D. (In Closure Plate)
Sleeve Bearing (Installed) - New ........................................................... 41.960/42.035 mm (1.6519/1.6549 in.)
Sleeve Bearing - Max. Wear Limit ......................................................... 42.048 mm (1.6554 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) - New ........................................ 41.965/42.003 mm (1.6521/1.6536 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) - Max. Wear Limit ................... 42.015 mm (1.6541 in.)
Crankshaft Bore (In Closure Plate) to Crankshaft Running Clearance - New
Sleeve Bearing .......................................................................................... 0.025/0.1200 mm (0.00098/0.00472 in.)
Parent Material (No Sleeve Bearing) .................................................... 0.030/0.0880 mm (0.0011/0.0034 in.)
Flywheel End Main Bearing Journal
O.D. - New ................................................................................................ 44.913/44.935 mm (1.7682/1.7691 in.)
O.D. - Max. Wear Limit ........................................................................... 44.84 mm (1.765 in.)
Max. Taper ................................................................................................ 0.022 mm (0.0009 in.)
Max. Out-of-Round ................................................................................. 0.025 mm (0.0010 in.)
Closure Plate End Main Bearing Journal
O.D. - New ................................................................................................ 41.915/41.935 mm (1.6502/1.6510 in.)
O.D. - Max. Wear Limit ........................................................................... 41.86 mm (1.648 in.)
Max. Taper ................................................................................................ 0.020 mm (0.0008 in.)
Max. Out-of-Round ................................................................................. 0.025 mm (0.0010 in.)
Connecting Rod Journal
O.D. - New ................................................................................................ 38.958/38.970 mm (1.5338/1.5343 in.)
O.D. - Max. Wear Limit ........................................................................... 38.94 mm (1.5328 in.)
Max. Taper ................................................................................................ 0.012 mm (0.0005 in.)
Max. Out-of-Round ................................................................................. 0.025 mm (0.0010 in.)
Crankshaft T.I.R.
PTO End, Crank in Engine ...................................................................... 0.304 mm (0.012 in.)
Entire Crank, in V-Blocks ....................................................................... 0.10 mm (0.0039 in.)
Cylinder Bore
Cylinder Bore I.D.
New
CH11-14 .................................................................................................. 87.000/87.025 mm (3.4252/3.4262 in.)
CH15, CH16 ............................................................................................ 90.000/90.025 mm (3.5433/3.5442 in.)
Max. Wear Limit
CH11-14 .................................................................................................. 87.063 mm (3.4277 in.)
CH15, CH16 ............................................................................................ 90.063 mm (3.5457 in.)

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Cylinder Bore I.D. cont'd.
Max. Out-of-Round
CH11-14 .................................................................................................. 0.12 mm (0.0047 in.)
CH15, CH16 ............................................................................................ 0.12 mm (0.0047 in.)
Max. Taper
CH11-14 .................................................................................................. 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
CH15, CH16 ............................................................................................ 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head Fastener Torque (torque in 2 increments) ........................ 24,48.9 N·m (18,36 ft. lb.)
Max. Out-of-Flatness ...................................................................................... 0.076 mm (0.003 in.)
Rocker Pedestal Fastener Torque ................................................................. 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.)
Electric Starter
Thru Bolt Torque
UTE/Johnson Electric, Eaton (Inertia Drive) ..................................... 4.5-5.7 N·m (40-50 in. lb.)
Nippondenso (Solenoid Shift) ............................................................ 4.5-7.5 N·m (40-84 in. lb.)
Delco-Remy (Solenoid Shift) ............................................................... 5.6-9.0 N·m (49-79 in. lb)
Drive Pinion Fastener Torque (some Inertia Drive Starters).................... 15.3 N·m (135 in. lb.)
Brush Holder Mounting Screw Torque
Delco-Remy Starter ............................................................................. 2.5-3.3 N·m (22-29 in. lb.)
Solenoid (Starter)
Mounting Hardware Torque
Nippondenso Starter .......................................................................... 6.0-9.0 N·m (53-79 in. lb.)
Delco-Remy Starter ............................................................................. 4.0-6.0 N·m (35-53 in. lb.)
Nut, Positive (+) Brush Lead Torque
Nippondenso Starter .......................................................................... 8.0-12.0 N·m (71-106 in. lb)
Delco-Remy Starter ............................................................................. 6.0-9.0 N·m (53-79 in. lb.)
Fan/Flywheel
Fan Fastener Torque ....................................................................................... 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.)
Flywheel Retaining Screw Torque ............................................................... 66.4 N·m (49 ft. lb.)
Fuel Pump
Fuel Pump/Cover Fastener Screw Torque .................................................. 9.0 N·m (80 in. lb.) into new holes
4.2-5.1 N·m (37-45 in. lb.) into used holes
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Fastener Torque ............................................................................. 7.3 N·m (65 in. lb.)
Governor
Governor Cross Shaft to Crankcase Running Clearance ......................... 0.025/0.075 mm (0.0010/0.0030 in.)
Governor Cross Shaft O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 5.975/6.000 mm (0.2352/0.2362 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 5.962 mm (0.2347 in.)
Governor Gear Shaft-to-Governor Gear Running Clearance ................. 0.015/0.140 mm (0.0006/0.0055 in.)
Governor Gear Shaft O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 5.990/6.000 mm (0.2358/0.2362 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 5.977 mm (0.2353 in.)

1.11
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1
Ignition
Spark Plug Type (Champion®or equivalent) ............................................. RC12YC or Platinum 3071
Spark Plug Gap
CH11-15 .................................................................................................... 1.02 mm (0.040 in.)
CH16 .......................................................................................................... 0.76 mm (0.030 in.)
Spark Plug Torque .......................................................................................... 38.0-43.4 N·m (28-32 ft. lb.)
Ignition Module Air Gap ............................................................................... 0.203/0.305 mm (0.008/0.012 in.)
Ignition Module Fastener Torque ................................................................. 4.0 N·m (35 in. lb.) into new holes
6.2 N·m (55 in. lb.) into used holes
Muffler
Muffler Retaining Nuts .................................................................................. 24.4 N·m (216 in. lb.)
Piston, Piston Rings, and Piston Pin
Piston-to-Piston Pin (selective fit) ............................................................... 0.006/0.017 mm (0.0002/0.0007 in.)
Piston Pin Bore I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 19.006/19.012 mm (0.7483/0.7485 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 19.025 mm (0.7490 in.)
Piston Pin O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 18.995/19.000 mm (0.7478/0.7480 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 18.994 mm (0.74779 in.)
Top Compression Ring-to-Groove Side Clearance
CH11-14 .................................................................................................... 0.040/0.105 mm (0.0016/0.0041 in.)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 0.060/0.105 mm (0.0023/0.0041 in.)
Middle Compression Ring-to-Groove Side Clearance
CH11-14 .................................................................................................... 0.040/0.072 mm (0.0016/0.0028 in.)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 0.040/0.085 mm (0.0015/0.0002 in.)
Oil Control Ring-to-Groove Side Clearance
CH11-14 .................................................................................................... 0.551/0.675 mm (0.0217/0.0266 in.)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 0.176/0.026 (0.0069/0.0010 in.)
Top and Center Compression Ring End Gap
New Bore
CH11-14 ................................................................................................ 0.3/0.5 mm (0.012/0.020 in.)
CH15, CH16 .......................................................................................... 0.27/0.51 mm (0.010/0.020 in.)
Used Bore (Max.) ...................................................................................... 0.77 mm (0.030 in.)
Piston Thrust Face O.D.
New
CH11-143............................................................................................... 86.941/86.959 mm (3.4229/3.4236 in.)
CH15, CH164......................................................................................... 89.951/89.969 mm (3.5413/3.5420 in.)
Max. Wear Limit
CH11-14 ................................................................................................ 86.814 mm (3.4179 in.)
CH15, CH16 .......................................................................................... 89.824 mm (3.5363 in.)
3Measure 6 mm (0.236 in.) above the bottom of the piston skirt at right angles to the piston pin.
4Measure 8 mm (0.314 in.) above the bottom of the piston skirt at right angles to the piston pin.

1.12
Section 1
Safety and General Information
Piston Thrust Face-to-Cylinder Bore Running Clearance - New
CH11-14 .................................................................................................... 0.041/0.044 mm (0.0016/0.0017 in.)
CH15, CH16 .............................................................................................. 0.031/0.043 mm (0.0012/0.0016 in.)
Retractable Starter
Center Screw Torque ...................................................................................... 7.4-8.5 N·m (65-75 in. lb.)
Throttle/Choke Controls
Governor Control Lever Fastener Torque .................................................. 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.)
Speed Control Bracket Assembly Fastener Torque² .................................. 7.3-10.7 N·m (65-95 in. lb.)
Valve Cover/Rocker Arms
Valve Cover Fastener Torque² ...................................................................... 7.3-10.7 N·m (65-95 in. lb.)
Rocker Arm I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 15.837/16.127 mm (0.63/0.64 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 16.13 mm (0.640 in.)
Rocker Shaft O.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 15.90/15.85 mm (0.63 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 15.727 mm (0.619 in.)
Valves and Valve Lifters
Hydraulic Valve Lifter to Crankcase Running Clearance ........................ 0.0124/0.0501 mm (0.0005/0.0020 in.)
Intake Valve Stem-to-Valve Guide Running Clearance ........................... 0.038/0.076 mm (0.0015/0.0030 in.)
Exhaust Valve Stem-to-Valve Guide Running Clearance ........................ 0.050/0.088 mm (0.0020/0.0035 in.)
Intake Valve Guide I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 7.038/7.058 mm (0.2771/0.2779 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 7.134 mm (0.2809 in.)
Exhaust Valve Guide I.D.
New ........................................................................................................... 7.038/7.058 mm (0.2771/0.2779 in.)
Max. Wear Limit ...................................................................................... 7.159 mm (0.2819 in.)
Valve Guide Reamer Size
STD ............................................................................................................. 7.048 mm (0.2775 in.)
0.25 mm O.S. ............................................................................................. 7.298 mm (0.2873 in.)
Intake Valve Minimum Lift ........................................................................... 8.96 mm (0.353 in.)
Exhaust Valve Minimum Lift ....................................................................... 9.14 mm (0.360 in.)
Nominal Valve Seat Angle ............................................................................ 45°
2For self-tapping (thread-forming) fasteners, the higher torque value is for installation into a new cored (non-threaded) hole.
The lower torque value is for installation into a used or threaded hole.

1.13
Section 1
Safety and General Information
1
General Torque Values
Metric Fastener Torque Recommendations for Standard Applications
Size
M4 1.2 (11) 1.7 (15) 2.9 (26) 4.1 (36) 5.0 (44) 2.0 (18)
M5 2.5 (22) 3.2 (28) 5.8 (51) 8.1 (72) 9.7 (86) 4.0 (35)
M6 4.3 (38) 5.7 (50) 9.9 (88) 14.0 (124) 16.5 (146) 6.8 (60)
M8 10.5 (93) 13.6 (120) 24.4 (216) 33.9 (300) 40.7 (360) 17.0 (150)
Tightening Torque: N·m (ft. lb.) + or - 10%
Property Class
M10 21.7 (16) 27.1 (20) 47.5 (35) 66.4 (49) 81.4 (60) 33.9 (25)
M12 36.6 (27) 47.5 (35) 82.7 (61) 116.6 (86) 139.7 (103) 61.0 (45)
M14 58.3 (43) 76.4 (55) 131.5 (97) 184.4 (136) 219.7 (162) 94.9 (70)
Noncritical
Fasteners
IntoAluminum
Noncritical
Fasteners
IntoAluminum
Tightening Torque: N·m (in. lb.) + or - 10%
Property Class
N·m = in. lb. x 0.113
N·m = ft. lb. x 1.356
in. lb. = N·m x 8.85
ft. lb. = N·m x 0.737
Torque
Conversions
4.8 5.8 8.8 10.9 12.9
4.8 5.8 8.8 10.9 12.9
Oil Drain Plugs Tightening Torque: N·m (English Equiv.)
Size
1/8" NPT
1/4"
3/8"
1/2"
3/4"
X-708-1
Into Cast Iron
–
17.0 (150 in. lb.)
20.3 (180 in. lb.)
27.1 (20 ft. lb.)
33.9 (25 ft. lb.)
27.1/33.9 (20/25 ft. lb.)
Into Aluminum
4.5 (40 in. lb.)
11.3 (100 in. lb.)
13.6 (120 in. lb.)
17.6 (13 ft. lb.)
21.7 (16 ft. lb.)
27.1/33.9 (20/25 ft. lb.)

2.1
Section 2
Tools & Aids
2
Section 2
Tools & Aids
Certain quality tools are designed to help you perform specific disassembly, repair, and reassembly procedures.
By using tools designed for the job, you can properly service engines easier, faster, and safer! In addition, you’ll
increase your service capabilities and customer satisfaction by decreasing engine downtime.
Here is the list of tools and their source.
Separate Tool Suppliers:
Kohler Tools
Contact your source
of supply.
SE Tools
415 Howard St.
Lapeer, MI 48446
Phone [phone]
Toll Free 800-664-2981
Fax [phone]
Design Technology Inc.
768 Burr Oak Drive
Westmont, IL 60559
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Section 2
Tools & Aids
Special Tools You Can Make
Flywheel Holding Tool
A flywheel holding tool can be made out of an old
junk flywheel ring gear as shown in Figure 2-1, and
used in place of a strap wrench.
1. Using an abrasive cut-off wheel, cut out a six
tooth segment of the ring gear as shown.
2. Grind off any burrs or sharp edges.
3. Invert the segment and place it between the
ignition bosses on the crankcase so that the tool
teeth engage the flywheel ring gear teeth. The
bosses will lock the tool and flywheel in
position for loosening, tightening or removing
with a puller.
Figure 2-1. Flywheel Holding Tool.
RockerArm/Crankshaft Tool
A spanner wrench to lift the rocker arms or turn the
crankshaft may be made out of an old junk connecting
rod.
1. Find a used connecting rod from a 10 HP or
larger engine. Remove and discard the rod cap.
2. Remove the studs of a Posi-Lock rod or grind off
the aligning steps of a Command rod, so the joint
surface is flat.
3. Find a 1 in. long capscrew with the correct
thread size to match the threads in the
connecting rod.
4. Use a flat washer with the correct I.D. to slip on
the capscrew and approximately 1” O.D. (Kohler
Part No. 12 468 05-S). Assemble the capscrew
and washer to the joint surface of the rod, as
shown in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. RockerArm/Crankshaft Tool.

3.1
Section 3
Troubleshooting
3
Section 3
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide
When troubles occur, be sure to check the simple
causes which, at first, may seem too obvious to be
considered. For example, a starting problem could be
caused by an empty fuel tank.
Some common causes of engine trouble are listed
below. Use these to locate the causing factors.
Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
1. Empty fuel tank.
2. Fuel shut-off valve closed.
3. Dirt or water in the fuel system.
4. Clogged fuel line.
5. Spark plug lead disconnected.
6. Key switch or kill switch in off position.
7. Faulty spark plug.
8. Faulty ignition module.
9. Choke not closing.
10. Faulty oil sending unit.
Engine Starts But Does Not Keep Running
1. Restricted fuel tank vent.
2. Dirt or water in the fuel system.
3. Faulty choke or throttle controls/cable.
4. Loose wires or connections that short the kill
terminal of ignition module to ground.
5. Faulty cylinder head gasket.
6. Faulty fuel pump.
7. Faulty carburetor.
8. Faulty fuel pump.
Engines Starts Hard
1. Hydrostatic transmission not in neutral/PTO
drive is engaged.
2. Dirt or water in the fuel system.
3. Clogged fuel line.
4. Loose or faulty wires or connections.
5. Faulty choke or throttle controls/cables.
6. Faulty spark plug.
7. Low compression.
8. Faulty Automatic Compression Release (ACR)
mechanism.
Engine Will Not Crank
1. Hydrostatic transmission not in neutral/PTO
drive is engaged.
2. Battery is discharged.
3. Safety interlock switch is engaged.
4. Loose or faulty wires or connections.
5. Faulty key switch or ignition switch.
6. Faulty electric starter/starter solenoid.
7. Retractable starter not engaging in drive cup.
8. Seized internal engine components.
Engine Runs But Misses
1. Dirt or water in the fuel system.
2. Spark plug lead disconnected.
3. Loose wires or connections that intermittently
short the kill terminal of ignition module to
ground.
4. Engine overheated.
5. Faulty ignition module.
Engine Will Not Idle
1. Restricted fuel tank cap vent.
2. Dirt or water in the fuel system.
3. Faulty spark plug.
4. Idle fuel adjusting needle improperly set.
5. Idle speed adjusting screw improperly set.
6. Low compression.
7. Stale fuel and/or gum in carburetor.
Engine Overheats
1. Air intake or grass screen, cooling fins, or cooling
shrouds clogged.
2. Excessive engine load.
3. Low crankcase oil level.
4. High crankcase oil level.
5. Faulty carburetor.
6. Lean fuel condition.
7. Restricted exhaust.