
Operation
Starting The Engine
Operation WM doc 9/26/19 2-3
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DANGER! Operate your engine/machine only in well ventilated areas.
The exhaust gases of your engine can cause nausea, delirium and
potentially death unless adequate ventilation is present.
DANGER! Never operate an engine with a fuel or oil leak. The leaking
fuel or oil could potentially come in contact with hot surfaces and ignite
into flames.
WARNING! Be sure the power feed switch is in the neutral position
before turning the key switch to the on (#1) or accessory (#3) position.
This prevents accidental carriage movement. which may cause serious
injury or death.
WARNING! Do not operate engine without proper and operational
spark arrester/muffler. Sparks emitted from the engine exhaust could
ignite surrounding materials, causing serious injury or death.
WARNING! EPA Compliant Gas Tanks Only: Always relieve all fuel
pressure inside the tank prior to filling or connecting fuel fittings. Fail-
ure to do so may result in fuel spillage.
WARNING! EPA Compliant Gas Tanks Only: Disconnect the fuel tank
when not in use or during transportation. Failure to do so may result in
engine flooding or fuel spillage.
Turn the key switch to the start (#2) position and release.
For more information, see the engine manufacturer’s operation manual.
NOTE: When the clutch handle is engaged, an accelerator pump is activated which sup-
plies fuel to the engine carburetor. To avoid flooding the carburetor and possibly fouling
the spark plugs, do not engage the clutch lever repeatedly without the engine running.
NOTE: If the engine dies after starting, check that the fuel pump is running. If the fuel
pump is not running, check the relay inside the black control box on the side of the
engine. Check the red wire connecting the relay to the fuel pump for voltage. Also check
pin #30 & #86 for 12 volts. If voltage is found at the pins but not the red relay wire, replace
the fuel pump relay. If no voltage is found at the pins, have the wiring harness checked by
a qualified Kohler technician.
Engine Shutoff
Turn the key switch to the off (#0) position.