Safety SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: A hazard that could result in death, serious injury, or substantial property damage. CAUTION: A hazard that could result in minor personal injury or property damage. NOTE: is used to notify people of important installation, operation, or maintenance information. 2 KohlerEngines.com 66 690 01 Rev. C WARNING Explosive Fuel can cause fi res and severe burns. Do not fi ll fuel tank while engine is hot or running. Gasoline is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can explode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or fl ames.
Spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or sparks from ignition. Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent. WARNING Accidental Starts can cause severe injury or death. Disconnect and ground spark plug lead(s) before servicing. Before working on engine or equipment, disable engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable from battery. CAUTION Electrical Shock can cause injury. Do not touch wires while engine is running. CAUTION Damaging Crankshaft and Flywheel Can Cause Personal Injury! Using improper procedures can lead to broken fragments. Broken fragments could be thrown from engine.
Always observe and use precautions and procedures when installing fl ywheel. WARNING Hot Parts can cause severe burns. Do not touch engine while operating or just after stopping. Never operate engine with heat shields or guards removed. 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. WARNING Hot liquid can cause severe burns. Do not loosen radiator cap while engine is operating or warm to touch. Liquid coolant can get extremely hot from operation.
Turning radiator cap when engine is hot can allow steam and scalding liquid to blow out and burn you severely. Shut off machine. Only remove radiator cap when cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to fi rst stop to relieve pressure before removing completely. WARNING Cleaning Solvents can cause severe injury or death. Use only in well ventilated areas away from ignition sources. Carburetor cleaners and solvents are extremely fl ammable. Follow cleaner manufacturer’s warnings and instructions on its proper and safe use. Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent. WARNING Carbon Monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting or death. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes.
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and can cause death if inhaled.