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ECH630-ECH749, CH735/CH26, CH745
ECV630-ECV749, CV735, CV745
Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT: Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully before

operating equipment. Refer to operating instruction of
equipment that this engine powers.
Ensure engine is stopped and level before performing any
maintenance or service.
Warranty coverage as outlined in the warranty card and on
KohlerEngines.com. Please review carefully as it provides you
specific rights and obligations.
To maintain compliance with applicable emission regulations,
exhaust system backpressure may not exceed limits which can
be found on KohlerEngines.com. Search by Model No., select
Read More, then select Specs tab.

Record engine information to reference when ordering parts or obtaining warranty coverage.

Engine Model
Specification
Serial Number
Purchase Date

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 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.

WARNING WARNING WARNING

Explosive Fuel Carbon Accidental
can cause fires Monoxide can Starts can cause
and severe cause severe severe injury or
burns. nausea, fainting death.
or death.
Do not fill fuel Disconnect and
tank while Avoid inhaling ground spark
engine is hot or exhaust fumes. plug lead(s)
running. before servicing.
Engine exhaust gases
Gasoline is extremely contain poisonous carbon Before working on engine or
flammable and its vapors monoxide. Carbon equipment, disable engine
can explode if ignited. monoxide is odorless, as follows: 1) Disconnect
Store gasoline only in colorless, and can cause spark plug lead(s). 2)
approved containers, in death if inhaled. Disconnect negative (–)
well ventilated, unoccupied battery cable from battery.
buildings, away from sparks
or flames. Spilled fuel
could ignite if it comes in
contact with hot parts or
sparks from ignition. Never
use gasoline as a cleaning
agent.

WARNING WARNING WARNING

High Pressure Rotating Parts Hot Parts can
Fluids can can cause cause severe
puncture skin severe injury. burns.
and cause
severe injury or Stay away while Do not touch
death. engine is in engine while
operation. operating or just
Do not work after stopping.
on fuel system Keep hands, feet, hair,
without proper and clothing away from all Never operate engine with
training or safety moving parts to prevent heat shields or guards
equipment. injury. Never operate engine removed.
with covers, shrouds, or
Fluid puncture injuries are guards removed.
highly toxic and hazardous.
If an injury occurs, seek
immediate medical attention.

California Proposition 65 Warning

CAUTION
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known
Electrical Shock to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
can cause injury. reproductive harm.
Do not touch
wires while
engine is California Proposition 65 Warning
running.
This product contains chemicals known to State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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Air Cleaner Dust Ejector

A B Inner Element C Retaining Clip D
Housing Valve
Heavy-Duty Air
E End Cap F Element G Inlet Screen H Cleaner
I Oil Fill/Dipstick J Filter Minder K Oil Cooler L Oil Filter
Low-Profile Air Air Cleaner
M Fuel Filter N Oil Fill O P
Cleaner Base
Q Paper Element R Precleaner S Rubber Seal T Element Cover
Air Cleaner Air Cleaner
U Wing Nut V W X Debris Screen
Cover Knob
Y Spark Plug Z Dipstick AA Ejector Area AB Oil Drain Plug

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 Pre-Start Checklist 1. Place throttle control midway between slow
and fast positions.
1. Check oil level. Add oil if low. Do not overfill.
2. Turn key switch to START position Release
2. Check fuel level. Add fuel if low. Check fuel switch as soon as engine starts. If starter
system components and lines for leaks. does not turn engine over, shut off key switch
immediately. Do not make further attempts to
3. Check and clean cooling areas, air intake start engine until condition is corrected. Do
areas and external surfaces of engine not jump start. See your Kohler authorized
(particularly after storage). dealer for trouble analysis.
4. Check that air cleaner components and all
shrouds, equipment covers, and guards are Cold Weather Starting Hints
in place and securely fastened.
1. Use proper oil for temperature expected.
5. Check spark arrestor (if equipped).
2. Disengage all possible external loads.
Starting 3. Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade
fuel has higher volatility to improve starting.

WARNING Stopping
Carbon Monoxide can cause 1. If possible, remove load by disengaging all
severe nausea, fainting or death. PTO driven attachments.
Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes. 2. If equipped, move throttle control to slow or
idle position; stop engine.
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous 3. If equipped, close fuel shut-off valve.
carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is
odorless, colorless, and can cause death if
inhaled. Angle of Operation
Refer to operating instructions of equipment
this engine powers. Do not operate this engine
WARNING exceeding maximum angle of operation; see
specification table. Engine damage could result
Rotating Parts can cause severe from insufficient lubrication.
injury.
Stay away while engine is in Engine Speed
operation. NOTE: Do not tamper with governor setting to
increase maximum engine speed.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away Overspeed is hazardous and will void
from all moving parts to prevent injury. Never warranty.
operate engine with covers, shrouds, or
guards removed.
NOTE: To prime a dry fuel system, turn key
switch to ON position for one minute.
Allow fuel pump to cycle and prime
system. Turn key switch OFF.
NOTE: Do not crank engine continuously for
more than 10 seconds. Allow a 60
second cool down period between
starting attempts. Failure to follow
these guidelines can burn out starter
motor.
NOTE: Upon start-up, a metallic ticking may
occur. Run engine for 5 minutes. If
noise continues, run engine at mid
throttle for 20 minutes. If noise persists,
take engine to your local Kohler
authorized dealer.

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Maintenance Instructions

WARNING
Before working on engine or equipment, disable
Accidental Starts can cause engine as follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug
severe injury or death. lead(s). 2) Disconnect negative (–) battery cable
Disconnect and ground spark from battery.
plug lead(s) before servicing.
Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be
performed by any repair establishment or individual; however, warranty repairs must be performed
by a Kohler authorized dealer found at KohlerEngines.com or 1-800-544-2444 (U.S. and Canada).
Maintenance Schedule
Every 25 Hours or Annually¹
● Service/replace low-profile precleaner (if equipped).
Every 100 Hours or Annually¹
● Change oil.
● Replace low-profile air cleaner element.
● Remove and clean shrouds and cooling areas.
● Check oil cooler fins, clean as necessary (if equipped).
Every 150 Hours
● Check heavy-duty filter minder.
● Inspect heavy-duty air filter paper element and inlet screen area.
Every 200 Hours¹
● Replace unique Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) fuel filter.
Every 200 Hours
● Change oil filter.
Every 300 Hours¹
● Replace heavy-duty air cleaner element and check inner element.
Every 500 Hours or Annually¹
● Replace spark plugs and set gap.
Every 600 Hours¹
● Replace heavy-duty air cleaner inner element.
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Perform these procedures more frequently under severe, dusty, dirty conditions.

Oil Recommendations Check Oil Level

We recommend use of Kohler oils for best NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or
performance. Other high-quality detergent damage, never run engine with oil level
oils (including synthetic) of API (American below or above operating range
Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher indicator on dipstick.
are acceptable. Select viscosity based on air
temperature at time of operation as shown in Ensure engine is cool. Clean oil fill/dipstick
table below. areas of any debris.
1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off.
10W-30 a. Push-on cap: reinsert dipstick into tube;
press completely down.
SAE 30 or
5W-30 b. Threaded cap: reinsert dipstick into
tube; rest cap on tube, do not thread cap
°F -20 0 20 32 40 50 60 80 100
onto tube.
°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
2. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level
should be at top of indicator on dipstick.
3. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of
indicator mark.
4. Reinstall and secure dipstick.
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 Change Oil and Filter Fuel must meet these requirements:

Change oil while engine is warm. ● Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

1. Clean area around oil fill cap/dipstick and ● Octane rating of 87 (R+M)/2 or higher.
drain plug. Remove drain plug and oil fill cap/ ● Research Octane Number (RON) 90 octane
dipstick. Allow oil to drain completely. minimum.
2. Clean area around oil filter. Place a container ● Gasoline up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90%
under filter to catch any oil and remove filter. unleaded is acceptable.
Wipe off mounting surface. Reinstall drain
plug. Torque to 10 ft. lb. (13.6 N·m). ● Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and
unleaded gasoline blend (max 15% MTBE by
3. Place new filter in shallow pan with open end volume) are approved.
up. Fill with new oil until oil reaches bottom
of threads. Allow 2 minutes for oil to be ● Do not add oil to gasoline.
absorbed by filter material. ● Do not overfill fuel tank.
4. Apply a thin film of clean oil to rubber gasket ● Do not use gasoline older than 30 days.
on new filter.
5. Refer to instructions on oil filter for proper Fuel Line
installation. High pressure fuel line meeting SAE R12
6. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be standard must be installed on Kohler Co.
at top of indicator on dipstick. engines equipped with an EFI system.
7. Reinstall oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten
securely. Spark Plugs
8. Start engine; check for oil leaks. Stop engine;
correct leaks. Recheck oil level. CAUTION
9. Dispose of used oil and filter in accordance
with local ordinances. Electrical Shock can cause injury.
Do not touch wires while engine
Oil Sentry™ (if equipped) is running.
This switch is designed to prevent engine Clean out spark plug recess. Remove plug and
from starting in a low oil or no oil condition. Oil replace.
Sentry™ may not shut down a running engine
before damage occurs. In some applications 1. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust
this switch may activate a warning signal. Read gap, see specification table for adjustment.
your equipment manuals for more information. 2. Reinstall plug into cylinder head.
Fuel Recommendations 3. Torque plug to 20 ft. lb. (27 N·m).

Jump Starting
WARNING Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
provided by battery manufacturer and/or
Explosive Fuel can cause fires original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Failure
and severe burns. to follow proper procedures may result in
Do not fill fuel tank while engine serious personal injury and/or non-warrantable
is hot or running. damage to engine’s EFI components.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) System

its vapors can explode if ignited. Store EFI is an electronically-controlled fuel
gasoline only in approved containers, in management system which is monitored by an
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away Electronic Control Unit (ECU). A Malfunction
from sparks or flames. Spilled fuel could Indicator Light (MIL) will illuminate if problems
ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts or or faults are detected. Servicing by a Kohler
sparks from ignition. Never use gasoline as a authorized dealer is necessary.
cleaning agent.
NOTE: E15, E20 and E85 are NOT approved Fuel System Components
and should NOT be used; effects of High pressure components inside fuel pump
old, stale or contaminated fuel are not module are not serviceable. Engines are
warrantable. equipped with a special EFI fuel filter. See
Maintenance Schedule.

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Fuse Replacement screen down; secure with retaining clips.
This engine has three (3) blade type automotive
fuses. Replacement fuses must have same Breather Tube
rating as blown fuse. Use fuse chart below to
determine correct fuse. Ensure both ends of breather tube are properly
connected.
Wire Color Fuse Rating
Oil Cooler (if equipped)
2 Solid Red Wires 10-amp Fuse
1. Clean fins with a brush or compressed air.
1 Red Wire with Black Stripe 2. Remove two screws securing oil cooler, and
10-amp Fuse
1 Red Wire with White Stripe tilt to clean back side.

2 Purple Wires 30-amp Fuse 3. Reinstall oil cooler.

Air Cooling
Air Cleaner
NOTE: Operating engine with loose or
damaged air cleaner components WARNING
could cause premature wear and
failure. Replace all bent or damaged Hot Parts can cause severe
components. burns.

NOTE: Paper element cannot be blown out Do not touch engine while
with compressed air. operating or just after stopping.

Low-Profile Never operate engine with heat shields or

Loosen knob and remove air cleaner cover. guards removed.
Precleaner: Proper cooling is essential. To prevent over
heating, clean screens, cooling fins, and other
1. Remove precleaner from paper element. external surfaces of engine. Avoid spraying
2. Replace or wash precleaner in warm water water at wiring harness or any electrical
with detergent. Rinse and allow to air dry. components. See Maintenance Schedule.

3. Saturate precleaner with new engine oil; Repairs/Service Parts

squeeze out excess oil.
We recommend that you use a Kohler
4. Reinstall precleaner over paper element. authorized dealer for all maintenance,
Paper Element: service, and replacement parts for engine.
To find a Kohler authorized dealer visit
1. Clean area around element. Remove wing KohlerEngines.com or call 1-800-544-2444
nut, element cover, and paper element with (U.S. and Canada).
precleaner.
2. Separate precleaner from element; service Storage
precleaner and replace paper element. If engine will be out of service for 2 months or
3. Check condition of rubber seal and replace if more follow procedure below.
necessary. 1. Add Kohler PRO Series fuel treatment or
4. Install new paper element on base; install equivalent to fuel tank. Run engine 2-3
precleaner over paper element; reinstall minutes to get stabilized fuel into fuel system
element cover and secure with wing nut. (failures due to untreated fuel are not
warrantable).
Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure with
knob. 2. Change oil while engine is still warm from
operation. Remove spark plug(s) and pour
Heavy-Duty about 1 oz. of engine oil into cylinder(s).
1. Unhook retaining clips and remove end Replace spark plug(s) and crank engine
cap(s). slowly to distribute oil.
2. Check and clean inlet screen (if equipped). 3. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable.
3. Pull air cleaner element out of housing and 4. Store engine in a clean, dry place.
replace. Check condition of inner element;
replace when dirty.
4. Check all parts for wear, cracks, or damage,
and that ejector area is clean.
5. Install new element(s).

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 Troubleshooting
Do not attempt to service or replace major engine components, or any items that require special
timing or adjustment procedures. This work should be performed by a Kohler authorized dealer.
Possible Cause
Broken Dirty Faulty
Problem No Improper Dirt In Fusible Debris Incorrect Engine Dirty Air Spark
Fuel Fuel Fuel Line Link Screen Oil Level Overload Cleaner Plug
Will Not Start ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Hard Starting ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Stops Suddenly ● ● ● ● ● ●
Lacks Power ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Operates Erratically ● ● ● ● ● ●
Knocks or Pings ● ● ● ●
Skips or Misfires ● ● ● ● ●
Backfires ● ● ● ●
Overheats ● ● ● ● ●
High Fuel
Consumption
● ● ●

Engine Specifications

Maximum Angle
Stroke Displacement Oil(Refi
Capacity Spark Plug
Model Bore of Operation
ll) Gap (@ full oil level)*
ECH630
ECV630 3.2 in. 42.4 cu. in.
ECH650 (80 mm) (694 cc)
ECV650
ECH730 2.72 in.
ECV730 (69 mm)
ECH740 45.6 cu in. 1.7-2.0 U.S. qt. 0.03 in. 25°
ECV740 (747 cc) (1.6-1.9 L) (0.76 mm)
ECH749 3.27 in.
ECV749 (83 mm)
CH735/CH26
CV735 2.6 in. 44.2 cu. in.
CH745 (67 mm) (725 cc)
CV745
*Exceeding maximum angle of operation may cause engine damage from insufficient lubrication.
Additional specification information can be found in service manual at KohlerEngines.com.
Exhaust Emission Control System for models ECH630-ECH749, ECV630-ECV749, CH735/CH26,
CH745, CV735, and CV745 is EM, O2S, ECM, MPI for U.S. EPA, California, and Europe.
Any and all horsepower (hp) references by Kohler are Certified Power Ratings and per SAE J1940
& J1995 hp standards. Details on Certified Power Ratings can be found at KohlerEngines.com.

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