HP 18-26 User Manual

1COMMAND 18-26 HPOWNER'S MANUALHORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT

10Change Oil FilterReplace the oil filter at least every other oil change(every 200 hours of operation). Always use a genuineKohler oil filter, Part N

11 47 083 03 65 mm deep x 178 mm O.D. 24 083 03 74 mm deep x 178 mm O.D.7. When precleaner replacement is necessary, orderge

12Figure 11. Servicing Spark Plug.4. Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head.Torque the spark plug to 24.4/29.8 N·m(18/22 ft. lb.).Battery Cha

13• Make sure the air cleaner element is clean and allair cleaner element components are fastenedsecurely.If, after checking the items listed above, t

14CH26 Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)SystemThe EFI system is a complete, electronically controlledfuel management system, designed to deliver aprecis

15Parts OrderingThe engine Specification, Model, and Serial Numbersare required when ordering replacement parts from yourKohler Engine Service Dealer.

16LIMITED 2 YEAR COMMAND ENGINE WARRANTYWe warrant to the original consumer that each new COMMAND engine sold by us will be free from manufacturing de

17KOHLER CO.FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSLIMITED WARRANTYUTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINESThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

18LIMITATIONSThis Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following:(a) repair or replacement required because of misuse or negle

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2Explosive Fuel can cause fires andsevere burns.Stop engine before filling fuel tank.WARNINGExplosive Fuel!Gasoline is extremely flammableand its vapo

ENGINE DIVISION, KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WISCONSIN 53044 LITHO IN U.S.A.FORM NO.: TP-2474-EISSUED: 12/94REVISED: 5/99MAILED:FOR SALES AND SERVICE INFORMAT

3Safety Precautions (Cont.)Accidental Starts can causesevere injury or death.Disconnect and ground spark plugleads before servicing.WARNINGCarbon Mono

4Figure 1. Typical Command Horizontal Shaft Engine (CH18-25).Figure 2. CH26 Command Horizontal Shaft Engine.Air CleanerOil FillRectifier-RegulatorThro

5Fuel RecommendationsWARNING: Explosive Fuel!Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors canexplode if ignited. Store gasoline only in approvedcont

6Engine Identification NumbersWhen ordering parts, or in any communication involvingan engine, always give the Model, Specification, andSerial Numbers

74. For a Warm Engine – Return choke to “off”position as soon as engine starts.Stopping1. Remove the load by disengaging all PTO drivenattachments.2.

8• Replace fuel filter1 (CH26 engines).Daily or BeforeStarting EngineMaintenance RequiredFrequency• Fill fuel tank.• Check oil level.• Check air clean

9Figure 7. Oil Level Dipstick.5. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type, up tothe “F” mark on the dipstick. (Refer to “Oil Type” onpage 5.) A