CH940-CH1000Service ManualKohlerEngines.comIMPORTANT: Read all safety precautions and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Refer to ope
Specifi cations10 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comCLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS3CH940 CH960 CH980 CH1000Connecting RodCrankpin End I.D. @ 70°F New Max. We
Specifi cations1162 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comCLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS3CH940 CH960 CH980 CH1000Cylinder HeadMax. Out-of-Flatness 0.076 mm (0.003 i
Specifi cations12 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comGENERAL TORQUE VALUESMetric Fastener Torque Recommendations for Standard ApplicationsProperty ClassN
Tools and Aids1362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comCertain quality tools are designed to help you perform specifi c disassembly, repair, and reassembly
Tools and Aids14 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTOOLSDescription Source/Part No.Hydraulic Valve Lifter ToolFor removing and installing hydraulic lif
Tools and Aids1562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comFLYWHEEL HOLDING TOOL ROCKER ARM/CRANKSHAFT TOOLA fl ywheel holding tool can be made out of an old ju
Troubleshooting16 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comEngine Cranks But Will Not Start● Battery connected backwards.● Blown fuse.● Carburetor solenoid
1762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comTroubleshootingEngine Loses Power● Dirty air cleaner element.● Engine overheated.● Excessive engine load.● Restr
Troubleshooting18 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comCondition ConclusionCrankcase breather clogged or inoperative. NOTE: If breather is integral part
1962 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comTroubleshootingCOMPRESSION TESTFor Command Twins:A compression test is best performed on a warm engine. Clean any
Safety2 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comSAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: A hazard that could result in death, serious injury, or substantial property dam
62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.com20Air Cleaner/IntakeAIR CLEANERThese systems are CARB/EPA certifi ed and components should not be altered or modifi ed
Fuel System2162 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comTypical carbureted fuel system and related components include:● Fuel tank and valve.● Fuel lines.● In-
Fuel System22 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTwo-Barrel Carburetor ComponentsACarburetor BodySubassemblyBIdle SpeedScrewCIdle SpeedSpringD Screw E G
Fuel System2362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comEngines in this series are equipped with a two-barrel, side-draft carburetor with fi xed main jets on a
Fuel System24 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comFuel Shut-off SolenoidMost carburetors are equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. Solenoid is attached
Fuel System2562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.com1. Perform removal procedures for appropriate air cleaner and carburetor outlined in Disassembly.2. C
Fuel System26 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.com13. Turn old bushing upside down and use it as a driver to carefully press or tap new bushing into car
Governor System2762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comThis governor design works as follows:● Centrifugal force acting on rotating governor gear assembl
Lubrication System28 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comThis engine uses a full pressure lubrication system which delivers oil under pressure to cranksh
Lubrication System2962 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comOIL COOLERNOTE: Oil cooler is mounted under cylinder shroud. Removal of cylinder shroud is nece
Maintenance362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comMAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGBefore working on engine or equipment, disable engine as follows: 1) Dis
Electrical System30 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comSPARK PLUGS CAUTIONElectrical Shock can cause injury.Do not touch wires while engine is running.S
Electrical System3162 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comCarbon FouledSoft, sooty, black deposits indicate incomplete combustion caused by a restricted ai
Electrical System32 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comFixed Ignition SystemThis system uses a capacitive discharge (CD) coil. Ignition timing and spark
Electrical System3362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comBGOBPSDHKIJDBFBGALMNXBQCWRZRSAJAJVCAAAEABFUGFDAEBTYADAFAHAIACA Blue B Red CGreen (Oil Sentry™ Pul
Electrical System34 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comACAFAIAEADAADBOQSZXCADGYEBAHWWWVBUTGGBFFPFBDAHJJXRGGABBFBIHNLKJMABA Blue B Red CGreen (Oil Sentry
Electrical System3562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comWire Diagram-15/20/25 Amp Regulated Battery Charging System with DSAI Ignition and Four Pin Conne
Electrical System36 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comWire Diagram-15/20/25 Amp Regulated Battery Charging System with DSAI Ignition and Five Pin Conne
Electrical System3762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comElectronic Ignition Systems TestsSpecial Tools Required:NOTE: Ignition tester must be used to te
Electrical System38 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTest Timing Advance (DSAI only)1. Make a line near edge of fl ywheel screen with a marking pen, c
Electrical System3962 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comTo test 20/25 amp rectifi er-regulators:1. Connect single lead adapter in between B+ (center) ter
Maintenance4 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comOIL RECOMMENDATIONSWe recommend use of Kohler oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oi
Electrical System40 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTo test charging system for no charge to battery:1. Insert an ammeter in B+ lead from rectifi er-
Electrical System4162 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comELECTRIC STARTING MOTORNOTE: Do not crank engine continuously for more than 10 seconds. Allow a
Electrical System42 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comSolenoid Shift Starter ComponentsA Tube B WasherC Armature D DriveE Stop F Retaining RingG Collar
Electrical System4362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.com b. Install a new retainer in larger (rear) groove of armature shaft. Squeeze with a pliers to
Electrical System44 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTo test solenoid pull-in coil/plunger:Actuation1. Use a 12 volt power supply and 2 test leads.2.
Disassembly/Inspection and Service4562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.com WARNINGBefore working on engine or equipment, disable engine as follows: 1) Dis
Disassembly/Inspection and Service46 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comClean all parts thoroughly as engine is disassembled. Only clean parts can be ac
Disassembly/Inspection and Service4762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comRemove Oil CoolerNOTE: New clamps are recommended any time disassembly is perfo
Disassembly/Inspection and Service48 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comRemove FlywheelNOTE: Always use a fl ywheel strap wrench or holding tool to hold
Disassembly/Inspection and Service4962 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comRemove Valve Covers and Fuel Pump WARNINGExplosive Fuel can cause fi res and seve
Specifi cations562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comDimensions in millimeters. Inch equivalents shown in [ ].Engine Dimensions with Heavy-Duty Air Cleane
Disassembly/Inspection and Service50 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.com3. Mark position of push rods as either intake or exhaust and cylinder 1 or 2.
Disassembly/Inspection and Service5162 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comAfter cleaning, check fl atness of cylinder head and corresponding top surface of
Disassembly/Inspection and Service52 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comRemove Breather Assembly1. Remove fasteners securing breather assembly, breathe
Disassembly/Inspection and Service5362 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.com1. Make sure recess in closure plate for oil pump gerotor gears is clean.2. Lu
Disassembly/Inspection and Service54 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comRemove CamshaftRemove camshaft and shim (if used).InspectionCheck lobes of camsh
Disassembly/Inspection and Service5562 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comPiston and RingsInspectionPiston and Rings Components and DetailsA Piston Ring B
Disassembly/Inspection and Service56 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.com3. Top compression ring (top groove): Install top ring using a piston ring expa
Disassembly/Inspection and Service5762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comRemove Governor Yoke, Cross Shaft, and Seal1. Remove mounting screws securing y
Disassembly/Inspection and Service58 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comClean Cylinder Bore After HoningProper cleaning of cylinder walls following bori
59Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comCrankcase ComponentsAQOBCPDEHJKLMN CFGIA Camshaft B Locking Tab C Regulating Pin D Governor GearE Cross
Specifi cations6 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comDimensions in millimeters.Inch equivalents shown in [ ].Engine Dimensions with Low-Profi le Air Cleane
60ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CInstall Governor Shafts, Seal, and Governor GearGovernor Components and DetailsA Crankcase Surface BSeal
61Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comInstall Camshaft1. Liberally apply camshaft lubricant to each cam lobe. Lubricate camshaft bearing surf
62ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CSeveral color coded shims are available:White: 0.69215/0.73025 mm (0.02725/0.02875 in.)Blue: 0.74295/0.7
63Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.com1. Use bolts with heads removed, or a similar item as temporary alignment pins and install into 2 cente
64ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CNOPQRMLKIJHGCEFADBA Gasket B Valve C Cylinder Head D Pipe PlugE Spacer F Washer G Spark Plug H Valve Ste
65Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comInstall Cylinder HeadsTorque Sequence2244553311NOTE: Match numbers embossed on cylinder heads and crank
66ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. COil Cooler/Filter ComponentsABCDEFGMJIIHKJMNLKA Oil Filter B Oil Filter NippleC Cup D Valve SpringE Cup
67Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comFlywheel/Ignition ComponentsNMKLJIHGEFACDBOA Rectifi er-Regulator B Ignition Module C Washer D Flywheel S
68ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CInstall Flywheel CAUTIONDamaging Crankshaft and Flywheel Can cause personal injury.Using improper proced
69Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comABTCDEFGIHJKMLKIHNRQUOOPSTUQXVWVVA Oil Filter B Oil Filter Nipple C Oil Filter Cup D Valve SpringE Cup S
Specifi cations762 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERSKohler engine identifi cation numbers (model, specifi cation and serial) s
70ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CInstall Oil Cooler1. Connect hoses between oil fi lter adapter and oil cooler. Secure with new clamps.2.
71Reassembly62 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comInstall Governor LeverInstall governor lever onto governor shaft and connect throttle linkage with black
72ReassemblyKohlerEngines.com 62 690 01 Rev. CInstall Oil Sentry™ (if equipped)1. Apply pipe sealant with Tefl on® (Loctite® PST® 592™ Thread Sealant
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Specifi cations8 62 690 01 Rev. CKohlerEngines.comTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS3,5CH940 CH960 CH980 CH1000Control PanelM6 screw 10.7 N·m (95 in. lb.) into new
Specifi cations962 690 01 Rev. C KohlerEngines.comTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS3,5CH940 CH960 CH980 CH1000Oil Pickup ScreenMounting Screw 10.7 N·m (95 in. lb.)
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