Kohler Courage XT-6 Service Manual

1.4
Section 1
Safety and General Information
Oil Recommendations
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the engine
is extremely important, as is daily checking of oil level
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oil, or using dirty oil, will cause premature engine
wear and failure.
Oil Type
Use high quality detergent oil of ȱǻȱ
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the viscosity based on the air temperature at the time
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10W-30
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
10W-30, SAE 30
°F -20 0 20 32 40 60 80 100
°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
TEMPERATURE RANGE EXPECTED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Figure 1-3. Viscosity Grades Table.
NOTE: Using other than service class SJ or higher oil
or extending oil change intervals longer than
recommended can cause engine damage.
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10W-30
A
P
I
S
E
R
V
I
C
E
S
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Figure 1-4. Oil Container Logo.
Refer to Section 6, Lubrication System, for detailed oil
check and oil change procedures.
Fuel Recommendations
WARNING: Explosive Fuel!
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if ignited. Store gasoline only in approved containers, in
well ventilated, unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or
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running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes in contact
with hot parts or sparks from ignition. Do not start the
engine near spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a cleaning
agent.
General Recommendations
Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store
in clean, approved containers. A container with a
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recommended. Such a container is easier to handle
and helps eliminate spillage during refueling.
To ensure easy starting and minimize gum deposits in
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previous season. Do not add oil to the gasoline. Do not
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Fuel Type
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gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 86 or
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should be 90 octane minimum.
Unleaded gasoline is recommended, as it leaves less
combustion chamber deposits. Leaded gasoline may
be used in areas where unleaded is not available
and exhaust emissions are not regulated. Be aware
however, using unleaded gasoline will require more
frequent cylinder head servicing.
Gasoline/Alcohol Blends
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gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel for Kohler
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and E85 are not to be used and are not approved. Any
failures resulting from use of these fuels will not be
warranted.
Gasoline/Ether Blends
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded
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volume) are approved as a fuel for Kohler engines.
Other gasoline/ether blends are not approved.

Kohler Courage XT-6 Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	Courage XT-6
Category	Engine
Language	English