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Specifi cations
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ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
Kohler engine identifi cation numbers (model, specifi cation and serial) should be referenced for effi cient repair,
ordering correct parts, and engine replacement.
Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SH265
Courage Engine
Horizontal Shaft
Numerical Designation
Specifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SH265-0001
Serial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4923500328
Year Manufactured Code Factory Code
Code Year
49 2019
50 2020
51 2021
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
4,7
SH255, SH265, SH270
Bore 68 mm (2.7 in.)
Stroke 54 mm (2.1 in.)
Displacement 196 cc (12.0 cu. in.)
Oil Capacity (refi ll) 0.6 L (0.63 U.S. qt.)
Maximum Angle of Operation (@ full oil level)
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25°
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
4,6
SH255, SH265, SH270
Air Cleaner
Mounting Screw (into intake manifold) 8 N·m (70.8 in. lb.)
Blower Housing and Sheet Metal
M6 Shoulder Screw 10 N·m (88.5 in. lb.)
M6 Nut 8 N·m (70.8 in. lb.)
Carburetor
Stud 10 N·m (88.5 in. lb.)
Primary Nut 8 N·m (70.8 in. lb.)
Secondary Nut 10 N·m (88.5 in. lb.)
Intake Cover Nut 4 N·m (35.4 in. lb.)
Connecting Rod
Cap Fastener (torque in increments) 12 N·m (106 in. lb.)
Crankcase
Oil Drain Plug 18 N·m (13 ft. lb.)
Closure Plate Screw 24 N·m (212 in. lb.)
Cylinder Head
Fastener (torque in 2 increments) fi rst to 12 N·m (106 in. lb.)
fi nally to 24 N·m (212 in. lb.)
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Values are in Metric units. Values in parentheses are English equivalents.
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Exceeding maximum angle of operation may cause engine damage from insuffi cient lubrication.
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Lubricate threads with engine oil prior to assembly.
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Any and all horsepower (hp) references by Kohler are Certifi ed Power Ratings and per SAE J1940 & J1995 hp
standards. Details on Certifi ed Power Ratings can be found at KohlerEngines.com.