Specifications
| Fuel | Gasoline, LP Gas |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Prime power | 4 kW |
| Controller | Relay Controller with Rocker Type Momentary Contact START/STOP Switch, Keyed Connector for Remote Start |
| Oil capacity | 1.4 L |
| Voltage options | 120 V, 60 V, 120/240 V |
| Phase | Single-Phase |
| Battery cranking | 290 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 1.4 L |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.6914 L |
| Aspiration | Air-Cooled, Four-Stroke |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Kohler KT17II Series II| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Check air cleaner (replace if dirty) | — | 1000 hr | find | |
| Fuel filter | Secondary | 277759 | Amazon eBay $7.18 | ||
| Fuel filter | Service fuel pump internal filter (early models only) | — | 500 hr | find | |
| Oil filter | Change lube oil (change oil initially after first five hours of operation) | — | 2000 hr | find | |
| Belt | Check and tighten electrical connections | — | 500 hr | find | |
| Coolant | — | ||||
| Coolant filter | Service or replace spark plugs | — | 1000 hr | find | |
| Oil | Check oil level | 1.4 L | — | 500 hr |
Common questions
What engine does the Kohler 4.5 CKM use?
The Kohler 4.5 CKM is powered by the Kohler KT17II Series II engine.
What fuel does the Kohler 4.5 CKM use?
The Kohler 4.5 CKM runs on Gasoline, LP Gas.
What is the oil capacity of the Kohler 4.5 CKM?
The Kohler KT17II Series II engine in the Kohler 4.5 CKM has an oil capacity of 1.4 liters.
Troubleshooting
3Fault codes
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| P26 | Fuel Pump/Valve |
| P3-4 | SDR Relay |
| LOP | Low Oil Pressure |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
10| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 239396 | Controller Circuit Board E-239396 | Controller circuit board | buy | |
| 243320 | Grommet | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| A-228664 | Regulator assembly, voltage | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| D-393-13 | Tubing, vinyl | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-367-3 | Connector, butt | 5 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-431-29 | Terminal, 1/4 in. male fully ins. | 5 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-468-2 | Ties, cable | 4 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-49-6 | Screw, 6-32 x 3/4 in. | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-50-15 | Screw, 10-24 x 1/2 in. | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
| X-6210-3 | Nut, 6-32 serrated | 2 | Service part / kit | buy |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | |||
| Standby |
Available documents
Service manual