Kohler — Carburetor Removal
Repair & overhaul · Fuel system
From a Kohler service manual covering: CH270, CH395, CH440. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler CH270, Kohler CH395, Kohler CH440
Before you start
- Gasoline is extremely flammable; keep sparks and flames away.
Procedure
- Remove air cleaner cover, element and precleaner, carburetor cover screws and hex flange nuts.
- Disconnect breather hose; remove nuts/screw and air cleaner base.
- Remove gasket from mounting studs.
- Disconnect fuel line from carburetor inlet; disconnect choke link and spring.
- Slide carburetor off studs while disconnecting throttle link and dampening spring.
- Inspect carburetor-to-insulator and insulator-to-head gaskets; replace as needed.
Full service-parts list: Kohler CH270 →, Kohler CH395 →, Kohler CH440 →
Source: Kohler service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.