Kohler ECH440 — Starting
Operation · Engine
For the Kohler ECH440, from the Kohler owner's manual.
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Before you start
- Carbon Monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting or death. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes.
- Rotating Parts can cause severe injury. Stay away while engine is in operation.
Procedure
- Turn fuel shut-off valve to ON position (if equipped).
- Turn engine on/off switch to ON position (if equipped).
- Place throttle control midway between SLOW and FAST positions.
- Retractable Start: Slowly pull starter handle until just past compression-STOP! Return starter handle; firmly pull straight out to avoid excessive rope wear.
- Electric Start: Activate starter switch. Release switch as soon as engine starts. If starter does not turn engine over, shut off starter immediately.
Source: Kohler owner's 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.