Kohler L600 / L654 — Carburetor Reassembly and Float Level - Up Draft

Repair & overhaul · Up draft gasoline carburetor

For the Kohler L600 / L654, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler L600 engine

Procedure

1. Turn throttle body upside down, install new gasket and fuel inlet needle.
2. Position float and insert float pin with float lever resting on inlet needle.
3. Measure distance between gasket and bottom of float at free end; should be 5/16 inch.
4. If adjustment is needed, carefully bend float lever to attain proper level.
5. After reinstalling carburetor, recheck level by removing fuel level plug - fuel should be just below the hole.

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.

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