Kohler — Setting the idle minimum and maximum (standard)
Adjustments · Speed governor
From a Kohler service manual covering: KD 702, KDW 1003, KDW 1404, KDW 702, KDW 702 - 1003 - 1404. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler KDW 1003, Kohler KDW 1404, Kohler KDW 702, Kohler KDW 702 / KDW 1003 / KDW 1404 engine, Kohler KDW702 engine, Kohler KDW1003 engine, Kohler KDW1404 engine
Procedure
- Fill engine with oil, fuel and coolant; start and warm up 10 minutes.
- Turn screw 1 to adjust idle speed at 850 to 900 rpm; tighten locknut.
- Turn screw 2 and regulate idle maximum at 3800 rpm; block locknut.
Specs & values
- Idle minimum 850 to 900 rpm
- Idle maximum 3800 rpm
- Maximum rpm stabilises at 3600 rpm at setting power
Full service-parts list: Kohler KDW 1003 →
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.