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Kohler — Storage (engine out of service 2 months or more)

Maintenance

From a Kohler owner's manual covering: EZT715, EZT725, EZT740, EZT750. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Failure due to untreated fuel is not warrantable.

Procedure

  1. Add KOHLER PRO Series fuel treatment or equivalent to fuel tank. Run engine 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into fuel system.
  2. Change oil while engine is still warm from operation (NOT required if using KOHLER PRO 10W-50 full-synthetic oil).
  3. Remove spark plug(s) and pour about 1 oz. of engine oil into cylinder(s). Replace spark plug(s) and crank engine slowly to distribute oil.
  4. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable.
  5. Store engine in a clean, dry place.

Specs & values

  • About 1 oz. of engine oil into cylinder(s)

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.

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