Kohler — Storage - external engine protection
Maintenance
From a Kohler service manual covering: KD 626-3, KD 626-3 B2 NR, KD 626-3 EPA, KD 626-3 NR. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler KD 626-3, Kohler KD 626/3 engine
Procedure
- Start the engine and heat it.
- Remove the drain plug and let the oil flow completely.
- Replace the oil filter with a new one (screw manually the new filter).
- Clean the oil drain plug and after assembling a new gasket, tighten it.
- Carry out oil refilling to the upper level of the rod using AGIP RUSTIA C or equivalent.
- Start for about 10 minutes, verify any oil leakage then stop the engine.
- Clean carefully cylinder cooling system fins and the blowing fan.
- Loosen the drive belt of the blowing fan.
- Protect the external non-painted surfaces with AGIP RUSTIA 100/F.
- Seal with adhesive tape the intake and exhaust systems.
- Coat the engine with a nylon or plastic sheet.
- Keep in a dry place, not in direct contact with the ground and away from high voltage electric lines.
Specs & values
- Engines not used for more than 3 months must be protected
Full service-parts list: Kohler KD 626-3 →
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.