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Kohler Command PRO CH732 Problems

Engine Model: Kohler Command PRO CH732
Engine Type: 4-cycle 2-cylinder horizontal shaft air-cooled gasoline engine
Total Displacement: 46 cu.in (747 cc)
Rated Engine Power: 23.5 Hp (17.5 kW) at 3600 rpm
Fuel System: Two-barrel carburetor with fixed main jet

Engine hard to start or will not start

No gasoline in tank - Add fuel.
Improper fuel grade - Use quality fuel.
Water or air in fuel system - Remove air or water from system.
Defective spark plug wire connection - Check the spark plug wire connection, repair or replace.
Damaged spark plug - Replace spark plug.
Dirty fuel filter - Change fuel filter.
Brake pedal not depressed - Press the brake pedal.
Wrong carburetor adjustment - Adjusting carburetor correctly.
Poor compression - Inspect and replace wear parts.
Not adjusted or damaged throttle cable - Replace cable or adjust correctly.

Irregular engine running

Cooling fins are clogged - Need to clean or wash.
Ignition system malfunction - Test ignition and replace failed parts.
Defective or stuck choke cable - Replace or clean the cable.
Air filter is blocked - Service or change air filter.
Dirty or faulty fuel pump - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.

Engine starts and stops

Spark plug is faulty - Install new spark plug.
Clogged or faulty carburetor - Service or replace carburetor.
Ignition coil is damaged - Change ignition coil as required.
Loose or broken valve springs - New valve springs need to be installed.
Stuck valves - Clean the valves.

Engine overheats

Insufficient engine oil - Check and refill engine oil.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce engine load.
Clogged cooling fins - Need to clean or wash.
Carburetor fuel mixture is too lean - Adjust carburetor correctly.
Ignition timing is improper - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Valve setting is incorrect - Set the valves correctly.

Engine noises or knocks

Low octane gasoline - Change gasoline.
Engine overloaded - Load reducing is recommended.
Engine oil level low - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Incorrectly set low idle speed - Adjust the low idle speed.
Dirty or damaged fuel pump - Check fuel pump and change if required.
Main bearings or crankshaft are worn out - Have bearings or crankshaft replaced.
Improper valve clearance - Check and adjust.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are damaged - Change faulty parts.

Low engine power

Clogged or improperly adjusted carburetor - Service or correctly adjust carburetor.
Air filter is blocked - Change or service air filter.
Clogged or defective fuel pump - Check fuel pump and replace if necessary.
Ignition system is defective - Check ignition and replace faulty components.
Cylinder head gasket is blown - Change cylinder head gasket.
Stuck or burned valves - Change or service valves.
Push rod is worn or defective - Replace push rod.
Worn cylinder block components - Replace defective parts.
Plugged oil filter (if equipped) - Replace or clean oil filter.

Engine uses too much fuel

Choke is not fully open - Check choke cable and adjust it.
Carburetor main jet is improperly adjusted - Adjust the carburetor main jet correctly.
Spark plug is loose or faulty - Change or re-tighten spark plug.
Stuck, worn, or burned valves - Replace or service valves.
Worn sleeve, piston, or rings - Replace defective parts.
Valve clearance is incorrect - Check and adjust.

Excessive oil consumption

Damaged gaskets or seals - Replace defective parts.
Valve guides and stems are worn - Replace the valves.
Piston rings are seized or worn - Replace piston rings.
Damaged piston or cylinder liner - Check liner and piston, install new components as required.
Plugged breather hose or pipe - Clean or change.

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