May 23, 2012 Go to Kohler.com and they may have service manuals for your unit. They need three numbers. Model #, Spec #, and serial #. Kohler makes a LOT of generators. They started in 1923 or so with something called a 5 light for rural farm use. JimL Jim & Jane Latour 08 Chevy 3500HD, crew cab, dually, Duramax/Allison. General Office Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:30AM-4:30PM Central Time; 24/7 Emergency Service is Available, rates may apply! Toll Free 1-855-436-3696 (1-TLK-GEN-DOWN).
KOHLER engine identification numbers (model, specification and serial) hold the keys to efficient repair, ordering the correct parts and engine replacement. These are printed on a silver decal, which is normally affixed to the blower housing of the engine. Make a note of your engine identification numbers in your owner's manual for handy reference.
All KOHLER engines will have the decal shown below except for the XT Series, shown at the bottom of the page.
Model Number
Within each series of KOHLER engines are various models. Use model number to locate manuals for your engine.
Kohler Generator Service Manual
Spec Number
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The specifiction number identifies specific features and variances within a model.