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Kawasaki FX751V - Owner's Manual

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Manual is about: 4-Stroke Air-Cooled V-Twin Gasoline Engine

Summary of FX751V -

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    Fx801v fx751v part no. 99920-2231-05 owner’s manual 4-stroke air-cooled v-twin gasoline engine.

  • Page 2: Safety Awareness

    Safety awareness whenever you see the symbols shown below, heed their instructions! Always follow safe operating and maintenance practices. Danger danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning warning indicates a hazardous situation whi...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    Read this first for your safety, read this owner’s manual and understand it thoroughly before operating this engine. Read warning labels which are on the engine and understand them. If any label is missing, damaged, or worn get a replacement from your kawasaki engine dealer and install it in the cor...

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    Emission control information fuel information this engine is certified to operate on unleaded regular grade gasoline only. A min- imum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in the u.S.A. Emission control information to protect the ...

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    High altitude performance adjustment information to improve the emissions control performance of engines operated above 1 000 meters (3 300 feet) , kawasaki recommends the following environmental protection agency (epa) and the california air re- sources board (carb) approved modifications. Note whe...

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    Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below: do not tamper with the original emission related parts: carburetor or dfi system, and their internal parts spark plug magneto or electronic ignition system fuel filter element air cleaner elements crankcase cylinder heads b...

  • Page 7: Foreword

    Foreword we wish to thank you for purchasing this kawasaki engine. Please read this owner’s manual carefully before starting your new engine so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine’s control, its features, capabilities and limitations. Also read the manual of...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents general information.............................. 8 location of safety related labels................. 8 location of parts ........................................... 9 engine serial number ................................... 10 tune-up specifications .................................

  • Page 9: General Information

    8 general information general information location of safety related labels a. Warning label b. Engine maintenance b a.

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    General information 9 location of parts a. Oil gauge filler b. Oil filter c. Oil drain plug d. Air cleaner e. Carburetor f. Spark plug cap/spark plug g. Guard h. Fan housing i. Electric starter j. Voltage regulator k. Fuel tube l. Fuel filter m. Oil cooler n. Control panel a b g h c n m d e f i c l ...

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    10 general information engine serial number the engine serial number is your only means of identifying your particular engine from others of the same model type. This engine serial number is needed by your dealer when ordering parts. A. Engine serial number tune-up specifications item specifications...

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    General information 11 engine oil capacity engine oil capacity 2.1 l (2.2 us qt) [when oil filter is not removed] fx801v fx751v 2.3 l (2.4 us qt) [when oil filter is removed].

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    12 fuel and oil recommendations fuel and oil recommendations fuel use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade gasoline. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Octane rating the octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance to "knocking". Using a minimum of 87 octane by the antiknock index is r...

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    Fuel and oil recommendations 13 engine oil the following engine oils are recommended. Api service classification : sf, sg, sh, sj or sl. Oil viscosity choose the viscosity according to the temperature as follows: note using multi grade oils (5w-20, 10w-30, and 10w -40) will increase oil consumption....

  • Page 15: Preparation

    14 preparation preparation fuel warning place the engine on level surface before fueling. Remove the fuel tank cap. Slowly pour fuel into the tank through the fuel strainer. Close the tank cap securely. Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the poten...

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    Preparation 15 engine oil check the engine oil daily before starting the en- gine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may cause serious damage to the engine such as seizure. Place the engine on level surface. Clean area around the oil gauge before removing it. Remove the oil gauge and wipe it with ...

  • Page 17: Starting

    16 starting starting start engine danger warning engine exhaust may ignite combustible ma- terials and cause a fire. Keep the area around the exhaust outlet clear. Locate the unit so that the exhaust outlet points toward an open area and is located at least one meter (3.3 feet) from any obstructions...

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    Starting 17 a. Fuel valve a. Throttle lever a. Throttle lever.

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    18 starting put the switch key into the engine switch. Turn the switch key to the start position on the equipment. Normally the engine will start within 3 seconds. Do not run the electric starter continuously for more than 5 seconds, otherwise the bat- tery may discharge quickly. If the engine does ...

  • Page 20: Operating

    Operating 19 operating warming up after the engine starts, move the throttle lever on the equipment to halfway between "fast" and "slow". To warm up the engine, run it for 3 to 5 minutes with the throttle lever in the same load position (halfway) before putting the equipment under load. Then, move t...

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    20 operating engine inclination this engine will operate continuously at angles up to 25 in any direction. Refer to the operating instructions of the equip- ment this engine powers. Because of equipment design or application, there may be more stringent restrictions regarding the angle of operation....

  • Page 22: Stopping

    Stopping 21 stopping stopping the engine ordinary stop move throttle lever to "slow" position. Lower the engine speed to the idle speed. Keep running at the idle speed for about one minute. Engine damage can occur from run-on or after-burning if engine is stopped suddenly from high speed loaded oper...

  • Page 23: Adjustment

    22 adjustment adjustment separate choke type throttle cable installation, adjustment choke cable installation, adjustment move the equipment choke control to "choke" position. Make sure that the carburetor choke valve (pivot arm) is completely closed. Make sure that the choke valve turns from fully ...

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    Adjustment 23 g. Choke valve pivot arm e. Throttle valve pivot arm engine speed adjustment note do not tamper with the governor setting or the car- buretor setting to increase the engine speed. Ev- ery carburetor is adjusted at the factory and cap or stop plate is installed on each mixture screw. If...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    24 maintenance maintenance periodic maintenance chart warning note the service intervals indicated are to be used as a guide. Service more frequently as necessary by operating conditions. : service more frequently under dusty conditions. K : service to be performed by an authorized kawasaki dealer. ...

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    Maintenance 25 interval maintenance daily first 8 hr. Every 100 hr. Every 200 hr. Every 250 hr. Every 300 hr. Every 500 hr. Tighten nuts and screws. Change engine oil. Check and clean oil cooler fins. Clean and regap spark plugs. Change oil filter. Replace air cleaner primary element. Check air clea...

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    26 maintenance oil level check check the oil level daily and before each time of operation. Be sure the oil level is maintained. See preparation chapter. Oil cooler service check and clean oil cooler fins every 100 hours. Clean dirt off the outside fins with a brush or com- pressed air. A. A. Oil ga...

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    Maintenance 27 oil change change oil after first 8 hours of operation. There- after change oil every 100 hours. Run the engine to warm oil. Be sure the engine (equipment) is on level sur- face. Stop the engine. Remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container while engine is war...

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    28 maintenance oil filter change change the oil filter every 200 hours of operation. Warning hot engine oil can cause severe burns. Allow engine temperature to drop from hot to warm level before attempting to remove oil filter. Drain the engine oil into a suitable container. Before removing the oil ...

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    Maintenance 29 air cleaner service do not run the engine with the air cleaner removed. Air cleaner this air cleaner elements are not recommended to be cleaned. Replace each air cleaner element with a new one at the maintenance time as shown in the maintenance chart. To prevent excessive engine wear,...

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    30 maintenance a. Retaining clamps b. Case c. Air cleaner body f. Cap (dust ejector valve) d. Primary element e. Secondary element install the new air cleaner elements into the air cleaner body. Reinstall the case and the cap then securely fasten the two retaining clamps..

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    Maintenance 31 fuel filter and fuel pump service warning improper use of solvents can result in fire or an explosion. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point sol- vents to clean the fuel filter and/or the fuel pump. Clean only in a well ventilated area away from sources of sparks or flame, including ...

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    32 maintenance spark plug service warning clean or replace the spark plugs and reset the gap every 100 hours of operation. Disconnect the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and remove the spark plugs. Clean the electrodes by scraping or using a wire brush to remove carbon deposits. Inspect for cra...

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    Maintenance 33 cooling system cleaning do not run engine before all cooling system parts are reinstalled to keep cooling and car- buretion as intended. [bolts size, tightening torque] bolts size length tightening torque b m6 12 mm 5.9 n m (0.6 kgf m, m, 4.3 ft lb) d m6 10 mm 5.9 n m (0.6 kgf 4.3 ft ...

  • Page 35: Storage

    34 storage storage fuel system draining engine to be stored over 30 days should be com- pletely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits form- ing on essential carburetor parts, the fuel filter and the tank. Warning gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. Drain ...

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    Storage 35 remove the spark plugs and pour approx 1 - 2 ml (0.06 - 0.1 cu in.) of engine oil through the spark plug holes then screw the spark plugs in after turning the engine a few times. Slowly turn the engine until you feel the compression then leave it there. This traps the air inside the cylin...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide

    36 troubleshooting guide troubleshooting guide if the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table below as a guide to troubleshooting. Symptom probable cause remedy faulty pistons, cylinders, piston rings, and head gaskets faulty valves k loose...

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    Troubleshooting guide 37 symptom probable cause remedy faulty spark plugs replace spark plugs faulty ignition coils k no spark or weak spark engine switch is in "off" position turn engine switch to "start" position (see m) clogged air cleaner air inlet screen or cooling air path clogged with dirt cl...

  • Page 39: Environmental Protection

    38 environmental protection environmental protection to help preserve the environment, properly discard used batteries, oils and fluids, or other engine components that you might dispose of in the future. Consult your authorized kawasaki dealer or local environmental waste agency for their proper di...

  • Page 40: Specifications

    Specifications 39 specifications fx801v, fx751v type air- cooled, 4-stroke ohv 4valves, v-twin cylinder, gasoline engine bore x stroke 84.5 x 76 mm (3.33 x 2.99 in.) displacement 852 ml (52 cu.In.) ignition system solid-state ignition direction of rotation counterclockwise facing the pto shaft start...

  • Page 41: Wiring Diagram

    40 wiring diagram wiring diagram wiring diagram (with 12 v - 15 a charging coil) warning for electrical safety, always remove cable from negative ( ) side of battery before at- tempting any repair or maintenance. Battery capacity recommended model battery capacity lawn mower 12 v 550 cca class snow ...

  • Page 42

    Warning: the engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For repair/warranty assistance please contact your local kawasaki authorized dealer, email kawpower-website@kmc-usa.Com or call toll-free 1-877...