Kohler CH682

Kohler CH682The Kohler CH682 is a 694 cc (42.4 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke air-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine from the Command PRO series with a horizontal shaft, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

A 80.0 mm (3.15 in) cylinder bore and 69.0 mm (2.72 in) piston stroke give the CH682 engine a total of 694 cc of displacement. The compression ratio rating is 8.7:1.

The CH682 engine produces 22.8 PS (16.8 KW; 22.5 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum horsepower and 52.7 Nm (5.4 kg·m; 38.9 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm of peak torque.

The Kohler CH682 features:

  • OHV design
  • Hydraulic valve lifters
  • Aluminum cylinder block
  • Cast iron cylinder liners
  • Hardened crank journals
  • PTO side-load sleeve bearing
  • CDI or MDI ignition system
  • Two-barrel side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets (Walbro)
  • Mechanical centrifugal governor
  • Full pressure lubrication system
  • Forced air cooling system
  • Electric starter

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine model Command PRO CH682
Engine type 4-stroke, OHV, V-twin
Displacement 694 cm3, (42.4 cu·in)
Max. horsepower 22.8 PS (16.8 KW; 22.5 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque 52.7 Nm (5.4 kg·m; 38.9 ft·lb) at 3,000 rpm
Cooling system Forced air
Air cleaner High-efficiency, heavy-duty air filters
Lubricating system Full pressure
Ignition system Fixed timing CDI or MDI ignition system
Fuel system Two-barrel side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets (Walbro)
Fuel used Unleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting system Electric starter
Governor Mechanical centrifugal governor
PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H) 371 x 451 x 622 mm (14.6 x 17.7 x 24.5 in)
Dry weight 48.0 kg (105.0 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio: 8.7:1
Cylinder bore: 80.0 mm (3.15 in)
Piston stroke: 69.0 mm (2.72 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard): 82.988-83.013 mm (3.2672-3.2682 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil): 2/1
Piston pin diameter: 16.995-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 in)
Thrust face outer diameter (standard): 79.966 mm (3.1483 in)
Side clearance (Top): 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0010-0.0026 in)
Side clearance (Second): 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0010-0.0026 in)
Side clearance (Oil): 0.060-0.190 mm (0.0022-0.0073 in)
Ring end gap (Top): 0.100-0.279 mm (0.0039-0.0110 in)
Ring end gap (Second): 1.400-1.679 mm (0.0551-0.0661 in)
Crankshaft
Number of main bearings: 2
Crankshaft main journal diameter: 40.913-40.935 mm (1.6107-1.6116 in)
Crankpin journal diameter: 35.955-35.973 mm (1.4155-1.4163 in)
Cylinder head
Valve arrangement: OHV, gear driven
Valves: 2 (4 valves in total)
Valve head diameter (INTAKE): 33.370-33.630 mm (1.3138-1.324 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST): 29.370-29.630 mm (1.1563-1.1665 in)
Valve seat angle (INTAKE): 89°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST): 89°
Valve seat angle (INTAKE): 45°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST): 45°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE): 6.982-7.000 mm (0.2749-0.2756 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST): 6.970-6.988 mm (0.2744-0.2751 in)
Valve lift minimal (INTAKE): 8.07 mm (0.3177 in)
Valve lift minimal (EXHAUST): 8.07 mm (0.3177 in)
Camshaft journal diameter : 19.962-19.975 mm (0.7859-0.7864 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Intake manifold mounting
(torque in 2 increments)
Step 1: 7.4 Nm (0.75 kg·m; 5.5 ft·lb)
Step 2: 9.9 Nm (1.00 kg·m; 7.3 ft·lb)
Connecting rod cap fastener 13.6 Nm (1.4 kgf·m; 10.0 lb·ft)
Cylinder head Nut (torque in 2 increments):
Step 1: 16.9 Nm (1.72 kg·m; 12.5 ft·lb)
Step 2: 35.5 Nm (3.62 kg·m; 26.2 ft·lb)
Bolt (torque in 2 increments)
Step 1: 22.6 Nm (2.31 kg·m; 16.7 ft·lb)
Step 2: 41.8 Nm (4.26 kg·m; 30.8 ft·lb)
Fan 9.9 Nm (1.0 kg·m; 7.3 ft·lb)
Flywheel 66.4 Nm (6.77 kg·m; 49.0 ft·lb)
Governor lever nut 6.8 Nm (0.69 kg·m; 5.02 ft·lb)
Muffler retaining nuts 24.4 Nm (2.5 kg·m; 18.0 ft·lb)
Spark plug 27 Nm (2.75 kg·m; 20.0 ft·lb)

Service Data

Engine
Maximum speed: 3600±50 rpm
Idle speed: 1200±75 rpm
Oil system
Lubrication system: Full pressure
Oil type: API SG, SH, SJ, or higher
Recommended oil: SAE 10W-30
Oil capacity: W/o oil filter: 1.7 L (1.8 US. qt, 1.5 Imp. qt.)
With oil filter: 1.9 L (2.0 US.qts, 1.7 Imp. qts)
Fuel system
Type: Two-barrel side-draft carburetor with fixed main jets (Walbro)
Fuel pump: Pulse type
Fuel filter: In-line
Ignition system
Type: Fixed timing CDI or MDI ignition system
Spark plug: Champion RC12YC
Spark plug torque: 0.76 N·m (0.1 kg·m, 0.6 ft·lb)
Ignition coil air gap 0.280-0.330 mm (0.011-0.013 in)
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