The Kohler CV22/CV22S is a 624 cc, (38.0 cu·in) or a 674 cc, (41.0 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke air-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine from the Command PRO series with a vertical shaft, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.
It has a 77.0 mm (3.03 in) cylinder bore and 67.0 mm (2.64 in) piston stroke for the 624 cc version or a 77.0 mm (3.03 in) cylinder bore and 67.0 mm (2.64 in) piston stroke for the 674 cc version. The compression ratio rating is 8.5:1.
The CV22 engine produced 22.3 PS (16.4 KW; 22.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm maximum horsepower and 51.8 Nm (5.28 kg·m; 38.23 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm of maximum torque.
The Kohler CV22 features:
- OHV design
- Hydraulic valve lifters
- Aluminum cylinder block
- Cast iron cylinder liners
- Hardened crank journals
- PTO side-load sleeve bearing
- Electronic ignition system
- Carburetor with fixed main jet (Nikki or Keihin)
- Mechanical centrifugal governor
- Full pressure lubrication system
- Forced air cooling system
- Electric starter
General information
Engine Specifications | |
Engine model | Command PRO CV22/CV22S |
Engine type | 4-stroke, OHV, V-twin |
Displacement | 624 cm 3 (38.0 cu-in) 674 cm 3 (41.0 cu-in) |
Max. horsepower | 22.3 PS (16.4 KW; 22.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm |
Max. torque | 51.8 Nm (5.28 kg·m; 38.23 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm |
Cooling system | Forced air |
Air cleaner | Replaceable, paper element |
Lubricating system | Full pressure |
Ignition system | Electronic ignition |
Fuel system | Carburetor with fixed main jet (Nikki or Keihin) |
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) | 538 x 451 x 363 mm (21.2 x 17.7 x 14.3 in) |
Dry weight | 41.0 kg (90.0 lbs) |
Cylinder Block and Head
Cylinder block | |
Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
Cylinder bore: | 624 cc: 77.0 mm (3.03 in) 674 cc: 80.0 mm (3.15 in) |
Piston stroke: | 67.0 mm (2.64 in) |
Cylinder internal diameter (standard): | 624 cc: 77.000-77.025 mm (3.0315-3.0325 in) 674 cc: 80.000-80.025 mm (3.1496-3.1506 in) |
Number of piston rings (compression / oil): | 2/1 |
Piston pin diameter: | 16.995-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 in) |
624 cc | |
Thrust face outer diameter (standard): | 76.943-76.961 mm (3.0292-3.0299 in) |
Side clearance (Top): | 0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in) |
Side clearance (Second): | 0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0031 in) |
Side clearance (Oil): | 0.060-0.202 mm (0.0024-0.0080 in) |
Ring end gap (Top): | 0.250-0.450 mm (0.0098-0.0177 in) |
Ring end gap (Second): | 0.250-0.450 mm (0.0098-0.0177 in) |
674 cc | |
Piston style A | |
Thrust face outer diameter (standard): | 79.943-79.961 mm (3.1473-3.1480 in) |
Side clearance (Top): | 0.030-0.076 mm (0.0012-0.0030 in) |
Side clearance (Second): | 0.030-0.076 mm (0.0012-0.0030 in) |
Side clearance (Oil): | 0.046-0.196 mm (0.0018-0.0077 in) |
Ring end gap (Top): | 0.180-0.460 mm (0.0071-0.0181 in) |
Ring end gap (Second): | 0.180-0.460 mm (0.0071-0.0181 in) |
Piston style B | |
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) |
Crankshaft center distance: | 33.5 mm (1.32 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 | 8 mm straight shank: 22.7 Nm (2.32 kg·m; 16.75 ft·lb) 8 mm step-down: 14.7 Nm (1.5 kg·m; 10.85 ft·lb) 6 mm straight shank: 11.3 Nm (1.15 kg·m; 8.34 ft·lb) |
Carburetor mounting nut | 6.2-7.3 Nm (0.63-0.74 kg·m; 4.6-5.4 ft·lb) |
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) |
Oil drain plug | 13.6 Nm (1.4 kg·m; 10.0 ft·lb) |
Service Data
Engine | |
Maximum speed: | 3600±50 rpm |
Idle speed: | 1200±75 rpm |
Compression pressure | |
Standard: | 1.1 MPa (160 psi) |
Compression differential limit between cylinders: | 15% and less |
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: | Carburetor with fixed main jet (Nikki or Keihin) |
Fuel pump: | Pulse type |
Fuel filter: | In-line |
Ignition system | |
Type: | Electronic ignition system |
Spark plug: | Champion RC12YC |
Spark plug gap: | 0.76 mm (0.030 in) |
Ignition coil air gap | 0.280-0.330 mm (0.011-0.013 in) |
References
1. Kohler Command CV17-CV25, CV620-CV730, CV740, CV750 service manual. Kohler Co. 2021.
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