Kohler KS540

Kohler KS540The Kohler KS540 is a 541 cc (33.0 cu·in) natural aspirated single-cylinder four-stroke air-cooled small gasoline engine with a vertical shaft from the 5400 series, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

The cylinder bore is 94.0 mm (3.70 in) and the piston stroke is 78.0 mm (3.10 in). The compression ratio rating is 8.8:1.

The Kohler KS540 engine produced 18.2 PS (13.4 KW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum output power and 40.9 Nm (4.17 kg·m; 30.18 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm of peak torque.

The Kohler KS540 features:

  • OHV design
  • Electronic ignition system
  • One-barrel carburetor
  • Centrifugal governor
  • Pressure lubrication with full-flow filter
  • Forced air cooling system
  • Electric starter

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelKS540
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, single-cylinder
Displacement541 cm3, (33.0 cu·in)
Max. horsepower18.2 PS (13.4 KW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque40.9 Nm (4.17 kg·m; 30.18 ft·lb) at 2,600 rpm
Cooling systemForced air
Air cleanerReplaceable, paper element
Lubricating systemPressurized lubrication
Ignition systemElectronic ignition system
Fuel systemOne-barrel carburetor
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemElectric starter
Dimensions (L x W X H)457 x 394 x 360 mm (18 x 15.5 x 14.2 in)
Dry weight34.0 kg (75.0 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:8.8:1
Cylinder bore:94.0 mm (3.70 in)
Piston stroke:78.0 mm (3.10 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):94.010-94.035 mm (3.7012-3.7022 in)
Piston skirt outer diameter (standard):93.975-93.989 mm (3.6998-3.7003 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Piston pin diameter:21.995-22.000 mm (0.8659-0.8661 in)
Ring-to-groove side clearance (Top):0.025-0.065 mm (0.0010-0.0026 in)
Ring-to-groove side clearance (Second):0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0032 in)
Ring-to-groove sing end gap (Oil):0.090-0.210 mm (0.0035-0.0083 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.150-0.400 mm (0.0059-0.0157 in)
Ring end gap (Oil):1.000-1.250 mm (0.0394-0.0492 in)
Crankshaft main journal diameter:40.913-40.935 mm (1.6107-1.6116 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:40.982-41.000 mm (1.6135-1.6142 in)
Cylinder head
Valve arrangement:OHV
Valves:2
Valve head diameter (INTAKE):35.875-36.125 mm (1.412-1.422 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST):32.875-33.125 mm (1.294-1.304 in)
Seat angle (INTAKE):44.5°
Seat angle (EXHAUST):44.5°
Valve face angle (INTAKE):45°
Valve face angle (EXHAUST):45°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):5.982-6.000 mm (0.2355-0.2362 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):5.970-5.988 mm (0.2350-0.2357 in)
Minimal valve lift (INTAKE):9.4 mm (0.370 in)
Minimal valve lift (EXHAUST):9.4 mm (0.370 in)

Tightening torque specifications

Valve clearance
Cylinder Head Step 1: 24.4 Nm (2.5 kgf·m; 18.0 ft·lb)
Step 2: 42.7 Nm (4.4 kgf·m; 31.5 ft·lb)
Rocker Arm Pivot Stud13.5 Nm (1.4 kgf·m; 10 ft-lb)
Rocker Arm Adjustment Nut Set Screw5.5 Nm (0.6 kgf·m; 4.2 ft-lb)
Flywheel Retaining Screw115.0 (11.7 kgf·m; 84.9 ft·lb)
Connecting Rod Cap Step 1: 5.5 Nm (0.6 kgf·m; 4.1 ft·lb)
Step 2: 11.8 Nm (1.2 kgf·m; 8.7 ft·lb)
Cam Levers12.5 Nm (1.3 kgf·m; 9.2 ft·lb)
Oil Drain Plug14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf·m; 10.4 ft-lb)
Ignition Module Into new hole: 8.8 Nm (0.9 kgf·m; 6.5 ft-lb)
Into used hole: 3.4 Nm (0.3 kgf·m; 2.5 ft-lb)
Muffler Retaining Nuts27.8 Nm (2.8 kgf·m; 20.5 ft-lb)

Service Data

Valve clearance
Intake valve lash:0.101-0.152 mm (0.004-.006 in)
Exhaust valve lash:0.101-0.152 mm (0.004-.006 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:Pressurized lubrication
Oil type:SJ or higher
Recommended oil:KOHLER PRO 10W-50 or SAE 10W-30
Oil capacity:1.4 liters (1.5 US.qts, 1.23 Imp. qts)
Fuel system
Type:One-barrel carburetor
Ignition system
Type:Electronic ignition system
Spark plug:Champion RC12YC
Spark plug gap:0.76 mm (0.0299 in)
Spark plug torque:27 N·m (2.8 kg·m, 19.9 ft·lb)
Module air gap:0.203-0.305 mm (0.008-0.012 in)

References

1. Kohler 5400 series KS530-KS595 service manual. Kohler Co. 2020.

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