That is the choke.
The throttle butterfly is the one at the back nearest the engine.
The one at the front is the choke and that should be sprung open.
Kohler use a horridly complicated control system so you will need to check manuel .
Go to the kohler web page type in your engine numbers and download the parts manual and the factory service manual .
The same unit is used for left or right hand cables and single wire or separate choke & throttle wires so there are levers & springs every where