Kohler twin Courage 23 starting problems

[Gerry123]

Kohler Courage 23 Model SV720S
Engine locks up during starting , after many clicks on the starter , engine will turn one turn
and then lock up again . After many tries , starts and runs perfectly. New battery has been installed .
Is there a valve stetting to release compression or is there a decompresser build in (could possibly be starter have not checked starter yet ) wondering if there is something simple prior to pulling starter , and doing a rebuild on it .

 

[mechanic mark]

http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/32_690_01_EN.pdf your engine service repair manual, look at troubleshooting section. Let us know what you find.

 

[Rivets]

Don't pull the starter unless you have extra money to spend. Use the manual posted and check and adjust the valve clearances following the procedure. When you do so allot at least one hour of your time and go very slow, double and triple checking everything thing you do. Until you are positive everything is correct.

 

[Gerry123]

http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/32_690_01_EN.pdf your engine service repair manual, look at troubleshooting section. Let us know what you find.

Thanks so much for the replies - the machine did not come with manual - so link was a great help . Problem now fixed - appreciated the quick response and help