Kohler LH755

Kohler LH755The Kohler LH755 is a 747 cc (45.6 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke liquid-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine with a horizontal shaft from the Aegis series, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

It has an 83.0 mm (3.30 in) cylinder bore and 69.0 mm (2.70 in) piston stroke. The compression ratio rating is 8.7:1.

This engine produced 28.4 PS (20.9 KW; 28.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum horsepower and 61.5 Nm (6.27 kg·m; 45.4 ft·lb) at 2,800 rpm of peak torque.

The Kohler Aegis LH755 features:

  • OHV (overhead valve) design
  • Hydraulic valve system
  • Electronic ignition system
  • One-barrel carburetor with fixed main jet (Keihin)
  • Centrifugal flyweight mechanical governor
  • Full pressure with Gerotor oil pump lubrication system
  • Liquid-cooled cooling system with parallel-flow radiator and integrated belt-driven water pump
  • Solenoid shift starter (12V)

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelAegis LH755
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, V-twin
Displacement747 cm3, (45.6 cu·in)
Max. horsepower28.4 PS (20.9 KW; 28.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque61.5 Nm (6.27 kg·m; 45.4 ft·lb) at 2,800 rpm
Cooling systemLiquid-cooled
Air cleanerHeavy-Duty air cleaner
Lubricating systemFull pressure with gerotor oil pump
Ignition systemElectronic ignition system
Fuel systemCarburetor with fixed main jet (Keihin)
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemSolenoid shift starter (12V)
Charging system20A charging, regulated
GovernorCentrifugal flyweight mechanical governor
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)432 x 459 x 674 mm (17.0 x 18.1 x 26.5 in)
Dry weight51.7 kg (114.0 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:8.7:1
Cylinder bore:83.0 mm (3.30 in)
Piston stroke:69.0 mm (2.70 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):83.006-83.031 mm (3.2679-3.2689 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Piston type A
Piston skirt outer diameter (standard):82.973-82.991 mm (3.2666-3.2673 in)
Connecting rod small end diameter (standard):17.006-17.013 mm (0.6695-0.6698 in)
Piston pin diameter:16.995-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 in)
Side clearance (Top):0.014-0.041 mm (0.0005-0.0016 in)
Side clearance (Second):0.012-0.039 mm (0.0004-0.0015 in)
Side clearance (Oil):0.026-0.176 mm (0.0010-0.0070 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.250-0.560 mm (0.0098-0.02200 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.250-0.560 mm (0.0098-0.02200 in)
Piston type B
Piston skirt outer diameter (standard):82.978 mm (3.1483 in)
Connecting rod small end diameter (standard):17.006-17.013 mm (0.6695-0.6698 in)
Piston pin diameter:16.995-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 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):0.189-0.277 mm (0.0074-0.0109 in)
Ring end gap (Second):1.519-1.797 mm (0.0598-0.0708 in)
Crankshaft
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 face angle (INTAKE):45°
Valve face angle (EXHAUST):45°
Seat angle (INTAKE):89°
Seat angle (EXHAUST):89°
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 (min) (INTAKE):8.88 mm (0.3496 in)
Valve lift (min) (EXHAUST):8.88 mm (0.3496 in)
Camshaft journal diameter :19.962-19.975 mm (0.7859-0.7864 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Intake manifold (torque in 2 increments) Step 1: 7.4 Nm (0.8 kgf·m; 5.5 lb·ft)
Step 2: 9.9 Nm (1.0 kgf·m; 7.3 lb·ft)
Carburetor mounting9.9 Nm (1.0 kgf·m; 7.3 lb·ft)
Connecting rod cap11.3 Nm (1.15 kg·m; 8.3 ft·lb)
Oil drain plugs13.6 Nm (1.4 kg·m; 10.0 ft·lb)
Cylinder head (torque in 2 increments) Step 1: 16.9 Nm (1.7 kg·m; 12.5 ft·lb)
Step 2: 33.9 Nm (3.5 kg·m; 25.0 ft·lb)
Rocker pivot11.3 Nm (1.1 kg·m; 8.34 ft·lb)
Rear fan shaft to mounting bracket nut15.8 Nm (1.6 kgf·m; 11.7 lb·ft)
Front fan assembly to fan shaft nut15.8 Nm (1.6 kgf·m; 11.7 lb·ft)
Flywheel66.4 Nm (6.77 kg·m; 49 ft·lb)
Spark plug27 Nm (2.75 kg·m; 19.93 ft·lb)
Muffler retaining nuts24.4 Nm (2.5 kg·m; 18.0 ft·lb)
Valve cover6.2 Nm (0.63 kg·m; 4.6 ft·lb)
Governor lever nut6.8 Nm (0.7 kgf·m; 5.0 lb·ft)

Service Data

Engine
Idle speed:1200±75 rpm
Compression pressure
Compression differential limit between cylinders:15% and less
Oil system
Lubrication system:Full pressure with gerotor oil pump
Oil type:SAE 10W-30
Recommended oil:API SG, SH, SJ, or higher
Oil capacity: W/o oil filter: 1.6 liters (1.7 US.qts, 1.4 Imp. qts)
With oil filter: 1.8 liters (1.9 US.qts, 1.58 Imp. qts)
Ignition system
Type:Electronic ignition system
Spark plug:Champion RC14YC or Kohler 6613201-S
Spark plug gap:0.76 mm (0.030 in)
Spark plug torque:27 N·m (2.8 kg·m, 19.9 ft·lb)
Ignition module air gap:0.20-0.30 mm (0.008-0.012 in)
Cooling system
Cooling system:Liquid-cooled cooling system with parallel-flow radiator and integrated belt-driven water pump
Coolant capacity:2.0 liters (2.1 US.qts, 1.8 Imp. qts)

References

1. Kohler Aegis LH630, LH640, LH685, LH690, LH750, LH755 service manual. Kohler Co. 2021.

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