Kawasaki FT730V EFI Electronic Fuel Injection Engine Owner’s Manual

Kawasaki FT730V EFI Electronic Fuel Injection Engine

Product Information

This is a general-purpose engine manufactured by Kawasaki. It is designed for various applications and is equipped with an exhaust emission control system to comply with environmental regulations. The engine is certified to operate on unleaded regular grade gasoline only, with a minimum of 87 octane recommended. It features an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system for optimal ignition timing and fuel economy.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Read the entire Owner’s Manual thoroughly before operating the engine to ensure safety.
2. Inspect the engine for warning labels. If any labels are missing, damaged, or worn, obtain replacements from an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer and install them in the correct positions.
3. Use unleaded regular grade gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87.
4. Ensure that the engine’s emissions durability period, if applicable, is noted on the certification label attached to the engine.
5. No high altitude performance adjustment is required for engine models with fuel injection.
6. Follow the maintenance recommendations provided in the Owner’s Manual to maintain low emission levels.
7. Comply with the recommended maintenance schedule at your own expense as the engine owner.
8. If warranty service is required, return the engine to an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer.
9. Read and understand the Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System Warranty to comply with its obligations as the engine owner.

SAFETY AWARENESS

Whenever you see the symbols shown below, heed their instructions! Always follow safe operating and maintenance practices.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

NOTE indicates information that may help or guide you in the operation or service of the vehicle.

READ THIS FIRST

For your safety, read this Owner’s Manual and understand it thoroughly before operating this ENGINE.

DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon mon-oxide can cause serious brain injury or death. DO NOT run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate on-ly in a well-ventilated area. Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious burns. When refueling, servicing fuel system, draining gasoline and/or adjusting the carburetor: Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling. DO NOT smoke. Make sure the area is well- ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks, including the pilot light of any appliance. DO NOT fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck or level surface of level gauge. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the fuel to expand and overflow through the vents in the tank cap. Wipe off any spilled gasoline immediately. Engines can become extremely hot during normal operation. To prevent fire hazard: Keep the engine at least 1 m (3.3 ft) away from buildings, obstructions and other flammable objects. DO NOT place flammable objects close to the engine. DO NOT expose combustible materials to the engine exhaust. DO NOT use the engine on any forest covered, brush covered or grass covered unimproved land unless spark arrest-er is installed on the muffler. To avoid getting an electric shock, DO NOT touch spark plugs, plug caps or spark plug leads during engine running. To avoid a serious burn, DO NOT touch a hot engine or muffler. The engine becomes hot during operation. Before you service or remove parts, stop en-gine and allow the engine to cool. DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts. Place a protective cover over pulley, V belt or coupling. DO NOT run engine at excessive speeds. This may result in injury. Always remove the spark plug caps from spark plugs when servicing the engine to prevent accidental starting.

Read warning labels which are on the engine and understand them. If any label is missing, damaged, or worn, get a replacement from an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer and install it in the correct position.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

Fuel Information
THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE ONLY. A mini-mum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A.
Emission Control Information
To protect the environment in which we all live, Kawasaki has incorporated an exhaust emission control sys-tem in compliance with applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Al-so, depending on when your engine was produced, it may have an assigned emissions durability period.

See below for the engine emissions durability period that may apply to your engine.

Exhaust Emission Control System
The exhaust emission control system applied to this engine consists of a fuel system and an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system having optimum ignition timing characteristics. The EFI system has been calibrated to provide lean air/fuel mixture characteristics and optimum fuel economy with a suitable air cleaner and exhaust system.
A sealed-type crankcase emission control system is also used to eliminate blow-by gasses. The blow-by gasses are led to a breather chamber through the crankcase and from there to the air cleaner.

Engine Emissions Compliance Period
Engines Greater Than or Equal To 225 cc
Durability Period – 1,000 hours

If your engine has an assigned emissions durability period it will be located on the certification label attached to the engine (IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION). High Altitude Performance Adjustment Information Engine models with fuel injection do not require high altitude performance adjustment.

Maintenance and Warranty
Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your engine will continue to have low emission levels. This Owner’s Manual contains those maintenance recommendations for your engine. Those items identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable standards.
As the owner of the engine, you have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended maintenance is carried out according to the instructions in this Owner’s Manual at your own expense.
The Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System Warranty requires that you return your engine to an author-ized Kawasaki engine dealer for remedy under warranty. Please read the warranty carefully, and keep it valid by complying with the owner’s obligations it contains.

Tampering with Emission Control System Prohibited
Federal law prohibit the following acts or the causing there of: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device or element of design in- corporated into any new engine for the purposes of emission control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, or (2) the use of the engine after such device or element of design has been re-moved or rendered inoperative by any person.

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering, do not tamper with the original emission related parts below:

• Fuel injection system, and their internal parts
• Spark Plugs
• Electronic ignition system
• Fuel filter element
• Air cleaner elements
• Crankcase
• Cylinder heads
• Breather chamber and internal parts
• Intake pipe and tube

FOREWORD
We wish to thank you for purchasing this Kawasaki engine.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before starting your new engine so that you will be thor-oughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine’s control, its features, capabilities and limitations.
Also read the manual of the equipment to which this engine is attached.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your engine, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this manual. Always keep this manual at your fingertip so that you can refer to it whenever you need information. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine and should remain with the engine when it is sold.
Please note that the photographs and illustrations shown in this manual are based on Model FT730V EFI as a typical example among other similar models.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing. However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual.

All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Location of Safety Related Labels

• A. Engine Maintenance
• B. Warning Label
• C. Product Label (Engine Serial Number)
• D. Emission Label

Location of Parts

• A. Voltage Regulator
• B. 2 A/10 A Fuse
• C. Diagnostic Connector
• D. Spark Plug Caps/Spark Plugs
• E. Guard/Air Intake Screen
• F. Fan Housing
• G. 40 A Fuse
• H. Starter Motor
• I. Engine Main Harness Connector
• J. Air Cleaner Elements
• K. Oil Gauge/Oil Filler
• L. Fuel Pump (Pulse)
• M. Oil Filter
• N. Oil Drain Plug
• O. Fuel Filter
• P. Air Cleaner Cover
• Q. Cap (Dust Ejector Valve)
• R. Throttle Body/ECU
• S. Fuel Pump (Electric)
• T. Fuel Tube

Engine Serial Number

The engine serial number is your only means of identifying your particular engine from others of the same model type.
This engine serial number is needed by an author-ized Kawasaki engine dealer when ordering parts.

Tune-up Specifications

Valve Clearance

| IN 0.10 – 0.15 mm

(0.004 – 0.006 in.) EX 0.10 – 0.15 mm (0.004 – 0.006 in.)

Other Specifications| No other adjustment needed

NOTE
High and low idle speeds may vary depending on the equipment on which the engine is used. Refer to the equipment specification.

Battery Capacity

WARNING
Prevent sparks and/or electrical system damage by removing the negative (–) cable from the battery before attempting any repair or maintenance.

Battery Capacity Recommended

• Minimum Recommended Battery Capacity
• 12 V 550 CCA Class

Fuel

Use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade gasoline.

NOT I CE
Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Octane Rating
The octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance to “knocking”. Using a minimum of 87 octane by the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A.

NOTE

• If “knocking or “pinging” occurs, use a different brand of gasoline or higher octane rating.
• When not operating your kawasaki engine more than once per month, you can mix a fuel stabilizer with gasoline in the fuel tank. Fuel stabilizer addi-tive could inhibit oxidation of fuel.

Oxygenated Fuel
Oxygenates (either ethanol or MTBE) are added to the gasoline. If you use the oxygenates, be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement.
The followings are the EPA approved percentages of fuel oxygenates.

ETHANOL: (Ethyl or Grain Alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up to 10% etha-nol by volume.
MTBE: (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)
You may use gasoline containing up to 15%MTBE by volume.

METHANOL: (Methyl or Wood Alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up to 5% metha-nol by volume, as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by vol-ume may cause starting and/or performance prob-lems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of your fuel system.

WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious burns. Turn the igni-tion switch off. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light.

• Place the engine on level surface before fueling.
• Remove the fuel tank cap.
• Slowly pour fuel into the tank through the fuel strainer.
• Close the tank cap securely.

STARTING

Start Engine

DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death. DO NOT run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a well-ventilated area.

WARNING
Engine exhaust may ignite combustible mate rials and cause a fire.
Keep the area around the exhaust outlet clear. Locate the unit so that the exhaust outlet points toward an open area and is located at least one meter (3.3 feet) from any obstructions.

NOTE

• Be aware of the following in order to start the engine easily in cold weather.
• Use proper oil for expected temperature (See Oil Change section in the MAINTENANCE chapter).
• Use fresh gasoline.
• Protect the engine or the equipment from direct exposure to weather when not in operation.
• Before starting the engine, disconnect all possible external loads. Open the fuel valve on the equipment.
  • Put the key into the ignition switch and turn to the “ON” or “RUN” position.
  • Move the throttle lever on the equipment to its low speed or “SLOW” position.
  • Turn the key to the “START” position on the igni-tion switch. Normally the engine will start within 3 seconds.

NOTICE
Do not run the electric starter continuously for more than 5 seconds, otherwise the battery may discharge quickly. If the engine does not start right away, wait 15 seconds and try again.

• Whenever you start engine, make sure warn-ing light is not illuminated after engine starts. If warning light comes on, stop engine immediately and check oil level (If equipped).

OPERATING

Warming Up
To warm up the engine, run it for 3 to 5 minutes with the throttle lever in the “SLOW” speed position. Then move the throttle lever on the equipment to its “FAST” speed position before putting the equipment under load.

NOTICE

• Allow engine to warm up sufficiently (3 to 5 minutes at idle) before applying a load. This will allow oil to reach all engine parts, and allow piston clearance to reach design specifications.
• While warming up the engine, make sure the warning light (oil pressure) on dash is not on. The warning light must not be illuminated during engine operation (if equipped).

Engine Inclination

This engine will operate continuously at angles up to 25° in any direction.
Refer to the operating instructions of the equip-ment this engine powers. Because of equipment de-sign or application, there may be more stringent restrictions regarding the angle of operation.

NOTICE
Do not operate this engine continuously at angles exceeding 25° in any direction. Engine damage could result from insufficient lubrication.

MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
The equipment has a MIL to indicate malfunction of the EFI system.
When the ECU of the engine detects the EFI system trouble, MIL illuminates.
The MIL illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to “ON” or trouble occurs in the EFI system.
The MIL goes off soon after the engine running. If the MIL does not illuminates after ignition key is turned to “ON” or MIL illuminates while engine running, consult your authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

Reduced Power Mode (Engine speed reduced to low idle)

When the ECU detects conditions of the engine as stated below, the ECU reduces the engine speed to low idle (Reduced Power Mode).
If the engine enters the reduced power mode, stop the engine as soon as safely possible and refer to the troubleshooting guide at the end of this book
Service an engine that has entered reduced power mode as soon as possible. Operating in reduced power mode for extended periods of time can cause engine failure.

Causes of Reduced Power Mode

• Overheat of the engine (MIL on)
• Oil pressure is low (if the oil switch is equipped/MIL off, Oil pressure light on)
• Throttle valve control malfunction (internal ECU malfunction/MIL on)
• Throttle position sensor malfunction (internal Throttle body malfunction/MIL on)
• Hand throttle input sensor malfunction (MIL on)

(Other than FT730V – □R or FT730V – □S)

• Battery voltage abnormal (MIL on)
• Overspeed detected (MIL on)

STOPPING

Stopping the Engine

Ordinary Stop

• Move throttle lever to “SLOW” position.
• Keep running at the “SLOW” speed for about one minute.

NOTICE
Engine damage can occur from run-on or after-burning if engine is stopped suddenly from the high-speed loaded operation. Reduce engine speed to “SLOW” for one minute before shutting engine off.

• Turn the engine switch or the switch key to “OFF” position.

Emergency Stop

• Immediately turn the engine switch or the switch key to “OFF” position.
• Close the fuel valve on the equipment.

WARNING
Leaving the equipment with the key hanging in the ignition can allow operation by someone who does not know how to operate it. It may cause serious accident with injury. Al-ways remove the key from unattended equipment.

ADJUSTMENT

Engine Speed Adjustment

NOTE

• Do not tamper with the EFI system setting to increase the engine speed. Every EFI system is adjusted at the factory.
• If any adjustment is necessary, see an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility to perform the adjustment.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.

Periodic Maintenance Chart

WARNING
Prevent accidental starting during engine service by removing the spark plug caps.

NOTE
The service intervals can be used as a guide. Service more frequently as necessary by operating conditions.

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MAINTENANCE

| INTERVAL
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Daily| Every 50 hr.| Every 100 hr.| Every 200 hr.| Every 250 hr.| Every 300 hr.
Check and add engine oil.| •|  |  |  |  |
Check for loose or lost nuts and screws.| •|  |  |  |  |
Check for fuel and oil leakage.| •|  |  |  |  |
Check battery electrolyte level.| •|  |  |  |  |
♦      Check or clean air intake screen.| •|  |  |  |  |
♦      Check inspection ports.|  | •|  |  |  |
♦      Clean air cleaner foam element.|  | •|  |  |  |
♦      Clean air cleaner paper element.|  |  | •|  |  |
♦      Clean dust and dirt from cylinder and cylinder

◊     head fins.

|  |  | •|  |  |
Tighten nuts and screws.|  |  | •|  |  |
Change engine oil.|  |  | •|  |  |
Clean and regap spark plugs.|  |  | •|  |  |
Change oil filter.|  |  |  | •|  |
♦      Replace air cleaner paper element.|  |  |  |  | •|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
◊     Clean combustion chamber.|  |  |  |  |  | •
◊     Check and adjust valve clearance.|  |  |  |  |  | •
◊     Clean and lap valve seating surface.|  |  |  |  |  | •

♦ : Service more frequently under dusty or dirty conditions.
◊ : Service to be performed by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

Oil Level Check

Check the engine oil daily before starting the engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may cause serious damage to the engine such as seizure.

• Place the engine on level surface. Clean area around the oil gauge before removing it.
• Remove the oil gauge and wipe it with a clean cloth.
• Insert the oil gauge into tube WITHOUT SCREW-ING IT IN.
• Remove the oil gauge to check the oil level. The level should be between “ADD” and “FULL” marks.
  • A. Tube
  • B. Oil Gauge
  • C. “FULL” Mark
  • D. “ADD” Mark
• If the oil level is too high, remove the excess oil through the oil filler opening using a syringe or some other suitable device.
• If the oil level is too low, add oil to reach the correct level. Use the same type and brand of oil that is already in the engine.
• Install and tighten the oil gauge.

Oil Change

Change oil every 100 hours.

NOTE

If a torque wrench is not available, this item should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

• Run the engine to warm oil.
• Place the engine on level surface.
• Stop the engine.
• Remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container while engine is warm.

WARNING
Hot engine oil can cause severe burns. Allow engine temperature to drop from hot to warm level before draining and handling oil.

• Replace the O-ring with a new one.

• Apply grease to the O-ring.

• Tighten the oil drain plug.

Tightening Torque

Oil Drain Plug:

7.4 N·m (0.75 kgf·m, 65 in·lb)

• Fill with good quality engine oil specified in the table.
• Check the oil level (See Oil Level Check section). Recommended Engine Oil

Engine Oil Viscosity
Choose the viscosity according to the temperature as follows:

NOTE

• Although 10W-40 engine oil is the recommended oil for most conditions, the oil viscosity may need to be changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions. Using 20W-50 oil in higher ambient temperatures may reduce oil consumption.

Engine Oil Capacity

FT730V EFI

| 1.8 L (1.9 US·qt) [when oil filter is not removed]
---|---
2.1 L (2.2 US·qt) [when oil filter is removed]

WARNING
Engine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local author-ities for approved disposal methods or possi-ble recycling.

Oil Filter Change

Change the oil filter every 200 hours.

• Drain the engine oil into a suitable container (See Oil Change section).

NOTICE
Before removing the oil filter, place suitable pan under filter connection.

• Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove it.

• Replace the oil filter with a new one.

• Coat a film of clean engine oil on the seal of new filter.

• Install new filter rotating it clockwise until the seal contacts the mounting surface. Then rotate the filter 3/4 turn more by hand.

• Install the oil drain plug and refill with fresh oil
  (See Oil Change section).

• Run the engine for about 3 minutes, stop the engine.

• Check any oil leakage around the filter and oil level (See Oil Level Check section).

Air Cleaner Service

Air Cleaner

NOTICE

• To prevent excessive engine wear, do not run the engine with the air cleaner removed.
• Do not wash paper element.
• Do not oil foam or paper element.
• Do not use pressurized air to clean paper element.
• Operating in dusty or dirty condition may require more frequent maintenance.

Foam Element
Clean the foam element every 50 hours.

• Wash the foam element in detergent and water, and dry it thoroughly.

Paper Element
Clean the paper element every 100 hours.

• Clean the paper element by tapping gently to remove dust. If very dirty, replace the paper element with a new one.
  Replace with a new paper element yearly or 250 hours. Whichever comes first.

Cap (Dust Ejector Valve)
Push and open the cap on the case of the air cleaner body to expel dust and/or water accumulated inside.

Replace the air cleaner element

• Turn the knobs counterclockwise.
• Pull up the air cleaner cover to clear the tabs, and remove it.
  • A. Knobs
  • B. Air Cleaner Cover
  • C. Tabs
• Remove the air cleaner elements.
  • A. Foam Element
  • B. Paper Element
• Install the new air cleaner elements.
• Insert the tabs into the holes.
• Turn the knobs clockwise.
  • A. Tabs
  • B. Holes

Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Service

WARNING
Many solvents are highly flammable and may cause serious burns. Improper use of solvents can result in fire or an explosion. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point solvents to clean the fuel filter and/or the fuel pump.
Clean only in a well-ventilated area away from sources of sparks or flame, including any appliances with a pilot light.

• The fuel filter can not be disassembled. If the fuel filter gets clogged, replace it with a new one.
• The fuel pumps can not be disassembled. If the fuel pump fails, replace it with a new one.

Spark Plug Service

WARNING
Engines can become extremely hot during normal operation. Hot engine components can cause severe burns. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before checking spark plugs.
Clean or replace the spark plugs and reset the gap every 100 hours of operation.

NOTE

• If a torque wrench is not available, this item should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

  • Disconnect the spark plug caps from the spark plugs and remove the spark plugs.

  • Clean the electrodes by scraping or using a nonmetal brush (nylon etc.) to remove carbon deposits.

  • Inspect for cracked porcelain, other wear or damage.
    Replace the spark plug with a new one if necessary.

  • Check the spark plug gap and reset it if necessary.
    To change the gap, bend only the side electrode, using a spark plug tool.

Spark Plug Gap

NGK BPR4ES 0.75 mm (0.030 in.)

• Tighten the spark plugs.

Tightening Torque

Spark Plugs:
22.5 N·m (2.29 kgf·m, 16.6 ft·lb)

• Fit the spark plug caps on the spark plugs securely.
• Pull up the spark plug caps lightly to make sure of the installation of the spark plug caps.

RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUG
NGK …………………………….BPR4ES

• A. Spark Plug Gap

• B. Electrodes

Fuse Service
Fuses are arranged in the fuse case located on the side of the engine. If a fuse fails during operation, inspect the electrical system to determine the cause, and then replace it with a new fuse of proper amperage
If the fuse fails repeatedly, there is something wrong with the electrical system. Have the engine checked by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

WARNING
Substituting fuses can cause wiring to overheat, catch fire and/or fail. Do not use any substitute for the standard fuse. Replace the blown fuse with a new one of the correct capacity.

• A. 40 A Main Fuse
• B. 2 A, 10 A Fuses

• A. Normal
• B. Failed

Cooling System Cleaning

NOTICE
Do not run engine before all cooling system parts are reinstalled to keep cooling as intended.

Intake Screen
Before each operation, check that the air intake screen is free from grass and debris. Clean the screen if necessary.

Inspection Ports
Every 50 hours of operation, check dust or debris inside fan housing. To check inside, remove the air cleaner cover and see inside from the inspection ports of fan housing. Clean or blow the dust ifneeded. If it is difficult to clean the dust with the ports, remove the fan housing and clean the dirt completely.

• Remove the air cleaner cover (See Air Cleaner Service section).
• Check the inside from the inspection ports of fan housing and clean if necessary.

Install the air cleaner cover (See Air Cleaner Service section).
Cylinder and Cylinder Head Fins
Every 100 hours of operation, check and clean the cooling fins and the inside of engine shrouds to remove grass, chaff or dirt clogging the cooling system and causing overheating.

NOTE

• If a torque wrench is not available, this item should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.
  • Remove the air cleaner cover (see Air Cleaner Service section).
  • Remove the quick rivets and guard [A].
  • Remove the air intake screen bolts and air intake screen [B].
  • Remove the regulator ground bolt [C].
  • Disconnect the regulator connectors [D].
  • Remove the fan housing bolts [E].
  • Loosen the fan housing bolts [F].
  • Loosen the clamp [G] and disconnect the tube [H].
  • Remove the fan housing [I].
• Cover the intake port of the throttle body to keep dust out of the opening.
  • Clean the cylinder and cylinder head fins.
  • Install the removed parts.
• Do not pinch the ignition coil leads [J] to installing the fan housing.

Torque Table

STORAGE

Engine Storage Procedure
When not operating your Kawasaki engine more than 30 days, add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank and run engine for 5 minutes then drain the fuel tank.
After draining the fuel tank, run the engine at low idle until engine stalls.

WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. Drain fuel before storing the equipment for extended periods.
Drain gasoline in a well-ventilated area away from any source of flame or sparks, including any appliances with a pilot light.
Store gasoline in an approved container in safe location.

WARNING
Gasoline is a toxic substance. Dispose of gasoline properly. Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods.

• Remove the spark plugs and pour approx 1 – 2 mL (1/2 teaspoon) of engine oil through the spark plug holes then screw the spark plugs in after cranking the engine a few times. Slowly crank theengine until you feel the compression then leave it there. This traps the air inside the cylinders and prevents rust inside the engine.
  • A. Spark Plug Hole
• Wipe the body with oily cloth.
• Wrap the engine with plastic sheeting and store it in a dry place.
• Change engine oil for next use after period of storage (See Oil Change section in the MAINTENANCE chapter).

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table below as a guide to troubleshooting.

Faulty valves
Loose cylinder head bolts
No fuel to com- bustion cham- ber| No fuel in fuel tank| Fill fuel tank
Fuel valve is not in “ON” position.| Open fuel valve lever.
Clogged fuel filter or tube| Change fuel filter or fuel tube
Clogged air vent in tank cap| Clean fuel tank cap
Faulty fuel system| ◊
Spark plugs fouled by fuel| Clogged air cleaner| Replace
Incorrect grade/type of fuel| Change fuel
Water in fuel
Over-rich fuel/air mixture| ◊
Faulty fuel system
Engine won’t start or output is low| No spark or weak spark| Faulty spark plugs| Replace spark plugs
---|---|---|---

Engine switch is in “OFF” position

| Turn engine switch to “START” po- sition

(See M)

Faulty ignition coils| ◊
Low output| Engine over- heats| Clogged air cleaner| Replace
Air intake screen or cooling air path clogged with dirt| Clean
Insufficient engine oil| Replenish or change oil
Carbon build-up in combustion cham- ber| ◊
Engine speed won’t increase| Faulty E-governor.| ◊

◊ : Service to be performed by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.
M : For Control Panel Switch Type, move the throttle lever on the equipment away from it slow speed end to turn the engine switch to “START” position.

Reduced Power mode (FT730V – □R or FT730V – □S)

MAIN- TENANCE chapter)
Temperature sensor or circuit malfunction| ◊
Low oil pressure (If oil switch is equipped) (MIL off/Oil lamp on)| Low oil level| Add oil (refer to Oil Level Check section in the MAINTE- NANCE chapter)
Oil switch or circuit malfunction| ◊
Lubrication system malfunction| ◊
Hand throttle in- put sensor mal- function (MIL on)| Wiring issue or sensor malfunction| ◊
Internal ECU/ throttle body malfunction (MIL on)| Throttle valve control malfunction| ◊
Throttle position sensor malfunction| ◊

◊: Service to be performed by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.

Reduced Power mode (Other than FT730V – □R or FT730V – □S)

MAIN- TENANCE chapter)
Low oil pressure (If oil switch is equipped) (MIL off/Oil lamp on)| Low oil level| Add oil (refer to Oil Level Check section in the MAINTE- NANCE chapter)
Oil switch or circuit malfunction| ◊
Lubrication system malfunction| ◊
Hand throttle in- put sensor mal- function (MIL on)| Wiring issue or sensor malfunction| ◊
Internal ECU/ throttle body malfunction (MIL on)| Throttle valve control malfunction| ◊
Throttle position sensor malfunction| ◊

Battery voltage abnormal (MIL on)

| Battery voltage too low| Charge battery or Replace bat- tery
Electrical system trouble (Charging sys- tem malfunction, Internal ECU/throttle body malfunction)| ◊
Overspeed de- tected (MIL on)| The engine gets too much air. Unstable performance of ECU.| Turn off the ignition switch and then turn on.

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
To help preserve the environment, properly discard used batteries, oils and fluids, or other engine components.
Consult an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility or local environmental waste agency for their proper disposal procedure. This also applies to disposal of the entire engine at the end of its life.

SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For repair or maintenance assistance contact an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.
For warranty assistance please contact an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer.
Kawasaki engine dealer locator can be found on our website: www.kawasakienginesusa.com

For further assistance email:
[email protected]
or call 877-364-6404

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