Horsepower 17.0
Crankshaft Orientation: Vertical Shaft
Twin Cylinder OHV with Cast Iron Sleeve
Crankshaft Diameter: 25.4mm (1 inch)
Crankshaft Length: 80mm (3.15 inches)
Auxiliary PTO: No
Gear Reduction: No
Charging System: 13 Amp
Cooling System: Air Cooled
Oil Filter: Yes
Starter Type: 12 Vt. Electric
Fuel Pump: Yes

Kawasaki KAI series - Standard features include overhead V-Valve design, redesigned air cleaner and blower housings, new air filter options, internally vented carburetors and a new advanced lubrication system design. Additional improvements to the ignition system and electric starters increase startability, durability and reliability.
 
Application notes:
Replaces FH500V-S35 on Ariens products
Replaces FH500V-S43R on Ariens products
Replaces FH500V-S38 on CHP products
Replaces FH500V-S33 on Country Clipper products
Replaces FH500V-S14 on LESCO and Commercial Turf Products
Replaces FH541V-S37-R on Excel products
Replaces FH500V-S33 on eXmark products
Replaces FH500V-S05 on Ferris products
Replaces FH500V-S19 on Great Dane products
Replaces FH500V-S21 on Great Dane products
Replaces FH531V-S05 on Husqvarna products
Replaces FH500V-S36 on Toro products
Replaces FH541V-S07-R on Toro products
Replaces FH541V-S23 on Wright Mfg. products