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General Safety Precautions 1 II. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 18 XI. TecumsehPower H30-40 Operator's Manual Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Maintenance 12 VIII. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12 VII. Storing Your Engine 16 X. Oil and Fuel Specifications 3 IV...
General Safety Precautions 1 II. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 18 XI. TecumsehPower H30-40 Operator's Manual Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Maintenance 12 VIII. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12 VII. Storing Your Engine 16 X. Oil and Fuel Specifications 3 IV...
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...emission regulations for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2007 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 Find them on...by the following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-Way Catalyst (if so equipped). Tecumseh Power Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Power Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. The trademarks TECUMSEH® and the DESIGN (Native American Head ...
...emission regulations for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2007 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 Find them on...by the following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-Way Catalyst (if so equipped). Tecumseh Power Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Power Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. The trademarks TECUMSEH® and the DESIGN (Native American Head ...
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...page 17. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may provide information about who is running . C. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine. Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. See Figure 1. Fuel vapors can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, ..."I . Stay Away from fuel fires, follow these parts are not properly guarded, or if you have any engine exhaust. can explode. Call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com if you are not sure whether they are ...
...page 17. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may provide information about who is running . C. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine. Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. See Figure 1. Fuel vapors can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, ..."I . Stay Away from fuel fires, follow these parts are not properly guarded, or if you have any engine exhaust. can explode. Call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com if you are not sure whether they are ...
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... fun-carts, go to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to www.TecumsehPower.com...
... fun-carts, go to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to www.TecumsehPower.com...
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... oil. See Figure 6. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Engines. Tecumseh manufactures and is needed for individuals who practice proper tool usage. If repair or service is responsible only for H Models. III. Service "SL/SJ". Using...
... oil. See Figure 6. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Engines. Tecumseh manufactures and is needed for individuals who practice proper tool usage. If repair or service is responsible only for H Models. III. Service "SL/SJ". Using...
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...-in oil carry-over from last season or stored for Tecumseh Oil Part Numbers. Doing so may result in . • Keep oil level between "Full" and "ADD" Marks Figure 7. Table 2. B. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to fall below the "ADD" mark on ...so may use gasoline containing the following components identified in equipment malfunction or damage. NEVER use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with fuel. • DO NOT use fuel left over to the air cleaner...
...-in oil carry-over from last season or stored for Tecumseh Oil Part Numbers. Doing so may result in . • Keep oil level between "Full" and "ADD" Marks Figure 7. Table 2. B. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to fall below the "ADD" mark on ...so may use gasoline containing the following components identified in equipment malfunction or damage. NEVER use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with fuel. • DO NOT use fuel left over to the air cleaner...
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... oil fill plugs. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to step 1. Oil Fill Plug 2. Fuel Fill Cap 9. See Figure 7. 5. II. If your engine has an oil fill plug go to shut off when it is running. Tighten securely. 6. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube...any spilled oil. Pressing the switch to reach "FULL" level. Carburetor 3. Note oil level. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug) If your engine has an oil fill cap see "Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick" instructions listed below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to the "OFF" position will ...
... oil fill plugs. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to step 1. Oil Fill Plug 2. Fuel Fill Cap 9. See Figure 7. 5. II. If your engine has an oil fill plug go to shut off when it is running. Tighten securely. 6. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube...any spilled oil. Pressing the switch to reach "FULL" level. Carburetor 3. Note oil level. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug) If your engine has an oil fill cap see "Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick" instructions listed below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to the "OFF" position will ...
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.... DO NOT overfill fuel tank. See Figure 10. WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Fuel can spray from engine. If you have a manual recoil starter see "B. Engines with a genuine Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are unable to start this... ! To prevent injury or death from area of engines. See Figure 11. 6. Fuel Valve Positions This section contains starting engine. See Figure 12. Only allow it to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Avoid creating any other way. Be...
.... DO NOT overfill fuel tank. See Figure 10. WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Fuel can spray from engine. If you have a manual recoil starter see "B. Engines with a genuine Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are unable to start this... ! To prevent injury or death from area of engines. See Figure 11. 6. Fuel Valve Positions This section contains starting engine. See Figure 12. Only allow it to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Avoid creating any other way. Be...
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... Shown Figure 13. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches are equipped with your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Doing so will apply to start after following two sections will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly with an optional Spring Loaded Throttle Control. See Table 3. Stop...
... Shown Figure 13. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches are equipped with your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Doing so will apply to start after following two sections will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly with an optional Spring Loaded Throttle Control. See Table 3. Stop...
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.... 3. DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. Move Engine Speed Control to restart engine. 1 2 3 1. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. No Choke Position 2. 1/2 Choke Position 3. Some engines are on. If engine fires but falters when Choke Control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat...
.... 3. DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. Move Engine Speed Control to restart engine. 1 2 3 1. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. No Choke Position 2. 1/2 Choke Position 3. Some engines are on. If engine fires but falters when Choke Control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat...
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... Recoil Starters Only one rapid full arm stroke. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to engine idle speed if it is used to ensure the throttle will apply to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these ... the idle position when starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly with Recoil Starter If your engine has: Go to original position between pushes. See Table 4. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure engine is open and all switches are equipped with your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. b.
... Recoil Starters Only one rapid full arm stroke. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to engine idle speed if it is used to ensure the throttle will apply to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these ... the idle position when starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly with Recoil Starter If your engine has: Go to original position between pushes. See Table 4. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure engine is open and all switches are equipped with your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. b.
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... position. Optional Fuel Valve Positions STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 24. Typical Engine Symbols Remote Models All Other Models 1 2 3 1. Engine Speed Control Levers Page 10 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 This spring loaded control is used... Be sure fuel valve (optional) is released or if the cable fails. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to "FAST" position or "HIGH" position and set Choke Control to "NO CHOKE" position. II. See Figure 23. 3. Some...
... position. Optional Fuel Valve Positions STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 24. Typical Engine Symbols Remote Models All Other Models 1 2 3 1. Engine Speed Control Levers Page 10 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 This spring loaded control is used... Be sure fuel valve (optional) is released or if the cable fails. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to "FAST" position or "HIGH" position and set Choke Control to "NO CHOKE" position. II. See Figure 23. 3. Some...
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...Next, move Choke Control "1/2 CHOKE" position until you feel drag. No Choke Position 2. 1/2 Choke Position 3. b. Momentarily move Choke Control to start engine. 8. When engine starts: a. Next, move Choke Control back to "NO CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 4. Full Choke ... CHOKE" position and start after Choke Control is moved to original position. Return rope slowly to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
...Next, move Choke Control "1/2 CHOKE" position until you feel drag. No Choke Position 2. 1/2 Choke Position 3. b. Momentarily move Choke Control to start engine. 8. When engine starts: a. Next, move Choke Control back to "NO CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 4. Full Choke ... CHOKE" position and start after Choke Control is moved to original position. Return rope slowly to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
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..., if provided. WARNING To avoid unsupervised operation of such operation. ! "Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 4. • Change oil after use .... 1. See Figures 30, 31 and 32. 2. See "G. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is important to equipment manufacturer's instructions. ! Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced...
..., if provided. WARNING To avoid unsupervised operation of such operation. ! "Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-789-14 Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 4. • Change oil after use .... 1. See Figures 30, 31 and 32. 2. See "G. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is important to equipment manufacturer's instructions. ! Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced...
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Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to spark plug. NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at the lowest point on page 4. 9. Fill with recommended oil. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions ..., 31 and 32. Optional Oil Drain Figure 31. Spark Plug Cap 2. See Table 1 on page 3 and Table 2 on the engine. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). 6. Oil Drain/Fill Locations 181-789-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick 3. 3. See Figures 28 and 29...
Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to spark plug. NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at the lowest point on page 4. 9. Fill with recommended oil. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions ..., 31 and 32. Optional Oil Drain Figure 31. Spark Plug Cap 2. See Table 1 on page 3 and Table 2 on the engine. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). 6. Oil Drain/Fill Locations 181-789-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick 3. 3. See Figures 28 and 29...
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... the following areas: • Levers and Linkage • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Guards Removing debris will be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. NOTE Contact your engine. Formula Compact Models 2 4 2 1 Formula Standard Models 3 4 1 2 2 1 1. Air Intake Screen 3. Debris Removal Areas 2 3 Page 14 1 1. .030 (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Electrodes 3. Resistor Spark Plug...
... the following areas: • Levers and Linkage • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Guards Removing debris will be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. NOTE Contact your engine. Formula Compact Models 2 4 2 1 Formula Standard Models 3 4 1 2 2 1 1. Air Intake Screen 3. Debris Removal Areas 2 3 Page 14 1 1. .030 (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Electrodes 3. Resistor Spark Plug...
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... 51 2 6 1 1. WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in flange. 6. Cover Figure 36. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 23 4 5 1 1. Wrap in warm water and detergent solution then press...every 3 months or every 25 operating hours. II. Replacement filters are needed, contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Flange 4. E. G. NOTE Running the engine faster than the speed set at unsafe speeds. See Figure 36. 2. Tampering with factory setting of base...
... 51 2 6 1 1. WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in flange. 6. Cover Figure 36. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 23 4 5 1 1. Wrap in warm water and detergent solution then press...every 3 months or every 25 operating hours. II. Replacement filters are needed, contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Flange 4. E. G. NOTE Running the engine faster than the speed set at unsafe speeds. See Figure 36. 2. Tampering with factory setting of base...
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... fuel may result in an explosion and result in equipment damage. WARNING DO NOT pour fuel from the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using a commercially available suction device designed for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. IX. Short Term/Seasonal Storage I.... and NEVER run engine in the tank. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the blower housing. WARNING Never store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is available from carburetor. This product is any gasoline in...
... fuel may result in an explosion and result in equipment damage. WARNING DO NOT pour fuel from the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using a commercially available suction device designed for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. IX. Short Term/Seasonal Storage I.... and NEVER run engine in the tank. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the blower housing. WARNING Never store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is available from carburetor. This product is any gasoline in...
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...instructions. See "A. Oil Cylinder Bore ! Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of fuel. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from lack of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. II. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 12. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the ... the cylinder bore. Oil Change oil if not changed within the last 3 months, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to cycle the engine for one to Step 6. 5. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 2. WARNING When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel may spray from carburetor...
...instructions. See "A. Oil Cylinder Bore ! Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of fuel. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from lack of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. II. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 12. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the ... the cylinder bore. Oil Change oil if not changed within the last 3 months, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to cycle the engine for one to Step 6. 5. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 2. WARNING When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel may spray from carburetor...
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... (section 4442) to use of a spark arrester to extend the life of the most important things that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless... engine is one from your dealer. If your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that you may require use or operate engine on your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is equipped with a spark...
... (section 4442) to use of a spark arrester to extend the life of the most important things that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless... engine is one from your dealer. If your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that you may require use or operate engine on your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is equipped with a spark...