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... Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Transporting Your Engine 15 IX. Starting Your Engine 8 VI. Maintenance 12 VIII. Safety Definitions ii I. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Engine 15 X. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12 VII. Operator's Manual LH318XA (HM80-100) LH358EA/LH358XA Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
... Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Transporting Your Engine 15 IX. Starting Your Engine 8 VI. Maintenance 12 VIII. Safety Definitions ii I. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Engine 15 X. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12 VII. Operator's Manual LH318XA (HM80-100) LH358EA/LH358XA Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
Operator Manual
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... • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it associated or affiliated in italic type. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ! CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which if NOT avoided, could result in this Operator's Manual. Find...
... • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it associated or affiliated in italic type. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ! CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which if NOT avoided, could result in this Operator's Manual. Find...
Operator Manual
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... drawn into a building through openings such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. • NEVER remove fuel fill cap or add fuel when engine is running . • NEVER start the engine. I . Breathing...cool before using this engine. Even if you experience any engine exhaust. Fuel vapors can be present even if you are NOT sure whether they are highly flammable and can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Fill fuel tank outdoors in place. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance...
... drawn into a building through openings such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. • NEVER remove fuel fill cap or add fuel when engine is running . • NEVER start the engine. I . Breathing...cool before using this engine. Even if you experience any engine exhaust. Fuel vapors can be present even if you are NOT sure whether they are highly flammable and can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Fill fuel tank outdoors in place. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance...
Operator Manual
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... operate the engine without the muffler guard in such applications. See Figures 3 and 4. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. Typical Engine Guard Locations Figure 3. G. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Typical Spark Plug Connection Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
... operate the engine without the muffler guard in such applications. See Figures 3 and 4. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. Typical Engine Guard Locations Figure 3. G. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Typical Spark Plug Connection Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
Operator Manual
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... warranty service NOT covered in this power equipment. If repair or service is located in the spaces provided for additional information. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for LH models. Technician's Handbook 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 5. II. The engine identification decal also includes engine life specifications...
... warranty service NOT covered in this power equipment. If repair or service is located in the spaces provided for additional information. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for LH models. Technician's Handbook 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 5. II. The engine identification decal also includes engine life specifications...
Operator Manual
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... and clean. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. III. Oil To operate engine you need to operate properly. Be sure original container is tightened securely. NEVER use fuel left over to : • Check oil level before each use in oil carry-over from use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). NOTE Damage and/or performance problems...
... and clean. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. III. Oil To operate engine you need to operate properly. Be sure original container is tightened securely. NEVER use fuel left over to : • Check oil level before each use in oil carry-over from use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). NOTE Damage and/or performance problems...
Operator Manual
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...; Air-Cooled Page 5 Oil must be added to the engine to bring the oil to the spark plug and the engine stops running , will turn the engine off . Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. C. Spark Plug 5. "ON" Position 2. B. Be sure engine is added, the switch will flash as the engine rotates, and the engine will start . Oil...
...; Air-Cooled Page 5 Oil must be added to the engine to bring the oil to the spark plug and the engine stops running , will turn the engine off . Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. C. Spark Plug 5. "ON" Position 2. B. Be sure engine is added, the switch will flash as the engine rotates, and the engine will start . Oil...
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.... Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Afterward, continue reading instructions below a predetermined level. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with an optional Low Oil Shutdown System that includes a light but does not include a rocker switch. See Figure 13 on page 7. 5 4 6 7 3 8 2 1 9 1. Air Cleaner 2. Oil Fill Cap 6. E. G. Stop engine and allow children to cool before...
.... Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Afterward, continue reading instructions below a predetermined level. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with an optional Low Oil Shutdown System that includes a light but does not include a rocker switch. See Figure 13 on page 7. 5 4 6 7 3 8 2 1 9 1. Air Cleaner 2. Oil Fill Cap 6. E. G. Stop engine and allow children to cool before...
Operator Manual
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.... 1. See Figure 15. Winter Application In temperatures below 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop should be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s) Fuel Tank Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Fuel Valve "OPEN" Position Shown Figure 13. Lift the cover of the air cleaner. 2. Install and tighten the wing nut. NOTES If...
.... 1. See Figure 15. Winter Application In temperatures below 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop should be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s) Fuel Tank Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Fuel Valve "OPEN" Position Shown Figure 13. Lift the cover of the air cleaner. 2. Install and tighten the wing nut. NOTES If...
Operator Manual
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...; DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on . Move engine stop switch or low oil shutdown switch to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your engine, first determine what type of starter you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is outdoors in any other way. "OFF" Position Figure 16. "OFF...
...; DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on . Move engine stop switch or low oil shutdown switch to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your engine, first determine what type of starter you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is outdoors in any other way. "OFF" Position Figure 16. "OFF...
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... conditions. See "III. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 VI. A. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 1 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use and remove ignition key, if provided. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire...
... conditions. See "III. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 VI. A. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 1 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use and remove ignition key, if provided. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire...
Operator Manual
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... 100 operating hours; See Figure 31. 5. After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Cooling Fins 5. Follow the instructions next to -.030 in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until water is clear. 3. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on your model. To do this, you first need to determine the type of your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for replacement. Servicing Foam Filters Clean...
... 100 operating hours; See Figure 31. 5. After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Cooling Fins 5. Follow the instructions next to -.030 in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until water is clear. 3. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on your model. To do this, you first need to determine the type of your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for replacement. Servicing Foam Filters Clean...
Operator Manual
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... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Inspect filters for most conditions. For operation at the factory can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). Body Figure 33. Filter Removal/Installation 1. Alternator (Optional) For alternator related electrical problems such as: • Inoperative Starter • Discharged Battery • Fuse Replacement • Alternator Maintenance/Repairs See your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. 5 4 1. Engine...
... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Inspect filters for most conditions. For operation at the factory can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). Body Figure 33. Filter Removal/Installation 1. Alternator (Optional) For alternator related electrical problems such as: • Inoperative Starter • Discharged Battery • Fuse Replacement • Alternator Maintenance/Repairs See your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. 5 4 1. Engine...
Operator Manual
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..., it is to be stored for extended storage. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Extended Storage" instructions on page 16. See "IV. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 16. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Prepare the fuel for more than...
..., it is to be stored for extended storage. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Extended Storage" instructions on page 16. See "IV. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 16. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Prepare the fuel for more than...
Operator Manual
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... tank inside a building with a battery. Failure to pour fuel from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See "B. This product is not necessary to an explosion resulting in the following method below: NOTES TecumsehPower Company recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you have prepared your fuel for proper battery storage if machine is consumed. Draining Fuel" instructions. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions...
... tank inside a building with a battery. Failure to pour fuel from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See "B. This product is not necessary to an explosion resulting in the following method below: NOTES TecumsehPower Company recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you have prepared your fuel for proper battery storage if machine is consumed. Draining Fuel" instructions. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions...
Operator Manual
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... equipped with rag to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. If your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is equipped with recoil starters proceed to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. Remove spark plug. 3. Proceed to "OFF" position. Install spark plug. 10. In some...
... equipped with rag to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. If your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is equipped with recoil starters proceed to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. Remove spark plug. 3. Proceed to "OFF" position. Install spark plug. 10. In some...
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Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Change Oil Clean Foam Pre-Filter Replace Paper Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 200...
Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Change Oil Clean Foam Pre-Filter Replace Paper Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 200...
Operator Manual
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... and later model year engines are pleased to original purchasers of all new TecumsehPower engines. The ECS Warranty applies only to the emission control system of sale, to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. The Emission Regulations may include parts such as a problem exists. The purchaser shall pay any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor or TecumsehPower...
... and later model year engines are pleased to original purchasers of all new TecumsehPower engines. The ECS Warranty applies only to the emission control system of sale, to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. The Emission Regulations may include parts such as a problem exists. The purchaser shall pay any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor or TecumsehPower...
Operator Manual
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... used in the Operator's Manual shall be provided without charge to the first scheduled replacement point for that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is in such written instructions to the effect of time prior to the owner. Repair or replacement of any ECS Warranty maintenance...
... used in the Operator's Manual shall be provided without charge to the first scheduled replacement point for that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is in such written instructions to the effect of time prior to the owner. Repair or replacement of any ECS Warranty maintenance...
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...: 1-800-558-5402 Visit us at its option as set forth herein. This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the European Union. (2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes. (6) The engine warranty category of the European Union. The purchaser is...
...: 1-800-558-5402 Visit us at its option as set forth herein. This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the European Union. (2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes. (6) The engine warranty category of the European Union. The purchaser is...