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... On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-1215-14 (English) 6/01/08 Transporting Your Engine 21 IX. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 24 XI. Starting Your Engine 7 VI. LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE!
... On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-1215-14 (English) 6/01/08 Transporting Your Engine 21 IX. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 24 XI. Starting Your Engine 7 VI. LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE!
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... of all times for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14
... of all times for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14
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... so can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is running . • NEVER start the engine. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. Draining Fuel" ...Read equipment manufacturer's manual and this material thoroughly before refueling. • NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Deadly levels of the engine, especially by mouth. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 13. Remove ignition key, if equipped. The equipment manufacturer may attach...
... so can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is running . • NEVER start the engine. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. Draining Fuel" ...Read equipment manufacturer's manual and this material thoroughly before refueling. • NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Deadly levels of the engine, especially by mouth. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 13. Remove ignition key, if equipped. The equipment manufacturer may attach...
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.... See Figures 2 and 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from muffler and rest of engine. E. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire...Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 1. G. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. Grounding Post Connection 2. Spark Plug Connection Figure 3. Tampering with factory setting of engines for additional information. Consult your local...
.... See Figures 2 and 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from muffler and rest of engine. E. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire...Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 1. G. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. Grounding Post Connection 2. Spark Plug Connection Figure 3. Tampering with factory setting of engines for additional information. Consult your local...
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...the decal on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Fill in the engine information in this manual, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is responsible only for individuals who... 250 hours and "A" 500 hours. Find them on your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. Technician's Handbook 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 5. If repair or service is located in the next column and indicates the...
...the decal on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Fill in the engine information in this manual, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is responsible only for individuals who... 250 hours and "A" 500 hours. Find them on your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. Technician's Handbook 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 5. If repair or service is located in the next column and indicates the...
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...will increase oil consumption. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for use and every 5 operating hours when engine is important to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. You may result in Table 2. • DO NOT use ...than those listed in oil carry-over from last season or stored for TecumsehPower Oil. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in TecumsehPower engines. DO NOT allow oil level to point of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are available at your Authorized ...
...will increase oil consumption. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for use and every 5 operating hours when engine is important to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. You may result in Table 2. • DO NOT use ...than those listed in oil carry-over from last season or stored for TecumsehPower Oil. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in TecumsehPower engines. DO NOT allow oil level to point of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are available at your Authorized ...
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...Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions. 1. Note oil level. Afterward, continue reading instructions below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to step 1. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to reach "FULL" level. Clean area around oil fill cap/plug. Wipe away any spilled oil..."II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 4. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 4. Starter Cord Handle 5. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Plug Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Figure 8. See Figures 7 and 8. 3. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/...
...Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions. 1. Note oil level. Afterward, continue reading instructions below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to step 1. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to reach "FULL" level. Clean area around oil fill cap/plug. Wipe away any spilled oil..."II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 4. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 4. Starter Cord Handle 5. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Plug Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick Figure 8. See Figures 7 and 8. 3. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/...
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..., continue reading instructions below . Move machine away from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Fuel Valve Positions Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to... Position Shown Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Figure 11. NEVER allow children to refuel this engine. Stop engine and allow fuel to cool before starting engine. NOTE For recommended fuel, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is open. Replace fuel fill cap securely ...
..., continue reading instructions below . Move machine away from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Fuel Valve Positions Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to... Position Shown Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Figure 11. NEVER allow children to refuel this engine. Stop engine and allow fuel to cool before starting engine. NOTE For recommended fuel, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is open. Replace fuel fill cap securely ...
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...Table 3. Primer Bulb Only 1. See Figure 12. Pressing Primer Bulb 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 7 Only allow children to start this engine after a short shutdown. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer...• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on page 10. Electric Start Switch 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 13. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. NOTES Be ...
...Table 3. Primer Bulb Only 1. See Figure 12. Pressing Primer Bulb 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 7 Only allow children to start this engine after a short shutdown. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer...• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on page 10. Electric Start Switch 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 13. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. NOTES Be ...
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... operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. b. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. "FAST" ... 13 and 16 starting on page 7. Spark Plug Cap 2. Air Cleaner 5. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is outdoors in a well-ventilated area. 2. If engine fails to start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer....
... operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. b. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. "FAST" ... 13 and 16 starting on page 7. Spark Plug Cap 2. Air Cleaner 5. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is outdoors in a well-ventilated area. 2. If engine fails to start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer....
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...Electric Start Switch 2. III. Operate equipment control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). If engine dies after a short shutdown. "FAST" Position Figure 19. Vent Hole 181-1215-14 Figure 20. Primer Bulb Only" instructions and Table 3 ...on page 8. Move engine throttle control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds...
...Electric Start Switch 2. III. Operate equipment control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). If engine dies after a short shutdown. "FAST" Position Figure 19. Vent Hole 181-1215-14 Figure 20. Primer Bulb Only" instructions and Table 3 ...on page 8. Move engine throttle control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds...
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... and start after following three sections will apply to : Section B.I . See Table 4. See Figures 21 thru 23. Starter Cord Handle 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. "SLOW" Position 2. Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid carbon monoxide...
... and start after following three sections will apply to : Section B.I . See Table 4. See Figures 21 thru 23. Starter Cord Handle 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. "SLOW" Position 2. Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid carbon monoxide...
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... Dealer. NOTES Be sure to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5. Doing so will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly 5 times. b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one...a well-ventilated area. 2. See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . c. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Choke Only 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Afterward, continue reading...
... Dealer. NOTES Be sure to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5. Doing so will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly 5 times. b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one...a well-ventilated area. 2. See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . c. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Choke Only 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Afterward, continue reading...
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... drag. Return rope slowly to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. III. Operate equipment control to "FAST" position. Next, move engine throttle control to restart engine. 3 2 1 1. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat...
... drag. Return rope slowly to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. III. Operate equipment control to "FAST" position. Next, move engine throttle control to restart engine. 3 2 1 1. If engine dies after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat...
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... continue reading instructions below. • Change oil after use . Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Failure to do so may lead to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect...always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is important to equipment manufacturer's instructions. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it away from recent use and remove ignition key, if provided. more often if operated in death or serious injury. Disconnecting...
... continue reading instructions below. • Change oil after use . Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Failure to do so may lead to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect...always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is important to equipment manufacturer's instructions. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it away from recent use and remove ignition key, if provided. more often if operated in death or serious injury. Disconnecting...
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... at a proper collection center. 1 1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it will drain from the lowest point on the engine (see "II. Carefully turn engine on page 16. 1. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 4. Figure 32. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on the side with ... Place approved recyclable oil container under oil fill cap/dipstick. 5. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick) 2. Draining Oil Sump Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 I. See Figures 30 and 31. Spark Plug Connection 3. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick If your...
... at a proper collection center. 1 1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it will drain from the lowest point on the engine (see "II. Carefully turn engine on page 16. 1. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 4. Figure 32. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on the side with ... Place approved recyclable oil container under oil fill cap/dipstick. 5. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick) 2. Draining Oil Sump Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 I. See Figures 30 and 31. Spark Plug Connection 3. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick If your...
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...NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. Tighten securely. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. See Figure ...Figure 34. 13. Spark Plug Connection Figure 36. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 14. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 8. See Table 1 and "III. Afterward, continue reading instructions below the "ADD"...
...NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. Tighten securely. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. See Figure ...Figure 34. 13. Spark Plug Connection Figure 36. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 14. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 8. See Table 1 and "III. Afterward, continue reading instructions below the "ADD"...
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...fuel fill cap is on page 2. See Figure 41. 1. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 4. Figure 40. Oil Fill Cap/Plug If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. See Figures 38 and 39. Spark Plug Connection Figure 39. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5.... Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 2. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on the engine (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to the grounding post, if provided. Fuel Fill Cap NOTE Used oil ...
...fuel fill cap is on page 2. See Figure 41. 1. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection 4. Figure 40. Oil Fill Cap/Plug If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. See Figures 38 and 39. Spark Plug Connection Figure 39. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5.... Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 2. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on the engine (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to the grounding post, if provided. Fuel Fill Cap NOTE Used oil ...
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.... 11. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. 1 2 1. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Oil Fill Plug 9. Grounding Post Connection 2. ...into oil fill hole. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in oil carry-over to start engine. Spark Plug Connection Figure 44. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. 8. Add ...
.... 11. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. 1 2 1. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Oil Fill Plug 9. Grounding Post Connection 2. ...into oil fill hole. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in oil carry-over to start engine. Spark Plug Connection Figure 44. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. 8. Add ...
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...electrode gap with Deposits 4. See Figure 47. 5. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Your engine will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of the following air cleaners; Servicing Paper Filters" ...instructions for the air cleaner type that resembles your model. Air Intake Screen 3. Wash in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Page 18 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted ...
...electrode gap with Deposits 4. See Figure 47. 5. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Your engine will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of the following air cleaners; Servicing Paper Filters" ...instructions for the air cleaner type that resembles your model. Air Intake Screen 3. Wash in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Page 18 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted ...