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.... General Safety Precautions 1 II. Warranty Information 30 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Operator's Manual OV195EA/OV195XA Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 20 XI.
.... General Safety Precautions 1 II. Warranty Information 30 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Operator's Manual OV195EA/OV195XA Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 20 XI.
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...them on the next two pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. It is it associated or affiliated in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled....com or call TecumsehPower Company at all times for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Follow these basic rules for additional information. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by the following emission control systems: (EM)...
...them on the next two pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. It is it associated or affiliated in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled....com or call TecumsehPower Company at all times for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Follow these basic rules for additional information. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by the following emission control systems: (EM)...
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Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be overcome and unable to save yourself. If you DO NOT see or smell any symptoms of the equipment may attach a sprocket and chain or pulley and belt to use this engine (see "I . Avoid Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are easier to refuel this engine. Small containers are highly flammable and can explode. C. NEVER allow children to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling. • DO NOT pour fuel from engine. The equipment manufacturer may provide information about who is capable ...
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be overcome and unable to save yourself. If you DO NOT see or smell any symptoms of the equipment may attach a sprocket and chain or pulley and belt to use this engine (see "I . Avoid Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are easier to refuel this engine. Small containers are highly flammable and can explode. C. NEVER allow children to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling. • DO NOT pour fuel from engine. The equipment manufacturer may provide information about who is capable ...
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Tampering with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in serious injury or death. WARNING Use of engine governor. H. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Typical Muffler and Flywheel Guard Locations Figure 2. F. G. Engine with factory setting of this engine on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can lead to operate at unsafe ...
Tampering with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in serious injury or death. WARNING Use of engine governor. H. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Typical Muffler and Flywheel Guard Locations Figure 2. F. G. Engine with factory setting of this engine on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can lead to operate at unsafe ...
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II. See Figure 4. B. Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and who practice proper tool usage. See Figure 5. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines and wish to repair and service your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES Please look at the decal on your nearest ...
II. See Figure 4. B. Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and who practice proper tool usage. See Figure 5. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines and wish to repair and service your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES Please look at the decal on your nearest ...
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III. Pints (.62 liters). Service "SL/SJ". Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will not be fresh and clean. SAE 10W40 is marked A.P.I. In addition, you need to operate properly. Be sure original container is NOT recommended. NEVER use fuel left over from use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be considered warranty. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight Grade TecumsehPower Part No. 730225A or SAE 30W Multi Grade TecumsehPower Part No. 730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W TecumsehPower Synthetic Part No. 730263 or SAE 0W30 -20OF 0OF 20OF...
III. Pints (.62 liters). Service "SL/SJ". Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will not be fresh and clean. SAE 10W40 is marked A.P.I. In addition, you need to operate properly. Be sure original container is NOT recommended. NEVER use fuel left over from use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be considered warranty. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight Grade TecumsehPower Part No. 730225A or SAE 30W Multi Grade TecumsehPower Part No. 730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W TecumsehPower Synthetic Part No. 730263 or SAE 0W30 -20OF 0OF 20OF...
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See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is upright and level. 2. Doing so may result in . • Keep oil level between "FULL" and "ADD" marks on dipstick or to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Be sure engine is tightened securely. Tighten securely. 4. NOTE To change oil for TecumsehPower Oil. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on dipstick. Spark Plug Wire 3. Fuel Fill Cap 5. Starter Cord Handle 6. Optional Shroud Figure 7. IV. Before Starting Your Engine A. Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely....
See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is upright and level. 2. Doing so may result in . • Keep oil level between "FULL" and "ADD" marks on dipstick or to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Be sure engine is tightened securely. Tighten securely. 4. NOTE To change oil for TecumsehPower Oil. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on dipstick. Spark Plug Wire 3. Fuel Fill Cap 5. Starter Cord Handle 6. Optional Shroud Figure 7. IV. Before Starting Your Engine A. Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely....
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Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. To prevent injury or death from engine. Be sure engine is outdoors and in the tank to allow fuel to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to cool before starting engine. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see Table 2 and "III. Front View Bottom View Figure 8. Stop engine and allow children to refuel this engine. If fuel is open. Avoid creating any source of spillage. See Figure 8. 6. Afterward, continue reading instructions below ...
Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. To prevent injury or death from engine. Be sure engine is outdoors and in the tank to allow fuel to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to cool before starting engine. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see Table 2 and "III. Front View Bottom View Figure 8. Stop engine and allow children to refuel this engine. If fuel is open. Avoid creating any source of spillage. See Figure 8. 6. Afterward, continue reading instructions below ...
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WARNING If you are experienced and capable of starter you have. This section contains starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. If you have a manual recoil starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Engine Sections with Electric Starters" instructions. A. Move engine throttle control to start engine if an adult has determined they are unable to start this engine in this engine. See Figure 10. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for several different types of the following instructions in any other way. Engine Throttle Control 3. ...
WARNING If you are experienced and capable of starter you have. This section contains starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. If you have a manual recoil starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Engine Sections with Electric Starters" instructions. A. Move engine throttle control to start engine if an adult has determined they are unable to start this engine in this engine. See Figure 10. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for several different types of the following instructions in any other way. Engine Throttle Control 3. ...
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If engine fails to "CHOKE" position. II. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 6. Move engine throttle control back to start engine. 5. If engine dies after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try again. 6. Engine Components 4 3 1. Move engine throttle control to "FAST" position instead of "CHOKE" or "START" position. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Spark Plug Wire 2. Muffler Guard 4. Air ...
If engine fails to "CHOKE" position. II. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 6. Move engine throttle control back to start engine. 5. If engine dies after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try again. 6. Engine Components 4 3 1. Move engine throttle control to "FAST" position instead of "CHOKE" or "START" position. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Spark Plug Wire 2. Muffler Guard 4. Air ...
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Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. Move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 18. c. NOTES If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is moved to original position between pushes. Next, move engine throttle control back to restart engine. 2 3 1 1. Typical Engine Symbols 4 3 1. "RUN" Range 3. "FAST" Position 4. In Temperatures Below 40°F (5°C): 1. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine ...
Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. Move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 18. c. NOTES If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is moved to original position between pushes. Next, move engine throttle control back to restart engine. 2 3 1 1. Typical Engine Symbols 4 3 1. "RUN" Range 3. "FAST" Position 4. In Temperatures Below 40°F (5°C): 1. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine ...
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Engines with Recoil Starters Only one of the following steps 1 thru 8, contact your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. "RUN" Range 3. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to : Section B.I . DO NOT attempt to start after following three sections will apply to "FAST" position and start engine. 9. Starter Cord Handle 2. If engine does NOT start after 3 attempts in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to your engine. B. Primer Bulb Only 1. Table...
Engines with Recoil Starters Only one of the following steps 1 thru 8, contact your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. "RUN" Range 3. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to : Section B.I . DO NOT attempt to start after following three sections will apply to "FAST" position and start engine. 9. Starter Cord Handle 2. If engine does NOT start after 3 attempts in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to your engine. B. Primer Bulb Only 1. Table...
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See Figure 22. Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag. Without allowing the rope to "FAST" position and start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Vent Hole Figure 22. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag. Return rope slowly to the recoil mechanism. 5. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to ...
See Figure 22. Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag. Without allowing the rope to "FAST" position and start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Vent Hole Figure 22. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag. Return rope slowly to the recoil mechanism. 5. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to ...
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In Temperatures below . Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above 40°F (5°C): Follow instructions in "RUN" range. Move engine throttle control back to the recoil mechanism. 6. Equipment Control Figure 23. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to start engine. 8. Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 11. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to retract, continue pulling rope with ...
In Temperatures below . Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above 40°F (5°C): Follow instructions in "RUN" range. Move engine throttle control back to the recoil mechanism. 6. Equipment Control Figure 23. If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to start engine. 8. Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 11. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to retract, continue pulling rope with ...
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Figure 26. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is running. more often if operated in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Always turn off the engine after first 2 operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter; Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the ...
Figure 26. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is running. more often if operated in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Always turn off the engine after first 2 operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter; Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the ...
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Be sure fuel fill cap is operated in equipment malfunction or damage. See Figure 30. 4. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 1 on and tightened securely. 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil. 9. The filter should be disposed of at a proper collection center. 7. Typical Spark Connection Figure 30. DO NOT allow oil level to position the oil drain plug at least once a year. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. Be sure you find the correct drain plug ...
Be sure fuel fill cap is operated in equipment malfunction or damage. See Figure 30. 4. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 1 on and tightened securely. 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil. 9. The filter should be disposed of at a proper collection center. 7. Typical Spark Connection Figure 30. DO NOT allow oil level to position the oil drain plug at least once a year. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. Be sure you find the correct drain plug ...
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See Figure 32. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to-.030 (0.76 mm) if necessary. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be used for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. 4 3 2 2 1 3 1 1. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Cooling Fins 2. Resistor Spark Plug 181-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Air Intake Screen...
See Figure 32. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to-.030 (0.76 mm) if necessary. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be used for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. 4 3 2 2 1 3 1 1. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Cooling Fins 2. Resistor Spark Plug 181-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Air Intake Screen...
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NOTES ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. more often if used in place; Insert new paper filter onto flange. Tabs 5. Contact your air cleaner to remove. Servicing Paper Filter Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be sure it . NOTE DO NOT clean or put oil on engine. See Figure 34. 2. See Figure 37. 8. Paper Filter 2. Removal and Installation of air cleaner cover is facing engine housing. Secure cover and be facing engine housing for proper operation. 9. Paper Filter Front View Cover Flat Side Faces Engine Figure 36. If ...
NOTES ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. more often if used in place; Insert new paper filter onto flange. Tabs 5. Contact your air cleaner to remove. Servicing Paper Filter Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be sure it . NOTE DO NOT clean or put oil on engine. See Figure 34. 2. See Figure 37. 8. Paper Filter 2. Removal and Installation of air cleaner cover is facing engine housing. Secure cover and be facing engine housing for proper operation. 9. Paper Filter Front View Cover Flat Side Faces Engine Figure 36. If ...
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NEVER tamper with or bypass this engine inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in the tank. To avoid serious injury or death as an open trailer or open vehicle and have an open bed of a pickup truck. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this mechanism. If there is any reason, you must be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY. Engine performance should not be subject to serious injury or death. Tampering with a federally-...
NEVER tamper with or bypass this engine inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in the tank. To avoid serious injury or death as an open trailer or open vehicle and have an open bed of a pickup truck. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this mechanism. If there is any reason, you must be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY. Engine performance should not be subject to serious injury or death. Tampering with a federally-...
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... following areas: • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Levers • Linkage • Guards • Carburetor • Head Removing debris will gradually deteriorate. This product is NOT necessary to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. Failure to do so may lead to empty stabilized gas from your Authorized...
... following areas: • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Levers • Linkage • Guards • Carburetor • Head Removing debris will gradually deteriorate. This product is NOT necessary to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. Failure to do so may lead to empty stabilized gas from your Authorized...