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OV490EA (OHV140-180) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 10 VII. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-887-14 (English) 6/01/08 Safety Definitions ii I. Maintenance 10 VIII. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! How to Get Service 3 III. Starting Your Engine...
OV490EA (OHV140-180) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 10 VII. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-887-14 (English) 6/01/08 Safety Definitions ii I. Maintenance 10 VIII. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! How to Get Service 3 III. Starting Your Engine...
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...two pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. It is it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. TecumsehPower Contact Information For...emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-way Catalyst (if so equipped). NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-...
...two pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. It is it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. TecumsehPower Contact Information For...emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-way Catalyst (if so equipped). NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-...
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Failure to do so can explode. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Deadly levels of safely and responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it is running . • NEVER start or operate the engine with potential sources of such operation. • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are properly guarded, DO NOT use this engine is capable of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and unable to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are easier to refuel ...
Failure to do so can explode. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Deadly levels of safely and responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it is running . • NEVER start or operate the engine with potential sources of such operation. • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are properly guarded, DO NOT use this engine is capable of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and unable to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are easier to refuel ...
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Tampering with the governor setting can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Avoid Burns and Fire from spark plug. H. Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use in long dry grass or other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped. • To avoid severe burns on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to a runaway ...
Tampering with the governor setting can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Avoid Burns and Fire from spark plug. H. Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use in long dry grass or other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped. • To avoid severe burns on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to a runaway ...
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NOTES Please look at the decal on your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. If repair or service is responsible only for the engine used on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is needed for individuals who practice proper tool usage. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is intended for anything other than the engine, contact the service source ...
NOTES Please look at the decal on your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. If repair or service is responsible only for the engine used on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is needed for individuals who practice proper tool usage. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is intended for anything other than the engine, contact the service source ...
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For recommended engine oil, see Table 1. Service "SL/SJ". Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use and every 5 operating hours when engine is warm. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is 55 ounces or 3-7/16 U.S. DO NOT allow oil level to : • Check oil level before each use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Doing so may use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of oil to be fresh and clean. In addition, you need to operate properly. NOTES The oil sump capacity (including oil filter) is NOT ...
For recommended engine oil, see Table 1. Service "SL/SJ". Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use and every 5 operating hours when engine is warm. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is 55 ounces or 3-7/16 U.S. DO NOT allow oil level to : • Check oil level before each use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Doing so may use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of oil to be fresh and clean. In addition, you need to operate properly. NOTES The oil sump capacity (including oil filter) is NOT ...
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Note oil level. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 4. Tighten securely. 6. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are gone. 4 5 3 2 1 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 5. If fuel is below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to reach "FULL" level. Spark Plug Wire 4. If oil reading on dipstick is spilled DO NOT start engine. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. Move machine away from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Avoid creating ...
Note oil level. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 4. Tighten securely. 6. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are gone. 4 5 3 2 1 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 5. If fuel is below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to reach "FULL" level. Spark Plug Wire 4. If oil reading on dipstick is spilled DO NOT start engine. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. Move machine away from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Avoid creating ...
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To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine has: Combined Speed and Choke Control Independent Speed and Choke Controls Go to: Section A.I . Engines with spark plug removed. I Section A.II NOTES If engine starts, but does NOT continue to run, move combined control to start engine. 6. Push starter button or turn key to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. When engine starts: a. b. Figure 8. c. If engine dies after a short shutdown, move combined control to start engine. Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-...
To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine has: Combined Speed and Choke Control Independent Speed and Choke Controls Go to: Section A.I . Engines with spark plug removed. I Section A.II NOTES If engine starts, but does NOT continue to run, move combined control to start engine. 6. Push starter button or turn key to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. When engine starts: a. b. Figure 8. c. If engine dies after a short shutdown, move combined control to start engine. Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-...
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To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is moved to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. Independent Speed and Choke Controls NOTES DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Next, move independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position and start after 3 attempts in a well-ventilated area. 2. b. If engine fails to start engine. 8. See Figure 12. Finally, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. 5. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. Choke Control Speed Control Figure 10. If engine does NOT start ...
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is moved to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. Independent Speed and Choke Controls NOTES DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Next, move independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position and start after 3 attempts in a well-ventilated area. 2. b. If engine fails to start engine. 8. See Figure 12. Finally, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. 5. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. Choke Control Speed Control Figure 10. If engine does NOT start ...
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B. Combined Speed and Choke Control 1. See Figures 13 and 14. c. Return rope slowly to desired speed in "RUN" range. Finally, move combined control to original position. Recoil Starter 5. If engine does NOT start after 3 pulls repeat steps 2 thru 3. 4. Engines with Recoil Starters If you feel drag. Table 4. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following two sections will apply to "FAST" instead of the following steps 1 thru 6, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid this engine in the steps above avoids potential damage to start ...
B. Combined Speed and Choke Control 1. See Figures 13 and 14. c. Return rope slowly to desired speed in "RUN" range. Finally, move combined control to original position. Recoil Starter 5. If engine does NOT start after 3 pulls repeat steps 2 thru 3. 4. Engines with Recoil Starters If you feel drag. Table 4. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following two sections will apply to "FAST" instead of the following steps 1 thru 6, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid this engine in the steps above avoids potential damage to start ...
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To avoid this engine in a well-ventilated area. 2. Without allowing the rope to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTE Following the instructions listed in the "NO CHOKE" position, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. Finally, move independent choke control back to start after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Independent Speed and Choke Controls 12 3 1. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. "FULL CHOKE" Position Figure 18. Engine Mounted Choke Lever 8. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE...
To avoid this engine in a well-ventilated area. 2. Without allowing the rope to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTE Following the instructions listed in the "NO CHOKE" position, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. Finally, move independent choke control back to start after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Independent Speed and Choke Controls 12 3 1. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. "FULL CHOKE" Position Figure 18. Engine Mounted Choke Lever 8. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE...
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Failure to do so may lead to start engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of an engine, especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is important to: • Check oil level before attempting to an explosion resulting in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is warm. See "A. Engine should perform maintenance on page 2. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if present. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 19. 2....
Failure to do so may lead to start engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of an engine, especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is important to: • Check oil level before attempting to an explosion resulting in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is warm. See "A. Engine should perform maintenance on page 2. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if present. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 19. 2....
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See Figure 21. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12. See Figure 22. 1. Inspect filter(s) for replacement. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is present, see "III. Levers and Linkage 3. Linkage and Lever Bending 2 3 NOTE A resistor spark plug must be taken to -.030 in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Porcelain 181-887-14 Figure 23. Spark Plug Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 NOTES Before removing air cleaner cover, see "I. Afterward, continue reading ...
See Figure 21. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12. See Figure 22. 1. Inspect filter(s) for replacement. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is present, see "III. Levers and Linkage 3. Linkage and Lever Bending 2 3 NOTE A resistor spark plug must be taken to -.030 in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Porcelain 181-887-14 Figure 23. Spark Plug Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 NOTES Before removing air cleaner cover, see "I. Afterward, continue reading ...
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If either is removed. 2. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. Contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Rinse thoroughly until water is present, see "I. NOTE DO NOT oil foam pre-filter. 4. II. Remove wing nuts from air cleaner cover. Install foam pre-filter (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 7. E. Engine performance should not be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; For operation at an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. Clean daily if used...
If either is removed. 2. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. Contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Rinse thoroughly until water is present, see "I. NOTE DO NOT oil foam pre-filter. 4. II. Remove wing nuts from air cleaner cover. Install foam pre-filter (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 7. E. Engine performance should not be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; For operation at an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. Clean daily if used...
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Empty fuel tank by mouth. Fuel Storage ! NOTES If engine fuel stored in the engine's gas tank without gasoline stabilizer it is to be stored for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 14. 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Also, if it is stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas container is likely that your carburetor will have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and will VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Extended Storage" ...
Empty fuel tank by mouth. Fuel Storage ! NOTES If engine fuel stored in the engine's gas tank without gasoline stabilizer it is to be stored for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 14. 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 Also, if it is stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas container is likely that your carburetor will have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and will VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Extended Storage" ...
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This product is available from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. IV. Fuel Treatment 1. See "I . Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Afterward, continue reading ...
This product is available from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. IV. Fuel Treatment 1. See "I . Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Afterward, continue reading ...
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III. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug X. For example, it away from spark plug. See Figures 25 and 26. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug hole when starter rope is equipped with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. 2. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from spraying from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. Pull out ...
III. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug X. For example, it away from spark plug. See Figures 25 and 26. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug hole when starter rope is equipped with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. 2. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from spraying from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. Pull out ...
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Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is Warm 1. Table 5. XI. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. If you are unable to extend the life of the most important things that you can do to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your TecumsehPower engine. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Check Oil Level Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Cooling Fins Every ...
Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is Warm 1. Table 5. XI. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. If you are unable to extend the life of the most important things that you can do to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your TecumsehPower engine. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Check Oil Level Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Cooling Fins Every ...
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..., at the time of sale, to engines with the transportation of any engine or any charges for making service calls and/or for transporting the products to original purchasers of the Operator's Manual, enclosed with respect to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. Also included may deny you for presenting...
..., at the time of sale, to engines with the transportation of any engine or any charges for making service calls and/or for transporting the products to original purchasers of the Operator's Manual, enclosed with respect to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. Also included may deny you for presenting...
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Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for any such part fails during the ECS Warranty Period, will be warranted for that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled only for regular inspection as required maintenance in the performance of any warranted parts of any time during the ECS Warranty Period, it shall be charged for diagnostic labor which are not scheduled for disallowing an ECS Warranty ...
Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for any such part fails during the ECS Warranty Period, will be warranted for that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled only for regular inspection as required maintenance in the performance of any warranted parts of any time during the ECS Warranty Period, it shall be charged for diagnostic labor which are not scheduled for disallowing an ECS Warranty ...