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... Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 13 XI. How to Get Service 3 III. Nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer Location 181-1277-14 (English) 1/01/08 Starting Your Engine 6 VI. Maintenance 8 VIII. Transporting Your Engine 11 IX. TecumsehPower Operator's Manual TM049XA Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Maintenance...
... Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 13 XI. How to Get Service 3 III. Nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer Location 181-1277-14 (English) 1/01/08 Starting Your Engine 6 VI. Maintenance 8 VIII. Transporting Your Engine 11 IX. TecumsehPower Operator's Manual TM049XA Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Maintenance...
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... pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. Before operating this Operator's Manual. Safety Definitions Statements in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1277-14 CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which are certified to...
... pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment. Before operating this Operator's Manual. Safety Definitions Statements in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1277-14 CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which are certified to...
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... are highly flammable and can linger for hours or days in containers with fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to refuel this engine. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation. • To avoid unsupervised operation of...
... are highly flammable and can linger for hours or days in containers with fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to refuel this engine. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation. • To avoid unsupervised operation of...
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... Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. DO NOT operate, idle or park the engine application in . Yellow Compression Relief Valve Figure 3. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 2. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including...
... Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. DO NOT operate, idle or park the engine application in . Yellow Compression Relief Valve Figure 3. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. ! Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 2. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including...
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... is available from your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. TM049XA 3101G (B) 1067G ENGINE MODEL: SPEC: D.O.M.: SAMPLE Figure 4. How to repair and service your engine. To determine the life period specification for future reference. Engine Identification Decal ® TECUMSEH IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION 2100 SAMPLE TECUMSEH POWER COMPANY DISP-49CC ENGINE FAMILY - 3 TPXS.0494EA THIS ENGINE MEETS USE EPA PHII EMISSIONS REGS...
... is available from your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. TM049XA 3101G (B) 1067G ENGINE MODEL: SPEC: D.O.M.: SAMPLE Figure 4. How to repair and service your engine. To determine the life period specification for future reference. Engine Identification Decal ® TECUMSEH IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION 2100 SAMPLE TECUMSEH POWER COMPANY DISP-49CC ENGINE FAMILY - 3 TPXS.0494EA THIS ENGINE MEETS USE EPA PHII EMISSIONS REGS...
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..., other applications. See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 3. Shake container vigorously. 6. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for all other than those listed in Tecumseh engines. Tecumseh synthetic and special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. NOTES...
..., other applications. See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 3. Shake container vigorously. 6. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for all other than those listed in Tecumseh engines. Tecumseh synthetic and special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. NOTES...
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...machine away from area of debris. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement fuel fill cap. C. Muffler 2. Spark Plug Cap 10. Optional ON/OFF Switch 8. B. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An... 8. 5 2 3 4 1 10 9 8 7 6 1. Muffler Guard 3. Starter Cord Handle 4. Fuel Tank 5. Fuel Fill Cap 6. Yellow Compression Relief Valve 9. Engine Model TM049XA I + Figure 8. Optional Air Vents 181-1277-14 Figure 9. Optional ON/OFF Switch Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5
...machine away from area of debris. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement fuel fill cap. C. Muffler 2. Spark Plug Cap 10. Optional ON/OFF Switch 8. B. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An... 8. 5 2 3 4 1 10 9 8 7 6 1. Muffler Guard 3. Starter Cord Handle 4. Fuel Tank 5. Fuel Fill Cap 6. Yellow Compression Relief Valve 9. Engine Model TM049XA I + Figure 8. Optional Air Vents 181-1277-14 Figure 9. Optional ON/OFF Switch Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5
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V. Only allow children to start engine if an adult has determined they are unable to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. For example: • DO NOT use starting fluid. • DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or onto air cleaner.... • DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter...
V. Only allow children to start engine if an adult has determined they are unable to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. For example: • DO NOT use starting fluid. • DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or onto air cleaner.... • DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter...
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... pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. b. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 9, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Full Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3. Pull rope out slowly until engine runs smoothly. Momentarily move choke control back to "NO CHOKE..." position. NOTES If engine starts but does not continue to run, move control to...
... pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. b. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 9, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Full Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3. Pull rope out slowly until engine runs smoothly. Momentarily move choke control back to "NO CHOKE..." position. NOTES If engine starts but does not continue to run, move control to...
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...See Figure 17. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Always turn off all engine switches. See Figure 18. • Turn off the engine after use and remove ignition key, if provided. 1. See Figure 15. • Remove ignition key, if provided.... Switch in yellow compression relief valve FIRST. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage Stop engine according to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation. WARNING NEVER store the...
...See Figure 17. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Always turn off all engine switches. See Figure 18. • Turn off the engine after use and remove ignition key, if provided. 1. See Figure 15. • Remove ignition key, if provided.... Switch in yellow compression relief valve FIRST. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage Stop engine according to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation. WARNING NEVER store the...
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... the risk of operation. B. Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 50 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. 2 1 I 3 3 + 4 5 6 1. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Air Inlets 2. Muffler Guard 5. Debris ...Electrodes 3. A. trodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Figure 20. 5. Air Vent 4. Porcelain Figure 20. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Check electrode gap with deposits...
... the risk of operation. B. Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 50 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. 2 1 I 3 3 + 4 5 6 1. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Air Inlets 2. Muffler Guard 5. Debris ...Electrodes 3. A. trodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Figure 20. 5. Air Vent 4. Porcelain Figure 20. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Check electrode gap with deposits...
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.... 12. After removing the filter, follow these cleaning instructions below: 1. Wash in clear water. Carburetor If you think your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for proper battery storage, if present. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on a flocked screen. 7. I . Servicing Flocked Screens" instructions. 8. Install foam filter. 10. Servicing Flocked Screens 1. NOTE...
.... 12. After removing the filter, follow these cleaning instructions below: 1. Wash in clear water. Carburetor If you think your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for proper battery storage, if present. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on a flocked screen. 7. I . Servicing Flocked Screens" instructions. 8. Install foam filter. 10. Servicing Flocked Screens 1. NOTE...
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... result in an explosion and result in fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is any gasoline in the engine's gas tank without gasoline stabilizer for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer, it is likely that your carburetor will have gum deposits... in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in enclosed areas. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it will facilitate adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of a pickup truck. If you do so may ignite. IX...
... result in an explosion and result in fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is any gasoline in the engine's gas tank without gasoline stabilizer for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer, it is likely that your carburetor will have gum deposits... in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in enclosed areas. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it will facilitate adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of a pickup truck. If you do so may ignite. IX...
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... of ignition such as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. B. Extended Storage I. This product is consumed. WARNING NEVER store the engine with fuel in the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you have prepared your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Extended Storage" instructions. Draining Fuel NOTES Clean debris from...
... of ignition such as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. B. Extended Storage I. This product is consumed. WARNING NEVER store the engine with fuel in the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you have prepared your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Extended Storage" instructions. Draining Fuel NOTES Clean debris from...
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...plug. 7. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 23. In some cases the muffler may require use or operate engine on your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". Cover spark plug hole with rag to the grounding post, if provided. • ...Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with electric starters proceed to Step 5. If your engine. See Figure 22. • Keep...
...plug. 7. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 23. In some cases the muffler may require use or operate engine on your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". Cover spark plug hole with rag to the grounding post, if provided. • ...Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with electric starters proceed to Step 5. If your engine. See Figure 22. • Keep...
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... Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to locate your Tecumseh Engine. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Replace Flocked Screen Replace Spark Plug Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports 5 hrs...Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Page 14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1277-14 ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed. Table 4. or seasonally First Scheduled Maintenance...
... Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to locate your Tecumseh Engine. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Replace Flocked Screen Replace Spark Plug Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports 5 hrs...Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Page 14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1277-14 ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed. Table 4. or seasonally First Scheduled Maintenance...
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... 50 Hours or Seasonally 1. Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that the engine be taken to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance 1. Replace Flocked Screen...
... 50 Hours or Seasonally 1. Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that the engine be taken to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance 1. Replace Flocked Screen...
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... Air Resources Board ("CARB") and Tecumseh Power Company are responsible for transporting the products to a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any damage or loss incurred in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402]. EPA regulations for two years. The Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules ("Tecumseh Power Company Warranty") are also warranted...
... Air Resources Board ("CARB") and Tecumseh Power Company are responsible for transporting the products to a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any damage or loss incurred in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402]. EPA regulations for two years. The Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules ("Tecumseh Power Company Warranty") are also warranted...
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...components: a) Spark plug b) Ignition module c) Flywheel assembly 4. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to modify or repair a Tecumseh Power Company engine. Exhaust System including components: a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped) b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped) c) Exhaust manifold...Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26 of a Tecumseh Power Company engine caused by the ECS Warranty is performed at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet. 6. C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSIONRELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS: 1. Any warranted, emissions-related part ...
...components: a) Spark plug b) Ignition module c) Flywheel assembly 4. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to modify or repair a Tecumseh Power Company engine. Exhaust System including components: a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped) b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped) c) Exhaust manifold...Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26 of a Tecumseh Power Company engine caused by the ECS Warranty is performed at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet. 6. C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSIONRELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS: 1. Any warranted, emissions-related part ...
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...The seller or dealer of a Tecumseh Product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to make any representations or promises on behalf of Tecumseh or to assume for Member States of the European Union. At the time warranty service is your engine can be presented of the date ... terms of this product contains chemicals known to the State of the product, or failure to be paid for transporting any Tecumseh product or parts. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S) THEREOF...
...The seller or dealer of a Tecumseh Product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to make any representations or promises on behalf of Tecumseh or to assume for Member States of the European Union. At the time warranty service is your engine can be presented of the date ... terms of this product contains chemicals known to the State of the product, or failure to be paid for transporting any Tecumseh product or parts. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S) THEREOF...