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... I. Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Maintenance Intervals 18 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Transporting Your Engine 15 IX. Storing your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-630-14 (English) 6/01/08 Maintenance 12 VIII. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Operator's Manual LH318XA (HM80-100) LH358EA/LH358XA Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
... I. Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Maintenance Intervals 18 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Transporting Your Engine 15 IX. Storing your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-630-14 (English) 6/01/08 Maintenance 12 VIII. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Operator's Manual LH318XA (HM80-100) LH358EA/LH358XA Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
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... or property damage. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. IMPORTANT NOTICE! It is it is placed in this Operator's Manual. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which are of Tecumseh Products Company and are certified to read this manual, contact your responsibility to operate on the next two pages and wear the appropriate...
... or property damage. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. IMPORTANT NOTICE! It is it is placed in this Operator's Manual. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which are of Tecumseh Products Company and are certified to read this manual, contact your responsibility to operate on the next two pages and wear the appropriate...
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... page 2. See "G. Maintenance" instructions on page 2. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on this engine is allowed to save yourself. Only allow children to start or operate the engine with fuel in a well-ventilated area. • DO NOT smoke while refueling tank. • Use only an...
... page 2. See "G. Maintenance" instructions on page 2. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on this engine is allowed to save yourself. Only allow children to start or operate the engine with fuel in a well-ventilated area. • DO NOT smoke while refueling tank. • Use only an...
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....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 operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with factory setting of fire keep...
....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 operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with factory setting of fire keep...
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... Figure 6. II. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines and wish to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in the spaces provided for individuals...
... Figure 6. II. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines and wish to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in the spaces provided for individuals...
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Oil and Fuel Specifications A. NOTE Damage and/or performance problems that occur from last season or stored for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may result in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Service "SL/SJ". Engine Oil Level IV. Checking Oil Level To...
Oil and Fuel Specifications A. NOTE Damage and/or performance problems that occur from last season or stored for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may result in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Service "SL/SJ". Engine Oil Level IV. Checking Oil Level To...
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...; Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 This rocker switch is used to shut off . Low Oil Shutdown Switch Some engines are equipped with an optional Low Oil Shutdown Switch. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Pressing the "OFF" position will not start . Engine Stop Switch Some engines are...
...; Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 This rocker switch is used to shut off . Low Oil Shutdown Switch Some engines are equipped with an optional Low Oil Shutdown Switch. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Pressing the "OFF" position will not start . Engine Stop Switch Some engines are...
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... from engine. NOTE For recommended fuel, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is added, the light will flash as the engine rotates, and the engine will start the engine before oil is open. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel...
... from engine. NOTE For recommended fuel, see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is added, the light will flash as the engine rotates, and the engine will start the engine before oil is open. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel...
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... smooth and efficient engine operation, the inlet air scoop must be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES If the engine is not equipped with a CLIMATE GUARD air cleaner, a CLIMATE GUARD Conversion Kit is equipped with an optional Climate Guard Air Cleaner or Climate Guard. Lift the cover of the air cleaner. 2. Replace the cover. 5. See Figure 15. See...
... smooth and efficient engine operation, the inlet air scoop must be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NOTES If the engine is not equipped with a CLIMATE GUARD air cleaner, a CLIMATE GUARD Conversion Kit is equipped with an optional Climate Guard Air Cleaner or Climate Guard. Lift the cover of the air cleaner. 2. Replace the cover. 5. See Figure 15. See...
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... turn ignition switch key (see "A. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following instructions in this engine in a well-ventilated area. 2. Move engine speed control to "FAST" position and set choke control to start engine. Low Oil Shutdown Switch STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 18. For example: • DO NOT use starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Engines with spark plug removed...
... turn ignition switch key (see "A. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following instructions in this engine in a well-ventilated area. 2. Move engine speed control to "FAST" position and set choke control to start engine. Low Oil Shutdown Switch STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 18. For example: • DO NOT use starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Engines with spark plug removed...
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... disconnected spark plug wire securely away from recent use and remove ignition key, if provided. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use . 1. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Always turn off the engine after first 2 operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter; Maintenance WARNING...
... disconnected spark plug wire securely away from recent use and remove ignition key, if provided. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use . 1. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Always turn off the engine after first 2 operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter; Maintenance WARNING...
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... be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Wash in extremely dusty conditions. Flywheel Guard Figure 30. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter. Install spark plug and tighten securely. NOTE Contact your engine. Replace spark plug if porcelain is removed. 2. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be cleaned or replaced. Air Intake Screen 3. Your air cleaner periodically needs to determine the type...
... be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Wash in extremely dusty conditions. Flywheel Guard Figure 30. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter. Install spark plug and tighten securely. NOTE Contact your engine. Replace spark plug if porcelain is removed. 2. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be cleaned or replaced. Air Intake Screen 3. Your air cleaner periodically needs to determine the type...
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...-Filter 4. Remove wing nut. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 6. III. Filter Removal/Installation 1. Inspect filters for most conditions. Install paper filter element onto body. 8. Alternator (Optional) For alternator related electrical problems such as: • Inoperative Starter • Discharged Battery • Fuse Replacement • Alternator Maintenance/Repairs See your equipment manufacturer's instructions and an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Tampering with factory setting of base and cover thoroughly. 7. H. Paper Filter 5. Air...
...-Filter 4. Remove wing nut. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 6. III. Filter Removal/Installation 1. Inspect filters for most conditions. Install paper filter element onto body. 8. Alternator (Optional) For alternator related electrical problems such as: • Inoperative Starter • Discharged Battery • Fuse Replacement • Alternator Maintenance/Repairs See your equipment manufacturer's instructions and an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Tampering with factory setting of base and cover thoroughly. 7. H. Paper Filter 5. Air...
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...Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container, being careful to an explosion resulting in the fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any gasoline in an open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY...Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Run the engine until remaining fuel is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer, it for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. If you DO NOT have an open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
...Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container, being careful to an explosion resulting in the fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any gasoline in an open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY...Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Run the engine until remaining fuel is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer, it for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. If you DO NOT have an open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
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... store engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with a battery. See "I . Clean Engine" instructions on page 15. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Oil Cylinder Bore" instructions on page 12. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 17. III. It is running ... using ULTRA-FRESH™ Gasoline Stabilizer as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may result in enclosed areas. 3. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in death or serious injury. This product...
... store engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with a battery. See "I . Clean Engine" instructions on page 15. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Oil Cylinder Bore" instructions on page 12. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 17. III. It is running ... using ULTRA-FRESH™ Gasoline Stabilizer as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may result in enclosed areas. 3. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in death or serious injury. This product...
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... arrester cover that reads "Screen Type 36085". For engines equipped with rag to be installed. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to Step 6. 5. Figure 34. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see...
... arrester cover that reads "Screen Type 36085". For engines equipped with rag to be installed. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to Step 6. 5. Figure 34. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see...
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... Warm 1. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. Table 3. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use 1. See Table 3. 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...
... Warm 1. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. Table 3. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use 1. See Table 3. 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...
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.... Warranty service can only be different for small non-road engines. The TecumsehPower Company Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules ("TecumsehPower Company Warranty") are responsible for two years as the carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system, exhaust system, crankcase breather assembly and, the evaporative control system. If you have any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work...
.... Warranty service can only be different for small non-road engines. The TecumsehPower Company Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules ("TecumsehPower Company Warranty") are responsible for two years as the carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system, exhaust system, crankcase breather assembly and, the evaporative control system. If you have any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work...
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... used to Subsection 4 below . Such use of an emission-related part covered by a failure under this ECS Warranty and shall be repaired or replaced by the ECS Warranty is : 1. TecumsehPower Company shall not be used in the Operator's Manual, shall be provided without charge to its small off-road engines is in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code...
... used to Subsection 4 below . Such use of an emission-related part covered by a failure under this ECS Warranty and shall be repaired or replaced by the ECS Warranty is : 1. TecumsehPower Company shall not be used in the Operator's Manual, shall be provided without charge to its small off-road engines is in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code...
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.... The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of this product contains chemicals known to the State of its affiliates makes any way. "CONSUMER USE" (4) "COMMERCIAL USE" (5) Warranty Category (6) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (H) (K) (7) (M) (7) Within U.S.A. Consumers may be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition. (4) For purposes of service items which vary from this warranty policy, "consumer use" shall mean consumer's personal...
.... The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of this product contains chemicals known to the State of its affiliates makes any way. "CONSUMER USE" (4) "COMMERCIAL USE" (5) Warranty Category (6) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (H) (K) (7) (M) (7) Within U.S.A. Consumers may be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition. (4) For purposes of service items which vary from this warranty policy, "consumer use" shall mean consumer's personal...