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... LOG ON! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Engine 15 X. How to Get Service 3 III. Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 17 XI. Maintenance Intervals 18 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Starting Your Engine 8 VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12...
... LOG ON! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Engine 15 X. How to Get Service 3 III. Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 17 XI. Maintenance Intervals 18 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Starting Your Engine 8 VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 12...
Operator Manual
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...; Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Follow these basic rules for your personal safety: • Keep this manual handy at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. It is placed in this engine it is it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. Find...
...; Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Follow these basic rules for your personal safety: • Keep this manual handy at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. It is placed in this engine it is it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. Find...
Operator Manual
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... should perform maintenance on this engine (see equipment manufacturer's manual). See "G. I . To prevent serious injury or death from Rotating Parts NEVER operate the engine with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to use this engine. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 2. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 A. The...
... should perform maintenance on this engine (see equipment manufacturer's manual). See "G. I . To prevent serious injury or death from Rotating Parts NEVER operate the engine with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to use this engine. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 2. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 A. The...
Operator Manual
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... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Avoid Burns and Fire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Figure 1. See Figures 3 and 4. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. E. WARNING Use of engine...
... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-630-14 Avoid Burns and Fire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Figure 1. See Figures 3 and 4. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. E. WARNING Use of engine...
Operator Manual
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... decal also includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of manufacture (DOM). This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is needed for future reference. TecumsehPower...
... decal also includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of manufacture (DOM). This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is needed for future reference. TecumsehPower...
Operator Manual
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... the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to be fresh and clean. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. In addition, you need to : • Check oil level before each use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. Service "SL/SJ". Oil and Fuel Specifications A. B. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight Grade TecumsehPower Part...
... the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to be fresh and clean. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. In addition, you need to : • Check oil level before each use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. Service "SL/SJ". Oil and Fuel Specifications A. B. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight Grade TecumsehPower Part...
Operator Manual
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... • Air-Cooled Page 5 Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Spark Plug Wire 2. Spark Plug Cap 3. Be sure engine is below . 5. Note oil level. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely. 6. Engine Stop Switch Some engines are equipped with an optional Stop Switch. This is made to start the engine before the engine will turn the engine...
... • Air-Cooled Page 5 Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Spark Plug Wire 2. Spark Plug Cap 3. Be sure engine is below . 5. Note oil level. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely. 6. Engine Stop Switch Some engines are equipped with an optional Stop Switch. This is made to start the engine before the engine will turn the engine...
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... are gone. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 2 on page 7. 5 4 6 7 3 8 2 1 9 1. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Move machine away from engine. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with an optional Low Oil Shutdown System that does not have a rocker switch or a light. See...
... are gone. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions and Table 2 on page 7. 5 4 6 7 3 8 2 1 9 1. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Move machine away from engine. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with an optional Low Oil Shutdown System that does not have a rocker switch or a light. See...
Operator Manual
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... the cover of the air cleaner. 2. See Figure 14. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s) Fuel Tank Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Fuel Valve "OPEN" Position Shown Figure 13. If the engine is available at the muffler. Winter Application In temperatures below 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop should be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer...
... the cover of the air cleaner. 2. See Figure 14. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s) Fuel Tank Turn Valve Clockwise To "OFF" Position Fuel Valve "OPEN" Position Shown Figure 13. If the engine is available at the muffler. Winter Application In temperatures below 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop should be pointed directly at any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer...
Operator Manual
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.... Engine Stop Switch 1 3 2 1. Lighted Switch Figure 17. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to "ON" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). For example: • DO NOT use starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Engines with Electric Starters 1. Engines with Electric Starters" instructions below. "ON" Position 2. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite. If you have a manual recoil...
.... Engine Stop Switch 1 3 2 1. Lighted Switch Figure 17. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to "ON" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). For example: • DO NOT use starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. Engines with Electric Starters 1. Engines with Electric Starters" instructions below. "ON" Position 2. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite. If you have a manual recoil...
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... instructions below . 9. Oil Fill Cap with recommended oil. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil. Fill with Long Dipstick 4. Maintenance WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should still be disposed of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
... instructions below . 9. Oil Fill Cap with recommended oil. Clean area around oil drain plug. 5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil. Fill with Long Dipstick 4. Maintenance WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should still be disposed of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
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... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Rinse thoroughly until all dirt is clear. 3. Muffler Guard 4. Cooling Fins 5. Resistor Spark Plug NOTE DO NOT oil foam pre-filter. 4. Follow the instructions next to be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Servicing Foam Filters Clean foam pre-filter every 3 months or...
... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning instructions below . Rinse thoroughly until all dirt is clear. 3. Muffler Guard 4. Cooling Fins 5. Resistor Spark Plug NOTE DO NOT oil foam pre-filter. 4. Follow the instructions next to be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Servicing Foam Filters Clean foam pre-filter every 3 months or...
Operator Manual
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... Servicing Dealer. 5 4 1. Clean inside of paper filter. 4. Cover 3. Body Figure 33. Install cover over paper element. 9. Paper Filter 5. Filter Removal/Installation 1. F. NEVER tamper with the governor setting can be affected at altitudes up to operate at unsafe speeds. 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...
... Servicing Dealer. 5 4 1. Clean inside of paper filter. 4. Cover 3. Body Figure 33. Install cover over paper element. 9. Paper Filter 5. Filter Removal/Installation 1. F. NEVER tamper with the governor setting can be affected at altitudes up to operate at unsafe speeds. 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...
Operator Manual
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...WARRANTY. IX. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 16. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...open bed of fire. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as an open trailer or open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors... Remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from engine or siphon fuel by using a commercially ...
...WARRANTY. IX. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover and/or blower housing. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 16. 181-630-14 Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...open bed of fire. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as an open trailer or open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors... Remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from engine or siphon fuel by using a commercially ...
Operator Manual
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... you can empty the fuel tank as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. See "A. Run the engine while waiting until it stops from carburetor. III. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in death or serious injury. Extended Storage I . See "IV. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 12.
... you can empty the fuel tank as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. See "A. Run the engine while waiting until it stops from carburetor. III. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in death or serious injury. Extended Storage I . See "IV. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 12.
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... TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Remove spark plug. 3. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of a spark arrester to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 35. Oil Cylinder Bore WARNING When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel may need to be replaced to allow the spark arrester to Step 6. 5. Cover spark plug hole with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to start engine. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. IV...
... TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Remove spark plug. 3. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of a spark arrester to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 35. Oil Cylinder Bore WARNING When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel may need to be replaced to allow the spark arrester to Step 6. 5. Cover spark plug hole with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to start engine. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. IV...
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... Use 1. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is Warm 1. Clean Cooling Fins Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Every 25 Hours or 3 Months 1. Change Oil 2. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. 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...
... Use 1. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is Warm 1. Clean Cooling Fins Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/Dealer Every 25 Hours or 3 Months 1. Change Oil 2. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. 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...
Operator Manual
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... all new TecumsehPower engines. Your emission control system may include parts such as hereinafter noted. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will not deny warranty solely due to the original purchaser. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off -road engine. Warranty service can only be designed, built and equipped, at no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of the Operator's Manual...
... all new TecumsehPower engines. Your emission control system may include parts such as hereinafter noted. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will not deny warranty solely due to the original purchaser. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off -road engine. Warranty service can only be designed, built and equipped, at no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of the Operator's Manual...
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...) 5. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is scheduled only for regular inspection as described in the Operator's Manual, shall be warranted for certification. C. If the part fails prior to the owner. Such use purchaser, and shall continue for any remainder of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair and will cause a warranted emissions-related part to fail to be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company...
...) 5. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is scheduled only for regular inspection as described in the Operator's Manual, shall be warranted for certification. C. If the part fails prior to the owner. Such use purchaser, and shall continue for any remainder of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair and will cause a warranted emissions-related part to fail to be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company...
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... and/or warranty work . This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used on any representations or promises on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto. "CONSUMER USE" (4) "COMMERCIAL USE" (5) Warranty Category (6) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (H) (K) (7) (M) (7) Within U.S.A. and Canada No Warranty 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 2 'n 10 (3) 1 Year Outside U.S.A. One letter in competitive racing and/or used to power any vehicle in the engine model number will be...
... and/or warranty work . This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used on any representations or promises on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto. "CONSUMER USE" (4) "COMMERCIAL USE" (5) Warranty Category (6) (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (H) (K) (7) (M) (7) Within U.S.A. and Canada No Warranty 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 2 'n 10 (3) 1 Year Outside U.S.A. One letter in competitive racing and/or used to power any vehicle in the engine model number will be...