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... Definitions ii I. Oil and Fuel Specifications 3 IV. Starting Your Engine 6 VI. How to Get Service 3 III. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 13 XI. TecumsehPower LV148SA (VSK90) Operator's Manual Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE!
... Definitions ii I. Oil and Fuel Specifications 3 IV. Starting Your Engine 6 VI. How to Get Service 3 III. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 13 XI. TecumsehPower LV148SA (VSK90) Operator's Manual Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE!
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...; and the DESIGN (Native American Head logo) are registered trademarks of Tecumseh Products Company and are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it is placed in death or serious injury. NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
...; and the DESIGN (Native American Head logo) are registered trademarks of Tecumseh Products Company and are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it is placed in death or serious injury. NOTE Refers to comply with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled...
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...refueling. • NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in serious injury or death. Maintenance" instructions on page 12. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine ... fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. To empty fuel tank see equipment manufacturer's manual). Draining Fuel" instructions on page 9. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to use this engine. Stay Away from ...
...refueling. • NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in serious injury or death. Maintenance" instructions on page 12. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine ... fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. To empty fuel tank see equipment manufacturer's manual). Draining Fuel" instructions on page 9. Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to use this engine. Stay Away from ...
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... for additional information. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including grass and leaves, away from spark plug. Grounding Post 2. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine. E. Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug...
... for additional information. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including grass and leaves, away from spark plug. Grounding Post 2. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engine. E. Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug...
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..., repairs or warranty service not covered in the spaces provided for your engine, please look at the decal on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Figure 5. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. NOTES Be sure original container..., high quality, detergent oil. Find them on your engine. A. Please look on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power Company at your decal. The engine identification decal also includes engine life specifications for anything other than the engine, contact the ...
..., repairs or warranty service not covered in the spaces provided for your engine, please look at the decal on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Figure 5. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. NOTES Be sure original container..., high quality, detergent oil. Find them on your engine. A. Please look on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power Company at your decal. The engine identification decal also includes engine life specifications for anything other than the engine, contact the ...
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... 1 10 1. Start Cord Handle 5. You may use gasoline containing the following components identified in oil carry-over from last season or stored for Tecumseh Oil. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to the air cleaner and equipment malfunction or damage. Tighten securely. 4. Doing so...remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Filling Oil Sump Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick 1. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with fuel. • DO NOT use leaded fuel. • Fuel ...
... 1 10 1. Start Cord Handle 5. You may use gasoline containing the following components identified in oil carry-over from last season or stored for Tecumseh Oil. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to the air cleaner and equipment malfunction or damage. Tighten securely. 4. Doing so...remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. Filling Oil Sump Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick 1. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with fuel. • DO NOT use leaded fuel. • Fuel ...
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Be sure engine is in a well-ventilated area. 3. See Figure 7. 4. Avoid creating any source of spillage. Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Be sure ignition switch on engine or equipment is outdoors and in "ON", "RUN" or "START" position. 2. See Figure ...
Be sure engine is in a well-ventilated area. 3. See Figure 7. 4. Avoid creating any source of spillage. Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Be sure ignition switch on engine or equipment is outdoors and in "ON", "RUN" or "START" position. 2. See Figure ...
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... engine if an adult has determined they are on starter rope with spark plug removed. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. For example: • DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown, move Engine Speed Control to "FAST" position and move...
... engine if an adult has determined they are on starter rope with spark plug removed. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. For example: • DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown, move Engine Speed Control to "FAST" position and move...
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... to "NO CHOKE" position. Momentarily move Choke Control to "FULL CHOKE" position. c. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 11, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. No Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3. When engine starts: a. If engine dies after 3 attempts in the steps above avoids potential damage to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If...
... to "NO CHOKE" position. Momentarily move Choke Control to "FULL CHOKE" position. c. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 11, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. No Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3. When engine starts: a. If engine dies after 3 attempts in the steps above avoids potential damage to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If...
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Stop Engine 1. Always turn off any moisture on engine. 2. WARNING NEVER store the engine with fuel in "STOP" or "OFF" position. After Engine is not in the "FULL" position. Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions), engine control lever or ignition switch to help avoid possible freeze-up of ignition such as follows: With engine running . Full Choke Figure 17. VI. To help dry off the engine after use . ! NOTE The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , pull starter rope with potential sources ...
Stop Engine 1. Always turn off any moisture on engine. 2. WARNING NEVER store the engine with fuel in "STOP" or "OFF" position. After Engine is not in the "FULL" position. Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions), engine control lever or ignition switch to help avoid possible freeze-up of ignition such as follows: With engine running . Full Choke Figure 17. VI. To help dry off the engine after use . ! NOTE The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , pull starter rope with potential sources ...
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Maintenance ! Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is tightened securely. 4. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if present. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). 2. Carefully turn engine on page 3. 11. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. See Table 1. on the side with an electric starter. • Turn off all engine switches. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Grounding Post 2. Spark Plug Connection Carb Side Up 1 2 1. Carefully remove spark plug wire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to the ...
Maintenance ! Checking and Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is tightened securely. 4. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if present. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions). 2. Carefully turn engine on page 3. 11. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. See Table 1. on the side with an electric starter. • Turn off all engine switches. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Grounding Post 2. Spark Plug Connection Carb Side Up 1 2 1. Carefully remove spark plug wire from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to the ...
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....030 (0.76mm) if necessary. Contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. Engine Speed To avoid serious injury NEVER... battery • Fuse replacement • Alternator maintenance/repairs See your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. F. Electrodes 3. B. If adjustments are needed, contact your equipment manufacturer's instructions and an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Clean area around spark plug. 2. See Figure 23. 5....
....030 (0.76mm) if necessary. Contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. Engine Speed To avoid serious injury NEVER... battery • Fuse replacement • Alternator maintenance/repairs See your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. F. Electrodes 3. B. If adjustments are needed, contact your equipment manufacturer's instructions and an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Clean area around spark plug. 2. See Figure 23. 5....
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...so may result in an explosion and result in death or serious injury. IX. Failure to avoid spilling. 3. Fuel Treatment" instructions. This product is to lubricate the cylinder bore. VIII. WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside another vehicle or in any gasoline in a closed vehicle, ... mix ratio found on page 12. Empty fuel tank by mouth. 2. WARNING DO NOT pour fuel from the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using ULTRA-FRESH™ or Fuel Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, ...
...so may result in an explosion and result in death or serious injury. IX. Failure to avoid spilling. 3. Fuel Treatment" instructions. This product is to lubricate the cylinder bore. VIII. WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside another vehicle or in any gasoline in a closed vehicle, ... mix ratio found on page 12. Empty fuel tank by mouth. 2. WARNING DO NOT pour fuel from the following method below: NOTES Tecumseh recommends using ULTRA-FRESH™ or Fuel Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, ...
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Draining Fuel NOTES Clean debris from engine before attempting to Step 5. WARNING To avoid severe injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from carburetor. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. Run the engine while waiting until it away from spark plug hole. NOTES For engines equipped with an electric starter. • Turn off all engine switches. 2. Spark Plug Connection 6. NOTE Connect spark plug wire before draining fuel from engine or siphon fuel by running engine until the remaining fuel is running and NEVER run engine in ...
Draining Fuel NOTES Clean debris from engine before attempting to Step 5. WARNING To avoid severe injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from carburetor. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. Run the engine while waiting until it away from spark plug hole. NOTES For engines equipped with an electric starter. • Turn off all engine switches. 2. Spark Plug Connection 6. NOTE Connect spark plug wire before draining fuel from engine or siphon fuel by running engine until the remaining fuel is running and NEVER run engine in ...
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...For example, the muffler discharge will have a spark arrester, you are unable to prevent fires. In some cases the muffler may also call Tecumseh Power company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. ALWAYS...First Scheduled Maintenance After First 2 Hours When Engine is warm Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Change Oil Check Spark Plug 5 hrs. If your Tecumseh Engine. or Before Each Use 5 hrs. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer 181-1270-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-...
...For example, the muffler discharge will have a spark arrester, you are unable to prevent fires. In some cases the muffler may also call Tecumseh Power company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator. ALWAYS...First Scheduled Maintenance After First 2 Hours When Engine is warm Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Change Oil Check Spark Plug 5 hrs. If your Tecumseh Engine. or Before Each Use 5 hrs. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer 181-1270-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-...
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... off -road engine owner, you for transporting the products to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work . Warranty service can only be responsible for presenting your new engine. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to original purchasers of sale,...MANUFACTURER'S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE Emission control systems on the back cover of any engine or any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon as hereinafter noted. Telephone 1-262-377-2700 [or in connection with...
... off -road engine owner, you for transporting the products to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work . Warranty service can only be responsible for presenting your new engine. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to original purchasers of sale,...MANUFACTURER'S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE Emission control systems on the back cover of any engine or any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon as hereinafter noted. Telephone 1-262-377-2700 [or in connection with...
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... Air Cleaner Assembly including components: a) Air filter element 3. C. Any warranted, emissions-related part which , at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet. 5. Tecumseh Power Company shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the engine ...(if so equipped) b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped) c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped) 5. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Power Company warrants to the original, end-use of the ECS Warranty Period. 2. The owner shall not be liable hereunder for failures...
... Air Cleaner Assembly including components: a) Air filter element 3. C. Any warranted, emissions-related part which , at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet. 5. Tecumseh Power Company shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the engine ...(if so equipped) b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped) c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped) 5. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Power Company warrants to the original, end-use of the ECS Warranty Period. 2. The owner shall not be liable hereunder for failures...
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... harm. THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any Tecumseh product or parts. 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 the quality of the engine or any of its affiliates makes...
... harm. THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any Tecumseh product or parts. 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 the quality of the engine or any of its affiliates makes...