Operator Manual
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...; Keep this Operator's Manual. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, could result in equipment or property damage. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ! TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. EPA emission regulations...
...; Keep this Operator's Manual. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, could result in equipment or property damage. TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ! TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in italic type. EPA emission regulations...
Operator Manual
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... less. Draining Fuel" instructions on page 13. C. NEVER allow children to use this engine. Maintenance" instructions on page 23. Remove ignition key, if equipped. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside a building with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to do so can become entangled in rotating parts, leading to start the engine...
... less. Draining Fuel" instructions on page 13. C. NEVER allow children to use this engine. Maintenance" instructions on page 23. Remove ignition key, if equipped. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside a building with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to do so can become entangled in rotating parts, leading to start the engine...
Operator Manual
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... Connection 2. E. WARNING Use of this engine on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can result in long dry grass or other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped. • To avoid...
... Connection 2. E. WARNING Use of this engine on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can result in long dry grass or other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped. • To avoid...
Operator Manual
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... proper tool usage. How to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in this Operator's Manual, and it is available from your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for additional information. Fill in the engine information in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines...
... proper tool usage. How to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in this Operator's Manual, and it is available from your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for additional information. Fill in the engine information in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of internal combustion engines...
Operator Manual
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... listed in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is warm. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in TecumsehPower engines. Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will not be considered warranty. Fuel Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use a clean...
... listed in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is warm. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in TecumsehPower engines. Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will not be considered warranty. Fuel Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use a clean...
Operator Manual
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... to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start this engine after a short shutdown. Primer Bulb Only 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. Operate equipment control to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. For example: • DO NOT use primer to : Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.I . Engines with spark plug removed. See...
... to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start this engine after a short shutdown. Primer Bulb Only 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. Operate equipment control to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. For example: • DO NOT use primer to : Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.I . Engines with spark plug removed. See...
Operator Manual
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...'s instructions). Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. Move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position. Next, move engine throttle control to start engine. 5. If engine dies after engine throttle control is outdoors in "RUN" range. Spark Plug Wire 3. Primer Bulb 6. Engine Components 3 2 1 1. If engine does NOT start engine. 8. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter...
...'s instructions). Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. Move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position. Next, move engine throttle control to start engine. 5. If engine dies after engine throttle control is outdoors in "RUN" range. Spark Plug Wire 3. Primer Bulb 6. Engine Components 3 2 1 1. If engine does NOT start engine. 8. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter...
Operator Manual
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..., move engine throttle control to start after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. If engine fails to "CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 Operate equipment control to the recoil mechanism. 6. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the "FAST" position...
..., move engine throttle control to start after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. If engine fails to "CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 Operate equipment control to the recoil mechanism. 6. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the "FAST" position...
Operator Manual
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... manufacturer's instructions). NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 9. Engine Throttle Control 3. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 26. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. If engine fails to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215...
... manufacturer's instructions). NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 9. Engine Throttle Control 3. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 26. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. If engine fails to start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5. Page 12 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215...
Operator Manual
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...; Turn all engine switches to an explosion resulting in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Figure 28. Spark Plug Connection Figure 29. See "A. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 WWAARRNNININGG To avoid unsupervised operation of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc...
...; Turn all engine switches to an explosion resulting in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Figure 28. Spark Plug Connection Figure 29. See "A. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 13 WWAARRNNININGG To avoid unsupervised operation of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc...
Operator Manual
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... • Air-Cooled Page 15 The filter should be changed every 100 operating hours or at least once a year. See Figure 34. 9. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on dipstick. See Figure 34. 13. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 11. Figure 37. Place engine back onto a level upright position with recommended oil. Figure 35. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. Tighten securely...
... • Air-Cooled Page 15 The filter should be changed every 100 operating hours or at least once a year. See Figure 34. 9. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on dipstick. See Figure 34. 13. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 11. Figure 37. Place engine back onto a level upright position with recommended oil. Figure 35. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. Tighten securely...
Operator Manual
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... operated in oil carry-over to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection Figure 45. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. 1 2 1. See Figure 42. 11. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole. 8. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing...
... operated in oil carry-over to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction or damage. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection Figure 45. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. 1 2 1. See Figure 42. 11. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole. 8. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing...
Operator Manual
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... engine without complete air cleaner installed on page 19. Contact your model. Electrodes 3. Resistor Spark Plug I . Servicing Foam Filters Clean foam filters every 3 months or every 25 operating hours. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. See Figures 48 thru 52 starting on engine. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on page 19. Air Intake Screen 3. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in . (0.76...
... engine without complete air cleaner installed on page 19. Contact your model. Electrodes 3. Resistor Spark Plug I . Servicing Foam Filters Clean foam filters every 3 months or every 25 operating hours. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. See Figures 48 thru 52 starting on engine. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on page 19. Air Intake Screen 3. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in . (0.76...
Operator Manual
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...; Air-Cooled Page 19 Servicing Paper Filters Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. IV. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on body and press until cover locks with body tab securely. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter(s) in body where applicable. 5. Body 8. NOTE DO NOT put oil on page 18. See Figure 48. 2. Install filter...
...; Air-Cooled Page 19 Servicing Paper Filters Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. IV. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on body and press until cover locks with body tab securely. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter(s) in body where applicable. 5. Body 8. NOTE DO NOT put oil on page 18. See Figure 48. 2. Install filter...
Operator Manual
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... emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Paper Filter 2. Air Cleaner Type "E" Assembly VIII. WWAARRNNININGG If there is in any engine adjustments. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 3. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. 2 4 3 1 5 1. For operation at altitudes up tabs on cover with the governor setting can be sure it is fuel in...
... emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Paper Filter 2. Air Cleaner Type "E" Assembly VIII. WWAARRNNININGG If there is in any engine adjustments. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 3. Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. 2 4 3 1 5 1. For operation at altitudes up tabs on cover with the governor setting can be sure it is fuel in...
Operator Manual
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... from engine before attempting to Step 6. Cover spark plug hole with electric starters proceed to start engine. Pull out slowly using a full arm stroke. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before emptying fuel from engine or siphon fuel by running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to Step 5. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 22. Battery See equipment manufacturer...
... from engine before attempting to Step 6. Cover spark plug hole with electric starters proceed to start engine. Pull out slowly using a full arm stroke. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before emptying fuel from engine or siphon fuel by running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to Step 5. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 22. Battery See equipment manufacturer...
Operator Manual
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... information. If you may require use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is Warm 1. Spark arrester must be maintained in this manual. To determine if your TecumsehPower engine. XI. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Change Oil Replace Paper and Oil Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine...
... information. If you may require use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is Warm 1. Spark arrester must be maintained in this manual. To determine if your TecumsehPower engine. XI. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Change Oil Replace Paper and Oil Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine...
Operator Manual
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... maintenance listed in your small off -road engines must be performed by contacting either an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer and/or TecumsehPower Company, c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262377-2700 [or in materials or workmanship, the part will repair your Operator's Manual, but TecumsehPower Company will warrant the emission control system on the back cover...
... maintenance listed in your small off -road engines must be performed by contacting either an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer and/or TecumsehPower Company, c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262377-2700 [or in materials or workmanship, the part will repair your Operator's Manual, but TecumsehPower Company will warrant the emission control system on the back cover...
Operator Manual
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... remainder of an emission-related part covered by the ECS Warranty. 7. If the part fails prior to the determination that a part covered by the Air Resources Board pursuant to its authority in such written instructions to the first scheduled replacement point for that such diagnostic work is in the Operator's Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. The owner shall not be charged...
... remainder of an emission-related part covered by the ECS Warranty. 7. If the part fails prior to the determination that a part covered by the Air Resources Board pursuant to its authority in such written instructions to the first scheduled replacement point for that such diagnostic work is in the Operator's Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. The owner shall not be charged...
Operator Manual
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... States of the European Union. (2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for the operation of the product, or failure to you may have other reproductive harm. XII. Any charge for making service calls and/or for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any of the engine model number on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only;
... States of the European Union. (2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for the operation of the product, or failure to you may have other reproductive harm. XII. Any charge for making service calls and/or for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any of the engine model number on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only;