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...Emission Control System Warranty 29 XII. Maintenance 13 VIII. Storing Your Engine 22 X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 24 XI. LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents ...IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions ii I. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower ...
...Emission Control System Warranty 29 XII. Maintenance 13 VIII. Storing Your Engine 22 X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 24 XI. LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120) Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents ...IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions ii I. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower ...
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... reference. • Read it is no longer owned by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Before operating this engine it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. Page ii The trademarks...Head logo) are registered trademarks of Tecumseh Products Company and are of all times for additional information. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it associated or affiliated...
... reference. • Read it is no longer owned by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Before operating this engine it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. Page ii The trademarks...Head logo) are registered trademarks of Tecumseh Products Company and are of all times for additional information. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it associated or affiliated...
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...ventilated area. • DO NOT smoke while refueling tank. • Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to start or operate the engine with fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can quickly be sure the flywheel guard is running . Only allow children to perform maintenance... if an adult has determined they are easier to cool before using this engine. D. contact the equipment manufacturer. To prevent serious injury or death from fuel fires, follow these parts are NOT properly guarded, or ...
...ventilated area. • DO NOT smoke while refueling tank. • Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to start or operate the engine with fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can quickly be sure the flywheel guard is running . Only allow children to perform maintenance... if an adult has determined they are easier to cool before using this engine. D. contact the equipment manufacturer. To prevent serious injury or death from fuel fires, follow these parts are NOT properly guarded, or ...
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... at unsafe speeds. Figure 1. See Figures 2 and 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from muffler and rest of engine. Typical Flywheel Guard Location Figure 2. Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use... in serious injury or death. DO NOT operate the engine without the muffler guard in any way. H. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including grass and leaves, away from metal...
... at unsafe speeds. Figure 1. See Figures 2 and 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from muffler and rest of engine. Typical Flywheel Guard Location Figure 2. Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use... in serious injury or death. DO NOT operate the engine without the muffler guard in any way. H. Tampering with the governor setting can burn, including grass and leaves, away from metal...
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... at 1-800-558-5402 for LV models. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by EPA and/or CARB. ... are designated as part #692509 or #740049 for additional information. Fill in the engine information in this power equipment. How to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is available from your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower...
... at 1-800-558-5402 for LV models. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your engine. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine identification decal is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by EPA and/or CARB. ... are designated as part #692509 or #740049 for additional information. Fill in the engine information in this power equipment. How to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is available from your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower...
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... so may use gasoline containing the components identified in Table 2. • DO NOT use of oil to be fresh and clean. Oil To operate engine you need to : • Check oil level before each use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). In addition, you need to operate properly. Be... ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) Percentage 10% 10% 15% 15% FULL OK ADD Fill Between "FULL" and "ADD" Marks Figure 6. For recommended engine oil, see Table 1. Pints (.62 liters). CAUTION The use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of ...
... so may use gasoline containing the components identified in Table 2. • DO NOT use of oil to be fresh and clean. Oil To operate engine you need to : • Check oil level before each use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). In addition, you need to operate properly. Be... ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) Percentage 10% 10% 15% 15% FULL OK ADD Fill Between "FULL" and "ADD" Marks Figure 6. For recommended engine oil, see Table 1. Pints (.62 liters). CAUTION The use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of ...
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... to step 1. Wipe away any spilled oil. Unscrew oil fill cap/plug. 4. Spark Plug Cap 2. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 181-1215-14 Figure 9. Be sure engine is upright and level. 2. Tighten securely. 4. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 3 4 5 2 1 9 1. See Figure 9. 3. Wipe away any spilled oil...to reach "FULL" level. If oil reading on page 4. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 14. Fuel Fill Cap 6. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to avoid spilling. 5. See Figure 6 on dipstick is below . 5. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 4. Starter Cord ...
... to step 1. Wipe away any spilled oil. Unscrew oil fill cap/plug. 4. Spark Plug Cap 2. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 181-1215-14 Figure 9. Be sure engine is upright and level. 2. Tighten securely. 4. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 16. 3 4 5 2 1 9 1. See Figure 9. 3. Wipe away any spilled oil...to reach "FULL" level. If oil reading on page 4. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 14. Fuel Fill Cap 6. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to avoid spilling. 5. See Figure 6 on dipstick is below . 5. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick 4. Starter Cord ...
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...damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap. Fuel vapors can explode. Stop engine and allow it to cool before starting engine. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. ...expand without overflowing. 5. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to refuel this engine. C. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow fuel to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 7 on page 4. Afterward, continue ...
...damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap. Fuel vapors can explode. Stop engine and allow it to cool before starting engine. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. ...expand without overflowing. 5. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel slowly, being careful to refuel this engine. C. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow fuel to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 7 on page 4. Afterward, continue ...
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... carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on page 10. Table 3. Operate equipment control to "FAST" position, if present (see "B. Electric Start Switch 2. To... instructions for several different types of the following instructions in any other way. Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. Typical Engine Symbols 1 2 1. Doing so will apply to : Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.I . Vent Hole Figure ...
... carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner. • DO NOT operate engine or pull on page 10. Table 3. Operate equipment control to "FAST" position, if present (see "B. Electric Start Switch 2. To... instructions for several different types of the following instructions in any other way. Cooler temperatures may result in a well-ventilated area. 2. Typical Engine Symbols 1 2 1. Doing so will apply to : Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.I . Vent Hole Figure ...
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..., 13 and 16 starting on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. If engine fails to start after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to start engine. 6. When engine starts: a. Release starter button or ignition switch key. c. If engine dies after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 4 and try again. 8. Starter Cord Handle...
..., 13 and 16 starting on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. If engine fails to start after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to start engine. 6. When engine starts: a. Release starter button or ignition switch key. c. If engine dies after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 4 and try again. 8. Starter Cord Handle...
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... 7. See Figure 17. Release starter button or ignition switch key. c. Move engine throttle control back to original position between pushes. See Figures 17 thru 19. If engine dies after a short shutdown. Engine Throttle Control 3. Typical Engine Symbols 3 2 1 1. "RUN" Range 3. NOTES Be sure to "FAST...instructions). "SLOW" Position 2. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to start engine. 6. Primer Bulb 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 18. "FAST" ...
... 7. See Figure 17. Release starter button or ignition switch key. c. Move engine throttle control back to original position between pushes. See Figures 17 thru 19. If engine dies after a short shutdown. Engine Throttle Control 3. Typical Engine Symbols 3 2 1 1. "RUN" Range 3. NOTES Be sure to "FAST...instructions). "SLOW" Position 2. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to start engine. 6. Primer Bulb 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER Figure 18. "FAST" ...
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...1. Equipment Control Figure 21. "SLOW" Position 2. Table 4. Typical Engine Symbols 3 2 1 1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. Starter Cord Handle 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. "RUN" Range 3. DO NOT attempt to "FAST"... following three sections will apply to "FAST" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to "CHOKE" position and start or...
...1. Equipment Control Figure 21. "SLOW" Position 2. Table 4. Typical Engine Symbols 3 2 1 1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. Starter Cord Handle 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. "RUN" Range 3. DO NOT attempt to "FAST"... following three sections will apply to "FAST" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to "CHOKE" position and start or...
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...until you feel drag. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. See Figures 21 thru 23 ... in the steps above avoids potential damage to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. When engine starts: a. Next, move engine throttle control to start after engine throttle control is outdoors in any other way. See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. NOTES Be sure ...
...until you feel drag. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. See Figures 21 thru 23 ... in the steps above avoids potential damage to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. When engine starts: a. Next, move engine throttle control to start after engine throttle control is outdoors in any other way. See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. NOTES Be sure ...
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... control to start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to "FAST" position. "I . Afterward, continue reading instructions below . If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is outdoors in equipment malfunction. 4. Grasp starter cord handle. WARNING When pulling...
... control to start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to "FAST" position. "I . Afterward, continue reading instructions below . If engine fires but falters when engine throttle control is moved to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is outdoors in equipment malfunction. 4. Grasp starter cord handle. WARNING When pulling...
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...Only allow children to equipment manufacturer's instructions. Figure 28. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 1. See "A. NOTES For engines with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page ... wire and keep it is important to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is running. Grounding Post Connection 2. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection A. more often if operated in death or serious injury....
...Only allow children to equipment manufacturer's instructions. Figure 28. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 1. See "A. NOTES For engines with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page ... wire and keep it is important to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is running. Grounding Post Connection 2. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection A. more often if operated in death or serious injury....
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...32. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from the lowest point on page 2. Carefully turn engine on and tightened securely. See Figure 33. 7. Fuel Fill Cap Carburetor Side Up 2 NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at a proper ... away from spark plug. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick) 2. Spark Plug Connection 3. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on the engine (see "II. I. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to the grounding post, if provided. 2. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 16...
...32. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from the lowest point on page 2. Carefully turn engine on and tightened securely. See Figure 33. 7. Fuel Fill Cap Carburetor Side Up 2 NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at a proper ... away from spark plug. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick) 2. Spark Plug Connection 3. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on the engine (see "II. I. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to the grounding post, if provided. 2. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 16...
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... Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. See Figure 34. 9. DO NOT allow oil level to start engine. Tighten securely. Grounding Post Connection 2. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the..."ADD" mark on page 4. Doing so may result in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. Install oil fill cap/...
... Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. See Figure 34. 9. DO NOT allow oil level to start engine. Tighten securely. Grounding Post Connection 2. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the..."ADD" mark on page 4. Doing so may result in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. Install oil fill cap/...
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...approved recyclable oil container. Page 16 Figure 41. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 2. Grounding Post Connection 2. Oil Drain Plug Locations Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Be sure fuel fill cap is on the...'s instructions). Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to step 1. II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. See Figure 40. 3. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to position the oil...
...approved recyclable oil container. Page 16 Figure 41. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug 1 2 2. Grounding Post Connection 2. Oil Drain Plug Locations Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 Be sure fuel fill cap is on the...'s instructions). Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to step 1. II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. See Figure 40. 3. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to position the oil...
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... Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection Figure 45. See Table 1 and "III. Oil Fill Plug 9. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. Add oil to overflow point,... any spilled oil. 10. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to start engine. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in oil carry-over to avoid spilling and fill with recommended oil. Spark Plug...
... Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection Figure 45. See Table 1 and "III. Oil Fill Plug 9. Typical Spark Plug Connection 181-1215-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 17 Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. Add oil to overflow point,... any spilled oil. 10. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to start engine. NOTES The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed more often if the engine is operated in oil carry-over to avoid spilling and fill with recommended oil. Spark Plug...
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...reading instructions below : 1. Levers and Linkage Figure 46. NOTE DO NOT oil foam filter. 4. Check electrode gap with Deposits 4. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on page 19. Type A, B, C, D or E. Follow instructions for replacement. Air Intake Screen 3. Electrodes ...Spark Plug I . Wash in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Page 18 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 If either is removed. 2. ...
...reading instructions below : 1. Levers and Linkage Figure 46. NOTE DO NOT oil foam filter. 4. Check electrode gap with Deposits 4. NEVER run engine without complete air cleaner installed on page 19. Type A, B, C, D or E. Follow instructions for replacement. Air Intake Screen 3. Electrodes ...Spark Plug I . Wash in . (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Page 18 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1215-14 If either is removed. 2. ...