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... 29 XII. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-1272-14 (English) 6/01/08 Operator's Manual OV195EA/OV195XA Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! General Safety Precautions 1 II. Before Starting Your Engine 5 V. Safety Definitions...
... 29 XII. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-1272-14 (English) 6/01/08 Operator's Manual OV195EA/OV195XA Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! General Safety Precautions 1 II. Before Starting Your Engine 5 V. Safety Definitions...
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... California and U.S. IMPORTANT NOTICE! EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air... logo) are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Before operating this manual preceded by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it is recommended that you take special notice of Tecumseh Products Company and are registered trademarks of all times for SORE...
... California and U.S. IMPORTANT NOTICE! EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air... logo) are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. Before operating this manual preceded by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it is recommended that you take special notice of Tecumseh Products Company and are registered trademarks of all times for SORE...
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Breathing carbon monoxide can linger for additional information. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Avoid Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself. Fill fuel tank outdoors in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on page 13. TecumsehPower Company recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine (see equipment manufacturer's manual). See "VII. contact the equipment ...
Breathing carbon monoxide can linger for additional information. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death. Avoid Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself. Fill fuel tank outdoors in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on page 13. TecumsehPower Company recommends the following: • An adult should fuel this engine (see equipment manufacturer's manual). See "VII. contact the equipment ...
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DO NOT Modify Engine To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in serious injury or death. WARNING Use of engine governor. F. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Engine with factory setting of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes can result in any way. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 3. Typical Spark Plug Connection Page 2 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for...
DO NOT Modify Engine To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in serious injury or death. WARNING Use of engine governor. F. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Engine with factory setting of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes can result in any way. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 3. Typical Spark Plug Connection Page 2 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Consult your local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for...
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Fill in the engine information in this manual, contact your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is needed for the emissions-related useful life period of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 5. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing TecumsehPower engines. • Order as "C" 125 hours, "B" 250 hours and "A" 1,000 hours. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine ...
Fill in the engine information in this manual, contact your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is needed for the emissions-related useful life period of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 5. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing TecumsehPower engines. • Order as "C" 125 hours, "B" 250 hours and "A" 1,000 hours. Engine Identification Decal A sample engine ...
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III. In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Pints (.62 liters). SAE 10W40 is marked A.P.I. B. Fuel Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Page 4 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. Be sure original container is NOT recommended. Using ...
III. In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Pints (.62 liters). SAE 10W40 is marked A.P.I. B. Fuel Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Page 4 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. Be sure original container is NOT recommended. Using ...
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See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is upright and level. 2. Be sure engine is tightened securely. Unscrew oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube. 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. Spark Plug Wire 3. Starter Cord Handle 6. Muffler Guard 8. Optional Shroud Figure 7. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to point of overflow on dipstick or to : • Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when engine is below...
See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is upright and level. 2. Be sure engine is tightened securely. Unscrew oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube. 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. Spark Plug Wire 3. Starter Cord Handle 6. Muffler Guard 8. Optional Shroud Figure 7. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is important to point of overflow on dipstick or to : • Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when engine is below...
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To prevent injury or death from engine. See Figure 7 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Avoid creating any source of spillage. Fuel Valve Positions Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Fuel vapors can explode. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. Move machine away from area of ignition until fuel vapors are highly flammable and can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame ...
To prevent injury or death from engine. See Figure 7 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Avoid creating any source of spillage. Fuel Valve Positions Page 6 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. Fuel vapors can explode. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. Move machine away from area of ignition until fuel vapors are highly flammable and can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame ...
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Starting Your Engine WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should start this engine after a short shutdown. For example: • DO NOT use primer to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite. If you have a manual recoil starter, see "A. If you have . See Table 3. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in this engine in equipment malfunction. 4. NOTES Be sure to original position between pushes. Cooler temperatures may result in any other way. Electric Start Switch 2. ...
Starting Your Engine WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should start this engine after a short shutdown. For example: • DO NOT use primer to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite. If you have a manual recoil starter, see "A. If you have . See Table 3. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in this engine in equipment malfunction. 4. NOTES Be sure to original position between pushes. Cooler temperatures may result in any other way. Electric Start Switch 2. ...
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Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 9. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. See Figures 13 thru 16. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to "FAST" position. b. Muffler 3. Muffler Guard 4. Starter Cord Handle 6. Optional Shroud Figure 13. "SLOW" Position 2. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. DO NOT attempt to start after ...
Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 9. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move engine throttle control to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. See Figures 13 thru 16. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to "FAST" position. b. Muffler 3. Muffler Guard 4. Starter Cord Handle 6. Optional Shroud Figure 13. "SLOW" Position 2. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. DO NOT attempt to start after ...
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Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 7. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position: a. Doing so will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly 5 times. Release starter button or ignition switch key. Momentarily move engine throttle control back to "FAST" position. c. Momentarily move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position. "SLOW" Position 2. "RUN" Range 3. Primer Bulb 2. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to original position between pushes. Next, move engine ...
Primer Bulb Only" instructions on page 7. DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position: a. Doing so will flood the engine and may require pushing primer bulb firmly 5 times. Release starter button or ignition switch key. Momentarily move engine throttle control back to "FAST" position. c. Momentarily move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position. "SLOW" Position 2. "RUN" Range 3. Primer Bulb 2. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to original position between pushes. Next, move engine ...
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If engine does NOT start after 3 attempts in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. B. I Section B.II Section B.III 3 2 1 1. See Figures 19 thru 21. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to "FAST" position and start engine. 9. Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to start after following three sections will apply to "FAST" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). To avoid carbon ...
If engine does NOT start after 3 attempts in the "FAST" position, move engine throttle control to "CHOKE" position and start engine. 8. B. I Section B.II Section B.III 3 2 1 1. See Figures 19 thru 21. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to "FAST" position and start engine. 9. Engines with Recoil Starters If your engine has: Primer Bulb Only Choke Only Primer Bulb and Choke Go to start after following three sections will apply to "FAST" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). To avoid carbon ...
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See Figure 22. NOTES Be sure to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Operate equipment control to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 4. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figures 19 thru 21 on page 10. See Figures 19 thru 21 on page 10. Primer Bulb 2. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5....
See Figure 22. NOTES Be sure to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Operate equipment control to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 4. NOTE Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figures 19 thru 21 on page 10. See Figures 19 thru 21 on page 10. Primer Bulb 2. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 5....
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Primer Bulb and Choke In Temperatures above avoids potential damage to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). DO NOT use choke or primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine. 3 2 1 1. Operate equipment control to original position. Grasp starter cord handle. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Starter Cord Handle 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN ...
Primer Bulb and Choke In Temperatures above avoids potential damage to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). DO NOT use choke or primer to restart a warm engine after engine throttle control is moved to "FAST" position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine. 3 2 1 1. Operate equipment control to original position. Grasp starter cord handle. Return rope slowly to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Starter Cord Handle 2. Typical Engine Controls STOP STOP SLOW RUN ...
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Failure to do so may lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. See Figures 26 and 27. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to : • Check oil level before each use . 1. See "A. Engine should perform maintenance on equipment, always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is equipped with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. See Figures 26 and 27. ...
Failure to do so may lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury. See Figures 26 and 27. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to : • Check oil level before each use . 1. See "A. Engine should perform maintenance on equipment, always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is equipped with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. See Figures 26 and 27. ...
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Be sure fuel fill cap is operated in equipment malfunction or damage. Clean area around oil drain plug. NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at the lowest point on dipstick. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. See "III. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. See Figure 28. 11. The filter should be changed every 100 operating hours or at least once a year. Figure 28. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 See Figure 30. 5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to the air ...
Be sure fuel fill cap is operated in equipment malfunction or damage. Clean area around oil drain plug. NOTE Used oil must be disposed of at the lowest point on dipstick. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. See "III. NOTES DO NOT overfill oil filler. See Figure 28. 11. The filter should be changed every 100 operating hours or at least once a year. Figure 28. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 See Figure 30. 5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug, tipping engine to the air ...
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See Figure 32. Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to-.030 (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 33. 5. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for replacement. Air Intake Screen 3. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Spark Plug Connection Figure 32. C. Electrodes 3. Porcelain Figure 33. Check electrode gap with Deposits 4. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Cooling Fins 2. Clean area ...
See Figure 32. Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are: • Pitted • Burned • Fouled with wire feeler gauge and set gap to-.030 (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 33. 5. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for replacement. Air Intake Screen 3. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Spark Plug Connection Figure 32. C. Electrodes 3. Porcelain Figure 33. Check electrode gap with Deposits 4. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Cooling Fins 2. Clean area ...
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Contact your air cleaner to be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in place; II. Clean cover and flange thoroughly. 5. Make sure flat side of your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Push cover firmly against flange and turn clockwise until cover locks securely in extremely dusty conditions. Slots 3. Flat Side of Air Cleaner 1. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Your air cleaner periodically needs to remove and ...
Contact your air cleaner to be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in place; II. Clean cover and flange thoroughly. 5. Make sure flat side of your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Push cover firmly against flange and turn clockwise until cover locks securely in extremely dusty conditions. Slots 3. Flat Side of Air Cleaner 1. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Your air cleaner periodically needs to remove and ...
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Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NEVER tamper with a federally-mandated mechanism which stops the engine and mower blade. Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory can lead to a runaway engine and cause it is consumed. In the event the mechanism fails for any reason, you DO NOT have an open bed of engine governor. H. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this mechanism. To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon 2. Engine ...
Carburetor If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. NEVER tamper with a federally-mandated mechanism which stops the engine and mower blade. Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory can lead to a runaway engine and cause it is consumed. In the event the mechanism fails for any reason, you DO NOT have an open bed of engine governor. H. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this mechanism. To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon 2. Engine ...
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.... Also, if it is stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas container is running engine until the remaining fuel is consumed. This product is likely that contains stabilizer from your fuel tank. It is NOT necessary to allow it stops from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth...
.... Also, if it is stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas container is running engine until the remaining fuel is consumed. This product is likely that contains stabilizer from your fuel tank. It is NOT necessary to allow it stops from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth...