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... with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Before operating this manual, contact your personal safety: • Keep this Operator's Manual. Find...following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-Way Catalyst (if so equipped.) TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in this manual preceded by the following words and graphics are of Tecumseh Products Company and...
... with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Before operating this manual, contact your personal safety: • Keep this Operator's Manual. Find...following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-Way Catalyst (if so equipped.) TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in this manual preceded by the following words and graphics are of Tecumseh Products Company and...
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... result in serious injury or death. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine with fuel in rotating parts, leading to cool before using this engine is running . Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance The manufacturer of such operation. • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are...
... result in serious injury or death. If these instructions: • NEVER store engine with fuel in rotating parts, leading to cool before using this engine is running . Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance The manufacturer of such operation. • An adult should start the engine if an adult has determined they are...
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... 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Engine with factory setting of engines for additional information. E. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. H. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Typical Muffler and Flywheel Guard Locations Figure 2. Consult your local Authorized...
... 3. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Use Hearing Protection Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Engine with factory setting of engines for additional information. E. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engine governor. H. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine. 2 1. Typical Muffler and Flywheel Guard Locations Figure 2. Consult your local Authorized...
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... indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. See Figure 4. See Figure 5. Technician's Handbook 181-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 II. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is intended for the engine used on this Operator's Manual, and it is...
... indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer A. See Figure 4. See Figure 5. Technician's Handbook 181-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 II. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is intended for the engine used on this Operator's Manual, and it is...
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... regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may use gasoline containing the components identified in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Oil To operate engine you need to be fresh and clean. Oil and Fuel Specifications A.
... regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for long periods. • NEVER mix oil with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may use gasoline containing the components identified in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. Oil To operate engine you need to be fresh and clean. Oil and Fuel Specifications A.
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...-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 Spark Plug Wire 3. Muffler Guard 8. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is warm. Engine Oil Level 5 4 6 9 7 3 8 12 1. B. NOTE To change oil for TecumsehPower Oil. Spark Plug Cap 2. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in equipment malfunction or damage. Control Lever (If Equipped) 4. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on dipstick.
...-1272-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 5 Spark Plug Wire 3. Muffler Guard 8. Checking Oil Level To avoid engine damage, it is warm. Engine Oil Level 5 4 6 9 7 3 8 12 1. B. NOTE To change oil for TecumsehPower Oil. Spark Plug Cap 2. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in equipment malfunction or damage. Control Lever (If Equipped) 4. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on dipstick.
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... to start or troubleshoot this engine in this manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on starter rope with spark plug removed. A. See Figure 10. Electric Start Switch 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. V. This section contains starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. If you have an electric starter, see "B. I Section A.II Section A.III 2 3 1 1. See Figure 12. DO NOT use starting a cold engine...
... to start or troubleshoot this engine in this manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on starter rope with spark plug removed. A. See Figure 10. Electric Start Switch 2. Engine Throttle Control 3. V. This section contains starting instructions for more than 5 seconds each attempt. If you have an electric starter, see "B. I Section A.II Section A.III 2 3 1 1. See Figure 12. DO NOT use starting a cold engine...
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... Figures 13 thru 16. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 6. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. Spark Plug Wire 2. Engine Components 4 3 1. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try...
... Figures 13 thru 16. NOTE DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. 4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine. 6. b. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to start engine. 9. Spark Plug Wire 2. Engine Components 4 3 1. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try...
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When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. NOTES Be sure to original position between pushes. Operate equipment control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). c. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 5 and try again. 6. II. Choke Only...
When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb. NOTES Be sure to original position between pushes. Operate equipment control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). c. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 5 and try again. 6. II. Choke Only...
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... In Temperatures below . b. Engine Throttle Control 3. "FAST" Position 4. DO NOT attempt to "FAST" position: a. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position. See Figure 23. Return rope slowly to original position between pushes. Typical Engine Symbols 4 3 1. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. b. Next, move engine throttle control to cover vent hole when...
... In Temperatures below . b. Engine Throttle Control 3. "FAST" Position 4. DO NOT attempt to "FAST" position: a. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position. See Figure 23. Return rope slowly to original position between pushes. Typical Engine Symbols 4 3 1. Start/Choke Control Positions 7. b. Next, move engine throttle control to cover vent hole when...
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... lead to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Typical Spark Plug Connection A. See "A. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use . 1. VI. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Doing so may...
... lead to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Typical Spark Plug Connection A. See "A. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Change oil after use . 1. VI. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from spark plug. Doing so may...
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... TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil. 9. Typical Spark Connection Figure 30. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved recyclable oil container. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Afterward, continue reading instructions below the "ADD" mark on and tightened securely. 3. Oil Drain Plug Location Page 14 Figure 31. Figure 28. The filter should...
... TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil. 9. Typical Spark Connection Figure 30. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved recyclable oil container. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Afterward, continue reading instructions below the "ADD" mark on and tightened securely. 3. Oil Drain Plug Location Page 14 Figure 31. Figure 28. The filter should...
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... use, remove the air cleaner cover. See Figure 32. 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. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Electrodes 3. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be used...
... use, remove the air cleaner cover. See Figure 32. 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. Debris Removal Locations 2 3 1 1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap 2. Electrodes 3. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Install spark plug and tighten securely. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be used...
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...; Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Your air cleaner periodically needs to remove and replace it is in position. 2 3 2 1 4 5 1. Servicing Paper Filter Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be sure it . Turn cover counterclockwise to the drawing of Air Cleaner Cover Page 16 Figure 37. See Figure 35. 6. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Removal and Installation of air cleaner cover...
...; Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 Your air cleaner periodically needs to remove and replace it is in position. 2 3 2 1 4 5 1. Servicing Paper Filter Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be sure it . Turn cover counterclockwise to the drawing of Air Cleaner Cover Page 16 Figure 37. See Figure 35. 6. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. Removal and Installation of air cleaner cover...
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.... See "B. Extended Storage I . See "I . Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover and/or blower housing. Fuel Storage WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in death or serious injury. NOTES If engine fuel stored in the following areas: • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Levers • Linkage •...
.... See "B. Extended Storage I . See "I . Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover and/or blower housing. Fuel Storage WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in death or serious injury. NOTES If engine fuel stored in the following areas: • Cooling Fins • Air Intake Screen • Levers • Linkage •...
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... electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to prevent fuel from spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is equipped with rag to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. 2. Cover spark plug hole with a battery. b. Proceed to start engine. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 8. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 13. Grasp starter cord handle: a. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Connect spark plug wire to...
... electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to prevent fuel from spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is equipped with rag to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. 2. Cover spark plug hole with a battery. b. Proceed to start engine. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 8. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 13. Grasp starter cord handle: a. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Connect spark plug wire to...
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... follow maintenance intervals listed in effective working order by owner and/or operator. See Table 5. For example, it is equipped with a spark arrester. Spark arrester must be installed. XI. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer Page 20 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 In some cases the muffler may require use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered...
... follow maintenance intervals listed in effective working order by owner and/or operator. See Table 5. For example, it is equipped with a spark arrester. Spark arrester must be installed. XI. Change Oil Date Owner/Dealer Page 20 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1272-14 In some cases the muffler may require use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered...
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Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company pursuant to exceed 30 days. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off-road engine owner, you are located on the back cover of sale to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship, the part will repair your small...
Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company pursuant to exceed 30 days. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off-road engine owner, you are located on the back cover of sale to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship, the part will repair your small...
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... effect of its authority in such written instructions to the first scheduled replacement point for failures of any warranted, emissionsrelated part under the ECS Warranty shall be used in the Operator's Manual shall be warranted for replacement as specified in the Operator's Manual, shall be warranted for that a part covered by a failure under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for diagnostic labor which...
... effect of its authority in such written instructions to the first scheduled replacement point for failures of any warranted, emissionsrelated part under the ECS Warranty shall be used in the Operator's Manual shall be warranted for replacement as specified in the Operator's Manual, shall be warranted for that a part covered by a failure under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for diagnostic labor which...
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... other than as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for by contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499. "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 90 Day 1 Year 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 'n 10 (3) 2 'n 10 (3) 3 Years Outside U.S.A. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . XII. the second 5 years covering parts only) on behalf of TecumsehPower Company or...
... other than as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for by contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499. "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 90 Day 1 Year 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 'n 10 (3) 2 'n 10 (3) 3 Years Outside U.S.A. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . XII. the second 5 years covering parts only) on behalf of TecumsehPower Company or...