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... by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in minor or moderate injury. It is placed in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Notice Regarding Emissions...
... by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. TecumsehPower Contact Information For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service NOT covered in minor or moderate injury. It is placed in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Notice Regarding Emissions...
Operator Manual
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... Starts" instructions on page 2. 181-1132-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 Remove ignition key, if equipped. D. The equipment manufacturer may be ignited by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it . Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc.,can quickly be drawn into a building through openings such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
... Starts" instructions on page 2. 181-1132-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 Remove ignition key, if equipped. D. The equipment manufacturer may be ignited by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it . Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc.,can quickly be drawn into a building through openings such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors...
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... Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Page 2 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. WARNING Use...
... Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Page 2 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces The muffler and other dry ground cover. WARNING Use...
Operator Manual
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... handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of manufacture (DOM). Technician's Handbook 181-1132-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 4. II. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Find them on this Operator's Manual, and...
... handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this power equipment. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is located in the next column and indicates the engine's model number, specification and date of manufacture (DOM). Technician's Handbook 181-1132-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 3 See Figure 4. II. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Find them on this Operator's Manual, and...
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... result in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. NOTES The oil sump capacity (including oil filter) is 32 ounces or 2 U.S. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is important to use of oil to be fresh and clean. III. Pints (1.15 liters). Service "SL/SJ". Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for TecumsehPower Oil. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight...
... result in the Operator's Manuals will increase oil consumption. NOTES The oil sump capacity (including oil filter) is 32 ounces or 2 U.S. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is important to use of oil to be fresh and clean. III. Pints (1.15 liters). Service "SL/SJ". Special-formulated oils are NOT recommended for TecumsehPower Oil. Recommended Oil TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage Straight...
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... 4. Stop engine and allow it to expand without overflowing. 5. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. NOTE For recommended fuel, see Table 2 and "III. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on dipstick is outdoors and in the tank to allow children to avoid spilling. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. Avoid creating any spilled oil. Air Filter...
... 4. Stop engine and allow it to expand without overflowing. 5. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. NOTE For recommended fuel, see Table 2 and "III. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on dipstick is outdoors and in the tank to allow children to avoid spilling. Leave space in a well-ventilated area. 3. Avoid creating any spilled oil. Air Filter...
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... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Engines with Electric Starters If your engine has: Combined Speed and Choke Control Independent Speed and Choke Controls Go to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your engine, DO NOT attempt to "CHOKE" or "START" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figures 8 and 9. Push starter button or turn key to...
... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Engines with Electric Starters If your engine has: Combined Speed and Choke Control Independent Speed and Choke Controls Go to start or troubleshoot this manual, contact your engine, DO NOT attempt to "CHOKE" or "START" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figures 8 and 9. Push starter button or turn key to...
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... moved to "NO CHOKE" position. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). c. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this engine in "RUN" range. Move independent speed control to "FAST" position and set independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to start after a short shutdown, move independent speed...
... moved to "NO CHOKE" position. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). c. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position and start or troubleshoot this engine in "RUN" range. Move independent speed control to "FAST" position and set independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to start after a short shutdown, move independent speed...
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... restarting a warm engine after 3 attempts with combined control in the "FAST" position, move combined control to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid this engine in "RUN" range. Grasp starter cord handle. Pull rope out slowly until you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTES Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage...
... restarting a warm engine after 3 attempts with combined control in the "FAST" position, move combined control to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To avoid this engine in "RUN" range. Grasp starter cord handle. Pull rope out slowly until you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). NOTES Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids potential damage...
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... to "NO CHOKE" position: a. NOTES Generator and Water Pump applications may have the independent choke lever mounted on the engine. NOTES Following the instructions listed in "RUN" range. Finally, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. If engine does NOT start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 3. If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown...
... to "NO CHOKE" position: a. NOTES Generator and Water Pump applications may have the independent choke lever mounted on the engine. NOTES Following the instructions listed in "RUN" range. Finally, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. If engine does NOT start or troubleshoot this risk, carefully follow these instructions: 3. If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown...
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... oil container under oil drain plug (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. A. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. • Change oil after use and remove ignition key, if provided. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 9. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved container. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Fill with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches...
... oil container under oil drain plug (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Oil Filter. A. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. • Change oil after use and remove ignition key, if provided. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 9. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved container. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely. 8. Fill with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches...
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... and linkage with wire feeler gauge and set gap to prevent damage when removing air cleaner cover. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Cooling Fins 2. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. 1 1. .030 in . (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 21 2. Air Inlet 4. Air Cleaner Cover 5. Porcelain 181-1132-14 Figure 23. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12...
... and linkage with wire feeler gauge and set gap to prevent damage when removing air cleaner cover. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Cooling Fins 2. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. 1 1. .030 in . (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 21 2. Air Inlet 4. Air Cleaner Cover 5. Porcelain 181-1132-14 Figure 23. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12...
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...Filter Removal/Installation 1. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. 5. Wing Nuts Figure 24. Wrap in extremely dusty conditions. Servicing Paper Filters Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be cleaned or replaced. Remove air cleaner cover while lifting upward then outward. 3. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. D. Install wings nuts and tighten securely. 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Factory settings are needed, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. If adjustments are satisfactory for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Cleaning/Replacing Air...
...Filter Removal/Installation 1. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. 5. Wing Nuts Figure 24. Wrap in extremely dusty conditions. Servicing Paper Filters Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be cleaned or replaced. Remove air cleaner cover while lifting upward then outward. 3. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. D. Install wings nuts and tighten securely. 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Factory settings are needed, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. If adjustments are satisfactory for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Cleaning/Replacing Air...
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...gasoline in the fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is likely that your carburetor will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. Remove grass clippings, dirt and ...open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover and/or blower housing. If you DO NOT have an open bed of ignition such as an open trailer or open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Drain...
...gasoline in the fuel tank inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is likely that your carburetor will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. Remove grass clippings, dirt and ...open vehicle, such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Clean Engine Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover and/or blower housing. If you DO NOT have an open bed of ignition such as an open trailer or open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Drain...
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... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in the following method below: NOTES TecumsehPower Company recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you operate the engine during storage. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from carburetor. DO NOT attempt to manufacturer's instructions. 2. Extended Storage...
... Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-1132-14 Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in the following method below: NOTES TecumsehPower Company recommends using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you operate the engine during storage. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from carburetor. DO NOT attempt to manufacturer's instructions. 2. Extended Storage...
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... Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. See "A. For example, it away from spark plug. II. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is equipped with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from spraying from metal parts where arcing...
... Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. See "A. For example, it away from spark plug. II. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it is equipped with a DC electric starter. • Turn all engine switches to use of clean engine oil into spark plug hole. 4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from spraying from metal parts where arcing...
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See Table 5. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Pre-Filter Change Oil Replace Paper and Oil Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 50 Hours or 3 Months Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 100 Hours or...
See Table 5. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil Check Oil Level Clean Cooling Fins Clean Foam Pre-Filter Change Oil Replace Paper and Oil Filter Check Spark Plug Replace Spark Plug After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Every 50 Hours or 3 Months Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 100 Hours or...
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... new TecumsehPower engines. In other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will be responsible for diagnosis, parts and labor. As the small off -road engine owner, you by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. Both the ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company Warranty describe important rights and obligations with all scheduled maintenance. The purchaser shall be repaired or replaced...
... new TecumsehPower engines. In other emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will be responsible for diagnosis, parts and labor. As the small off -road engine owner, you by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. Both the ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company Warranty describe important rights and obligations with all scheduled maintenance. The purchaser shall be repaired or replaced...
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... new engine or equipment is only applicable to modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is delivered to the first scheduled replacement point for such emissions-related part. 4. A statement in the Operator's Manual shall be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company according to the effect of "repair or replace as required maintenance in such written instructions to Subsection 4 below . If the part...
... new engine or equipment is only applicable to modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is delivered to the first scheduled replacement point for such emissions-related part. 4. A statement in the Operator's Manual shall be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower Company according to the effect of "repair or replace as required maintenance in such written instructions to Subsection 4 below . If the part...
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... power any vehicle in an Instruction Manual for three (3) year consumer use or abuse of the new TecumsehPower engine or part. Warranty service can be determined by notation of any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet (any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part...
... power any vehicle in an Instruction Manual for three (3) year consumer use or abuse of the new TecumsehPower engine or part. Warranty service can be determined by notation of any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet (any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part...