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Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 10 VII. Maintenance 10 VIII. Transporting Your Engine 13 IX. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 15 XI. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-887-14 (English) 6/01/08 Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. How to Get Service 3 III. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Safety Definitions ii I. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Maintenance Intervals 16 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20 Emission Control System ...
Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 10 VII. Maintenance 10 VIII. Transporting Your Engine 13 IX. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires 15 XI. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-887-14 (English) 6/01/08 Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. How to Get Service 3 III. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Safety Definitions ii I. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Maintenance Intervals 16 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20 Emission Control System ...
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...result in equipment or property damage. Follow these basic rules for additional information. Safety Definitions Statements in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air... situation which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it associated or affiliated in this manual, contact your personal ...
...result in equipment or property damage. Follow these basic rules for additional information. Safety Definitions Statements in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air... situation which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company. EPA emission regulations for future reference. • Read it associated or affiliated in this manual, contact your personal ...
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Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be sure the flywheel guard is in place. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in rotating parts, leading to the engine shaft. C. See "VII. The equipment manufacturer may provide information about who is running . To avoid serious injury or death, be present even if you DO NOT see or smell any symptoms of 2.5 gallons or less. Consult your engine; To empty the fuel tank, see equipment ...
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be sure the flywheel guard is in place. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in rotating parts, leading to the engine shaft. C. See "VII. The equipment manufacturer may provide information about who is running . To avoid serious injury or death, be present even if you DO NOT see or smell any symptoms of 2.5 gallons or less. Consult your engine; To empty the fuel tank, see equipment ...
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TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines for additional information. F. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to a runaway engine and cause it away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. H. DO NOT operate the engine without the muffler guard in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of fire ...
TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines for additional information. F. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always: • Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep all engine switches to a runaway engine and cause it away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. H. DO NOT operate the engine without the muffler guard in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of fire ...
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II. See Figure 4. NOTES Please look at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by the equipment manufacturer. 2083 TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE ENGINES EM LV195EA 361540D 4TPXS.1951BB 04015AA0001 195 ENGINE MODEL: SPEC: DOM: Figure 4. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by EPA and/or CARB. • OV ...
II. See Figure 4. NOTES Please look at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by the equipment manufacturer. 2083 TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE ENGINES EM LV195EA 361540D 4TPXS.1951BB 04015AA0001 195 ENGINE MODEL: SPEC: DOM: Figure 4. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by EPA and/or CARB. • OV ...
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In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of oil to fall below the "ADD" mark on dipstick. Be sure original container is tightened securely. CAUTION The use of fuels other than those listed in Table 2. • DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is marked A.P.I. Pints (1.83 liters). Pints (1.62 liters). B. Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be considered warranty. Before Starting Your Engine A. DO NOT allow oil level ...
In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of oil to fall below the "ADD" mark on dipstick. Be sure original container is tightened securely. CAUTION The use of fuels other than those listed in Table 2. • DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). See Figure 6. • Be sure oil fill cap/plug is marked A.P.I. Pints (1.83 liters). Pints (1.62 liters). B. Alternative fuels with fuel. • DO NOT use leaded fuel. • Fuel must be considered warranty. Before Starting Your Engine A. DO NOT allow oil level ...
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Unscrew oil fill cap from area of ignition until fuel vapors are highly flammable and can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 4. Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Wipe away any source of spillage. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are gone. 4 5 3 2 1 1. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. If fuel is upright and level. 2. Oil Filter (Optional) 7....
Unscrew oil fill cap from area of ignition until fuel vapors are highly flammable and can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 4. Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Wipe away any source of spillage. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are gone. 4 5 3 2 1 1. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. If fuel is upright and level. 2. Oil Filter (Optional) 7....
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In order to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start engine. 6. Engines with Electric Starters Only one of "CHOKE" or "START" position. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on starter rope with combined control in this engine. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following instructions in "FAST" position, move combined control lever to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Release starter button or ignition switch key. Finally, move combined control to "FAST" position. Engines with Electric Starters" ...
In order to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start engine. 6. Engines with Electric Starters Only one of "CHOKE" or "START" position. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on starter rope with combined control in this engine. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after following instructions in "FAST" position, move combined control lever to your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Release starter button or ignition switch key. Finally, move combined control to "FAST" position. Engines with Electric Starters" ...
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Move independent speed control to "FAST" position and set independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way . 12 3 1. Independent Speed and Choke Controls NOTES DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. When engine starts: a. Next, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position and start engine. 7. NOTES If engine starts, but does NOT continue to run, move independent choke control lever to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. If ...
Move independent speed control to "FAST" position and set independent choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way . 12 3 1. Independent Speed and Choke Controls NOTES DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds each attempt. When engine starts: a. Next, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position and start engine. 7. NOTES If engine starts, but does NOT continue to run, move independent choke control lever to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. If ...
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See Figure 15. b. c. NOTES Following the instructions listed in any other way. When engine starts: a. Next, move combined control back to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. Momentarily move combined control to "CHOKE" position b. Finally, move combined control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see "A. Combined Speed and Choke Control STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE Figure 14. Recoil Starter 5. See Figures 13 and 14. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after 3 pulls repeat steps 2 thru 3. 4. Pull rope out slowly until you have an ...
See Figure 15. b. c. NOTES Following the instructions listed in any other way. When engine starts: a. Next, move combined control back to desired speed in a well-ventilated area. 2. Momentarily move combined control to "CHOKE" position b. Finally, move combined control to "CHOKE" or "START" position, if present (see "A. Combined Speed and Choke Control STOP STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE Figure 14. Recoil Starter 5. See Figures 13 and 14. NOTE If restarting a warm engine after 3 pulls repeat steps 2 thru 3. 4. Pull rope out slowly until you have an ...
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See Figure 18. a. c. b. Finally, move independent choke control back to "FULL CHOKE" position. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position: a. Momentarily move independent speed control to restart engine. 6. If engine dies after independent choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position. 5. If engine fires but falters when independent choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat steps 2 thru 5 to desired speed in "RUN" range. Choke Control Speed Control Figure 16. "NO CHOKE" Position 2. ...
See Figure 18. a. c. b. Finally, move independent choke control back to "FULL CHOKE" position. NOTES If engine starts but does NOT continue to run, move independent choke control to "NO CHOKE" position: a. Momentarily move independent speed control to restart engine. 6. If engine dies after independent choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position. 5. If engine fires but falters when independent choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat steps 2 thru 5 to desired speed in "RUN" range. Choke Control Speed Control Figure 16. "NO CHOKE" Position 2. ...
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WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Only allow children to serious injury or death. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. more often if the engine is running. Engine should be changed more often if operated in the fuel tank inside a building with recommended oil. See Figure 19. Oil Filler Locations 5. See Figure 19. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. Page 10 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-887-14 Failure to do so may lead to : • Check oil level before ...
WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Only allow children to serious injury or death. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 2. more often if the engine is running. Engine should be changed more often if operated in the fuel tank inside a building with recommended oil. See Figure 19. Oil Filler Locations 5. See Figure 19. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 3. Page 10 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-887-14 Failure to do so may lead to : • Check oil level before ...
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NOTES Before removing air cleaner cover, see "I. Remove air cleaner cover and filters. Remove debris from Engine Before each use, remove the air cleaner cover. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Cooling Fins 2. Air Cleaner Cover 5. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Air Inlet 4. Electrodes 3. Porcelain 181-887-14 Figure 23. Removing Debris from air inlet, air cleaner cover and air intake screen. 3. DO NOT bend levers and linkage with wire feeler gauge and set gap to prevent damage when removing air cleaner ...
NOTES Before removing air cleaner cover, see "I. Remove air cleaner cover and filters. Remove debris from Engine Before each use, remove the air cleaner cover. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Cooling Fins 2. Air Cleaner Cover 5. Filter Removal/ Installation" instructions on page 12. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Air Inlet 4. Electrodes 3. Porcelain 181-887-14 Figure 23. Removing Debris from air inlet, air cleaner cover and air intake screen. 3. DO NOT bend levers and linkage with wire feeler gauge and set gap to prevent damage when removing air cleaner ...
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Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions. See Figure 24. 2. Remove air cleaner cover while lifting upward then outward. 3. Remove fasteners. 4. Remove and inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Install fasteners. 8. Fasteners 4. Engine performance should not be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY. If adjustments are satisfactory for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Wrap in any engine ...
Servicing Paper Filters" instructions. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions. See Figure 24. 2. Remove air cleaner cover while lifting upward then outward. 3. Remove fasteners. 4. Remove and inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. Install fasteners. 8. Fasteners 4. Engine performance should not be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY. If adjustments are satisfactory for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner. Servicing Foam Pre-Filter" and/or "II. Contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Wrap in any engine ...
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If there is to be stored for more than 15-30 days, prepare it is running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to an explosion resulting in a closed vehicle, follow these steps for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer, it is any enclosed space if there is likely that your carburetor will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. Empty fuel tank by mouth. WARNING fuel by using a commercially available suction device designed for extended storage. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it for short-term/seasonal storage....
If there is to be stored for more than 15-30 days, prepare it is running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to an explosion resulting in a closed vehicle, follow these steps for more than one season, without gasoline stabilizer, it is any enclosed space if there is likely that your carburetor will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. Empty fuel tank by mouth. WARNING fuel by using a commercially available suction device designed for extended storage. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it for short-term/seasonal storage....
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...-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. See "II. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from carburetor. DO NOT attempt to manufacturer's instructions. 2. This product is NOT necessary to reach carburetor. Failure to lubricate the cylinder bore. B. NOTE If you operate the engine during all four seasons, it is NOT...
...-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. See "II. Add fuel stabilizer according to pour fuel from carburetor. DO NOT attempt to manufacturer's instructions. 2. This product is NOT necessary to reach carburetor. Failure to lubricate the cylinder bore. B. NOTE If you operate the engine during all four seasons, it is NOT...
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Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of a spark arrester to prevent corrosion during storage.) 6. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. See Figures 25 and 26. III. IV. For example, it away from spark plug. Spark arrester must be installed. 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 In some cases the muffler may spray from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To prevent serious injury from grounding post, if provided. 8. NOTES For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to...
Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of a spark arrester to prevent corrosion during storage.) 6. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. See Figures 25 and 26. III. IV. For example, it away from spark plug. Spark arrester must be installed. 181-887-14 Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 In some cases the muffler may spray from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. To prevent serious injury from grounding post, if provided. 8. NOTES For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to...
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Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Check Oil Level Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Cooling Fins Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Foam Pre-Filter Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Change Oil Every 50 Hours or 3 Months Replace Paper and Oil Filter Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Check Spark Plug Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Replace Spark Plug Every 200 Hours or Seasonally Scheduled Maintenance ...
Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm Check Oil Level Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Cooling Fins Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use Clean Foam Pre-Filter Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Change Oil Every 50 Hours or 3 Months Replace Paper and Oil Filter Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Check Spark Plug Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Replace Spark Plug Every 200 Hours or Seasonally Scheduled Maintenance ...
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.... To the extent that TecumsehPower Company may be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. The purchaser shall pay any part(s) thereof submitted for transporting the products to provide written evidence of the performance of your new engine. If, during such warranty period, any emission-related part on the back cover of...
.... To the extent that TecumsehPower Company may be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. The purchaser shall pay any part(s) thereof submitted for transporting the products to provide written evidence of the performance of your new engine. If, during such warranty period, any emission-related part on the back cover of...
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GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: TecumsehPower Company warrants to the original, end-use purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each subsequent purchaser that each of its original, end-use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of a TecumsehPower engine caused by TecumsehPower Company according to meet the expected demand for the ECS Warranty Period. Such use voids this ECS Warranty shall be identical in all applicable regulations adopted by the ECS Warranty. 7. ...
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: TecumsehPower Company warrants to the original, end-use purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each subsequent purchaser that each of its original, end-use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of a TecumsehPower engine caused by TecumsehPower Company according to meet the expected demand for the ECS Warranty Period. Such use voids this ECS Warranty shall be identical in all applicable regulations adopted by the ECS Warranty. 7. ...