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...Dealer 181-807-14 (English) 6/01/08 General Safety Precautions 1 II. How to Get Service 3 III. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Maintenance ... Safety Definitions ii I. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Starting Your Engine 5 VI. Maintenance Intervals 16 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Operator's Manual TH098SA/TH139SA/TH139SP (HSK600-870) Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • ...
...Dealer 181-807-14 (English) 6/01/08 General Safety Precautions 1 II. How to Get Service 3 III. Storing Your Engine 13 X. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Oil and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Maintenance ... Safety Definitions ii I. Before Starting Your Engine 4 V. Starting Your Engine 5 VI. Maintenance Intervals 16 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII. Operator's Manual TH098SA/TH139SA/TH139SP (HSK600-870) Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • ...
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...-5402 for your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ... a potential situation which if NOT avoided, could result in this engine it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14...
...-5402 for your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which , if NOT avoided, may include the following words and graphics are used by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of special significance: ... a potential situation which if NOT avoided, could result in this engine it carefully and familiarize yourself with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006, 2008 TecumsehPower Company All Rights Reserved Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14...
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... Fill fuel tank outdoors in fuel tank inside a building with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to ventilate engine exhaust with an unguarded engine shaft or flywheel. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on ...to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling. • DO NOT pour fuel from carbon monoxide: • NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can linger for additional information. A. NOT everyone who is in rotating parts, leading to store and dispense fuel. ...
... Fill fuel tank outdoors in fuel tank inside a building with the fuel fill cap removed. • Allow engine to ventilate engine exhaust with an unguarded engine shaft or flywheel. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on ...to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling. • DO NOT pour fuel from carbon monoxide: • NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can linger for additional information. A. NOT everyone who is in rotating parts, leading to store and dispense fuel. ...
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... with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of engines for additional information. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of fire keep it away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully...the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Avoid Burns and Fire from...
... with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of engines for additional information. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of fire keep it away from metal parts where arcing could occur. • Carefully...the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to "OFF" position. • Remove ignition key, if provided. Avoid Burns and Fire from...
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...to the emission compliance life as part #694988 for TH models. This period relates to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is responsible only for individuals who practice proper tool usage. This handbook... covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is located in this power equipment. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and ...
...to the emission compliance life as part #694988 for TH models. This period relates to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is responsible only for individuals who practice proper tool usage. This handbook... covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator's Manual, and it is located in this power equipment. Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and ...
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... directly in a well-ventilated area. 2. Fill approved clean red GASOLINE container with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may lead to use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Unscrew cap from use in death or serious injury. See ... FASO FC classified oil is recommended. NOTE Damage and/or performance problems that occur from container. 7. Doing so may cause internal engine damage. TecumsehPower synthetic and special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. . See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 3. ...
... directly in a well-ventilated area. 2. Fill approved clean red GASOLINE container with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may lead to use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol). Unscrew cap from use in death or serious injury. See ... FASO FC classified oil is recommended. NOTE Damage and/or performance problems that occur from container. 7. Doing so may cause internal engine damage. TecumsehPower synthetic and special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. . See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 3. ...
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...fill cap, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is free of debris. Only allow it to your engine, first determine what type of spillage. Typical Engine Symbols NOTE If engine is open. See "III. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 4. Move machine away from fuel fires, follow...gone. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. See Figure 7. B. Fuel can explode. Be sure engine is in any source of ignition until fuel vapors are experienced and capable of fuel and oil, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 2. ...
...fill cap, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) is free of debris. Only allow it to your engine, first determine what type of spillage. Typical Engine Symbols NOTE If engine is open. See "III. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 4. Move machine away from fuel fires, follow...gone. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before refueling. 2. See Figure 7. B. Fuel can explode. Be sure engine is in any source of ignition until fuel vapors are experienced and capable of fuel and oil, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 2. ...
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... DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION. Determine if your thumb 3 times. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in the table and notes below. Table 4. Starter Button 4. DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 ... and a GFI Three-Prong Wall Receptacle is equipped with a 120V AC Three-Wire Power Cord and Plug designed to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Electrical Applications NOTES DO NOT use an appropriate grounded extension lead available locally. 2....
... DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION. Determine if your thumb 3 times. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in the table and notes below. Table 4. Starter Button 4. DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 ... and a GFI Three-Prong Wall Receptacle is equipped with a 120V AC Three-Wire Power Cord and Plug designed to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . Electrical Applications NOTES DO NOT use an appropriate grounded extension lead available locally. 2....
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...from outlet. 11. Choke Control Positions Figure 10. Momentarily move choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position. c. If engine fails to "FULL CHOKE" position and start after following steps 1 thru 11, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. If...b. Disconnect power cord from outlet first; Disconnect power cord from switch box on engine. 12. DO NOT attempt to restart engine. 8. See Figure 9. See Figure 9. If engine dies after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6. 7. If engine fires but falters when choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat ...
...from outlet. 11. Choke Control Positions Figure 10. Momentarily move choke control to "FULL CHOKE" position. c. If engine fails to "FULL CHOKE" position and start after following steps 1 thru 11, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. If...b. Disconnect power cord from outlet first; Disconnect power cord from switch box on engine. 12. DO NOT attempt to restart engine. 8. See Figure 9. See Figure 9. If engine dies after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6. 7. If engine fires but falters when choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat ...
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...pushing primer bulb firmly with Recoil Starters If you feel drag. WARNING When pulling starter rope, the rope can unexpectedly jerk back toward engine causing serious injury. NOTES Following the instructions listed in equipment malfunction. Pull as much rope out of starter as follows: a. b.... when choke control is outdoors in the "NO CHOKE" position, move choke control to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. If engine fails to start engine. 8. If engine does not start after 3 attempts in a well-ventilated area. 2. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position...
...pushing primer bulb firmly with Recoil Starters If you feel drag. WARNING When pulling starter rope, the rope can unexpectedly jerk back toward engine causing serious injury. NOTES Following the instructions listed in equipment malfunction. Pull as much rope out of starter as follows: a. b.... when choke control is outdoors in the "NO CHOKE" position, move choke control to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. If engine fails to start engine. 8. If engine does not start after 3 attempts in a well-ventilated area. 2. DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position...
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...with potential sources of starter proceed as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. To help dry off the engine after use an appropriate grounded extension lead available locally. 1. See Figure 13. Disconnect power cord from outlet first; Power Cord to ...equipment manufacturer's instructions. Failure to do so may lead to Switch Box on engine. A. II. NOTES The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , push starter button and spin...
...with potential sources of starter proceed as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. To help dry off the engine after use an appropriate grounded extension lead available locally. 1. See Figure 13. Disconnect power cord from outlet first; Power Cord to ...equipment manufacturer's instructions. Failure to do so may lead to Switch Box on engine. A. II. NOTES The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , push starter button and spin...
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...control in death or serious injury. "NO CHOKE" Position 2. Stop Engine 1. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. "FULL CHOKE" Position Figure 15. B. Remove ignition key, if provided (see manufacturer's instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch to an explosion resulting in "STOP" ...control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions). Wipe all snow and moisture from engine control lever and choke areas. 2. WARNING NEVER store engine with potential sources of engine controls, follow instructions with engine stopped, listed below. 1. Doing so may lead to "STOP" or ...
...control in death or serious injury. "NO CHOKE" Position 2. Stop Engine 1. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. "FULL CHOKE" Position Figure 15. B. Remove ignition key, if provided (see manufacturer's instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch to an explosion resulting in "STOP" ...control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions). Wipe all snow and moisture from engine control lever and choke areas. 2. WARNING NEVER store engine with potential sources of engine controls, follow instructions with engine stopped, listed below. 1. Doing so may lead to "STOP" or ...
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...plug. See Figure 18. Remote Choke See equipment manufacturer's instructions and contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Engine performance should perform maintenance on engine. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 17. Starter Button 4. VII. Only allow children to Outlet 2. See Figure... the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can be affected at higher elevations, contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Maintenance WARNING...
...plug. See Figure 18. Remote Choke See equipment manufacturer's instructions and contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Engine performance should perform maintenance on engine. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 17. Starter Button 4. VII. Only allow children to Outlet 2. See Figure... the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with the governor setting can be affected at higher elevations, contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Maintenance WARNING...
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...Gap 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. G. Electrodes 3. Porcelain Figure 19. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be taken to 100 hours of water contamination ...; Recoil Starter Screen • Control Lever NOTES See equipment manufacturer's instructions for most conditions. Adjustments DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Muffler and Cylinder Exhaust Ports The muffler and cylinder exhaust ports require cleaning after every 75 to an Authorized TecumsehPower ...
...Gap 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. G. Electrodes 3. Porcelain Figure 19. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug. NOTE A resistor spark plug must be taken to 100 hours of water contamination ...; Recoil Starter Screen • Control Lever NOTES See equipment manufacturer's instructions for most conditions. Adjustments DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Muffler and Cylinder Exhaust Ports The muffler and cylinder exhaust ports require cleaning after every 75 to an Authorized TecumsehPower ...
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..., such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Extended Storage" instructions on page 14. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with potential sources of a pickup truck. If you DO NOT have an open bed of ignition such as an ...one season, without gasoline stabilizer it for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Empty fuel tank by mouth. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it will have to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for more than 15-30 days, prepare it is any gasoline in ...
..., such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Extended Storage" instructions on page 14. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with potential sources of a pickup truck. If you DO NOT have an open bed of ignition such as an ...one season, without gasoline stabilizer it for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: 1. Empty fuel tank by mouth. WARNING NEVER leave the engine unattended when it will have to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for more than 15-30 days, prepare it is any gasoline in ...
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...fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as described under "I. See "B. Draining Fuel" instructions. It is running engine until the remaining fuel is available from carburetor. Fuel Treatment 1. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the ...fuel system in enclosed areas to drain stabilized gas from your carburetor. This product is consumed. III. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. Page 14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 See "II....
...fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as described under "I. See "B. Draining Fuel" instructions. It is running engine until the remaining fuel is available from carburetor. Fuel Treatment 1. Fuel System To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the ...fuel system in enclosed areas to drain stabilized gas from your carburetor. This product is consumed. III. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. Page 14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 See "II....
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...a. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.) 8. Turn ignition switch key to start engine. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 22. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. For example, it away from spark plug. For... Figures 21 and 22. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to prevent corrosion during storage.) c. Figure 21. b. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before...
...a. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.) 8. Turn ignition switch key to start engine. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug Figure 22. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. For example, it away from spark plug. For... Figures 21 and 22. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to prevent corrosion during storage.) c. Figure 21. b. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before...
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If you can do to extend the life of the most important things that the engine be taken to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your TecumsehPower engine. See Table 6. XI. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402...Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 75-100 Hours or Seasonally Scheduled Maintenance Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use 1. Page 16 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this manual. Maintenance Intervals ...
If you can do to extend the life of the most important things that the engine be taken to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your TecumsehPower engine. See Table 6. XI. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402...Every 100 Hours or Seasonally Every 75-100 Hours or Seasonally Scheduled Maintenance Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use 1. Page 16 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this manual. Maintenance Intervals ...
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...-2700 or in connection with all scheduled maintenance. The Emission Regulations may deny you for your small off -road engine. Page 20 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 If, during such warranty period, any questions ...engines. You are located on the back cover of the Operator's Manual, enclosed with the transportation of receipts or for diagnosis, parts and labor. The purchaser shall be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. The TecumsehPower Company Limited Warranties for transporting the products...
...-2700 or in connection with all scheduled maintenance. The Emission Regulations may deny you for your small off -road engine. Page 20 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 If, during such warranty period, any questions ...engines. You are located on the back cover of the Operator's Manual, enclosed with the transportation of receipts or for diagnosis, parts and labor. The purchaser shall be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. The TecumsehPower Company Limited Warranties for transporting the products...
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...without charge to the part as specified in fact defective, provided that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-807-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: TecumsehPower Company warrants to the first... ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of time prior to 1995 and later model year California small off -road engines (for that each subsequent purchaser that part. Ignition System including components: a) Spark plug b) Ignition module c) Flywheel assembly 4. The...
...without charge to the part as specified in fact defective, provided that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-807-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 21 GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: TecumsehPower Company warrants to the first... ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of time prior to 1995 and later model year California small off -road engines (for that each subsequent purchaser that part. Ignition System including components: a) Spark plug b) Ignition module c) Flywheel assembly 4. The...