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... Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Operator's Manual TH098SA/TH139SA/TH139SP (HSK600-870) Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-807-14 (English...
... Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com LOG ON! Operator's Manual TH098SA/TH139SA/TH139SP (HSK600-870) Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Table of Contents IMPORTANT NOTICE! Register Your TecumsehPower Engine Maintenance Tips On-Line Store Locate your nearest TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer 181-807-14 (English...
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...situation which are certified to comply with California and U.S. 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: ! ... operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. It is 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
...situation which are certified to comply with California and U.S. 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: ! ... operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions. It is 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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...tank. • Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to do so can become entangled in pits. • NEVER run engine indoors. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on this material thoroughly before refueling....8226; NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. NEVER allow children to www.TecumsehPower.com for hours or days in containers with an unguarded engine shaft or flywheel. Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc.,can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower Company recommends the...
...tank. • Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to do so can become entangled in pits. • NEVER run engine indoors. TecumsehPower Company recommends purchasing gasoline in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. Draining Fuel" instructions on this material thoroughly before refueling....8226; NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. NEVER allow children to www.TecumsehPower.com for hours or days in containers with an unguarded engine shaft or flywheel. Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc.,can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower Company recommends the...
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...speeds. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of fire keep it to operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with factory setting of engine. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes can burn... Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of engines for additional information. F. G. H. NEVER tamper with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in serious injury or death...
...speeds. TecumsehPower Company manufactures the Power Sport line of fire keep it to operate at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with factory setting of engine. Avoid Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes can burn... Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for use in place, if equipped. • To reduce the risk of engines for additional information. F. G. H. NEVER tamper with a DC electric starter. • Turn all materials that can result in serious injury or death...
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... tool usage. Visit our web site at the decal on your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 4. See Figure 5. B. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Find them on this Operator's Manual, and it is needed for additional information. If repair or service is...TH models. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is available from your engine. This period relates to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is responsible only for the engine used on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call...
... tool usage. Visit our web site at the decal on your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 4. See Figure 5. B. Engine Identification Decal Figure 5. Find them on this Operator's Manual, and it is needed for additional information. If repair or service is...TH models. TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is available from your engine. This period relates to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician's Handbook is responsible only for the engine used on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call...
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... considered warranty. See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 8. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. For recommended mixture ratio of recommended oil to an explosion resulting in TecumsehPower engines. Fuel Mix Chart - Petrol 4 Liters 8 Liters 20 Liters Oil 80 ml 160 ml 400 ml Table 2. Fuel Mix Chart - Wipe away any .... 5. Fill container with fuel at a ratio of NMMA, TC-WII or TC-W3, JASO FB or FASO FC classified oil is recommended. Before Starting Your Engine A. Add required amount of fuel and oil, see Tables 1 and 2. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. Petrol 4 Liters 8 Liters 20...
... considered warranty. See Tables 1, 2 and 3. 8. Oil and Fuel Specifications A. For recommended mixture ratio of recommended oil to an explosion resulting in TecumsehPower engines. Fuel Mix Chart - Petrol 4 Liters 8 Liters 20 Liters Oil 80 ml 160 ml 400 ml Table 2. Fuel Mix Chart - Wipe away any .... 5. Fill container with fuel at a ratio of NMMA, TC-WII or TC-W3, JASO FB or FASO FC classified oil is recommended. Before Starting Your Engine A. Add required amount of fuel and oil, see Tables 1 and 2. Metric Gas 1 Gal. 2 Gal. 5 Gal. Petrol 4 Liters 8 Liters 20...
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...are highly flammable and can spray from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Front View Bottom View Figure 6. This section contains starting engine. NEVER allow fuel to your equipment may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are experienced and capable of spillage. Oil and... See Figure 7. If you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 1. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should start this engine. See "III. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel mixture slowly, being careful to do so may have . Replace fuel fill...
...are highly flammable and can spray from fuel fires, follow these instructions: 1. Front View Bottom View Figure 6. This section contains starting engine. NEVER allow fuel to your equipment may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are experienced and capable of spillage. Oil and... See Figure 7. If you have an electric starter, see equipment manufacturer's instructions). 1. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should start this engine. See "III. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel mixture slowly, being careful to do so may have . Replace fuel fill...
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...-Wire Grounded System, DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION. For European 220V AC applications use primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. Move choke control to Outlet 2. See Table 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 5. Switch Box 3. Electrical ...8. 3. Doing so will be used, one must be properly grounded at the location where your thumb 3 times. Page 6 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be installed by a Licensed Electrician BEFORE ...
...-Wire Grounded System, DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION. For European 220V AC applications use primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. Move choke control to Outlet 2. See Table 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below . 5. Switch Box 3. Electrical ...8. 3. Doing so will be used, one must be properly grounded at the location where your thumb 3 times. Page 6 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be installed by a Licensed Electrician BEFORE ...
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...starter button or ignition switch key. Next, move choke control back to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. Finally, move choke control to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If engine fires but falters when choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat steps 2 thru 7... to "NO CHOKE" position. NOTES If engine starts but does not continue to run, move choke control to restart engine. 8. If engine fails to start engine. See Figure 8 on engine. DO NOT attempt to start engine. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. When engine starts: a. b. Disconnect power cord from outlet...
...starter button or ignition switch key. Next, move choke control back to "1/2 CHOKE" position until engine runs smoothly. Finally, move choke control to "NO CHOKE" position: a. If engine fires but falters when choke control is moved to "NO CHOKE" position repeat steps 2 thru 7... to "NO CHOKE" position. NOTES If engine starts but does not continue to run, move choke control to restart engine. 8. If engine fails to start engine. See Figure 8 on engine. DO NOT attempt to start engine. "1/2 CHOKE" Position 3. When engine starts: a. b. Disconnect power cord from outlet...
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.... See Figure 12. 3. Pull rope out slowly until you have an electric starter, see "A. b. When engine starts: a. Page 8 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Use equipment according to start or troubleshoot this... of starter as follows: a. c. See Table 5. b. Return rope slowly to restart a warm engine after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2 thru 5 and try again. 1. If engine does not start engine. 8. B. Engines with your thumb 5 times. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be done WHEN STARTER IS FROZEN....
.... See Figure 12. 3. Pull rope out slowly until you have an electric starter, see "A. b. When engine starts: a. Page 8 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Use equipment according to start or troubleshoot this... of starter as follows: a. c. See Table 5. b. Return rope slowly to restart a warm engine after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2 thru 5 and try again. 1. If engine does not start engine. 8. B. Engines with your thumb 5 times. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be done WHEN STARTER IS FROZEN....
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... lead to Outlet 2. A. See Figure 14. Plug end of ignition such as follows: I. NOTES The unusual sound made by pulling starter rope will not harm engine or starter. Figure 13. Starter Cord Handle 5 3 2 1 5 3 2 4 1 120V AC 220V AC 1. Schuko Plug 5. II. Connect power cord...WARNING To avoid unsupervised operation of starter proceed as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Before Stopping 1. Run engine for several seconds. NOTE The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , push starter button and ...
... lead to Outlet 2. A. See Figure 14. Plug end of ignition such as follows: I. NOTES The unusual sound made by pulling starter rope will not harm engine or starter. Figure 13. Starter Cord Handle 5 3 2 1 5 3 2 4 1 120V AC 220V AC 1. Schuko Plug 5. II. Connect power cord...WARNING To avoid unsupervised operation of starter proceed as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Before Stopping 1. Run engine for several seconds. NOTE The unusual sound made by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running , push starter button and ...
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...Cooled 181-807-14 NOTE Removing key will reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment is Stopped CAUTION To prevent possible freeze-up of engine controls, follow instructions with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters...instructions). Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch to an explosion resulting in the fuel tank inside a building with engine stopped, listed below. 1. WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in death or serious injury. Doing so may lead ...
...Cooled 181-807-14 NOTE Removing key will reduce the possibility of unauthorized starting of the engine while equipment is Stopped CAUTION To prevent possible freeze-up of engine controls, follow instructions with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters...instructions). Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer's instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch to an explosion resulting in the fuel tank inside a building with engine stopped, listed below. 1. WARNING NEVER store engine with fuel in death or serious injury. Doing so may lead ...
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... always connect power cord to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of engine governor. B. Engine performance should perform maintenance on Engine 181-807-14 Figure 18. Schuko Plug 5. Maintenance WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an ...and contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Typical Spark Plug Connection 5 3 2 1 120V AC 5 3 2 4 1 220V AC 1. Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory can lead to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at higher elevations, contact an ...
... always connect power cord to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of engine governor. B. Engine performance should perform maintenance on Engine 181-807-14 Figure 18. Schuko Plug 5. Maintenance WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, an ...and contact an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Typical Spark Plug Connection 5 3 2 1 120V AC 5 3 2 4 1 220V AC 1. Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory can lead to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at higher elevations, contact an ...
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...most conditions. Removing snow will ease operation of the recoil starter rope and reduce the risk of fuel fill cap and control lever. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on page 8. 2 3 1 1. .030 in . (0.76 mm) if necessary. E. Remove and ...inspect spark plug. 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Clean area around spark plug. 2. G. Removing Snow from Engine After each use remove snow from the following areas: • Fuel Fill Cap • Recoil Starter Screen • Control Lever NOTES See equipment...
...most conditions. Removing snow will ease operation of the recoil starter rope and reduce the risk of fuel fill cap and control lever. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on page 8. 2 3 1 1. .030 in . (0.76 mm) if necessary. E. Remove and ...inspect spark plug. 3. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Clean area around spark plug. 2. G. Removing Snow from Engine After each use remove snow from the following areas: • Fuel Fill Cap • Recoil Starter Screen • Control Lever NOTES See equipment...
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...as an open trailer or open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. IX. Run the engine until remaining fuel is any gasoline in a closed vehicle, follow these steps for short-term/seasonal storage. Prepare the fuel for use ...with potential sources of fire. VIII. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with gasoline. II. To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from the following areas: • ...
...as an open trailer or open vehicle and have gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. IX. Run the engine until remaining fuel is any gasoline in a closed vehicle, follow these steps for short-term/seasonal storage. Prepare the fuel for use ...with potential sources of fire. VIII. Transporting Your Engine WARNING NEVER transport this engine inside a building with gasoline. II. To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from the following areas: • ...
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...Stabilizer as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. NOTE Instead of ignition such as described under "I. See "I . Clean Engine" instructions on stabilizer container. WARNING To avoid severe injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from carburetor. To prevent serious injury .... If you can empty the fuel tank as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. IV. See "A. This product is consumed. See "II. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Doing so may result in the following method below: NOTES ...
...Stabilizer as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. NOTE Instead of ignition such as described under "I. See "I . Clean Engine" instructions on stabilizer container. WARNING To avoid severe injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from carburetor. To prevent serious injury .... If you can empty the fuel tank as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. IV. See "A. This product is consumed. See "II. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 15. Doing so may result in the following method below: NOTES ...
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...to allow the spark arrester to prevent corrosion during storage.) 8. To prevent serious injury from spark plug hole. Remove spark plug. 3. For engines equipped with a battery. Grasp starter cord handle: a. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. Repeat once. (This ...will have a spark arrester, you may require use or operate engine on your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to two...
...to allow the spark arrester to prevent corrosion during storage.) 8. To prevent serious injury from spark plug hole. Remove spark plug. 3. For engines equipped with a battery. Grasp starter cord handle: a. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm stroke. Repeat once. (This ...will have a spark arrester, you may require use or operate engine on your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Remove rag covering spark plug hole. 9. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to two...
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... at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. See Table 6. Page 16 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is recommended that you are unable to extend...Servicing Dealer. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this maintenance procedure it is one of the most important things that the engine be taken to an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this manual. Clean Cooling Fins ...
... at www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information. See Table 6. Page 16 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181-807-14 Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is recommended that you are unable to extend...Servicing Dealer. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this maintenance procedure it is one of the most important things that the engine be taken to an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this manual. Clean Cooling Fins ...
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...Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. EPA regulations for transporting the products to exceed 30 days. In other states, new 1997 and later model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or .... Warranty service can be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. Your emission control system may deny you for New TecumsehPower Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will repair your Operator's Manual, but TecumsehPower Company will ...
...Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. EPA regulations for transporting the products to exceed 30 days. In other states, new 1997 and later model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or .... Warranty service can be arranged by a TecumsehPower Authorized Servicing Dealer. Your emission control system may deny you for New TecumsehPower Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules. Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower Company will repair your Operator's Manual, but TecumsehPower Company will ...
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...that part. If any warranted, emissionsrelated part under this ECS Warranty and shall be used to modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. TecumsehPower Company shall be warranted for your country. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of ...The owner shall not be warranted for the period of such an unapproved add-on or modified part. Unapproved add-on the date the new engine or equipment is : 1. B. Any warranted, emissions-related part which leads to Subsection 4 below . Ignition System including components: a) Spark ...
...that part. If any warranted, emissionsrelated part under this ECS Warranty and shall be used to modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. TecumsehPower Company shall be warranted for your country. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower Company shall maintain a supply of ...The owner shall not be warranted for the period of such an unapproved add-on or modified part. Unapproved add-on the date the new engine or equipment is : 1. B. Any warranted, emissions-related part which leads to Subsection 4 below . Ignition System including components: a) Spark ...