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... I. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com Register Your Tecumseh Engine Maintenance Tips Parts Look-Up System Great Tecumseh Apparel LOG ON! How to Get Service 3 III. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 8 VII. Oil... and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer Location 181-1277-14 (English) 1/01/08 Maintenance Intervals 14 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement .......... ...
... I. General Safety Precautions 1 II. Warranty Information 22 Visit our web site at www.TecumsehPower.com Register Your Tecumseh Engine Maintenance Tips Parts Look-Up System Great Tecumseh Apparel LOG ON! How to Get Service 3 III. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage 8 VII. Oil... and Fuel Specifications 4 IV. Nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer Location 181-1277-14 (English) 1/01/08 Maintenance Intervals 14 California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement .......... ...
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... (if so equipped). CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which if not avoided, could result in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181...U.S. It is it associated or affiliated in equipment or property damage. Tecumseh Power Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of Tecumseh Products Company and are certified to comply with operating, maintenance, components and...
... (if so equipped). CAUTION Indicates a potential situation which if not avoided, could result in any way with Tecumseh Products Company. ©Copyright 2006 Tecumseh Power Company All Rights Reserved Page ii Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled 181...U.S. It is it associated or affiliated in equipment or property damage. Tecumseh Power Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is recommended that you take special notice of Tecumseh Products Company and are certified to comply with operating, maintenance, components and...
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...Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are properly guarded, DO NOT use your engine; To empty fuel tank see equipment manufacturer's manual). Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should start the engine. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 5. • An adult should... is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may provide information about who is running . Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can explode. Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in place. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 C. See "B....
...Gasoline Fires Gasoline (fuel) vapors are properly guarded, DO NOT use your engine; To empty fuel tank see equipment manufacturer's manual). Tecumseh recommends the following: • An adult should start the engine. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 5. • An adult should... is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may provide information about who is running . Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can explode. Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in place. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 1 C. See "B....
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... that can lead to a runaway engine and cause it away from muffler and rest of engine governor. ! H. Yellow Compression Relief Valve Figure 3. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of this engine on fun-carts, go to www.TecumsehPower.com for use in long dry grass or other engine...of fire keep it to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. Switch in any way. Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to operate at ...
... that can lead to a runaway engine and cause it away from muffler and rest of engine governor. ! H. Yellow Compression Relief Valve Figure 3. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of this engine on fun-carts, go to www.TecumsehPower.com for use in long dry grass or other engine...of fire keep it to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at unsafe speeds. Switch in any way. Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go -karts or mini-bikes could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to operate at ...
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... 4. Emissions Decal TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK TC SERIES 2 -CYCLE ENGINES Figure 6. Engine Identification Decal A sample decal located on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. This period relates to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service not covered in the spaces provided for.... For example, TM049XA models are designated as part no. 694782 for the emissionsrelated useful life period of manufacture (D.O.M.). Tecumseh Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and who have a general understanding of internal combustion engines and...
... 4. Emissions Decal TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK TC SERIES 2 -CYCLE ENGINES Figure 6. Engine Identification Decal A sample decal located on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. This period relates to Get Service For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service not covered in the spaces provided for.... For example, TM049XA models are designated as part no. 694782 for the emissionsrelated useful life period of manufacture (D.O.M.). Tecumseh Technician's Handbook If you have had adequate training, experience and who have a general understanding of internal combustion engines and...
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...2 Gal. 5 Gal. NOTES DO NOT mix fuel and oil directly in a well-ventilated area. 2. You may cause internal engine damage. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for all other applications. Oil 5 oz. 11 oz. 27 oz. Use of fuel and oil, see Table 1 for ice augers and Table... 2 for Tecumseh Oil. 1. Be sure container is outdoors and in fuel tank. S.I . B. Shake container vigorously. 6. S.I . For recommended mixture ratio of NMMA, TC-...
...2 Gal. 5 Gal. NOTES DO NOT mix fuel and oil directly in a well-ventilated area. 2. You may cause internal engine damage. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for all other applications. Oil 5 oz. 11 oz. 27 oz. Use of fuel and oil, see Table 1 for ice augers and Table... 2 for Tecumseh Oil. 1. Be sure container is outdoors and in fuel tank. S.I . B. Shake container vigorously. 6. S.I . For recommended mixture ratio of NMMA, TC-...
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... 1. Optional Air Vents 181-1277-14 Figure 9. To prevent injury or death from engine. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement fuel fill cap. Move machine away from area of debris. C. Be sure air vent on page 6. 3. Starter Cord Handle 4. If fuel mixture is outdoors...
... 1. Optional Air Vents 181-1277-14 Figure 9. To prevent injury or death from engine. NOTE Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a genuine Tecumseh replacement fuel fill cap. Move machine away from area of debris. C. Be sure air vent on page 6. 3. Starter Cord Handle 4. If fuel mixture is outdoors...
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... manufacturer's instructions). To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine, DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. V. Starting Your Engine WARNING An adult should start engine without pushing in any other way. For example: • DO NOT use starting fluid...
... manufacturer's instructions). To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine, DO NOT attempt to "FULL CHOKE" position (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. V. Starting Your Engine WARNING An adult should start engine without pushing in any other way. For example: • DO NOT use starting fluid...
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... steps 2 thru 7 to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 9, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Full Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3.
... steps 2 thru 7 to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 9, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Full Choke 2. 1/2 Choke 3.
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Move remote control on equipment, or any ignition stop switch on engine, to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is running. WARNING To prevent accidental starting when working on fuel fill cap, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on this engine. Doing so may result in bruised fingers and accidental equipment movement which could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to "STOP" or "OFF" (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 18. • ...
Move remote control on equipment, or any ignition stop switch on engine, to the grounding post, if provided. • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is running. WARNING To prevent accidental starting when working on fuel fill cap, if present (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on this engine. Doing so may result in bruised fingers and accidental equipment movement which could occur. • Attach the spark plug wire to "STOP" or "OFF" (see equipment manufacturer's instructions). See Figure 18. • ...
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... Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 50 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. 2 1 I 3 3 + 4 5 6 1. Resistor Spark Plug 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical ...Levers • Linkage Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of operation. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for replacement. Air Inlets 2. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Muffler Guard 5. A. See Figure 19. trodes are...
... Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 50 operating hours. 1. Replace spark plug if porcelain is recommended that the engine be used for a Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. 2 1 I 3 3 + 4 5 6 1. Resistor Spark Plug 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical ...Levers • Linkage Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of operation. Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for replacement. Air Inlets 2. Install spark plug and tighten securely. Muffler Guard 5. A. See Figure 19. trodes are...
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... follow these cleaning instructions below: 1. III. Foam Filter 3. Filter Cover Figure 21. Factory settings are needed, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. I . Battery See equipment manufacturer's instructions for most conditions. NOTE Contact your carburetor needs adjusting, see "II. See... 21. 2. Remove flocked screen. 6. Install foam filter. 10. Rinse thoroughly until water is present, see the nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Servicing Flocked Screens 1. Air dry. NOTE DO NOT put oil on a flocked screen. 7. Page 10 Two-...
... follow these cleaning instructions below: 1. III. Foam Filter 3. Filter Cover Figure 21. Factory settings are needed, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. I . Battery See equipment manufacturer's instructions for most conditions. NOTE Contact your carburetor needs adjusting, see "II. See... 21. 2. Remove flocked screen. 6. Install foam filter. 10. Rinse thoroughly until water is present, see the nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Servicing Flocked Screens 1. Air dry. NOTE DO NOT put oil on a flocked screen. 7. Page 10 Two-...
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WARNING If there is not necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 Run the engine until remaining fuel is any enclosed space if there is consumed. Extended Storage" instructions on page 12. If you operate the engine during all 4 seasons, it is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Empty fuel tank by mouth. 2....
WARNING If there is not necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 11 Run the engine until remaining fuel is any enclosed space if there is consumed. Extended Storage" instructions on page 12. If you operate the engine during all 4 seasons, it is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Empty fuel tank by mouth. 2....
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... Fuel Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. To prevent serious injury from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Extended Storage" instructions. Short Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. See "II. III. It is consumed. B. Run engine ... Run the engine while waiting until it to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. This product is running engine until the remaining fuel is not necessary to do so may result in enclosed areas. 3.
... Fuel Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel. To prevent serious injury from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Extended Storage" instructions. Short Term/Seasonal Storage" instructions on page 13. See "II. III. It is consumed. B. Run engine ... Run the engine while waiting until it to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by mouth. 1. This product is running engine until the remaining fuel is not necessary to do so may result in enclosed areas. 3.
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...plug. 3. Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of a spark arrester to Step 5. If your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to prevent fires. Connected Disconnected Figure 22. See Figure 22. • Keep the... during storage.) 6. Repeat once. (This will have a spark arrester, you may require use or operate engine on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. NOTE Connect spark plug wire before attempting to Step 6. 5. In some cases the muffler may spray from spark plug...
...plug. 3. Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of a spark arrester to Step 5. If your engine does not have a spark arrester cover that reads "Tecumseh Screen Type 36085". For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to prevent fires. Connected Disconnected Figure 22. See Figure 22. • Keep the... during storage.) 6. Repeat once. (This will have a spark arrester, you may require use or operate engine on your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. NOTE Connect spark plug wire before attempting to Step 6. 5. In some cases the muffler may spray from spark plug...
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... Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Replace Flocked Screen Replace Spark Plug Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports 5 hrs. You may also call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to extend the life of the most important things that you are ...unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your dealer. See Table 4. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is one of your Tecumseh Engine. or seasonally 50 hrs. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed. or seasonally 50 hrs. Clean Cooling Fins Date Owner/Dealer Date ...
... Cooling Fins Clean Foam Filter Replace Flocked Screen Replace Spark Plug Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports 5 hrs. You may also call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to extend the life of the most important things that you are ...unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself, contact your dealer. See Table 4. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance is one of your Tecumseh Engine. or seasonally 50 hrs. ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed. or seasonally 50 hrs. Clean Cooling Fins Date Owner/Dealer Date ...
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Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that the engine be taken to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Replace Spark Plug Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/...
Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports NOTE For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that the engine be taken to an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled Page 15 Replace Spark Plug Date Owner/Dealer Date Owner/...
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...-related part on your new engine. S. Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Power Company will be aware that references "Emissions Regulations". The Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for transporting the products to California law. The warranty repairs should , however, be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant to and from the place where the...
...-related part on your new engine. S. Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Power Company will be aware that references "Emissions Regulations". The Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for transporting the products to California law. The warranty repairs should , however, be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant to and from the place where the...
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... Assembly including components a) Breather connection tube 6. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to the owner. B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Power Company warrants to conform with an emissions compliance statement and decal that a part covered by the ECS Warranty. 7. Designed,...scheduled only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator's Manual shall be identical in all applicable regulations adopted by Tecumseh Power Company according to the determination that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal...
... Assembly including components a) Breather connection tube 6. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to the owner. B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Power Company warrants to conform with an emissions compliance statement and decal that a part covered by the ECS Warranty. 7. Designed,...scheduled only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator's Manual shall be identical in all applicable regulations adopted by Tecumseh Power Company according to the determination that references "Emissions Regulations". 181-1277-14 Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal...
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... housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service items which is found, upon examination by any Tecumseh product or parts. and Canada 90 Day(1) 1 Year(1) 1 Year(1) 2 Years(2) 2 Years 2 'n 10(3) 2 'n 10(3) 3 Years "COMMERCIAL USE"...for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of a Tecumseh Product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to the State of any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by the original retail purchaser. (5) For ...
... housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service items which is found, upon examination by any Tecumseh product or parts. and Canada 90 Day(1) 1 Year(1) 1 Year(1) 2 Years(2) 2 Years 2 'n 10(3) 2 'n 10(3) 3 Years "COMMERCIAL USE"...for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of a Tecumseh Product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to the State of any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by the original retail purchaser. (5) For ...