Tecumseh Automobile Parts LH358EA User Manual

Operator’s Manual

LH318XA (HM80-100)

LH358EA/LH358XA

Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions ...................................... ii

I. General Safety Precautions ........................................................... 1

II. How to Get Service ........................................................................ 3

III. Oil and Fuel Specifications ............................................................. 4

IV. Before Starting Your Engine ........................................................... 4

V. Starting Your Engine ...................................................................... 8

VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-T e rm Storage ........................... 12

VII. Maintenance ................................................................................ 12

VIII. Transporting Your Engine ............................................................. 15

IX. Storing your Engine ...................................................................... 15

X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires ................................... 17

XI. Maintenance Interval s................................................................... 18

California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 20

Emission Control System Warranty ............................................. 21

XII. Warranty Information ..................................................................... 22

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Maintenance Tips

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• NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors

in a well-ventilated area.

I. General Safety Precautions

• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.

! WARNING

• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container

to store and dispense fuel. TecumsehPower

Company recommends purchasing gasoline in

containers with a capacity of 2.5 gallons or less.

Small containers are easier to handle and help

eliminate spillage during refueling.

Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this

material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to

do so can result in serious injury or death. Consult your

local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call

1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for

additional information.

• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by

mouth. To empty the fuel tank, see "I. Draining Fuel"

instructions on page 16.

A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling

and Maintenance

All engine exhaust contains

carbon monoxide, a deadly

gas. Breathing carbon

The manufacturer of the equipment may provide

information about who is allowed to use this engine (see

equipment manufacturer’s manual). NOT everyone who is

allowed to use this engine is capable of safely and

responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it.

TecumsehPower Company recommends the following:

monoxide can cause

headaches, dizziness,

drowsiness, nausea, confusion

and eventually death.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas

which may be present even if you DO NOT see or smell

any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can

collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and

unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon

monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or

poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of

carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately,

get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.

• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow

children to refuel this engine. See "G. Filling Fuel

Tank" instructions on page 6.

• An adult should perform maintenance on this

engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on

page 12. Only allow children to perform mainte-

nance if an adult has determined they are

experienced and capable of such operation.

To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:

• An adult should start the engine. See "G. Avoid

Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Only

allow children to start the engine if an adult has

determined they are experienced and capable of

such operation.

• NEVER run engine indoors. Even if you try to

ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows

and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach

dangerous levels.

• NEVER run engine in poorly-ventilated or partially

enclosed areas such as barns, garages,

basements, carports, under dwellings, or in pits.

• To avoid unsupervised operation of the engine,

especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended

when it is running. Remove ignition key, if equipped.

• NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust

can be drawn into a building through openings such

as windows and doors.

D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts

NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft

or flywheel. See Figure 1 on page 2.

B. Avoid Gasoline Fires

The equipment manufacturer may

attach a sprocket and chain or pulley

and belt to the engine shaft. If these

parts are NOT properly guarded, or if

you are NOT sure whether they are

properly guarded, DO NOT use your

engine; contact the equipment

manufacturer. Hands, feet, hair,

jewelry, clothing, etc.,can become

entangled in rotating parts, leading to

serious injury or death. To avoid

serious injury or death, be sure the

flywheel guard is in place. See Figure

2 on page 2.

Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable

and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread

and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet

away from engine. To prevent injury or death

from fuel fires, follow these instructions:

• NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel

tank inside a building with potential

sources of ignition such as hot water and space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.

• NEVER remove fuel fill cap or add fuel when engine

is running.

• NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel fill

cap removed.

• Allow engine to cool before refueling.

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E. DO NOT Modify Engine

To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in

any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a

runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.

NEVER tamper with factory setting of engine governor.

! WARNING

Use of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes

can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower

Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines

for use in such applications. Consult your local Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402,

or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.

Figure 1. DO NOT Use Without Engine Shaft Guard

F. Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces

The muffler and other engine parts become

extremely hot during operation and remain

hot after the engine has stopped.

• To avoid severe burns on contact,

STAY AWAY from hot areas of

engine. DO NOT operate the engine

without the muffler guard in place,

if equipped.

• To reduce the risk of fire keep all materials that can

burn, including grass and leaves, away from muffler

and rest of engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park

engine powered equipment in long dry grass or

other dry ground cover.

1. Muffler Guard

2. Flywheel Guard

Figure 2. Typical Engine Guard Locations

G. Avoid Accidental Starts

To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment

always:

• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it

away from spark plug. See Figures 3 and 4.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

Figure 3. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

H. Use Hearing Protection

Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear

hearing protection when operating an engine.

Figure 4. Typical Spark Plug Connection

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II. How to Get Service

2083

For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service

NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them

on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call

TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for

additional information.

TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY

THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA

PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI

SORE ENGINES

LV195EA

361540D

04015AA0001

195

4TPXS.1951BB

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ENGINE

MODEL:

Maintenance Tips

On-Line Store

SPEC:

DOM:

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A. Engine Identification Decal

Figure 5. Engine Identification Decal

A sample engine identification decal is located in the next

column and indicates the engine’s model number,

specification and date of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 5.

NOTES

Please look at the decal on your engine.

Fill in the engine information in the spaces provided for

future reference.

The engine identification decal also includes engine life

specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of

your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance

life as certified by EPA and/or CARB.

• LH models are designated as “C” 250 hours,

“B” 500 hours and “A” 1000 hours.

Figure 6. Technician’s Handbook

B. Technician’s Handbook

If you have a general understanding of internal combustion

engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or

engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s

Handbook is available from your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 6. This

handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered

within this Operator’s Manual, and it is intended for

individuals who have had adequate training, experience

and who practice proper tool usage. Service procedures

should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing

TecumsehPower engines.

• Order as part #692509 or #740049 for LH models.

TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is

responsible only for the engine used on this power

equipment. If repair or service is needed for anything other

than the engine, contact the service source recommended

by the equipment manufacturer.

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Table 1. Recommended Oil

III. Oil and Fuel Specifications

A. Oil

TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage

To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality,

detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, see Table 1.

In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the

correct amount of oil to operate properly.

Straight Grade

TecumsehPower Part No.

730225A or SAE 30W

Multi Grade

TecumsehPower Part No.

730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W

NOTES

The oil sump capacity is 26 ounces or 1-5/8 U.S. Pints

(.76 liters).

TecumsehPower

Synthetic Part No.

730263 or SAE 0W30

20^OF

32^OF

80^OF

-20 F

0^OF

40^OF

60^OF

100 F

30^OC 40^OC

-10 C

0^OC

10^OC

20^OC

Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.

-30 C

-20 C

Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil

consumption. SAE 10W40 is NOT recommended.

Table 2. Recommended Fuel

Special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

Fuel Component

Percentage

B. Fuel

Ethanol

10%

15%

Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated

automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the

components identified in Table 2.

Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”)

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

• DO NOT use leaded fuel.

• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left

over from last season or stored for long periods.

• NEVER mix oil with fuel.

• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol

(Wood Alcohol).

The use of alternative fuels such as E85

Fill Between

“FULL” and “ADD”

CAUTION

or E20 are NOT recommended for use in

TecumsehPower engines. Alternative fuels with high

alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine

performance, and may cause internal engine damage.

FULL

NOTE

Damage and/or performance problems that occur from use

of fuels other than those listed in the Operator’s Manuals will

not be considered warranty.

ADD

Figure 7. Engine Oil Level

IV. Before Starting Your Engine

A. Checking Oil Level

NOTES

DO NOT overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over

to the air cleaner and equipment and cause malfunction

or damage.

To avoid engine damage, it is important to:

• Check oil level before each use and every 5

operating hours when engine is warm. Check oil

level more frequently during engine break-in.

DO NOT allow oil level to fall below the “ADD” mark on

dipstick. Doing so may result in equipment malfunction or

damage.

• Keep oil level between “FULL” and “ADD” marks on

dipstick. See Figure 7.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for TecumsehPower Oil.

• Be sure oil fill cap is tightened securely.

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B. Filling Oil Sump

1. Be sure engine is upright and level.

2. Unscrew oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe

dipstick clean. See Figure 8.

3. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler

tube. Note oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below

“ADD” mark, slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See

Figure 7 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

5. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

6. Wipe away any spilled oil.

C. Engine Stop Switch

Some engines are equipped with an optional Stop Switch.

This rocker switch is used to shut off the ignition that

supplies the spark plug with power. Pressing the "OFF"

position will turn the engine off when it is running. This

switch must be in the “ON” position or the engine will not

start. See Figure 9.

1. Spark Plug Wire

2. Spark Plug Cap

D. Low Oil Shutdown Switch

3. Oil Fill Cap with Long Dipstick

4. Spark Plug

Some engines are equipped with an optional Low Oil

Shutdown Switch. This is a lighted rocker switch that is

connected to a float switch in the engine crankcase. When

oil level drops below a predetermined level, the float switch

cuts off current to the spark plug and the engine stops

running. Oil must be added to the engine to bring the oil to

the proper level before the engine will start. If an attempt is

made to start the engine before oil is added, the switch will

flash as the engine rotates, and the engine will not start.

See Figure 10.

5. Oil Fill Cap with Short Dipstick

6. Oil Drain Plug

Figure 8. Engine Components

Pressing the “OFF” position of the Shutdown Switch while

the engine is running, will turn the engine off. The engine

will not start with the switch in the “OFF” position.

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

Figure 9. Engine Stop Switch

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

3. Lighted Switch

Figure 10. Low Oil Shutdown Switch

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E. Low Oil Shutdown Light

Some engines are equipped with an optional Low Oil

Shutdown System that includes a light but does not include

a rocker switch. The float switch in this system will shut the

engine off while it is running if the oil level in the crankcase

falls below a predetermined level. Oil must be added to the

engine to bring the oil to the proper level before the engine

will start. If an attempt is made to start the engine before oil

is added, the light will flash as the engine rotates, and the

engine will not start. See Figure 11.

F. Low Oil Shutdown System

Some engines are equipped with an optional Low Oil

Shutdown System that does not have a rocker switch or a

light. The float switch in this system will shut the engine off

while it is running if the oil level in the crankcase falls below

a predetermined level. Oil must be added to the engine to

bring the oil to the proper level before the engine will start.

G. Filling Fuel Tank

An adult should fuel this engine.

WARNING

NEVER allow children to refuel this

engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and

can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a

spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent

injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:

1. Air Cleaner

2. Carburetor

3. Muffler

1. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.

2. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated

area.

4. Muffler Guard

5. Oil Fill Cap

6. Spark Plug

7. Fuel Fill Cap

3. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap.

See Figure 11.

8. Low Oil Shutdown Light (Optional)

9. Starter Cord Handle

NOTE

For recommended fuel, see “III. Oil and Fuel Specifications”

instructions and Table 2 on page 4. Afterward, continue

reading instructions below.

Figure 11. Engine Components

4. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel

slowly, being careful to avoid spilling. DO NOT overfill

fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow fuel to

expand without overflowing.

5. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel

before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start

engine. Move machine away from area of spillage.

Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors

are gone.

NOTE

Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a

genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap.

Failure to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

See Figure 12 on page 7.

6. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions) is open. See Figure 13 on page 7.

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H. Climate Guard^®Air Cleaner

Some engines are equipped with an optional Climate Guard

Air Cleaner or Climate Guard. See Figures 14 and 15.

Front View

I. Moving The Inlet Air Scoop

For smooth and efficient engine operation, the inlet air

scoop must be aimed toward the engine and away from the

muffler for proper ambient air temperature to reach the

engine.

Bottom View

1. Remove the wing nut from the top of the air cleaner.

2. Lift the cover of the air cleaner.

Figure 12. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s)

Fuel Tank

3. Rotate the scoop to the desired position.

4. Replace the cover.

5. Install and tighten the wing nut.

NOTES

If the engine is not equipped with a CLIMATE GUARD air

cleaner, a CLIMATE GUARD Conversion Kit is available at

any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See

Figure 15.

Turn Valve Clockwise

To “OFF” Position

If the engine is equipped with a CLIMATE GUARD, no

changes need to be made when changing from summer to

winter operation. See Figure 14.

Fuel Valve “OPEN” Position Shown

Figure 13. Fuel Valve Positions

I. Winter Application

In temperatures below 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop

should be pointed directly at the muffler.

II. Summer Application

In temperatures above 32°F ( 0°C) the inlet air scoop

should be pointed toward the blower housing

(approximately 45° clockwise from ”WINTER” position).

Summer Position

Winter Position

Figure 14. Climate Guard Air Cleaner

Figure 15. Climate Guard

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V. Starting Your Engine

An adult should start the engine. Only

allow children to start engine if an

adult has determined they are experienced and capable of

such operation.

WARNING

If you are unable to start this engine

WARNING

after following instructions in this

manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage

to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot

this engine in any other way. For example:

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

• DO NOT use starting fluid.

Figure 16. Engine Stop Switch

• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or

onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or

onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with

spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug

hole and ignite.

This section contains starting instructions for several

different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions

that apply to your engine, first determine what type of

starter you have. If you have an electric starter, see “A.

Engines with Electric Starters” instructions below. If you

have a manual recoil starter, see "B. Engines with Recoil

Starters" instructions on page 10.

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

3. Lighted Switch

Figure 17. Low Oil Shutdown Switch

A. Engines with Electric Starters

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

STOP

2. Move engine stop switch or low oil shutdown switch

to “ON” position, if present (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions). See Figures 16 and 17.

STOP SLOW

RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

3. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions) is open and all switches are on.

See Figure 13 on page 7. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

Figure 18. Typical Engine Symbols

4. Move engine speed control to “FAST” position and

set choke control to ”FULL CHOKE” position (see

equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures

18 thru 21. Afterward, continue reading instructions

below.

NOTE

If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move

engine speed control to “FAST” position and choke control

to “NO CHOKE” position.

5. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see

equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to start engine.

NOTES

DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds

each attempt.

If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 5.

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6. When engine starts:

a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.

b. Momentarily move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE”

position until engine runs smoothly. See Figures 20

and 21. Afterward, continue reading instructions

below.

c. Next, move choke control to “NO CHOKE” position.

7. Move engine speed control to desired speed in

“RUN” range.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when choke control is moved to

“NO CHOKE” position:

a. Momentarily move choke control back to “FULL

Figure 19. Engine Mounted Speed Controls

CHOKE” position. See Figures 20 and 21.

b. Next, move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE” position

until engine runs smoothly.

c. Finally, move choke control to “NO CHOKE”

position.

If engine dies after choke control is to moved to “NO

CHOKE” position repeat steps 2 thru 7 to restart engine.

8. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move

choke control to “NO CHOKE” position and start

engine.

9. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “NO

CHOKE” position, move choke control to “FULL

CHOKE” position and start engine.

10. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 9,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

1. “FULL CHOKE” Position

2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position

3. “NO CHOKE” Position

Figure 20. Horizontal Mounted Choke Control

1. “FULL CHOKE” Position

2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position

3. “NO CHOKE” Position

Figure 21. Vertical Mounted Choke Control

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B. Engines with Recoil Starters

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine stop switch or low oil shutdown switch to

“ON” position, if present (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions). See Figures 22 and 23.

3. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions) is open and all switches are on.

See Figure 13 on page 7. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

4. Move engine speed control to “FAST” position and set

choke control to ”FULL CHOKE” position (see equip-

ment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 24

thru 27. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

Figure 22. Engine Stop Switch

NOTE

If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move

engine speed control to “FAST” position and choke control

to “NO CHOKE” position.

1. “ON” Position

2. “OFF” Position

3. Lighted Switch

Figure 23. Low Oil Shutdown Switch

STOP

STOP SLOW

RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

Figure 24. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 25. Engine Mounted Speed Controls

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When pulling starter rope, the rope

can unexpectedly jerk back toward

engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully

follow these instructions:

WARNING

5. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 28.

a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.

b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling

rope with one rapid full arm stroke.

c. Return rope slowly to original position.

NOTE

Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids

potential damage to the recoil mechanism.

6. When engine starts:

1. “FULL CHOKE” Position

2. “NO CHOKE” Position

3. “1/2 CHOKE” Position

a. Momentarily move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE”

position until engine runs smoothly. See Figures 26

and 27.

b. Next, move choke control to “NO CHOKE” position.

Figure 26. Horizontal Mounted Choke Control

c. Finally, move engine speed control to desired speed

in “RUN” range. See Figures 24 and 25 on page 10.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when choke control is moved to

“NO CHOKE” position:

a. Momentarily move choke control back to “FULL

CHOKE” position.

b. Next, move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE” position

until engine runs smoothly.

c. Finally, move choke control to “NO CHOKE”

position.

If engine dies after choke control is to moved to “NO

CHOKE” position repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

1. “FULL CHOKE” Position

2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position

3. “NO CHOKE” Position

7. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move

choke control to “NO CHOKE” position and start

engine.

8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “NO

CHOKE” position, move choke control to “FULL

CHOKE” position and start engine.

Figure 27. Vertical Mounted Choke Control

9. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 8,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

Figure 28. Starter Cord Handle

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VI. Stopping Your Engine and

Short-Term Storage

Stop engine according to equipment manufacturer’s

instructions.

To avoid unsupervised operation of

WARNING

an engine, especially by children,

NEVER leave it unattended when it is running. Always turn

off the engine after use and remove ignition key, if provided.

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

WARNING

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

VII. Maintenance

To avoid serious injury or death, an

WARNING

adult should perform maintenance on

this engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if

an adult has determined they are experienced and capable

of such operation.

To prevent accidental starting when

WARNING

1. Spark Plug Wire

working on equipment, always:

2. Spark Plug Cap

• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it

away from spark plug. See “G. Avoid Accidental

Starts” instructions on page 2. See Figure 29.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

3. Oil Fill Cap with Long Dipstick

4. Spark Plug

5. Oil Fill Cap with Short Dipstick

6. Oil Drain Plug

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely

away from metal parts where arcing could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

Figure 29. Engine Components

2. Be sure the fuel fill cap is on and is tightened securely.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

3. Be sure you find the correct oil drain plug location,

if provided. See Figure 29.

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

4. Clean area around oil drain plug.

5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain

plug, tipping engine to position the oil drain plug at the

lowest point on the engine. (See equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions).

A. Checking and Changing Oil

To avoid engine damage, it is important to:

• Check oil level before each use and every 5

operating hours when engine is warm. See

"A. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 4.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil.

NOTE

Used oil must be disposed of at a proper

collection center.

• Change oil after first 2 operating hours and every 25

operating hours thereafter; more often if operated in

extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Engine should

still be warm but NOT hot from recent use.

7. Install oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

8. Fill with recommended oil. See "III. Oil and Fuel

Specifications" instructions and Table 1 on page 4.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug. See "G . A void Accidental Starts"

instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

9. Wipe away any spilled oil.

10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding

post, if provided.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely

away from metal parts where arcing could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

11. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before

attempting to start engine.

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B. Removing Debris from Engine

Before each use, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris

from the following areas:

• Levers and Linkage

• Cooling Fins

• Air Intake Screen

• Guards

Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct

engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 30.

C. Spark Plug

Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.

1. Clean area around spark plug.

2. Remove and inspect spark plug.

1. Levers and Linkage

2. Air Intake Screen

3. Muffler Guard

3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if

electrodes are:

• Pitted

4. Cooling Fins

• Burned

5. Flywheel Guard

• Fouled with Deposits

4. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set

gap to—.030 in. (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 31.

Figure 30. Debris Removal Areas

5. Install spark plug and tighten securely.

NOTE

A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact

your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a

genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug.

D. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner

Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent

premature engine wear and failure. NEVER run engine

without complete air cleaner installed on engine. Your air

cleaner periodically needs to be cleaned or replaced. To do

this, you first need to determine the type of air cleaner on

your engine. Your engine will be equipped with one of the

following air cleaners; Type A or B. Follow instructions for

the air cleaner type that resembles your model. See

Figures 32 and 33 on page 14. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap

2. Electrodes

3. Porcelain

Figure 31. Resistor Spark Plug

NOTE

DO NOT oil foam pre-filter.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner.

4. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter.

I. Servicing Foam Filters

II. Servicing Paper Filters

Clean foam pre-filter every 3 months or every 25 operating

hours. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions.

After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning

instructions below:

Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once

a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in

extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are

available at a Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. Follow the instructions next to the drawing of your

air cleaner to remove and replace it.

1. Wash in warm water and detergent solution then press

(DO NOT twist) until all dirt is removed.

2. Rinse thoroughly until water is clear.

NOTE

3. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until

completely dry.

DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.

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III. Filter Removal/Installation

1. Remove wing nut. See Figure 32 or 33.

2. Remove cover.

3. Remove foam pre-filter, if present (see equipment

manufacturer’s instructions) from outside of paper filter.

4. Remove paper filter element from base.

5. Inspect filters for discoloration or dirt accumulation.

If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters" and/

or "II. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions on page 13.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

6. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.

7. Install paper filter element onto body.

1. Wing Nut

2. Cover

8. Install foam pre-filter, if present (see equipment

manufacturer’s instructions) over paper element.

3. Foam Pre-Filter

4. Paper Filter

5. Body

9. Install cover over filters.

E. Alternator (Optional)

For alternator related electrical problems such as:

• Inoperative Starter

Figure 32. Air Cleaner “A”

• Discharged Battery

• Fuse Replacement

• Alternator Maintenance/Repairs

See your equipment manufacturer’s instructions and an

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

F. Carburetor

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your

nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up

to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher

elevations, contact an Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer.

G. Engine Speed

To avoid serious injury or death,

1. Wing Nut

WARNING

DO NOT modify engine in any way.

Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway

engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. NEVER

tamper with factory setting of engine governor.

2. Cover

3. Foam Pre-Filter

4. Paper Filter

5. Body

Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory

can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY.

Figure 33. Air Cleaner “B”

H. Adjustments

DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Factory settings

are satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are

needed, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer.

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VIII. Transporting Your Engine

IX. Storing your Engine

A. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage

I. Clean Engine

NEVER transport this engine inside

another vehicle or in any enclosed

WARNING

space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or

spilled fuel may ignite.

Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover

and/or blower housing. Remove grass clippings, dirt and

debris from the following areas:

If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close

WARNING

the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped,

and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such

as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup truck.

• Cooling Fins

• Air Intake Screen

• Levers

If you DO NOT have an open vehicle and have to transport

the engine upright in a closed vehicle, follow these steps

for emptying the fuel tank before transporting:

• Linkage

1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available

suction device designed for use with gasoline.

• Guards

• Carburetor

• Head

DO NOT pour fuel from engine or

WARNING

siphon fuel by mouth.

Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct

engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.

2. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container,

being careful to avoid spilling.

II. Fuel Storage

3. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed.

NEVER leave the engine unattended

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

WARNING

when it is running and NEVER run

engine in enclosed areas.

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTES

If engine fuel stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas

container is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for

more than 15-30 days, prepare it for short-term/seasonal

storage. See "IV. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 16.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

If engine fuel is to be stored for more than one season,

without gasoline stabilizer, it will gradually deteriorate. Also,

if it is stored in the engine’s gas tank without gasoline

stabilizer it is likely that your carburetor will have gum

deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR

WARRANTY. Prepare the fuel for extended storage. See

"B. Extended Storage" instructions on page 16.

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III. Fuel System

B. Extended Storage

I. Draining Fuel

To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel

system in the following method below:

NOTES

TecumsehPower Company recommends using

ULTRA-FRESH™ Gasoline Stabilizer as an acceptable

method of minimizing formation of fuel gum deposits during

storage. This product is available from your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from carburetor.

See "I. Clean Engine" instructions on page 15. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

If you have prepared your fuel for short-term storage it is

NOT necessary to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from

your carburetor. See "A. Short-T e rm/Seasonal Storage"

instructions on page 15. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container.

Failure to do so may result in equipment damage.

It is NOT necessary to drain stabilized gas from carburetor.

To avoid severe injury or death,

DO NOT pour fuel from engine or

siphon fuel by mouth.

WARNING

IV. Fuel Treatment

1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s

instructions.

1. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank

by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. DO

NOT attempt to pour fuel from engine.

2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow it to reach carburetor.

2. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is

consumed.

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

WARNING

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

NEVER leave the engine unattended

WARNING

when it is running and NEVER run

engine in enclosed areas.

3. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "IV. Oil Cylinder

Bore" instructions on page 17.

NOTE

Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can

empty the fuel tank as described under “I. Draining Fuel”

instructions. See "B. Extended Storage" instructions.

NOTE

If you operate the engine during all four seasons, it is not

necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore.

II. Oil

Change oil if NOT changed within the last 3 months. See

"A. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 12.

III. Battery

See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper

battery storage if machine is equipped with a battery.

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IV. Oil Cylinder Bore

When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel

may spray from spark plug hole. To

WARNING

prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these

instructions:

1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug. See Figures 34 and 35.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

Figure 34. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

2. Remove spark plug.

3. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug

hole.

4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from

spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is

pulled.

Figure 35. Typical Spark Connection

NOTES

For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.

X. Preventing Forest, Brush and

Grass Fires

For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to Step 6.

5. Grasp starter cord handle:

Local, state and federal laws may require use of a spark

arrester to prevent fires. For example, it is a violation of

California Public Resources Code (section 4442) to use or

operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or

unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is equipped

with a spark arrester. Spark arrester must be maintained in

effective working order by owner and/or operator.

a. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm

stroke.

b. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the

cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)

c. Proceed to Step 8.

6. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see

equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to cycle the

engine for one to two seconds.

To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the

muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge

will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Screen Type

36085”.

7. Turn ignition switch key to “OFF” position. Repeat Step

6 and Step 7. (This will distribute oil throughout the cyl-

inder to prevent corrosion during storage.)

If your engine does NOT have a spark arrester, you may

purchase one from your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to

be replaced to allow the spark arrester to be installed.

8. Remove rag covering spark plug hole.

9. Install spark plug.

10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding

post, if provided. See Figure 34.

11. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempt-

ing to start engine. See Figure 35.

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Every 25 Hours or 3 Months

1. Change Oil

XI. Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance is one of the most important things that

you can do to extend the life of your TecumsehPower

engine. If you are unable to perform maintenance intervals

yourself, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at

2. Clean Foam Pre-Filter

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower

Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information.

ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in

this manual. See Table 3.

Table 3. Maintenance Intervals

Procedure

Change Oil

Time

After First 2 Hours

When Engine is Warm

Every 5 Hours or

Before Each Use

Check Oil Level

Every 5 Hours or

Before Each Use

Clean Cooling Fins

Every 25 Hours or 3 Months

Every 100 Hours or Seasonally

Every 200 Hours or Seasonally

Change Oil

Clean Foam Pre-Filter

Replace Paper Filter

Check Spark Plug

Replace Spark Plug

Scheduled Maintenance

After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm

1. Change Oil

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use

1. Check Oil Level

2. Clean Cooling Fins

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

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Every 100 Hours or Seasonally

1. Replace Paper Filter

2. Check Spark Plug

Every 200 Hours or Seasonally

1. Replace Spark Plug

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

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CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the

California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh-

Power Company are pleased to explain the Federal and

California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your

new small off-road engine. In California, new 1995 and

later small off-road engines must be designed, built and

equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog stan-

dards. In other states, new 1997 and later model year

engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the

time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small

non-road engines. TecumsehPower Company will war-

rant the emission control system on your small off-road

engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there

has been no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or

improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.

(any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer,

TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor or

TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon

as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be

completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed

30 days.

Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer and/or

TecumsehPower Company, c/o Service Manager, 900

North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-

377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402].

IMPORTANT NOTE

This warranty statement explains your rights and obliga-

tions under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS

Warranty”) which is provided to you by TecumsehPower

Company pursuant to California law. TecumsehPower

Company also provides to original purchasers of new

TecumsehPower engines the TecumsehPower Company

Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower Engines

and Electronic Ignition Modules. The TecumsehPower

Company Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower

Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh-

Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back

cover of the Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new

TecumsehPower engines. The ECS Warranty applies

only to the emission control system of your new engine.

To the extent that there is any conflict in terms between

the ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company

Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any cir-

cumstances in which the TecumsehPower Company

Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both the

ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company War-

ranty describe important rights and obligations with

respect to your new engine.

Your emission control system may include parts such as

the carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system,

exhaust system, crankcase breather assembly and, the

evaporative control system. Also included may be the

compression release system and other emission-related

assemblies.

Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower

Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost

to you for diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL

SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE

Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year

California small off-road engines are warranted for two

years as hereinafter noted. In other states, 1997 and later

model year engines are also warranted for two years. If,

during such warranty period, any emission-related part

on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship,

the part will be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower

Company.

Warranty service can only be performed by a TecumsehPower

Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting

warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date

of sale to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay

any charges for making service calls and/or for transport-

ing the products to and from the place where the inspec-

tion and/or warranty work is performed. The purchaser

shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in

connection with the transportation of any engine or any

part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty

work.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible

for the performance of the required maintenance listed in

your Operator’s Manual, but TecumsehPower Company

will not deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or

for your failure to provide written evidence of the perfor-

mance of all scheduled maintenance.

As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however,

be aware that TecumsehPower Company may deny you

warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part

thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-

tenance or unapproved modifications.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights

and responsibilities, you should contact TecumsehPower

Company at 1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call

You are responsible for presenting your small off-road

engine to a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet

1-800-558-5402.

Revised February 2008

IMPORTANT!

The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only

applicable to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”) for 1995

and later model year California small off-road engines (for other

states, 1997 and later model year engines):

5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which

leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS

Warranty is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic

work is performed at a TecumsehPower Authorized

Service Outlet.

A. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later

model year California small off-road engines (for other states,

1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty

Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is

delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue

for 24 consecutive months thereafter.

6. TecumsehPower Company shall be liable for damages to

other original engine components or approved

modifications proximately caused by a failure under

warranty of an emission-related part covered by the ECS

Warranty.

B. 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 small off-road engines

is:

7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower

Company shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-

related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for

such emission-related parts.

1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all

applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources

Board pursuant to its authority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5,

Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and

8. Any TecumsehPower Company authorized and approved

emission-related replacement part may be used in the

performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair

and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such

use shall not reduce TecumsehPower Company ECS

Warranty obligations.

2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at

any time during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a

warranted emissions-related part to fail to be identical in all

material respects to the part as described in the engine

manufacturer’s application for certification.

9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to

modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. Such use

voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds

for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. TecumsehPower

Company shall not be liable hereunder for failures of any

warranted parts of a TecumsehPower engine caused by

the use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part.

C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSION-

RELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not

scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the

Operator’s Manual shall be warranted for the ECS

Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS

Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by

TecumsehPower Company according to Subsection 4

below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS

Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS

Warranty Period.

EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Carburetor Assembly including internal components:

a) Carburetor gaskets

b) Intake pipe

2. Air Cleaner Assembly including components:

a) Air filter element

2. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled

only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator’s

Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. A

statement in such written instructions to the effect of

“repair or replace as necessary”, shall not reduce the ECS

Warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under

the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of

the ECS Warranty Period.

3. Ignition System including components:

a) Spark plug

b) Ignition module

c) Flywheel assembly

4. Exhaust System including components:

a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)

b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)

3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled

for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator’s

Manual, shall be warranted for the period of time prior to

the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the

part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part

shall be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower

Company according to Subsection 4 below. Any such

emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS

Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS

Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement

point for such emissions-related part.

c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)

5. Crankcase Breather Assembly including components

a) Breather connection tube

6. Evaporative Control System including components:

a) Fuel line(s)

b) Fuel filter

c) Canister (if so equipped)

d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)

e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)

Revised February 2008

4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-

related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed

at no charge to the owner at a TecumsehPower

Authorized Service Outlet.

IMPORTANT!

The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only

applicable to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.

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XII. Warranty Information

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEHPOWER ENGINES

AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES

For the time period shown below from the date of purchase and subject to the exceptions and limitations described herein, TecumsehPower Company will, at its option as

the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new TecumsehPower engine which is found, upon examination by

any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Outlet or by TecumsehPower’s Service Division, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. This Limited

Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any commercial or rental

track, or (ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new TecumsehPower engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance,

improper use or abuse of the product, or failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new TecumsehPower engine or part.

The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time warranty service is

requested, evidence must be presented of the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and/or for transporting any engine or part(s)

thereof to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or

loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work. WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE

PERFORMED BY A TECUMSEHPOWER AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service

Outlet (any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by

contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499.

(4)

(5)

“CONSUMER USE”

“COMMERCIAL USE”

Warranty

Within

U.S.A. and Canada

90 Day

Outside

Within

U.S.A. and Canada

No Warranty

1 Year

Outside

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