Tecumseh Automobile HM80 User Manual

OPERATOR'S  
MAN UAL  
and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS for  
TECUMSEH  
HM80 HM90  
HM100 HHM80  
MODEL  
HORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT  
AIR COOLED • FOUR-CYCLE ENGINE  
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD ENDANGER THE PER-  
SONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL  
AND ANY PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR  
TECUMSEH ENGINE.  
THESE SYMBOLS MAY APPEAR ON THE ENGINE:  
California Proposition 65  
WARNING:  
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals  
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
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COOLING  
FINS  
ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA  
AND U.S. EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES, are  
certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, include the following  
emission control system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped); Do not include any  
user adjustable features - therefore no other adjustments are needed.  
STOP  
SWITCH  
OIL FILL PLUG  
& DIPSTICK (IF  
SO EQUIPPED)  
OIL FILL PLUG  
AND DIP-  
STICK  
SPARK PLUG  
WIRE  
OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS  
MODEL AND  
D.O.M. DECAL  
TO OPERATE ENGINE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:  
À
A CLEAN, HIGH QUALITY DETERGENT OIL.  
Be sure original container is marked:  
SPARK PLUG  
MUFFLER  
FUEL FILL  
CAP  
A.P.I. service "SF"-"SJ".  
FOR SUMMER (ABOVE 320F; 00C) USE SAE 30 OIL.  
Tecumseh specially formulated oil is available at any Authorized  
Tecumseh Service Outlet. Order as part number 730225. Using LEVERS &  
multigrade oil will increase oil consumption.  
LINKAGE  
FOR WINTER (BELOW 320F; 00C) USE SAE 5W30 OIL.  
Tecumseh specially formulated oil is available at any Authorized  
Tecumseh Service Outlet. Order as part number 730226.  
CARBURE-  
TOR  
(SAE 10W is an acceptable substitute.)  
(BELOW 00F ONLY): SAE 0W30 OIL is an acceptable substitute.  
DO NOT USE SAE 10W40 OIL.  
OIL SUMP CAPACITY:  
Models HM70-80-100, HMXL70: 26 ounces  
(1-5/8 U.S. pints)  
FUEL TANK  
AIR INTAKE  
Model HHM80: 34 ounces  
(2-1/8 U.S. pints)  
Á
A FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR, UNLEADED PREMIUM,  
OR REFORMULATED AUTOMOTIVE GASOLINE ONLY. DO NOT  
USE LEADED GASOLINE.  
RECOIL  
STARTER  
AIR CLEANER  
NOTE: DO NOTUSE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL(WOOD  
ALCOHOL). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain alcohol  
(Gasohol”) may be used but requires special care when engine is  
unused for ex tended periods. See STORAGE” instructions on Page  
5.  
OIL DRAIN  
PLUG  
STARTER  
HANDLE  
NOTE: Use clean oil and fuel and store in approved, clean, covered  
containers. Use clean fill funnels.  
Never use stale gasoline left over from last season or stored for long  
Figure 1  
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periods.  
 
MAINTENANCE (Continued)  
STARTING  
(Continued)  
 COOLING SYSTEM (see Figure 1 and Figure 5):  
Á ELECTRIC STARTER:  
IMPORTANT: Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and debris  
from cooling fins, air intake screen and levers and linkage. This  
will help ensure adequate cooling and correct engine speed.  
A. Move choke lever (see Figure 3 or 4) to FULL CHOKE POSITION.  
NOTE: IF RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE AFTER A SHORT  
SHUTDOWN, MOVE CHOKE LEVER TO “NO CHOKE  
POSITION”.  
B. Move equipment control (see manufacturers instructions) or engine  
control to START.  
C. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see equipment  
manufacturers instructions) to crank engine.  
D. Crank engine until it fires. When it starts, release starter button or  
ignition switch key and move choke lever to 1/2 CHOKE” until engine  
runs smoothly and then to NO CHOKE POSITION.  
COOLING  
FINS  
If engine falters, move choke lever to 1/2 CHOKE” until engine runs  
smoothly and then to NO CHOKE POSITION.  
AIR INTAKE SCREEN  
(IF SO EQUIPPED)  
NOTE: If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move choke lever  
to NO CHOKE POSITION and crank engine until it starts.  
NOTE: If engine again fires, but does not continue to run, move  
choke lever to FULL CHOKE” and repeat instructions B, C  
and D until engine starts.  
Figure 5  
à SPARK PLUG (see Figure 6):  
This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian  
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. This engine complies with  
allcurrentAustralian and NewZealand limitations regarding electromagnetic  
interference. Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.  
STOPPING  
À
Á
Move equipment control or any ignition stop switch on engine to STOP” or  
OFF” (see equipment manufacturers instructions).  
A. Clean area around spark plug.  
B. Remove and inspect spark plug.  
Push stop switch (if so equipped see Figure 1) located next to spark plug  
C. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is  
cracked. For replacement use Champion RJ-17LM only.  
on engine against spark plug and hold it in this position until engine is  
completely stopped.  
NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement.  
D. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at .030 if  
necessary.  
 AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED:  
E. Install spark plug, tighten securely.  
ELECTRODES  
A. Close fuel valve (if so equipped).  
. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND  
KEEP IT AWAY FROM SPARK PLUG.  
C. TURN IGNITION SWITCH KEY (IF SO EQUIPPED) TO “OFF”  
POSITIONANDREMOVE KEYFROMSWITCH, THIS WILLREDUCE  
THE POSSIBILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED STARTING OF ENGINE  
WHILE EQUIPMENT IS NOT IN USE.  
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR IN  
ENCLOSED, POORLYVENTILATEDAREAS, WHERE FUELFUMES  
MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON  
A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER  
GAS APPLIANCE.  
.030 GAP  
PORCELAIN  
Figure 6  
Ä AIR CLEANER:  
MAINTENANCE  
IMPORTANT: NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE  
AIR CLEANER INSTALLED ON ENGINE.  
A. TO SERVICE FILTER(S) (see Figure 7):  
1. FOAM FILTER:  
WARNING: TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS  
MAY EXCEED 1500F (650C). AVOID THESE AREAS.  
À OIL LEVEL:  
Clean and re-oil every three (3) months or every 25 operating  
hours. Clean and re-oil daily if used in extremely dusty conditions.  
Check oil level every five (5) operating hours and before each use. See  
FILL OIL SUMP OR CHECK OIL LEVELon Page 2.  
NOTE: DO NOT OIL FOAM FILTER ON AIR CLEANER "A".  
a. Wash in water and detergent solution and squeeze (dont  
twist) until all dirt is removed.  
b. Rinse thoroughly in clear water.  
c. Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (dont twist) until completely  
dry.  
Á CHANGE OIL (see Figure 1):  
Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 25 operating hours  
thereafter, more often if operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.  
Change oil while engine is still warm from recent running.  
d. Saturate with engine oil and squeeze (dont twist) to distribute  
oil and remove excess oil.  
. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND  
KEEP IT AWAY FROM SPARK PLUG.  
2. PAPER FILTER:  
B. Clean area around oil drain plug (see Figure 1).  
C. Position equipment so engine oil drain plug is lowest point on engine.  
D. Remove oil drain plug and oil fill plug to drain oil.  
E. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.  
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.  
Replace once a year or every 100 operating hours, more often if  
used in extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are  
available at any Authorized Tecumseh Service Outlet.  
F. Fill oil s ump with re comme nde d oil. S e e OIL & FUEL  
RECOMMENDATIONSon Pages 1 and 2 and FILL OIL SUMP OR  
CHECK OIL LEVELon Page 2.  
G. Install oil fill plug and tighten securely.  
H. Wipe up any spilled oil.  
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MAINTENANCE (Continued)  
MAINTENANCE (Continued)  
B. TO REMOVE AND INSTALL FILTER(S):  
AIR CLEANER "A" (see Figure 7):  
Å ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY (if so equipped):  
A. ALTERNATOR:  
1. Remove wing nut and cover.  
2. Slide foam filter (if so equipped) off paper filter.  
3. Discard paper filter.  
For electrical problems such as inoperative starter or discharged  
batterysee equipmentmanufacturers instructions forfuse replacement,  
maintenance and repairs.  
4. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.  
5. Install new paper filter on base.  
6. Slide foam filter (if so equipped) over paper filter.  
7. Install cover and wing nut. Tighten wing nut securely.  
AIR CLEANER "B" & "C" (see Figure 7):  
1. Remove wing nut and cover.  
B. BATTERY:  
1. When servicing battery, always connect cables to battery exactly as  
they were before removal (ground cable to battery negative [- or  
neg.] post). If incorrectly connected, fuse (if so equipped), will blow  
and alternator wont charge battery. If this happens, connect cables  
correctly and replace fuse.  
2. Never expose engine ignition system to battery power. If battery  
cable or any live wire contacts ignition system ground wire, engine  
ignition system may be damaged.  
2. Slide foam filter off paper filter.  
3. Inspect filters for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is  
present, service per preceding TO SERVICE FILTER(S)”  
instructions.  
4. Remove paper filter (if service is necessary).  
5. Clean topside of base and inside of cover thoroughly.  
6. Install paper filter .  
3. If external battery charger is used, disconnect positive (+ or pos.)  
cable from battery to prevent possible damage.  
4. See battery manufacturers instructions for service and storage.  
Æ
CHECKENGINE ANDEQUIPMENTOFTENFOR LOOSE NUTS,  
BOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS AND KEEP THESE ITEMS  
TIGHTENED.  
7. Slide foam filter over paper filter.  
8. Install cover and wing nut. Tighten wing nut securely.  
NOTE: In Air Cleaner C” application, make sure to position scoop  
correctly:  
ADJ USTMENTS  
WINTER (Below 320F; 00C): Scoop should be pointed directly  
at muffler.  
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY SETTINGS  
ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE  
NEEDED, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:  
SUMMER (Above 320F; 00C): Scoop should be pointed towards  
blower housing (approximately 450 clockwise from winter posi-  
tion).  
À REMOTE CONTROL (see Figure 8 or 9):  
For satisfactory engine performance, engine and equipment control must  
be adjusted properly. To check engine control adjustments, proceed as  
follows:  
IMPORTANT: In order for engine to operate smoothly and effi-  
ciently, it is important for scoop to be in proper position for sea-  
son.  
Set equipment control at FAST” or HIGH SPEED” and keep it in this  
position. In this position, engine control lever should touch HIGH SPEED  
STOP. If it does, the controls are adjusted correctly and no further  
adjustment should be necessary.  
COVER  
WING NUT  
NOTE: If engine control lever does not touch HIGH SPEED STOP,  
proceed to CONTROL A in Figure 8 or CONTROL B in Figure 9.  
CONTROL A (see Figure 8):  
A. Loosen clamp screw so remote control cable can be moved in cable  
clamp (do not remove cable clamp from control bracket or disconnect  
remote control cable from engine control lever).  
BASE  
AIR CLEANER "A"  
PAPER FILTER  
FOAM FILTER (IF SO EQUIPPED)  
B. Move engine control lever so it is touching HIGH SPEED STOP” and  
hold it in this position.  
WING NUT  
C. Tighten clamp screw securely so cable clamp will hold remote control  
cable in place when equipment control is used.  
WING NUT  
COVER  
COVER  
The engine controls should now be adjusted correctly.  
If additional adjustments are needed, make them at the equipment control  
(see equipment manufacturers instructions).  
FOAM FILTER  
FOAM FILTER  
CONTROL B (see Figure 9):  
PAPER  
FILTER  
PAPER FILTER  
BASE  
A. Hold control lever in an upward position, as close as possible to “HIGH  
SPEED STOPand loosen, but do not remove remote cable stop  
screw.  
BASE  
B. Move remote cable stop upward on remote control cable so it holds  
control lever against HIGH SPEED STOP” and tighten remote cable  
stop screw securely.  
AIR CLEANER "C"  
Figure 7  
AIR CLEANER "B"  
The engine controls should now be adjusted correctly.  
If additional adjustments are needed, make them at the equipment control  
(see equipment manufacturers instructions).  
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ADJ USTMENTS (Continued)  
STORAGE  
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR IN  
ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS, WHERE FUEL FUMES  
MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A  
FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS  
APPLIANCE.  
REMOTE CONTROL CABLE  
CABLE CLAMP  
CLAMP SCREW  
CONTROL  
BRACKET  
HIGH SPEED  
IF ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE, PREPARE AS  
FOLLOWS:  
MANUAL  
CONTROL  
(IF SO EQUIPPED)  
À DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:  
CONTROL LEVER  
A. Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum  
deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction  
of engine.  
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS, AWAY  
FROMOPENFLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL. DO NOTSMOKE.  
IDLE  
B. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops due to lack of fuel.  
NOTE: If “Gasoholhas been used, complete above instructions and  
then put 1/2 pint of Unleaded” gasoline into fuel tank and  
repeat above instructions.  
NOTE: Tecumseh SMART STARTTM gasoline preservative and  
stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the  
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer  
to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix  
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10  
minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor.  
HIGH SPEED STOP  
STOP  
CONTROL A  
Figure 8  
Á DRAIN CARBURETOR (if so equipped):  
CONTROL BRACKET  
Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain (see Figure 10), which  
is located below carburetor (see Figure 1).  
REMOTE CONTROL  
CABLE  
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS, AWAY  
FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL. DO NOT SMOKE.  
CLAMP SCREW  
NOTE: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.  
CABLE CLAMP  
CONTROL LEVER  
CARBURETOR  
BOWL DRAIN  
HIGH SPEED  
STOP  
REMOTE  
CABLE STOP  
SCREW AND  
STOP  
Figure 10  
CONTROL B  
 CHANGE OIL:  
Figure 9  
Change oil if it has not been changed in the last three (3) months. See  
CHANGE OIL” instructions in MAINTENANCE” section.  
Á CARBURETOR:  
Ifyou thinkyourcarburetorneeds adjusting, see yournearestAUTHORIZED  
TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET. Engine performance should not be  
affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations,  
contact your AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET.  
à OIL CYLINDER BORE:  
A. Remove spark plug. Squirt one (1) oz. (30 ml) of clean engine oil into spark  
plug hole.  
B. Cover spark plug hole with a rag.  
C. Crank engine over, slowly, several times.  
 ENGINE SPEED:  
AVOIDSPRAYFROMSPARKPLUG HOLE WHENCRANKING ENGINE  
OVER SLOWLY.  
NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY  
SETFOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING ENGINE ABOVE  
FACTORYHIGHSPEEDSETTING CANBE DANGEROUS. CHANGING  
OF ENGINE GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID ENGINE WARRANTY.  
Install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.  
Ä DC.LEAN ENGINE:  
Remove any clippings, dirt, or chaff from exterior of engine.  
For engine adjustments and/or repairs not covered in this OPERATORS  
MANUAL” see WARRANTY & REPAIR” on Page 6.  
Å BATTERY (if so equipped):  
See equipment manufacturers instructions for proper storage of battery.  
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WARRANTY AND REPAIR  
For engine adjustment, repairs, or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact you nearest AUTHORIZED  
TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET. It is listed in your telephone book yellow pages under "Engines, Gasoline."  
If you have a general understanding of internal combustion engine and wish to repair and service your engine  
yourself, a "MECHANICS HANDBOOK" which covers repairs and adjustments not covered in this OPERATOR'S  
MANUAL is available from your AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET. Order as Part No. 692509.  
Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service  
is needed for unit, other than engine, contact service source as recommended by equipment manufacturer.  
Warranty requirements for engines sold outside of the USA may vary from country to country. For warranty details  
for your specific country, contact your national Tecumseh Service Distributor. If help is needed in locating your  
national service distributor, you may contact Tecumseh c/o International Service Coordinator, Engine & Transmis-  
sion Group Service Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499. Telephone in USA is  
414-377-2700.  
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEH ENGINES  
AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES  
For the time period shown below from the date of purchase, Tecumseh Products 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 Tecumseh engine which is found, upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by  
Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP, except as provided below. This Limited Warranty DOES  
NOT COVER (i) any Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh 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
TECUMSEH AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET OR BY TECUMSEH AT ITS FACTORY IN GRAFTON, WISCONSIN. Warranty service can  
Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Master Service Dealer, Tecumseh  
be arranged by contacting either  
a
Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh c/o Service Manager, Engine and Transmission Group Service  
Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499.  
ENGINE WARRANTY PERIOD  
"CONSUMER USE" +  
"COMMERCIAL USE" ++  
Warranty  
Category†  
Within U.S.A.  
Outside U.S.A.  
and Canada  
Within  
Outside  
and Canada  
USA and Canada  
USA and Canada  
(A)  
(B)  
90 day  
90 day  
1 Year  
No Warranty  
1 Year  
No Warranty  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(C)  
(D)  
(E)  
(H)  
(K)  
2 Years  
2 Years  
2 Years  
2 'n 10*  
2 'n 10*  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
2 'n 10*  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
2 Years**  
2 Years  
2 'n 10*  
2 'n 10*  
*
2
1
years on engine, 10 years on electronic ignition.  
year for Australia/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.  
**  
+
For purposes of this warranty policy, "consumer use" shall mean consumer's personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.  
+ + For purposes of this warranty policy, "commercial use" shall mean all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.  
†The engine warranty category of your engine can be determined by review of the engine model number on the "Important Engine Information" decal. One letter in  
the engine model number will be surrounded by parens (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) or (K) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation. IN CALIFORNIA  
ONLY, THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEH CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT.  
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties,  
representations, or promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the engine or any of its parts, other than as set forth herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MARKETABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S)  
THEREOF, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHOWN IN THE WARRANTY PERIOD CHART ABOVE  
AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY  
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or  
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific  
legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state-to-state.  
6-1-95  
EXAMPLE: HM80  
ENGINE  
MODEL  
155000P  
SPEC.  
NUMBER  
(B)  
5001A  
SERIAL  
NUMBER  
FILL IN:  
WARRANTY  
PERIOD  
ENGINE  
MODEL  
SPEC.  
NUMBER  
WARRANTY  
PERIOD  
SERIAL  
NUMBER  
TECUMSEH PRODUCTS COMPANY  
Engine & Transmission Service Group Service Division • 900 North Street • Grafton, WI, USA • 53024-1499  
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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 Products  
Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your new utility or lawn and  
garden equipment engine. In California, new 1995 and later utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be de-  
signed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. 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. Tecumseh Products Co. will warrant the emission control system on your utility or lawn and garden equipment  
engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or improper  
maintenance of your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine.  
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor, ignition system and exhaust system. Also included  
may be the compression release system and other emission-related assemblies.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Products Co. will repair your utility or lawn and garden equipment 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 utility and lawn and garden equipment 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 Tecumseh Products Co.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES  
As the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte-  
nance listed in your Owner’s Manual, but Tecumseh Products Co. will not deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or  
for your failure to provide written evidence of the performance of all scheduled maintenance.  
As the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you should, however, be aware that Tecumseh Products Co. may  
deny you warranty coverage if your utility or lawn and garden equipment or a part thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect,  
improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
You are responsible for presenting your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine to a Tecumseh Authorized Service  
Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Ware-  
house 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 a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by contacting Tecumseh  
Products Co., c/o Service Manager, Engine and Transmission Group Service Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-  
1499. Telephone 1-414-377-2700, or see your local telephone yellow pages under “Engines, Gasoline” for the name,  
address and telephone number of a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet near you.  
IMPORTANT NOTE  
This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”)  
which is provided to you by Tecumseh Products Co. pursuant to California law. Tecumseh Products Co. also provides to  
original purchasers of new Tecumseh Products Co. engines. The Tecumseh Products Co. Limited Warranties for New  
Tecumseh Engine and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh Products Co. Warranty”) which is enclosed with all new  
Tecumseh Products Co. engines on a separate sheet. 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 Tecumseh Products  
Co. Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Products Co. Warranty  
may provide a longer warranty period. Both the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Products Co. Warranty describe important  
rights and obligations with respect to your new engine.  
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Products Co. Authorized Service Outlet, or by Tecumseh Products  
Co. at its factory in Grafton, WI. 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 transporting the products  
to and from the place where the inspection 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.  
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Products Co. at  
1-414-377-2700.  
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY  
Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”) for 1995 and later model year California utility and lawn and garden equipment  
engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines):  
A.APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California utility and lawn and garden equipment 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.  
B.GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Products Co. warrants to the original, end-use purchaser of the  
new engine or equipment and to each subsequent purchaser that each of its utility and lawn and garden equipment engines is:  
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  
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 applica-  
tion for certification.  
C. The ECS Warranty only pertains to emissions-related parts on your engine, as follows:  
1.Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the Owner’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 Tecumseh Products Co. 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.  
2.Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled only for regular inspection as specified in the Owner’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.Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the Owner’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 Tecumseh Products Co. 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.  
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 Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet.  
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 Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet.  
6.Tecumseh Products Co. 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.  
7.Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Tecumseh Products Co. shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-related parts  
sufficient to meet the expected demand for such emission-related parts.  
8.Any Tecumseh Products Co. 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 Tecumseh  
Products Co. ECS Warranty obligations.  
9.Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modify or repair a Tecumseh Products Co. engine. Such use voids  
this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Tecumseh Products Co. shall not be  
liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of a Tecumseh Products Co. engine caused by the use of such an unap-  
proved add-on or modified part.  
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:  
1. Carburetor Assembly and its Internal Components  
a) Fuel filter  
4. Catalytic Muffler (if so equipped)  
a) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)  
b) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)  
b) Carburetor gaskets  
c) Intake pipe  
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly and its Components  
a) Breather connection tube  
2. Air Cleaner Assembly  
a) Air filter element  
3. Ignition System, including:  
a) Spark plug  
b) Ignition module  
c) Flywheel assembly  
7.22.97 EPA/CARB  
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