Tecumseh Fan OH195EA User Manual

Operator’s Manual  
OH195EA/OH195XA  
OH195EP/OH195XP  
Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled  
Table of Contents  
Safety Definitions..............................................................................ii  
I. General Safety Precautions............................................................. 1  
II. How to Get Service.......................................................................... 3  
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 3  
IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4  
V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 6  
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 10  
VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 10  
VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 13  
IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 14  
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 16  
XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 16  
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20  
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 21  
XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 22  
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Register Your Tecumseh Engine  
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. Tecumseh 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. Call Tecumseh  
Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit  
• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by  
mouth. To empty fuel tank see "I. Draining Fuel"  
instructions on page 14.  
A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning  
All engine exhaust contains  
carbon monoxide, a deadly  
gas. Breathing carbon  
C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling  
and Maintenance  
monoxide can cause  
headaches, dizziness,  
The manufacturer of the application 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.  
Tecumseh recommends the following:  
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 "C. Filling Fuel  
Tank" instructions on page 5.  
• An adult should perform maintenance on this  
engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on page  
10. Only allow children to perform maintenance 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.  
• 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. 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.  
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 cap or add fuel when engine is  
running.  
See Figures 1and 2, on page 2.  
• 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. Tecumseh  
manufactures the Power Sport line of engines for use in  
such applications. Consult your local Authorized  
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go  
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.  
1
To avoid severe burns on contact,  
NEVER operate the engine without  
the muffler guard in place, see  
Figure 2 and avoid hot areas of the  
engine.  
2
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  
the engine application in long dry grass or other dry  
ground cover.  
1. Muffler Guard  
2. Flywheel Guard  
G. Avoid Accidental Starts  
To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment  
always:  
Figure 2. Typical Engine Guard Locations  
• 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.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided.  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
Figure 3. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
• 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  
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at  
Company at 1-800-558-5402.  
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A. Engine Identification Decal  
ENGINE  
MODEL:  
A sample engine identification decal (See Figure 5.)  
indicates the engine’s model number, specification of  
engine and the date of manufacture (D.O.M.). Please look  
at the decal on your engine and fill in this information in the  
spaces provided for future reference.  
SPEC:  
D.O.M.:  
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. To find the life period  
specification for your engine, please look on your engine’s  
decal and find the letter enclosed by quotation marks  
between the words MODERATE and LIFE PERIOD. Match  
one of the following letters with the letter printed on your  
decal. For example, OH models are designated as “C” 125  
hours, “B” 250 hours, and “A” 500 hours.  
Figure 5. Engine Identification Label  
TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK  
B. Tecumseh Technician’s Handbooks  
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 Tecumseh  
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 Tecumseh Engines. Order as  
part no. 695244A for OH models.  
4 -CYCLE  
OVERHEAD VALVE  
ENGINES  
Tecumseh 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.  
Figure 6. Technician’s Handbook  
Table 1. Recommended Engine Oil  
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications  
Tecumseh Recommended Oil Usage  
Straight Grade  
Tecumseh Part No.  
730225A or SAE 30  
A. Oil  
To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality,  
detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, See Table 1.  
Multi Grade  
Tecumseh Part No.  
730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10  
NOTES  
Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.  
Synthetic  
Tecumseh Part No.  
730263 or SAE 0W30  
20OF  
32OF  
0OC  
80OF  
Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil  
consumption. SAE10W40 is not recommended.  
O
O
100 F  
-20 F  
0OF  
40OF  
60OF  
10OC  
20OC  
30OC  
40OC  
O
O
O
-30 C  
-20 C  
-10 C  
The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 1-1/4 U.S. Pints  
(.62 liters).  
Tecumseh special-formulated oils are available at your  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
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Table 2. Recommended Fuel  
B. Fuel  
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated  
automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the  
following components identified in Table 2.  
Fuel Component  
Percentage  
Ethanol  
10%  
10%  
15%  
15%  
• DO NOT use leaded fuel.  
Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”)  
• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left  
over from last season or stored for long periods.  
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)  
ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)  
• NEVER mix oil with fuel.  
• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood  
Alcohol).  
The use of alternative fuels such as E85  
CAUTION  
or E20 are not recommended for use in  
Fill between “Full”  
and “ADD” Marks  
FULL  
Tecumseh engines. Alternative fuels with high alcohol  
content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance,  
and may cause internal engine damage.  
OK  
ADD  
NOTE  
Damage and/or performance problems that will occur from  
use of fuels, other than those listed in the Operator’s  
Manuals will not be considered warranty.  
Figure 7. Engine Oil Level  
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IV. Before Starting Your Engine  
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6
7
A. Checking Oil Level  
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:  
3
• Check oil level before each use and every 5  
operating hours when engine is warm. Check oil  
level more frequently during engine break-in.  
• Keep oil level between “FULL” and “ADD” marks on  
dipstick. See Figure 7.  
• Insure oil fill cap/plug is tightened securely.  
2
NOTES  
Do not overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over  
to the air cleaner and equipment malfunction or damage.  
1
8
Do not allow oil level to fall below the “ADD” mark on  
dipstick. Doing so may result in equipment malfunction or  
damage.  
10  
9
1. Carburetor  
2. Primer  
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for  
Tecumseh Oil.  
3. Muffler  
4. Spark Plug Cap  
5. Oil Fill Cap  
B. Filling Oil Sump  
I. Oil Fill Cap or Oil Fill Plug with Dipstick  
6. Fuel Fill Cap  
7. Engine Stop Switch  
8. Starter Cord Handle  
9. Speed Control  
10.Air Cleaner  
If your engine has an oil fill cap go to step 1. If your engine  
has an oil fill plug see "II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil  
Fill Plug)" instructions on page 5.  
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.  
2. Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick  
clean. See Figure 8.  
Figure 8. Engine with Oil Fill Dipstick  
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NOTE  
Some engine models feature an oil fill plug with an attached  
dipstick. See Figure 9.  
1
2
2
3. Screw oil fill cap or oil fill plug back into oil filler tube.  
Tighten securely.  
4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap or oil fill plug 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.  
5. Screw oil fill cap or oil fill plug back into oil filler tube.  
Tighten securely.  
1. Oil Fill Plug With Dipstick  
2. Oil Fill Plug  
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)  
Figure 9. Other Possible Oil Fill Locations  
If your engine has an oil fill plug go to step 1. If your engine  
has an oil fill cap see "I. Oil Fill Cap or Oil Fill Plug with  
Dipstick" instructions on page 4.  
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.  
2. Clean area around oil fill plug. See Figure 9.  
3. Unscrew oil fill plug.  
4. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.  
5. Screw oil fill plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.  
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
C. Filling Fuel Tank  
Figure 10. Fuel Cap Insert Symbol  
Front View  
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. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.  
2. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated  
area.  
Bottom View  
3. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap.  
See Figure 8 on page 4.  
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.  
Figure 11. Possible Anti-Splash Fuel Fill Cap(s)  
Fuel  
Tank  
5. Replace anti-splash 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.  
Fuel Valve  
“Open”  
NOTES  
Remove and discard white plastic fuel tank insert, if  
provided. See Figure 10.  
Position  
Shown  
Turn Valve Clockwise  
To “Off” Position  
Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine  
Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Failure to do  
so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 11.  
Figure 12. Fuel Valve Positions  
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D. 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 14.  
STOP  
STOP SLOW  
RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER  
Figure 13. Typical Engine Symbols  
E. Optional Fuel Valve  
Some engines are equipped with an optional fuel valve.  
See Figure 12  
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4
6
7
V. Starting Your Engine  
An adult should start the engine. Only  
WARNING  
allow children to start engine if an  
3
adult has determined they are  
experienced and capable of such operation.  
If you are unable to start this engine  
WARNING  
after following instructions in this  
manual, contact your Authorized  
Tecumseh 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:  
2
• DO NOT use starting fluid.  
1
8
• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or  
onto air cleaner.  
10  
9
• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or  
onto air cleaner.  
1. Carburetor  
2. Primer  
• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with  
spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug  
hole and ignite.  
3. Muffler  
4. Spark Plug Cap  
5. Oil Fill Cap  
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 8.  
6. Fuel Fill Cap  
7. Engine Stop Switch  
8. Starter Cord Handle  
9. Speed Control  
10.Air Cleaner  
A. Engines with Electric Starters  
Figure 14. Engine Components  
Only one of the following two sections will apply to your  
engine. See Table 3.  
Table 3. Engine Sections with Electric Starters  
If your engine has:  
Go to:  
Primer Bulb Only  
Section A.I  
Section A.II  
Choke Only  
I. Engine With Primer Bulb  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
2. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer’s  
instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST”  
position. See Figures 13 and 14.  
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3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return  
completely to original position between pushes. See  
Figure 15.  
NOTES  
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 5 times.  
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short  
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may result in  
equipment malfunction.  
Figure 15. Engine Primer Bulb  
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds  
each attempt.  
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start  
engine.  
5. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition  
switch key.  
3
6. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2  
thru 5 and try again.  
7. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 6,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in  
any other way.  
1
2
1. Full Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. No Choke Position  
II. Engine With Choke  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
Figure 16. Engine Choke Positions  
2. Move Choke Control to “FULL CHOKE” position. See  
Figure 16.  
NOTES  
If engine starts but falters when Choke Lever is moved to  
“NO CHOKE” position:  
NOTE  
If restarting warm engine after a short shutdown, move  
Choke Control to “NO CHOKE” position. See Figure 16.  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever back to “FULL  
CHOKE” position.  
3. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer’s  
instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST”  
position.  
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE” position.  
c. Finally, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
NOTE  
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds  
each attempt.  
If engine dies after Choke Lever is moved to “NO CHOKE”  
position, repeat steps 2 thru 5 to restart engine.  
6. If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move  
Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position and start engine.  
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start  
engine.  
7. If engine fails after 3 attempts in the “NO CHOKE”  
position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.  
5. When engine starts:  
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.  
8. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 7,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in  
any other way.  
b. Momentarily move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE”  
position until engine runs smoothly.  
c. Next, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
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When pulling starter rope, the rope  
can unexpectedly jerk back toward  
B. Engines with Recoil Starters  
WARNING  
If you have an electric starter see "A. Engines with Electric  
Starters" instructions on page 6. Only one of the following  
two sections will apply to your engine. If you have a manual  
recoil starter see Table 4.  
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully  
follow these instructions:  
4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 19.  
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.  
b. Next, pull rope with one rapid full arm stroke.  
c. Return rope slowly to original position.  
Table 4. Engine Sections with Recoil Starters  
If your engine has:  
Go to:  
NOTE  
Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids  
potential damage to the recoil mechanism.  
Primer Bulb Only  
Section B.I  
Section B.II  
Choke Only  
5. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2  
thru 4 and try again.  
I. Engine With Primer Bulb  
6. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 5,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in  
any other way.  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
2. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer’s  
instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST”  
position, if present. See Figure 17.  
3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return  
completely to original position between pushes. See  
Figure 18.  
NOTE  
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 5 times.  
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short  
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may result in  
equipment malfunction.  
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II. Engine With Choke  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
STOP  
2. Move Engine Choke Lever to “FULL CHOKE” position.  
See Figure 20.  
STOP SLOW  
RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER  
Figure 17. Typical Engine Symbols  
NOTE  
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move  
Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position. See Figure 20.  
3. Move Equipment Control (see manufacturer’s  
instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST”  
position. See Figure 17.  
When pulling starter rope, the rope  
WARNING  
can unexpectedly jerk back toward  
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully  
follow these instructions:  
4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 19.  
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.  
b. Next, pull rope with one rapid full arm stroke.  
c. Return rope slowly to original position.  
Figure 18. Engine Primer Bulb  
NOTE  
Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids  
potential damage to the recoil mechanism.  
5. When engine starts:  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE”  
position until engine runs smoothly.  
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
NOTES  
If engine starts but falters when Choke Lever is moved to  
“NO CHOKE” position:  
Figure 19. Starter Cord Handle  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever back to “FULL  
CHOKE” position.  
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE” position.  
c. Finally, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
If engine dies after Choke Lever is moved to “NO CHOKE”  
position, repeat steps 2 thru 5 to restart engine.  
3
6. If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move  
choke lever to “NO CHOKE” position and start engine.  
1
7. If engine fails after 3 attempts in the “NO CHOKE”  
position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.  
2
8. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 7,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh 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. Engine Choke Positions  
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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 the engine with fuel in  
WARNING  
the fuel tank inside a building with  
Figure 21. Possible Oil Drain Plug Locations  
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space  
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.  
VII. Maintenance  
An adult should perform maintenance  
WARNING  
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 working on equipment,  
always:  
• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts"  
instructions on page 2.  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire  
securely away from metal parts where arcing  
could occur.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided.  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
Figure 22. Possible Oil Fill Locations  
3. Be sure the gas cap is on and is tightened securely.  
4. Clean area around oil drain plug. See Figure 21.  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
• Remove ignition key, if provided.  
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  
manufacturer’s instructions).  
A. Checking and Changing Oil  
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:  
• Check oil level before each use and after every  
5 operating hours when engine is warm.  
See "A. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 4.  
6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into approved con-  
tainer. See Figure 21.  
• 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.  
NOTE  
Used oil must be disposed of at a proper collection center.  
1. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if  
provided. See Figure 21.  
7. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.  
8. Fill with recommended oil. See "III. Oil and Fuel Speci-  
fications" instructions on page 3. See Table 1, on page  
3. See Figure 22.  
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instruc-  
tions on page 2.  
9. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely  
away from metal parts where arcing could occur.  
10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding  
post, if provided.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if  
provided.  
11. Carefully re-connect spark plug wire to spark plug.  
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B. Removing Debris from Engine  
2
Before each use, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris  
from the following areas:  
• Levers and Linkage  
• Cooling Fins  
3
• Air Intake Screen  
• Guards  
1
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct  
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 23.  
1. Levers and Linkage  
2. Cooling Fins  
C. Spark Plug  
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.  
1. Clean area around spark plug.  
2. Remove and inspect spark plug.  
3. Air Intake Screen  
Figure 23. Debris Removal Areas  
3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if elec-  
trodes are:  
2
3
• Pitted  
• Burned  
• Fouled with deposits  
4. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set  
gap to .030 in. (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 24.  
5. Install spark plug and tighten securely.  
1
NOTE  
A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact  
your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a Tecumseh  
Resistor Spark Plug.  
1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap  
2. Electrodes  
3. Porcelain  
D. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner  
Figure 24. Resistor Spark Plug  
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.  
NOTE  
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a  
Tecumseh Air Cleaner.  
I. Servicing Foam Pre-Filters  
Inspect and clean or replace foam pre-filters every 3 months  
or every 25 operating hours. Clean daily if used in extremely  
dusty conditions. After removing the filter, follow these  
cleaning instructions below:  
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.  
3. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until  
completely dry.  
NOTE  
DO NOT oil foam pre-filter.  
4. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter.  
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II. Servicing Paper Filters  
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 Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
5
4
6
7
NOTE  
DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.  
3
III. Removal and Installation of Air Filters  
1. Remove wing nut and cover. See Figure 25.  
2. Remove optional foam pre-filter, if present from cover.  
3. Remove paper element from base.  
8
4. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.  
5. Install paper element into base.  
2
6. Install foam pre-filter, if present into cover.  
7. Install cover on base.  
8. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
E. Anti-Icing Baffle  
Some engines may be equipped with an anti-icing air  
cleaner baffle that prevents ice from forming in the  
carburetor when the engine is run at temperatures below  
32°F (0°C).  
COLD WEATHER  
BAFFLE  
POSITION  
S
ABOVE 32°F (0°C)  
”FOR SUMMER  
Engines equipped with the baffle will have an opening  
which draws warm air from the muffler into the air cleaner  
housing. To work effectively, it is necessary for the baffle to  
block cold air from entering the air cleaner.  
POSITION “  
W
BELOW 32°F (0°C)  
FOR WINTER  
1
At temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and Below  
1. Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover. See Figure 25.  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
1. Red Baffle  
2. Baffle Summer Position  
3. Baffle Winter Position  
4. Base  
3. Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.  
4. Insert red baffle in “WINTER” position shown.  
5. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
5. Paper Element  
6. Foam Pre-Filter (Optional)  
7. Cover  
6. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
At temperatures above 32°F (0°C)  
8. Wing Nut  
1. Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover. See Figure 25.  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
Figure 25. Air Cleaner and Optional Anti-Icing Baffle  
3. Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.  
4. Insert red baffle in “SUMMER” position shown.  
5. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
6. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
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F. Alternator (Optional)  
VIII. Transporting Your Engine  
NEVER transport this engine inside  
another vehicle or in any enclosed  
For alternator related electrical problems such as:  
• Inoperative starter  
WARNING  
space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or  
spilled fuel may ignite.  
• Discharged battery  
• Fuse replacement  
If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close  
WARNING  
the fuel shut off valve, if equipped,  
• Alternator maintenance/repairs  
and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such  
as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup truck.  
See your equipment manufacturer’s instructions and an  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
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:  
G. Carburetor  
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your  
nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Engine  
performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000  
feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher elevations,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available  
suction device designed for use with gasoline.  
To avoid severe injury or death,  
WARNING  
do not pour fuel from engine or  
siphon fuel by mouth.  
H. Engine Speed  
2. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container,  
being careful to avoid spilling.  
To avoid serious injury or death, DO  
WARNING  
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.  
3. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed.  
NEVER leave the engine unattended  
WARNING  
when it is running and NEVER run  
engine in enclosed areas.  
Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory  
can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE  
WARRANTY.  
I. Adjustments  
Do not make any engine adjustments. Factory settings are  
satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are needed,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
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III. Fuel System  
IX. Storing Your Engine  
A. Short Term/Seasonal Storage  
I. Clean Engine  
To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel  
system in the following method below:  
NOTES  
Tecumseh recommends using ULTRA-FRESH™ or Fuel  
Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as  
an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel gum  
deposits during storage. This product is available from your  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
Before servicing the engine remove the blower housing. In  
addition, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from the  
following areas:  
• Cooling fins  
• Air intake screen  
• Levers  
Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Failure  
to do so may result in equipment damage.  
• Linkage  
It is not necessary to drain stabilized gas from carburetor.  
• Guards  
IV. Fuel Treatment  
• Carburetor  
• Head  
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct  
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.  
2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer  
to allow it to reach carburetor.  
NEVER store the engine with fuel in  
WARNING  
the fuel tank inside a building with  
II. Fuel Storage  
NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel  
WARNING  
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space  
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.  
tank inside a building with potential  
sources of ignition such as hot water and space heaters,  
clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Failure to do so may  
result in an explosion and result in death or serious injury.  
NOTE  
Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can  
empty the fuel tank as described. See "I. Draining Fuel"  
instructions.  
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.  
B. Extended Storage  
I. Draining Fuel  
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.  
NOTES  
Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from  
carburetor. See "I. Clean Engine" instructions.  
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 Term/Seasonal Storage"  
instructions.  
If you operate the engine during all 4 seasons, it is not  
necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore.  
To avoid severe injury or death,  
WARNING  
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or  
siphon fuel by mouth.  
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 the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is  
consumed.  
NEVER leave the engine unattended  
when it is running and NEVER run  
WARNING  
engine in enclosed areas.  
3. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "II. Oil Cylinder  
Bore" instructions on page 15.  
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II. 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. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instruc-  
tions on page 2. See Figures 26 and 27.  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire  
securely away from metal parts where arcing  
could occur.  
Figure 26. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided.  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
• Remove ignition key, if provided.  
2. Remove spark plug.  
3. Squirt 1oz. (30ml) 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 27. Typical Spark Plug Connection  
NOTES  
For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.  
III. Oil  
Change oil if not changed within the last 3 months. See "A.  
Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 10.  
For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to Step  
6.  
5. Grasp starter cord handle and pull out slowly using a  
full arm stroke. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil  
throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during  
storage.)  
IV. Battery  
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper  
battery storage if machine is equipped with a battery.  
6. Install spark plug.  
7. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding  
post, if provided.  
NOTE  
Connect spark plug wire before attempting to start engine.  
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X. Preventing Forest, Brush and  
Grass Fires  
XI. Maintenance Intervals  
Maintenance is one of the most important things that you  
can do to extend the life of your Tecumseh Engine. If you  
are unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself,  
contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. You may also call Tecumseh Power Company at  
locate your dealer.  
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.  
ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed on  
the next two pages. See Table 5.  
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 “Tecumseh  
Screen Type 36085”.  
Table 5. Maintenance Intervals  
If your engine does not have a spark arrester, you may  
purchase one from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to be replaced  
to allow the spark arrester to be installed.  
Procedure  
Time  
After first 2 hrs.  
when engine is warm  
Change  
Oil  
Check  
Oil Level  
5 hrs. or Before Each Use  
5 hrs. or Before Each Use  
25 hrs. or 3 mos.  
Clean  
Cooling Fins  
Change  
Oil  
Clean  
Foam Pre-Filter  
25 hrs. or 3 mos.  
100 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Replace  
Paper Element  
100 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Check  
Spark Plug  
200 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Replace  
Spark Plug  
First Scheduled Maintenance  
After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm  
1. Change Oil  
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Before Each Use Scheduled Maintenance  
Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance  
1. Change Oil  
2. Clean Foam Pre-Filter  
Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use  
1. Check Oil Level  
2. Clean Cooling Fins  
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Every 100 Hours or Seasonally  
1. Replace Paper Element  
2. Check Spark Plug  
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Every 200 Hours or Seasonally  
1. Replace Spark Plug  
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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 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 Power Company will warrant 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.  
You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a  
Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered  
Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or  
Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh Servicing Dealer and/or Tecumseh Power  
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 obligations  
under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”)  
which is provided to you by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant  
to California law. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to  
original purchasers of new Tecumseh Power Company engines  
the Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New  
Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules. The  
Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New  
Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh  
Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back cover of the  
Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new Tecumseh Power  
Company 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  
Tecumseh Power Company Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall  
apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Power  
Company Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both  
the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Power Company Warranty  
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, Tecumseh Power  
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 Tecumseh  
Power Company  
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Power  
Company 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 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.  
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 Tecumseh Power Company 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 small off-road engine owner, you should, however, be  
aware that Tecumseh Power Company may deny you warranty  
coverage if your small off-road engine or a part thereof has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved  
modifications.  
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Power Company  
at 1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402.  
Revised July, 2005  
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 Tecumseh 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. Tecumseh Power 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:  
Tecumseh Power 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, Tecumseh Power  
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 Tecumseh Power 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 Tecumseh Power 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 Tecumseh Power Company engine.  
Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient  
grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim.  
Tecumseh Power Company shall not be liable hereunder  
for failures of any warranted parts of a Tecumseh Power  
Company 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  
Tecumseh Power 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:  
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 Tecumseh Power  
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.  
a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)  
b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)  
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  
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.  
c) Canister (if so equipped)  
d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)  
Revised July, 2005  
e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)  
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”.  
181-1032-14  
Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled  
 
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XII. Warranty Information  
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEH 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, Tecumseh Power 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  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Outlet or by Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. 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. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered  
Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh c/o Service Manager, 900 North  
Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499.  
(4)  
(5)  
“CONSUMER USE”  
“COMMERCIAL USE”  
Warranty  
Category  
(A)  
Within  
U.S.A. and Canada  
90 Day  
Outside  
Within  
U.S.A. and Canada  
No Warranty  
1 Year  
Outside  
U.S.A. and Canada  
U.S.A. and Canada  
No Warranty  
1 Year  
(1)  
90 Day  
(1)  
(B)  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(1)  
(C)  
2 Years  
1 Year  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(2)  
(D)  
2 Years  
2 Years  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(E)  
2 Years  
2 Years  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(3)  
(3)  
(H)  
2 ‘n 10  
2 ‘n 10  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(3)  
(3)  
(3)  
(K)  
2 ‘n 10  
2 ‘n 10  
2 ‘n 10  
1 Year  
(7)  
(M)  
3 Years  
3 Years  
1 Year  
1 Year  
(1) 2 years for Member States of the European Union. Consumers may have additional legal rights not affected by the terms of this warranty pursuant to EU Directive  
1999/44/EC and the national legislation of certain Member States of the European Union.  
(2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.  
(3) 2 years on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only; the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition.  
(4) For purposes of this warranty policy, “consumer use” shall mean consumer’s personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.  
(5) For purposes of this warranty policy, “commercial use” shall mean all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.  
(6) 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 parenthesis (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) (K) or (M) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation.  
(7) Qualification for three (3) year consumer use warranty under engine warranty category (M) may be determined by notation of an (M) designation on the “Important  
Engine Information” decal located on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto.  
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEH CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT, if any.  
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,  
MERCHANTABILITY, 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 INDIRECT,  
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,  
LOSS OF UNIT USE OR ANY COST OR EXPENSE OF SUBSTITUTE UNITS DURING PERIODS OF MALFUNCTION OR NON-USE. 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.  
Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume for Tecumseh any other obligations or liabilities in connection with or with  
respect to any Tecumseh product or parts. The seller or dealer of a Tecumseh Product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to make any representations or promises on  
behalf of Tecumseh or to modify the terms or limitations of Tecumseh’s warranty in any way.  
Revised January, 2004  
!
WARNING  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65  
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other  
reproductive harm.  
Tecumseh Power Company • Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499 • USA  
Telephone: 1-800-558-5402  
181-1032-14  
(English) 10/01/06  
 

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