User ManualTable of ContentsLV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA1LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120)1Four-Cycle Engine . Vertical Crankshaft . Air-Cooled1IMPORTANT NOTICE!2Safety Definitions2Statements in this manual preceded by the following words and graphics are of special significance:2Or2WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if NOT avoided, could result in death or serious injury.2Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if NOT avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.2Indicates a potential situation which, if NOT avoided, could result in equipment or property damage.2It is recommended that you take special notice of all items discussed on the next two pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment.2Before operating this engine it is your responsibility to read this Operator’s Manual. Follow these basic rules for your personal safety:2Notice Regarding Emissions2TecumsehPower Contact Information2I. General Safety Precautions3A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning3All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death.3Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be present even if you DO NOT see or smell any engine exhaust....3To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:3B. Avoid Gasoline Fires3Gasoline (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:3C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance3The manufacturer of the equipment may provide information about who is allowed to use this engine (see equipment manufacturer’s ...3D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts3NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft or flywheel. See Figure 1 on page 2.3The equipment manufacturer may attach a sprocket and chain or pulley and belt to the engine shaft. If these parts are NOT proper...3E. DO NOT Modify Engine4To 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.4F. Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces4The muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped.4G. Avoid Accidental Starts4To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always:4H. Use Hearing Protection4Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine.4Figure 1. Typical Flywheel Guard Location4Figure 2. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug41. Grounding Post Connection42. Spark Plug Connection4Figure 3. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection4II. How to Get Service5A. Engine Identification Decal5A sample engine identification decal is located in the next column and indicates the engine’s model number, specification and date of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 4.5The 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.5B. Technician’s Handbook5If you have a general understanding of internal combustion engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or engine emis...5TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is responsible only for the engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by the equipment manufacturer.5Figure 4. Engine Identification Decal5Figure 5. Technician’s Handbook5III. Oil and Fuel Specifications6A. Oil6To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, see Table 1. In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the correct amount of oil to operate properly.6Special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.6B. Fuel6Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the components identified in Table 2.6The use of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are NOT recommended for use in TecumsehPower engines. Alternative fuels with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may cause internal engine damage.6IV. Before Starting Your Engine6A. Checking Oil Level6To avoid engine damage, it is important to:6Table 1. Recommended Oil6Table 2. Recommended Fuel610%610%615%615%6Figure 6. Engine Oil Level6B. Filling Oil Sump7I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick7If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions.71. Be sure engine is upright and level.72. Unscrew oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. See Figures 7 and 8.73. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.74. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube. Note oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark, slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See Figure 6 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.75. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.76. Wipe away any spilled oil.7II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug7If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions above.71. Be sure engine is upright and level.72. Clean area around oil fill cap/plug. See Figure 9.73. Unscrew oil fill cap/plug.74. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.75. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.76. Wipe away any spilled oil.71. Spark Plug Cap72. Spark Plug Wire73. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick74. Starter Cord Handle75. Fuel Fill Cap76. Air Cleaner77. Primer Bulb78. Carburetor79. Muffler7Figure 7. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick7Figure 8. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick7Figure 9. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Plug7C. Filling Fuel Tank8An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel this engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and ca...81. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.82. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated area.83. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap. See Figure 7 on page 5. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.84. 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.85. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start engine. Move machine away from area of spillage. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors are gone.86. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions) is open. See Figure 11.8Figure 10. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s)8Figure 11. Fuel Valve Positions8V. Starting Your Engine9To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should start this engine. Only allow children to start engine if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation.9If you are unable to start this engine after following instructions in this manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servic...9This section contains starting instructions for several different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions that app...9A. Engines with Electric Starters9Only one of the following three sections will apply to your engine. See Table 3.9I. Primer Bulb Only91. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.92. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 12 and 13.93. When starting a cold engine, press primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position between pushes. See Figures 14 and 15. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.94. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 12.9Table 3. Engines with Electric Starters91. Electric Start Switch92. Engine Throttle Control93. Equipment Control9Figure 12. Typical Engine Controls9Figure 13. Typical Engine Symbols91. Primer Bulb92. Vent Hole9Figure 14. Pressing Primer Bulb95. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine.106. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition switch key.107. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6 and try again.108. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 7, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.10II. Choke Only101. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.102. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 12, 13 and 16 starting on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.103. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 12 on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.104. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine.105. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 4 and try again.106. When engine starts:10a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.10b. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.10c. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed in “RUN” range.10a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE” position.10b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST ”position.101. Spark Plug Cap102. Spark Plug Wire103. Starter Cord Handle104. Air Cleaner105. Primer Bulb106. Carburetor107. Muffler10Figure 15. Engine Components101. “SLOW” Position102. “RUN” Range103. “FAST” Position10Figure 16. Start/Choke Control Positions107. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.108. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” position and start engine.109. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.10III. Primer Bulb and Choke11Follow instructions in Section A.1. See "I. Primer Bulb Only" instructions and Table 3 on page 7.111. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.112. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 17 thru 19.113. When starting a cold engine, press primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position between pushes. See Figures 15 and 20 starting on page 8. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.114. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 17.115. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start engine.116. When engine starts:11a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.11b. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position. See Figures 17 thru 19.11c. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed in “RUN” range.11a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE” position. See Figures 17 thru 19.11b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position. See Figures 17 thru 19.111. Electric Start Switch112. Engine Throttle Control113. Equipment Control11Figure 17. Typical Engine Controls11Figure 18. Typical Engine Symbols111. “SLOW” Position112. “RUN” Range113. “FAST” Position11Figure 19. Start/Choke Control Positions111. Primer Bulb112. Vent Hole11Figure 20. Pressing Primer Bulb117. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.128. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” position and start engine.129. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.12B. Engines with Recoil Starters12Only one of the following three sections will apply to your engine. See Table 4.12I. Primer Bulb Only121. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.122. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 21 thru 23.12Table 4. Engines with Recoil Starters121. Starter Cord Handle122. Engine Throttle Control123. Equipment Control12Figure 21. Typical Engine Controls12Figure 22. Typical Engine Symbols121. “SLOW” Position122. “RUN” Range123. “FAST” Position12Figure 23. Start/Choke Control Positions123. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position between pushes. See Figure 24.134. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.13When pulling starter rope, the rope can unexpectedly jerk back toward engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions:135. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.13a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.13b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke.13c. Return rope slowly to original position.136. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 5 and try again.137. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 6, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.13II. Choke Only131. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.132. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.133. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions.131. Primer Bulb132. Vent Hole13Figure 24. Pressing Primer Bulb13When pulling starter rope, the rope can unexpectedly jerk back toward engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions:134. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.13a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.13b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke.13c. Return rope slowly to original position.135. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 4 and try again.136. When engine starts:13a. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.13b. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed in “RUN” range.13a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE” position. See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.13b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.137. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.138. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” position and start engine.139. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.13III. Primer Bulb and Choke14Follow instructions in Section B.I. "I. Primer Bulb Only" instructions and Table 4 on page 10.141. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.142. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 25 thru 27.143. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to original position between pushes. See Figure 24 on page 11. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.144. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 25.14When pulling starter rope, the rope can unexpectedly jerk back toward engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully follow these instructions:145. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 25.14a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.14b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling rope with one rapid full arm stroke.14c. Return rope slowly to original position.146. When engine starts:14a. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position. See Figures 25 thru 27.14b. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed in “RUN” range.14a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE” position.14b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.141. Starter Cord Handle142. Engine Throttle Control143. Equipment Control14Figure 25. Typical Engine Controls14Figure 26. Typical Engine Symbols141. “SLOW” Position142. “RUN” Range143. “FAST” Position14Figure 27. Start/Choke Control Positions147. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.148. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” position and start engine.149. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.14VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage15Stop engine according to equipment manufacturer’s instructions.15To avoid unsupervised operation of 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. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or death.15NEVER store engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.15VII. Maintenance15To avoid serious injury or death, an adult should perform maintenance on this engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation.15To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment, always:15Figure 28. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug151. Grounding Post Connection152. Spark Plug Connection15Figure 29. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection15A. Checking and Changing Oil15To avoid engine damage, it is important to:15I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick16If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1. If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 16.161. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. See Figures 30 and 31. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.162. Be sure fuel fill cap is on and tightened securely. See Figure 32.163. Carefully turn engine on the side with the carburetor side up. See Figure 33.164. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil fill cap/dipstick.165. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.166. Tip engine with the carburetor side up to position the oil flow, so it will drain from the lowest point on the engine (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 33.167. Drain oil into an approved recyclable oil container.16Figure 30. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug161. Grounding Post Connection162. Spark Plug Connection16Figure 31. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection16Figure 32. Fuel Fill Cap161. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick)162. Carburetor16Figure 33. Draining Oil Sump168. Clean area around oil fill tube and oil fill cap/dipstick. See Figure 34.179. Place engine back onto a level upright position with the wheels touching the ground.1710. Fill with recommended oil. See Table 1 and "III. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.17Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil.1711. Wipe away any spilled oil.1712. Install oil fill cap/dipstick. Tighten securely. See Figure 34.1713. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. See Figures 35 thru 37.1714. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to start engine.17Figure 34. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick17Figure 35. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug171. Grounding Post Connection172. Spark Plug Connection17Figure 36. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection17Figure 37. Typical Spark Plug Connection17II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug18If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 14.181. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. See Figures 38 and 39. See “G” Avoid Accidental Starts” instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.182. Be sure fuel fill cap is on and tightened securely. See Figure 40.183. Be sure you find the correct oil drain plug location (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 41.184. Clean area around oil drain plug.185. 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).186. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved recyclable oil container.187. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.18Figure 38. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug181. Grounding Post Connection182. Spark Plug Connection18Figure 39. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection18Figure 40. Fuel Fill Cap18Figure 41. Oil Drain Plug Locations188. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling and fill with recommended oil. See Table 1 and "III. Oil and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. See Figure 42. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.19Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for TecumsehPower Oil.199. Wipe away any spilled oil.1910. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely. See Figure 42.1911. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided. See Figures 43 thru 45.1912. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to start engine.19Figure 42. Oil Fill Plug19Figure 43. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug191. Grounding Post Connection192. Spark Plug Connection19Figure 44. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection19Figure 45. Typical Spark Plug Connection19B. Removing Debris from Engine20Before each use, remove the air cleaner cover. Discard grass clippings, dirt and debris from the following areas:20Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 46.20C. Spark Plug20Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.201. Clean area around spark plug.202. Remove and inspect spark plug.203. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are:204. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap to-.030 in. (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 47.205. Install spark plug and tighten securely.20D. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner20Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent premature engine wear and failure. NEVER run engine without complete air clea...201. Cooling Fins202. Air Intake Screen203. Levers and Linkage20Figure 46. Debris Removal Locations201. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap202. Electrodes203. Porcelain20Figure 47. Resistor Spark Plug20I. Servicing Foam Filters20Clean foam 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:201. Wash in warm water and detergent solution then press (DO NOT twist) until all dirt is removed.202. Rinse thoroughly until water is clear.203. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until completely dry.204. Install foam filter.20II. Servicing Paper Filters21Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely d...21III. Removal and Installation-Type “A” Air Cleaner211. Press cover release button and lift cover upward. See Figure 48.212. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on page 18. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.213. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.214. Install filter(s) in body where applicable.215. Push cover downward on body and press until cover locks with body tab securely.21IV. Removal and Installation-Type “B” Air Cleaner211. Remove cover by pulling tab “A” away from body while lifting cover upward. See Figure 49.212. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on page 18 and /or "II. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions listed above. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.213. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.214. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter(s) in body where applicable.215. Install cover by hooking slot of cover over tab “B” on body.216. Push cover down, snapping cover onto body securely.211. Cover Release Button212. Foam / Screen Filter (Optional)213. Foam Filter214. Tab215. Cover216. Slot217. Body218. Body Tab21Figure 48. Air Cleaner Type “A” Assembly211. Tab “B”212. Foam Filter213. Slot214. Optional Paper Filter215. Cover216. Tab “A”217. Foam Filter218. Body21Figure 49. Air Cleaner Type “B” Assembly21V. Removal and Installation-Type “C” Air Cleaner221. Turn cover counterclockwise to remove. See Figure 50.222. Remove paper filter from flange. See "II. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.223. Discard paper filter.224. Clean cover and flange thoroughly.225. Install new paper filter into cover.226. Position cover and filter against flange with tab on cover inserted into lower left corner of slot in flange.227. Push cover firmly against flange and turn clockwise as far as it will go.228. Be sure retainers are locked around flange.221. Retainer222. Slot223. Flange224. Paper Filter225. Tab226. Cover22Figure 50. Air Cleaner Type “C” Assembly22VI. Removal and Installation-Type “D” Air Cleaner221. Remove cover by pulling tab “A” away from body while lifting cover upward. See Figure 51.222. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters" instructions on page 18 and/or "II. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.223. Discard paper filter.224. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.225. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter.226. Install cover by hooking slot of cover over tab “B” on body.227. Push cover down, snapping cover onto body securely.221. Tab “B”222. Foam Filter223. Slot224. Cover225. Tab “A”226. Paper Filter227. Body22Figure 51. Air Cleaner Type “D” Assembly22VII. Removal and Installation-Type “E” Air Cleaner231. Turn cover clockwise to remove. See Figure 52.232. Remove paper filter from flange. See "II. Servicing Paper Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.233. Discard paper filter.234. Clean cover and flange thoroughly.235. Insert new paper filter into cover.236. Line up tabs on cover with slots on flange.237. Push cover firmly against flange and turn counterclockwise until cover locks securely in place.238. Secure cover and be sure it is in vertical position.23E. Carburetor23If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Engine performance sho...23F. Engine Speed23To 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.23Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY.23G. Engine Stopping Mechanism23Some engines are equipped with a federally-mandated mechanism which stops the engine and mower blade. To avoid serious injury or...23H. Adjustments23DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Factory settings are satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are needed, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.231. Paper Filter232. Slots233. Flange234. Tabs235. Cover23Figure 52. Air Cleaner Type “E” Assembly23VIII. Transporting Your Engine23NEVER transport this engine inside another vehicle or in any enclosed space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite leading to serious injury or death.23If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup truck.23If 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:231. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available suction device designed for use with gasoline.23To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by mouth.232. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container, being careful to avoid spilling.233. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed.23NEVER leave the engine unattended when it is running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.23IX. Storing Your Engine24A. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage24I. Clean Engine24Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover and/or blower housing. Remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from the following areas:24Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.24II. Fuel Storage24NEVER store engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.24III. Fuel System24To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel system in the following method below:24It is NOT necessary to empty stabilized gas from fuel tank.24IV. Fuel Treatment241. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s instructions.242. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor.24NEVER store engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.24B. Extended Storage25I. Draining Fuel251. 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.252. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is consumed.25NEVER leave the engine unattended when it is running and NEVER run engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.253. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "II. Oil Cylinder Bore" instructions.25II. Oil Cylinder Bore25When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel may spray from spark plug hole. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these instructions:251. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. See Figures 53 and 54.252. Remove spark plug.253. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug hole.254. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from spraying from spark plug hole when engine is started.25Figure 53. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug251. Grounding Post Connection252. Spark Plug Connection25Figure 54. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection255. Grasp starter cord handle:25a. Pull out slowly using a full arm stroke.25b. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)25c. Proceed to Step 7.256. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to “START” position. Immediately release starter button or turn ignition switch key to “OFF” position. (This will distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)257. Remove rag covering spark plug hole.258. Install spark plug.259. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post, if provided.2510. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting to start engine.25III. Oil25Change oil if NOT changed within the last 3 months. See "A. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 13.25IV. Battery25See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper battery storage, if machine is equipped with a battery.25X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires26Local, state and federal laws may require use of a spark arrester to prevent fires. For example, it is a violation of California...26To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Screen Type 36085”.26If your engine does NOT have a spark arrester, you may purchase one from your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to be replaced to allow the spark arrester to be installed.26XI. Maintenance Intervals26ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. See Table 5.26Table 5. Maintenance Intervals26Scheduled Maintenance26After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm261. Change Oil26Date_______________Owner/Dealer26Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Every 25 Hours or 3 Months271. Clean Foam Filter27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Date_______________Owner/Dealer27Every 25 Hours or 3 Months28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Every 100 Hours or Seasonally281. Replace Paper Filter28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Every 200 Hours or Seasonally281. Replace Spark Plug28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28Date_______________Owner/Dealer28XII. Warranty Information32(English) 6/01/0832(English) 6/01/081Size: 1.42 MBPages: 32Language: EnglishOpen manual