Operator’s Manual
TH098SA/TH139SA/TH139SP(HSK600-870)
Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
Table of Contents
VII. Maintenance ...................................................................................11
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 21
Register Your TecumsehPower Engine
Maintenance Tips
On-Line Store
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• NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors
in a well-ventilated area.
I. General Safety Precautions
• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.
! WARNING
• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container
to store and dispense fuel. TecumsehPower
Company recommends purchasing gasoline in
containers with a capacity of 2.5 gallons or less.
Small containers are easier to handle and help
eliminate spillage during refueling.
Read equipment manufacturer's manual and this
material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death. Consult your
local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call
1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for
additional information.
• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by
mouth. To empty the fuel tank, see "I. Draining Fuel"
instructions on page 14.
A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling
and Maintenance
All engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, a deadly
gas. Breathing carbon
The manufacturer of the equipment may provide
information about who is allowed to use this engine (see
equipment manufacturer’s manual). NOT everyone who is
allowed to use this engine is capable of safely and
responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it.
TecumsehPower Company recommends the following:
monoxide can cause
headaches, dizziness,
drowsiness, nausea, confusion
and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas
which may be present even if you DO NOT see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or
poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of
carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately,
get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow
children to refuel this engine. See "B. Filling Fuel
Tank" instructions on page 5.
• An adult should perform maintenance on this
engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on
page 11. Only allow children to perform mainte-
nance if an adult has determined they are
experienced and capable of such operation.
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:
• An adult should start the engine. See "G. Avoid
Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Only
allow children to start the engine if an adult has
determined they are experienced and capable of
such operation.
• NEVER run engine indoors. Even if you try to
ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows
and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach
dangerous levels.
• NEVER run engine in poorly-ventilated or partially
enclosed areas such as barns, garages,
basements, carports, under dwellings, or in pits.
• To avoid unsupervised operation of the engine,
especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended
when it is running. Remove ignition key, if equipped.
• NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust
can be drawn into a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts
NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft
or flywheel. See Figure 1 on page 2.
B. Avoid Gasoline Fires
The equipment manufacturer may
attach a sprocket and chain or pulley
and belt to the engine shaft. If these
parts are NOT properly guarded, or if
you are NOT sure whether they are
properly guarded, DO NOT use your
engine; contact the equipment
manufacturer. Hands, feet, hair,
jewelry, clothing, etc.,can become
entangled in rotating parts, leading to
serious injury or death. To avoid
serious injury or death, be sure the
flywheel guard is in place. See Figure
1 on page 2.
Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable
and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread
and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet
away from engine. To prevent injury or death
from fuel fires, follow these instructions:
• NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel
tank inside a building with potential
sources of ignition such as hot water and space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.
• NEVER remove fuel fill cap or add fuel when engine
is running.
• NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel fill
cap removed.
• Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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E. DO NOT Modify Engine
To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in
any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a
runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.
NEVER tamper with factory setting of engine governor.
! WARNING
Use of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes
can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower
Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines
for use in such applications. Consult your local Authorized
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402,
or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.
Figure 1. DO NOT Use Without Flywheel Guard
F. Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces
The muffler and other engine parts become
extremely hot during operation and remain
hot after the engine has stopped.
• To avoid severe burns on contact,
STAY AWAY from hot areas of
engine. DO NOT operate the engine
without the muffler guard in place,
if equipped.
• To reduce the risk of fire keep all materials that can
burn, including grass and leaves, away from muffler
and rest of engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park
engine powered equipment in long dry grass or
other dry ground cover.
Figure 2. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
G. Avoid Accidental Starts
To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment
always:
• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it
away from spark plug. See Figures 2 and 3.
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the
grounding post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.
Figure 3. Typical Spark Plug Connection
• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.
• Remove ignition key, if provided.
H. Use Hearing Protection
Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear
hearing protection when operating an engine.
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II. How to Get Service
For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service
NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest
Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them
TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for
additional information.
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Maintenance Tips
On-Line Store
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ENGINE
MODEL:
A. Engine Identification Decal
A sample engine identification decal is located in the next
column and indicates the engine’s model number,
specification and date of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 4.
SPEC:
DOM:
NOTES
Figure 4. Engine Identification Decal
Please look at the decal on your engine.
Fill in the engine information in the spaces provided for
future reference.
The engine identification decal also includes engine life
specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of
your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance
life as certified by EPA and/or CARB.
• TH models are designated as “C” 50 hours,
“B” 125 hours, “A” 300 hours.
B. Technician’s Handbook
If you have a general understanding of internal combustion
engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or
engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s
Handbook is available from your Authorized
Figure 5. Technician’s Handbook
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 5. This
handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered
within this Operator’s Manual, and it is intended for
individuals who have had adequate training, experience
and who practice proper tool usage. Service procedures
should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing
TecumsehPower engines.
• Order as part #694988 for TH models.
TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is
responsible only for the engine used on this power
equipment. If repair or service is needed for anything other
than the engine, contact the service source recommended
by the equipment manufacturer.
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B. Fuel
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated
automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the
components identified in Table 3.
A. Oil
To operate your engine you need to use a clean, high
quality, 2-cycle oil mixed with fuel at a ratio of 50:1. For
recommended mixture ratio of fuel and oil, see Tables 1
and 2. See "A. Mixing Fuel and Oil" instructions. Afterward,
continue reading instructions below.
• DO NOT use leaded fuel.
• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left
over from last season or stored for long periods.
NOTES
• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol
(Wood Alcohol).
Use of NMMA, TC-WII or TC-W3, JASO FB or FASO FC
classified oil is recommended.
The use of alternative fuels such as E85
or E20 are NOT recommended for use in
CAUTION
A 32:1 fuel mix ratio is recommended if NMMA oil is not
instructions. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
TecumsehPower engines. Alternative fuels with high
alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine
performance, and may cause internal engine damage.
Special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.
NOTE
.
Damage and/or performance problems that occur from use
of fuels other than those listed in the Operator’s Manuals will
not be considered warranty.
Table 1. Fuel Mix Chart – Mixture Ratio 50:1
U.S.
S.I. Metric
Petrol
IV. Before Starting Your Engine
Gas
Oil
Oil
A. Mixing Fuel and Oil
1 Gal.
2 Gal.
5 Gal.
2-1/2 oz.
5 oz.
4 Liters
8 Liters
20 Liters
80 ml
160 ml
400 ml
NEVER store engine with fuel in the
WARNING
fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may
lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
13 oz.
Table 2. Fuel Mix Chart – Mixture Ratio 32:1
U.S.
S.I. Metric
Petrol
NOTES
DO NOT mix fuel and oil directly in fuel tank.
Gas
Oil
Oil
Use of NMMA, TC-WII or TC-W3, JASO FB or JASO FC
classified oil is recommended.
1 Gal.
2 Gal.
5 Gal.
4 oz.
8 oz.
4 Liters
8 Liters
20 Liters
125 ml
250 ml
625 ml
A 32:1 fuel mix ratio is recommended if NMMA oil is not
20 oz.
TecumsehPower synthetic and special-formulated oils are
available at your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing
Dealer.
Table 3. Recommended Fuel
Fuel Component
Percentage
1. Be sure container is outdoors and in a well-ventilated
area.
Ethanol
10%
10%
15%
15%
Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”)
2. Fill approved clean red GASOLINE container with 1/4
of recommended fuel amount. See Tables 1, 2 and 3.
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)
ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)
3. Add required amount of recommended oil to fuel. See
4. Screw cap onto container.
5. Shake container vigorously.
6. Unscrew cap from container.
7. Fill container with remainder of recommended fuel. See
Tables 1, 2 and 3.
8. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil.
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B. Filling Fuel Tank
C. Check the Following Items
An adult should fuel this engine.
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:
WARNING
NOTE
Be sure equipment is in neutral before attempting to start
(see equipment manufacturer’s instructions).
1. Be sure ignition switch on engine or equipment is in
“ON”, “RUN” or “START” position, if present (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions).
1. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.
2. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated
area.
2. Be sure air vent on fuel fill cap, if present (see equip-
ment manufacturer’s instructions) is free of debris.
Be sure air vent screw, if present (see equipment
manufacturer’s instructions) on fuel fill cap is open.
3. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap.
NOTE
For recommended mixture ratios of fuel and oil, see Tables
1, 2 and 3 on page 4. See "III. Oil and Fuel Specifications"
instructions on page 4. Afterward, continue reading
instructions below.
V. Starting Your Engine
To avoid serious injury or death, an
WARNING
adult should start this engine. Only
allow children to start engine if an adult has determined
they are experienced and capable of such operation.
4. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel
mixture slowly, being careful to avoid spilling. DO NOT
overfill fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow fuel
to expand without overflowing.
If you are unable to start this engine
WARNING
after following instructions in this
manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage
to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot
this engine in any other way. For example:
5. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel
before starting engine. If fuel mixture is spilled DO NOT
start engine. Move machine away from area of spillage.
Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
are gone.
• DO NOT use starting fluid.
• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor.
• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor.
NOTE
Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a
genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap. Failure
• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with
spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug
hole and ignite.
Front View
STOP
STOP SLOW
Figure 7. Typical Engine Symbols
NOTE
RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER
Bottom View
Figure 6. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s)
If engine is remotely controlled (see equipment
manufacturer’s instructions) your equipment may have one
or more of the following engine symbols. See Figure 7.
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
If you have a manual recoil starter, see "B. Engines with
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A. Engines with Electric Starters
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Some electric starters are equipped
with a 120V AC Three-Wire Power
Cord and Plug designed to operate on a 120V AC
household current. It must be properly grounded at all
times to avoid the possibility of injury or death from
electrical shock.
3
WARNING
2
1
a. Determine if your house wiring has a Ground Fault
Interrupted (GFI) Three-Wire Grounded System;
If you are not sure ask a Licensed Electrician.
120V AC
b. If your house wiring does not have a GFI Three-Wire
Grounded System, DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC
STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION.
c. If your house wiring is grounded and a GFI
Three-Prong Wall Receptacle is not available at
the location where your starter will be used, one
must be installed by a Licensed Electrician BEFORE
USING THE ELECTRIC STARTER.
5
3
2
4
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
1
NOTES
If your engine is equipped with a 12V battery-operated
electric starter, proceed to step 3.
220V AC
When connecting power cord, always connect power cord
to switch box on engine first; then into outlet. See Figure 8.
For European 220V AC applications use an appropriate
grounded extension lead available locally.
1. Power Cord to Outlet
2. Switch Box
2. Connect power cord to switch box on engine.
3. Starter Button
4. Schuko Plug
3. Plug end of power cord into outlet.
4. Move choke control to “FULL CHOKE” position (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 9
on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions
below.
5. Power Cord to Switch Box on Engine
Figure 8. Electrical Applications
5. Use equipment according to instructions listed in the
page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
Table 4. Priming Methods
TH
Above 32°F (0°C)
No priming required.
0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C)
May require pushing primer bulb
firmly with your thumb 3 times.
Below 0°F (-18°C) May require pushing primer bulb
firmly with your thumb 5 times.
NOTES
DO NOT use primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a
short shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may
result in equipment malfunction.
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds
each attempt.
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6. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to start engine.
NOTE
If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 6.
7. When engine starts:
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.
3
1
b. Momentarily move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE”
position until engine runs smoothly. See Figure 9.
2
c. Next, move choke control to “NO CHOKE” position.
1. “NO CHOKE” Position
2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position
3. “FULL CHOKE” Position
NOTES
If engine starts but falters when choke control is moved to
“NO CHOKE” position:
a. Momentarily move choke control back to “FULL
CHOKE” position. See Figure 9.
Figure 9. Choke Control Positions
b. Next, move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE” position
until engine runs smoothly.
c. Finally, move choke control to “NO CHOKE”
position.
If engine dies after choke control is moved to “NO CHOKE”
position repeat steps 2 thru 7 to restart engine.
8. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move
choke control to “NO CHOKE” position and start
engine.
9. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the
“NO CHOKE” position, move choke control to
“FULL CHOKE” position and start engine.
NOTE
When disconnecting power cord, always disconnect power
cord from outlet first; then disconnect power cord from
continue reading instructions below.
10. Disconnect power cord from outlet.
11. Disconnect power cord from switch box on engine.
12. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 11,
contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing
Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this
engine in any other way.
Figure 10. Primer Bulb
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B. Engines with Recoil Starters
If you have an electric starter, see "A. Engines with
Electric Starters" instructions beginning on page 6.
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Move choke control to “FULL CHOKE” position (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 12.
3. Use equipment according to instructions listed in the
page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
Figure 11. Starter Cord Handle
Table 5. Priming Methods
TH
Above 32°F (0°C)
No priming required.
0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C)
May require pushing primer bulb
firmly with your thumb 3 times.
3
1
Below 0°F (-18°C)
May require pushing primer bulb
firmly with your thumb 5 times.
2
NOTES
1. “NO CHOKE” Position
2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position
3. “FULL CHOKE” Position
DO NOT use primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a
short shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may
result in equipment malfunction.
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds
each attempt.
Figure 12. Choke Control Positions
6. When engine starts:
4. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or
clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s
instructions).
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.
b. Momentarily move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE”
When pulling starter rope, the rope
WARNING
can unexpectedly jerk back toward
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully
follow these instructions:
c. Next, move choke control to “NO CHOKE” position.
NOTES
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.
If engine starts but falters when choke control is moved to
“NO CHOKE” position:
a. Momentarily move choke control back to “FULL
CHOKE” position.
b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling
rope with one rapid full arm stroke.
b. Next, move choke control to “1/2 CHOKE” position
until engine runs smoothly.
c. Return rope slowly to original position.
NOTES
c. Finally, move choke control to “NO CHOKE” position.
Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids
potential damage to the recoil mechanism.
If engine dies after choke control is moved to “NO CHOKE”
position repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.
If recoil starter handle is frozen and will not operate engine,
proceed as follows:
7. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move choke
control to “NO CHOKE” position and start engine.
a. Pull as much rope out of starter as possible.
8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “NO CHOKE”
position, move choke control to “FULL CHOKE”
position and start engine.
b. Release starter handle and let it snap back against
starter to break up ice; these two steps should ONLY
be done WHEN STARTER IS FROZEN.
9. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 8,
contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing
Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this
engine in any other way.
If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2 thru 5
and try again.
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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. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or
death.
NEVER store engine with fuel in the
WARNING
fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may
lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
Figure 13. Starter Cord Handle
5
A. Before Stopping
3
1. Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture
on engine.
2
2. To help avoid possible freeze-up of starter proceed as
follows:
1
I. Recoil Starters
With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid
120V AC
NOTE
The unusual sound made by pulling starter rope will not
harm engine or starter.
5
II. Electric Starters
3
NOTES
2
When connecting power cord, always connect power cord
to switch box on engine first; then into outlet. See Figure 14.
4
1
For European 220V AC applications use an appropriate
grounded extension lead available locally.
1. Connect power cord to switch box on engine.
2. Plug end of power cord into outlet.
220V AC
3. With engine running, push starter button and spin
starter for several seconds.
NOTES
The unusual sound made by the spinning starter will not
harm engine or starter.
1. Power Cord to Outlet
2. Switch Box
When disconnecting power cord, always disconnect power
cord from outlet first; then disconnect switch box on engine.
3. Starter Button
4. Schuko Plug
5. Power Cord to Switch Box on Engine
4. Disconnect power cord from outlet.
5. Disconnect switch box on engine.
Figure 14. Electrical Applications
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B. Stop Engine
1. Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer’s
instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch to
“STOP” or “OFF” position.
2. Remove ignition key, if provided (see manufacturer’s
instructions).
NOTE
Removing key will reduce the possibility of unauthorized
starting of the engine while equipment is not in use.
NEVER store engine with fuel in the
WARNING
fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may
lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
1
3
2
C. After Engine is Stopped
1. “NO CHOKE” Position
2. “1/2 CHOKE” Position
3. “FULL CHOKE” Position
To prevent possible freeze-up of engine
CAUTION
controls, follow instructions with engine
stopped, listed below.
1. Wipe all snow and moisture from engine control lever
and choke areas.
Figure 15. Choke Control Positions
2. Move equipment control, if present (see manufacturer’s
instructions) engine control lever or ignition switch back
and forth several times and leave control in “STOP” or
“OFF” position.
3. Move engine choke back and forth several times and
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VII. Maintenance
To avoid serious injury or death, an
adult should perform maintenance on
WARNING
this engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if
an adult has determined they are experienced and capable
of such operation.
To prevent accidental starting when
WARNING
working on equipment, always:
• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it
away from spark plug. See Figures 16 and 17.
Figure 16. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the
grounding post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.
• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.
• Remove ignition key, if provided.
NOTES
When disconnecting power cord, if present (see equipment
manufacturer’s instructions) always disconnect power cord
from outlet first; then disconnect power cord from switch box
Figure 17. Typical Spark Plug Connection
When connecting power cord, always connect power cord
to switch box on engine first; then into outlet. See Figure 18.
5
3
A. Remote Choke
2
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions and contact an
Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.
1
B. Carburetor
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your
nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.
Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up
to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher
elevations, contact an Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer.
120V AC
5
3
C. Engine Speed
To avoid serious injury or death,
2
WARNING
DO NOT modify engine in any way.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. NEVER
tamper with factory setting of engine governor.
4
1
220V AC
Running the engine faster than the speed set at the
factory can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE
WARRANTY.
1. Power Cord to Outlet
2. Switch Box
3. Starter Button
4. Schuko Plug
5. Power Cord to Switch Box on Engine
Figure 18. Electrical Applications
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D. Adjustments
DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Factory settings
are satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are
needed, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer.
3
2
E. Muffler and Cylinder Exhaust Ports
The muffler and cylinder exhaust ports require cleaning
after every 75 to 100 hours of operation.
1
NOTE
1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap
2. Electrodes
For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that
the engine be taken to an Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer.
3. Porcelain
F. Spark Plug
Figure 19. Resistor Spark Plug
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.
1. Clean area around spark plug.
2. Remove and inspect spark plug.
3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if
electrodes are:
• 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 19.
5. Install spark plug and tighten securely.
NOTE
A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact
your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a
genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug.
Figure 20. Recoil Starter Debris Areas
G. Removing Snow from Engine
After each use remove snow from the following areas:
• Fuel Fill Cap
• Recoil Starter Screen
• Control Lever
NOTES
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper
location of fuel fill cap and control lever.
Removing snow will ease operation of the recoil starter rope
and reduce the risk of water contamination when opening
For more information about recoil starters, see "B. Engines
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VIII. Transporting Your Engine
IX. Storing Your Engine
A. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage
I. Clean Engine
NEVER transport this engine inside
another vehicle or in any enclosed
WARNING
space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or
spilled fuel may ignite leading to serious injury or death.
Before servicing the engine remove the carburetor cover
and/or blower housing. Remove dirt and debris from the
following areas:
If 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.
• Cooling Fins
• Air Intake Screen
• Levers
If you DO NOT have an open vehicle and have to transport
the engine upright in a closed vehicle, follow these steps
for emptying the fuel tank before transporting:
• Linkage
• Guards
1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available
suction device designed for use with gasoline.
• Carburetor
• Head
To avoid serious injury or death, DO
WARNING
Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.
NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon
fuel by mouth.
2. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container,
being careful to avoid spilling.
II. Fuel Storage
NEVER store engine with fuel in the
WARNING
3. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed.
fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may
lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
NEVER leave the engine unattended
WARNING
when it is running and NEVER run
engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.
NOTES
If engine fuel stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas
container is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for
more than 15-30 days, prepare it for short-term/seasonal
Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
If engine fuel is to be stored for more than one season,
without gasoline stabilizer, it will gradually deteriorate. Also,
if it is stored in the engine’s gas tank without gasoline
stabilizer it is likely that your carburetor will have gum
deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR
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III. Fuel System
B. Extended Storage
I. Draining Fuel
To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel
system in the following method below:
NOTES
NOTES
Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from
carburetor. See "I. Clean Engine" instructions on page 13.
Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
TecumsehPower Company recommends using
ULTRA-FRESH™ Gasoline Stabilizer as an acceptable
method of minimizing formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage. This product is available from your Authorized
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.
If you have prepared your fuel for short-term storage it is
NOT necessary to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from
instructions on page 13. Afterward, continue reading
instructions below.
Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Failure
to do so may result in equipment damage.
It is NOT necessary to drain stabilized gas from carburetor.
To avoid severe injury or death,
WARNING
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or
siphon fuel by mouth.
IV. Fuel Treatment
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
1. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank
by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. DO
NOT attempt to pour fuel from engine.
2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow it to reach carburetor.
2. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is
consumed.
NEVER store engine with fuel in the
WARNING
fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may
lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.
NEVER leave the engine unattended
WARNING
when it is running and NEVER run
engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.
NOTE
Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can
empty the fuel tank as described under "I. Draining Fuel"
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II. Oil Cylinder Bore
When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel
may spray from spark plug hole. To
CAUTION
prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these
instructions:
1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
Figure 21. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the
grounding post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.
• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.
• Remove ignition key, if provided.
2. Remove spark plug.
3. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug
hole.
4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from
spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is
pulled.
Figure 22. Typical Spark Plug Connection
NOTES
For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and
Grass Fires
For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to Step 6.
5. Grasp starter cord handle:
a. Pull starter cord handle out slowly using a full arm
stroke.
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.
b. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the
cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)
c. Proceed to Step 8.
6. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to
“START” position (see equipment manufacturer’s
instructions) to cycle the engine for one to two seconds.
To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the
muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge
will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Screen Type
36085”.
7. Turn ignition switch key to “OFF” position. Repeat
Steps 6 and 7. (This will distribute oil throughout the
cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)
If your engine does NOT have a spark arrester, you may
purchase one from your Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to
be replaced to allow the spark arrester to be installed.
8. Remove rag covering spark plug hole.
9. Install spark plug.
10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding
post, if provided.
11. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempting
to start engine.
III. Battery
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper
battery storage if machine is equipped with a battery.
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Every 100 Hours or Seasonally
1. Replace Spark Plug
XI. Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance is one of the most important things that
you can do to extend the life of your TecumsehPower
engine. If you are unable to perform maintenance intervals
yourself, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at
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ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in
this manual. See Table 6.
Table 6. Maintenance Intervals
Procedure
Time
Clean
Cooling Fins
Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use
Replace
Spark Plug
Every 100 Hours or Seasonally
Every 75-100 Hours or Seasonally
Clean Muffler &
Cylinder Exhaust
Ports
Scheduled Maintenance
Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use
1. Clean Cooling Fins
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1. Clean Muffler & Cylinder Exhaust Ports
NOTE
For this maintenance procedure it is recommended that
the engine be taken to an Authorized TecumsehPower
Servicing Dealer.
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CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the
California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh-
Power Company are pleased to explain the Federal and
California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your
new small off-road engine. In California, new 1995 and
later small off-road engines must be designed, built and
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog stan-
dards. In other states, new 1997 and later model year
engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the
time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small
non-road engines. TecumsehPower Company will war-
rant the emission control system on your small off-road
engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or
improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.
(any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer,
TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor or
TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) as
soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should
be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to
exceed 30 days.
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an
Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer and/or
TecumsehPower Company, c/o Service Manager, 900
North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-
377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402].
IMPORTANT NOTE
This warranty statement explains your rights and obliga-
tions under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS
Warranty”) which is provided to you by TecumsehPower
Company pursuant to California law. TecumsehPower
Company also provides to original purchasers of new
TecumsehPower engines the TecumsehPower Company
Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower Engines
and Electronic Ignition Modules. The TecumsehPower
Company Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower
Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh-
Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back
cover of the Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new
TecumsehPower engines. The ECS Warranty applies
only to the emission control system of your new engine.
To the extent that there is any conflict in terms between
the ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company
Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any cir-
cumstances in which the TecumsehPower Company
Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both the
ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company War-
ranty describe important rights and obligations with
respect to your new engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as
the carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system,
exhaust system, crankcase breather assembly and, the
evaporative control system. Also included may be the
compression release system and other emission-related
assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower
Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost
to you for diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE
Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year
California small off-road engines are warranted for two
years as hereinafter noted. In other states, 1997 and later
model year engines are also warranted for two years. If,
during such warranty period, any emission-related part
on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship,
the part will be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower
Company.
Warranty service can only be performed by a TecumsehPower
Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting
warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date
of sale to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay
any charges for making service calls and/or for transport-
ing the products to and from the place where the inspec-
tion and/or warranty work is performed. The purchaser
shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in
connection with the transportation of any engine or any
part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty
work.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible
for the performance of the required maintenance listed in
your Operator’s Manual, but TecumsehPower Company
will not deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or
for your failure to provide written evidence of the perfor-
mance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however,
be aware that TecumsehPower Company may deny you
warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part
thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-
tenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights
and responsibilities, you should contact TecumsehPower
Company at 1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call
1-800-558-5402.
You are responsible for presenting your small off-road
engine to a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet
Revised February 2008
IMPORTANT!
The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only applicable
to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”) for 1995
and later model year California small off-road engines (for other
states, 1997 and later model year engines):
5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which
leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS
Warranty is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic
work is performed at a TecumsehPower Authorized
Service Outlet.
A. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later
model year California small off-road engines (for other states,
1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty
Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is
delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue
for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
6. TecumsehPower Company shall be liable for damages to
other original engine components or approved
modifications proximately caused by a failure under
warranty of an emission-related part covered by the ECS
Warranty.
B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:
TecumsehPower Company warrants to the original, end-use
purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each
subsequent purchaser that each of its small off-road engines
is:
7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower
Company shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-
related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for
such emission-related parts.
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all
applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources
Board pursuant to its authority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5,
Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and
8. Any TecumsehPower Company authorized and approved
emission-related replacement part may be used in the
performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair
and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such
use shall not reduce TecumsehPower Company ECS
Warranty obligations.
2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at
any time during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a
warranted emissions-related part to fail to be identical in all
material respects to the part as described in the engine
manufacturer’s application for certification.
9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to
modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. Such use
voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds
for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. TecumsehPower
Company shall not be liable hereunder for failures of any
warranted parts of a TecumsehPower engine caused by
the use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part.
C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSION-
RELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not
scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the
Operator’s Manual shall be warranted for the ECS
Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS
Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by
TecumsehPower Company according to Subsection 4
below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS
Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS
Warranty Period.
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Carburetor Assembly including internal components:
a) Carburetor gaskets
b) Intake pipe
2. Air Cleaner Assembly including components:
a) Air filter element
2. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled
only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator’s
Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. A
statement in such written instructions to the effect of
“repair or replace as necessary”, shall not reduce the ECS
Warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under
the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of
the ECS Warranty Period.
3. Ignition System including components:
a) Spark plug
b) Ignition module
c) Flywheel assembly
4. Exhaust System including components:
a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)
b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)
3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled
for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator’s
Manual, shall be warranted for the period of time prior to
the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the
part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part
shall be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower
Company according to Subsection 4 below. Any such
emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS
Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS
Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement
point for such emissions-related part.
c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly including components
a) Breather connection tube
6. Evaporative Control System including components:
a) Fuel line(s)
b) Fuel filter
c) Canister (if so equipped)
d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)
e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-
related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed
at no charge to the owner at a TecumsehPower
Authorized Service Outlet.
Revised February 2008
IMPORTANT!
The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only applicable to
engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.
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XII. Warranty Information
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEHPOWER ENGINES
AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES
For the time period shown below from the date of purchase and subject to the exceptions and limitations described herein, TecumsehPower Company will, at its option as
the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new TecumsehPower engine which is found, upon examination by
any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Outlet or by TecumsehPower’s Service Division, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. This Limited
Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any commercial or rental
track, or (ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new TecumsehPower engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance,
improper use or abuse of the product, or failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new TecumsehPower engine or part.
The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time warranty service is
requested, evidence must be presented of the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and/or for transporting any engine or part(s)
thereof to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or
loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work. WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE
PERFORMED BY A TECUMSEHPOWER AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service
Outlet (any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by
contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499.
(4)
(5)
“CONSUMER USE”
“COMMERCIAL USE”
Warranty
Within
U.S.A. and Canada
90 Day
Outside
Within
U.S.A. and Canada
No Warranty
1 Year
Outside
(6)
Category
(A)
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)
(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 TECUMSEHPOWER CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT, if any.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither TecumsehPower Company 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 TECUMSEHPOWER
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 TECUMSEHPOWER
COMPANY 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.
TecumsehPower Company neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume for TecumsehPower Company any other obligations or
liabilities in connection with or with respect to any TecumsehPower product or parts. The seller or dealer of a TecumsehPower product or part has no authority, whatsoever,
to make any representations or promises on behalf of TecumsehPower Company or to modify the terms or limitations of TecumsehPower’s warranty in any way.
Revised February 2008
!
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.
TecumsehPower Company • Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499 • USA
Telephone: 1-800-558-5402
181-807-14
(English) 6/01/08
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