Tecumseh Automobile Parts Oh195ea User Manual

TecumsehPower  
TM  
Operator’s Manual  
LH318EA (HM80-90)  
LH358EA(HM100)  
OH195EA/OH195EP  
OH318EA  
Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled  
Table of Contents  
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement...........36  
Emission Control System Warranty ................................................37  
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B. Avoid Gasoline Fires  
I. General Safety Precautions  
! WARNING  
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:  
Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this  
material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to  
do so can result in serious injury or death. Call Tecumseh  
Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit  
• 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.  
A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning  
All engine exhaust  
contains carbon  
monoxide, a deadly gas.  
Breathing carbon  
• NEVER add fuel with engine running.  
• NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel fill  
cap removed.  
monoxide can cause  
headaches, dizziness,  
drowsiness, nausea,  
confusion and eventually  
death.  
• Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
• NEVER fill fuel tank indoors or in an enclosed area  
such as a garage, barn shed, etc. Fill fuel tank  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
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.  
• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.  
• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to  
store and dispense fuel. Tecumseh recommends  
purchasing gasoline in containers with a capacity of  
2.5 gallons or less. Small containers are easier to  
handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling.  
• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by  
mouth. To empty the fuel tank see "I. Draining Fuel"  
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:  
• 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.  
• NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust  
can be drawn into a building through openings such  
as windows and doors.  
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C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling  
and Maintenance  
The manufacturer of the recreational vehicle may provide  
information about who is allowed to operate or ride in the  
vehicle (see equipment manufacturer’s manual). Not  
everyone who is allowed to operate or ride in the vehicle is  
capable of safely and responsibly operating, maintaining  
and/or fueling this Tecumseh Power Sport Engine.  
Tecumseh recommends the following:  
• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow  
children to refuel this engine. See "D. Filling Fuel  
Figure 1. DO NOT use Without Engine Shaft Guard  
• An adult should perform maintenance on this  
page 18. Only allow children to perform  
maintenance if an adult has determined they are  
experienced and capable of such operation.  
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• An adult should start the engine. See "G. Avoid  
Only allow children to start the engine if an adult has  
determined they are experienced and capable of  
such operation.  
To avoid unsupervised operation of the recreational  
vehicle, especially by children, NEVER leave the engine  
unattended when it is running.  
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1. Muffler Guard  
2. Flywheel Guard  
D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts  
NEVER operate the engine with an  
unguarded engine shaft. See Figure 1.  
Figure 2. Typical Engine Guard Locations  
The equipment manufacturer attaches 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 recreational vehicle;  
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  
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, NEVER operate  
the engine without the  
muffler guard in place, see  
Figure 2 and avoid hot  
areas of the engine.  
To reduce the risk of fire  
keep all materials that can  
E. Do Not Modify Engine  
burn, including grass and leaves, away from muffler  
and rest of engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park  
the recreational vehicle in long dry grass or other  
dry ground cover.  
To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in  
any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a  
runaway vehicle and cause the engine to operate at unsafe  
speeds. NEVER tamper with factory setting of engine  
governor.  
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G. Avoid Accidental Starts  
To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment  
always:  
• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See Figure 3.  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire  
securely away from metal parts where arcing  
could occur.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided. See Figure 4.  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
• Remove ignition key, if provided.  
Figure 3. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug  
H. Use Hearing Protection  
Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear  
hearing protection when operating a recreational vehicle  
engine.  
Figure 4. Spark Plug Grounding Post  
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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  
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at  
Company at 1-800-558-5402.  
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ENGINE  
MODEL:  
A. Engine Identification Decal  
SPEC:  
D.O.M.  
A sample decal located on your engine indicates your  
engine’s model number, specification and the date of  
manufacture (D.O.M.). Please look at the decal on your  
engine and fill in this information in the spaces provided for  
Figure 5. Engine Identification Label  
The Engine Identification Decal includes engine life  
specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of  
your engine. This period relates to the emission  
compliance life as certified by EPA and/or CARB. To find  
the life period specification for your engine, please look on  
your decal and find the letter enclosed by quotation marks  
between the words MODERATE and LIFE PERIOD. Match  
one of the following letters with the letter printed on your  
decal. For example, OH195EA/OH195EP models are  
designated as “C”125 hours, “B” 250 hours and “A” 500  
hours. LH318EA (HM80-90), LH358EA (HM100) and  
OH318EA models are designated as “C”250 hours, “B” 500  
hours and ”A” 1000 hours.  
TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK  
OVERHEAD VALVE  
4 -CYCLE  
ENGINES  
B. Tecumseh Technician’s Handbooks  
If you have a general understanding of internal combustion  
engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or  
engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s  
Handbook is available from your Authorized Tecumseh  
Servicing Dealer. See Figure 6. This handbook covers  
repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator’s  
Manual, and it is intended for individuals who have had  
adequate training, experience and who practice proper tool  
usage. Service procedures should be clearly understood  
and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Power Sport  
Engines. Order as part no. 695244A for  
TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK  
3 TO 11 HP  
4 - CYCLE  
L- HEAD  
ENGINES  
OH195EA/OH195EP and OH318EA models. Order as part  
no. 692509 for LH318EA (HM80-90), LH358EA (HM100)  
models.  
Figure 6. Technician Handbooks  
Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the  
engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service is  
needed for anything other than the engine, contact the  
service source recommended by the equipment  
manufacturer.  
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III. Oil and Fuel Specifications  
Table 1. Recommended Engine Oil  
A. Oil  
Tecumseh Recommended Oil Usage  
To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality,  
detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, See Table 1.  
Straight Grade  
Tecumseh Part No.  
730225A or SAE 30  
NOTES  
Multi Grade  
Tecumseh Part No.  
Be sure oil container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.  
730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10  
°
°
Using multigrade oil above 32 F (0 C) will increase oil  
consumption. SAE10W40 is not recommended.  
Synthetic  
Tecumseh Part No.  
730263 or SAE 0W30  
O
O
O
O
O
O
100 F  
O
O
Oil sump capacities vary with each model. Tecumseh  
special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized  
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Table 2.  
-20 F  
0 F  
40 F  
60 F  
20 F  
32 F  
80 F  
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
-30 C  
-20 C  
-10 C  
0 C  
10 C  
20 C  
30 C  
40 C  
B. Fuel  
Table 2. Oil Sump Capacities  
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated  
automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the  
following components identified. See Table 3.  
Engine Model  
Units  
• DO NOT use leaded fuel.  
Ounces U.S.  
Pints  
Liters  
.78  
Application  
• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left  
over from last season or stored for long periods.  
LH318EA (HM80-90)  
LH358EA (HM100)  
26 oz.  
1-5/8  
• NEVER mix oil with fuel.  
• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood  
Alcohol).  
OH195EA/OH195EP  
OH318EA  
21 oz.  
26 oz.  
1-1/4  
1-5/8  
.62  
.78  
The use of alternative fuels such as E85  
CAUTION  
or E20 are not recommended for use in  
Tecumseh engines. Alternative fuels with high alcohol  
content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance,  
and may cause internal engine damage.  
Table 3. Recommended Fuel Components  
Fuel Component  
Percentage  
NOTE  
Damage and/or performance problems that will occur from  
use of fuels, other than those listed in the Operator’s  
Manuals will not be considered warranty.  
Ethanol  
10%  
10%  
15%  
15%  
Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”)  
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)  
ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)  
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IV. Before Starting Your Engine  
A. Engine Pre-Ride Checklist  
To avoid serious injury or death,  
WARNING  
always complete both the engine and  
equipment manufacturer’s pre-ride checklist before using  
the engine. This engine should NEVER be used if you  
identify a problem with any of the steps listed below.  
Be sure the engine is turned off for steps 1 thru 4:  
1. Fuel cap—Check that the anti-splash fuel fill cap is  
securely in place.  
Figure 7. Incorrect Usage Without Engine Shaft Guard  
2. Guards—Check that all of the guards are securely in  
place. NEVER operate the vehicle if you think there  
may be a guard missing. Check with equipment manu-  
facturer for a complete list of guards. See Figure 7 and  
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2
3. Debris—Check that engine, controls and guards are  
free from debris, snow or ice. For debris removal areas,  
4. Throttle—With the engine off, check that the gas pedal  
operates smoothly and returns to an idle position when  
released.  
P
O
ST  
An adult should start the engine. Only  
WARNING  
allow children to start engine if an  
adult has determined they are experienced and capable of  
such operation.  
1. Muffler Guard  
2. Flywheel Guard  
5. Idle speed—Be sure that operator is in place with the  
brake engaged before starting the engine. Start the  
engine and slowly release the brake. Check that the  
vehicle does not move when the engine is idling. If it  
does move at idle, stop the vehicle and shut off the  
engine. The vehicle requires service and should not be  
operated.  
Figure 8. Engine Guard Locations  
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6. Engine stop switches—Check that the operator knows  
where all engine stop switches are located. Check that  
all engine stop switches immediately stop the engine.  
For stop switch locations, see Figure 13 on page 8.  
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3
2
For questions about the pre-ride checklist for this engine,  
contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. Find them on our website at  
Company at 1-800-558-5402.  
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1. Levers and Linkage  
2. Cooling Fins  
3. Air Cleaner Cover  
4. Flywheel Guard  
5. Muffler Guard  
Figure 9. Debris Removal Areas  
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B. Checking Oil Level  
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:  
• Check oil level before each use and every 5  
operating hours.  
Fill between  
“Full” and  
“ADD” marks  
FULL  
• Keep oil level between “FULL” and “ADD” marks on  
dipstick or to point of overflow on engines without  
OK  
• Be sure oil fill dipstick/plug is tightened securely.  
ADD  
NOTES  
Do not overfill engine with oil. Doing so may result in  
equipment malfunction or damage.  
Do not allow oil level to fall below the “ADD” mark on  
dipstick. Doing so may result in equipment malfunction or  
damage.  
Figure 10. Engine Oil Level  
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for  
Tecumseh Oil.  
I. Oil Fill Dipstick  
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.  
NOTE  
Some Power Sport Engines are equipped with an oil fill  
2. Unscrew oil fill dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe  
clean.  
3. Screw oil fill dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten  
securely.  
4. Unscrew and remove oil fill 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  
Figure 11. Possible Oil Fill Dipstick Location  
5. Screw oil fill dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten  
securely.  
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil fill Plug)  
If your engine has an oil fill dipstick see "I. Oil Fill Dipstick"  
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.  
NOTE  
All models in this manual may be equipped with optional oil  
2. Clean area around oil fill plug(s). See Figure 12.  
3. Unscrew oil fill plug.  
Figure 12. Possible Oil Fill Plug Location(s)  
4. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.  
5. Screw oil fill plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.  
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
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C. Engine Stop Switch  
Power Sport Engines are equipped with an Engine Stop  
Switch. This rocker switch is used to shut off the ignition  
that supplies the spark plug with power. Pressing the  
switch to the “OFF” position will turn the engine off when it  
is running. This switch must be in the “ON” position or the  
engine will not start. See Figure 13.  
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2
D. Filling Fuel Tank  
3
An adult should fuel this engine.  
WARNING  
1. ON Position  
2. OFF Position  
3. Switch  
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:  
Figure 13. Engine Stop Switch  
1. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.  
2. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated  
area.  
3. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove anti-splash  
Figure 14. Possible Fuel Fill Cap Location(s)  
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4. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel  
slowly, being careful to avoid spilling. DO NOT overfill  
fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow fuel to  
5. Replace anti-splash fuel fill cap securely and wipe up  
spilled fuel before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO  
NOT start engine. Move machine away from area of  
spillage. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel  
vapors are gone.  
NOTES  
Remove and discard white plastic fuel tank insert, if  
Figure 15. Fuel Cap Insert Disposal Symbol  
Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine  
Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Failure to do  
so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 16.  
Front View  
E. Optional Fuel Valve  
Some engines are equipped with an optional fuel valve.  
1. Turn fuel valve counterclockwise to “OPEN” position.  
2. Turn fuel valve clockwise to “OFF” position  
NOTE  
Bottom View  
Always be sure fuel valve is in the “OFF” position after each  
Figure 16. Possible Anti-Splash Fuel Fill Cap(s)  
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2
3
1
1. Fuel Valve in “OPEN” Position Shown  
2. Fuel Valve in “OFF” Position Shown  
3. Fuel Tank  
Figure 17. Optional Fuel Valve  
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Only one of the following illustrations will apply to your  
V. Starting Your Engine  
An adult should start the engine. Only  
allow children to start engine if an  
WARNING  
Table 4. Model Assemblies  
adult has determined they are experienced and capable of  
such operation.  
If your engine model is a:  
Location:  
NOTE  
LH318EA (HM80-90)  
LH358EA (HM100)  
OH195EA/OH195EP  
OH318EA  
If you are unable to start this engine  
WARNING  
after following instructions in this  
manual, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your  
engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine  
in any other way. For example:  
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7
• DO NOT use starting fluid.  
8
• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or  
onto air cleaner.  
• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or  
onto air cleaner.  
5
4
• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with  
spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug  
hole and ignite.  
9
13  
• DO NOT apply throttle or gas pedal while starting.  
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  
12. If you have a manual recoil starter see "B. Engines with  
10  
3
12 11  
Item Descriptions  
The item descriptions listed below are for all Power Sport  
Engine models available and refer to Figures 18 thru 20.  
Take a moment to become familiar with your engine model.  
Figure 18. LH318EA (HM80-90), LH358EA (HM100)  
Model  
1. Oil Fill Plug  
2. Carburetor  
3. Air Cleaner  
4. Muffler  
5. Muffler Guard  
6. Oil Fill Dipstick  
7. Spark Plug Cap  
8. Fuel Fill Cap  
9. On/Off Switch  
10. Recoil Starter/Flywheel Guard  
11. Starter Cord Handle  
12. Levers/Linkage  
13. Fuel Shut-Off Valve (If provided)  
14. Primer  
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8
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9
5
4
10  
9
13  
5
4
3
2
P
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10  
14  
2
3
12  
11  
12  
Figure 20. OH318EA  
11  
Figure 19. OH195EA/OH195EP Model  
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A. Engines with Electric Starters  
Only one of the following two sections will apply to your  
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2
3
Table 5. Engines with Electric Starters  
1
If your engine  
Go to:  
has:  
1. Fuel Valve in “OPEN” Position Shown  
2. Fuel Valve in “OFF” Position Shown  
3. Fuel Tank  
Primer Bulb Only  
Choke Only  
Figure 21. Optional Fuel Valve  
I. Engine With Primer Bulb  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.See Figure 20.  
2. Be sure fuel valve is open, if provided. See Figure 21.  
3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return  
completely to original position between pushes. See  
NOTES  
Figure 22. OH195EA/OH195EP Engine Primer Bulb  
LH318EA (HM80-90), LH358EA (HM100) and OH318EA  
Models DO NOT have a primer bulb.  
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 5 times.  
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short  
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may result in  
equipment malfunction.  
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start  
engine.  
NOTE  
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds  
each attempt.  
5. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition  
switch key.  
6. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2  
thru 4.  
7. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 6,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in  
any other way.  
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II. Engine with Choke  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
2. Be sure fuel valve is open, if provided. See Figure 21.  
3. Move Choke Control to “FULL CHOKE” position.  
NOTES  
Some engines are equipped with a horizontal mounted  
choke control. See Figure 23.  
Some engines are equipped with a Remote Choke Control.  
Some OH195EA/OH195EP engines are equipped with a  
choke control lever under the muffler. See Figure 25.  
3
1
2
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 23. Horizontal Mount Choke Control Positions  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 24. Remote Choke Control Positions  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 25. OH195EA/OH195EP Choke Control  
Positions  
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NOTES  
OH318EA engines are equipped with a choke control lever  
located under the air cleaner. See Figure 26.  
If restarting a warm engine move Choke Control to “NO  
CHOKE” position. See Figure 26.  
Power Sport engines are equipped with a standard Spring  
Loaded Throttle Control to ensure the throttle will return to  
engine idle speed when it is released or if the cable fails.  
The throttle control must be in the idle position when starting  
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start  
engine.  
NOTE  
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds  
each attempt.  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
5. When engine starts:  
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.  
Figure 26. OH318EA Choke Control Positions  
b. Momentarily move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE”  
position until engine runs smoothly.  
c. Next, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
NOTES  
If engine starts but falters when Choke Lever is moved to  
“NO CHOKE” position:  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever back to “FULL  
CHOKE” position.  
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE” position  
until engine runs smoothly.  
c. Finally, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
1
2
6. If engine dies after Choke Lever is moved to “NO  
CHOKE” position, repeat steps 2 thru 5 to restart  
engine.  
1. High Speed Position  
2. Idle Range  
7. If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move  
Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position and start engine.  
Figure 27. Engine Speed Control Positions  
8. If engine fails after 3 attempts in the “NO CHOKE” posi-  
tion, repeat steps 2 thru 7 to restart engine.  
9. 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.  
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B. Engines with Recoil Starters  
I. Engine With Primer Bulb  
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2
3
Only one of the following two sections will apply to your  
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Table 6. Engines with Recoil Starters  
1. Fuel Valve in “OPEN” Position Shown  
2. Fuel Valve in “OFF” Position Shown  
3. Fuel Tank  
If your  
Go to:  
engine has:  
Primer Bulb  
Only  
Figure 28. Optional Fuel Valve  
Choke Only  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
2. Be sure fuel valve is open, if provided. See Figure 28.  
3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return  
completely to original position between pushes. See  
Figure 29. OH195EA/OH195EP Engine Primer Bulb  
NOTES  
.
LH318EA (HM80-90), LH358EA (HM100) and OH318EA  
Models DO NOT have a primer bulb.  
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly  
with your thumb 5 times.  
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short  
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may result in  
equipment malfunction.  
When pulling starter rope, the rope  
WARNING  
can unexpectedly jerk back toward  
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully  
follow these instructions:  
4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 30.  
Figure 30. Starter Cord Handle  
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.  
b. Next, pull rope with one rapid full arm stroke.  
c. Return rope slowly to original position.  
NOTE  
Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids  
potential damage to the recoil mechanism.  
5. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2  
thru 4.  
6. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 5,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in  
any other way.  
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II. Engine With Choke  
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is  
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.  
2. Be sure fuel valve is open, if provided. See Figure 28  
on page 15.  
3. Move Choke Control to “FULL CHOKE” position.  
NOTES  
Some engines are equipped with a horizontal mounted  
choke control. See Figure 31.  
Some engines are equipped with a Remote Choke Control.  
Some OH195EA/OH195EP engines are equipped with a  
choke control lever located under the muffler. See Figure  
3
1
2
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 31. Horizontal Mount Choke Control Positions  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 32. Remote Choke Control Positions  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
Figure 33. OH195EA/OH195EP Choke Control  
Positions  
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NOTES  
OH318EA engines are equipped with a choke control lever  
located under the air cleaner. See Figure 34.  
If restarting a warm engine move Choke Control to “NO  
CHOKE” position. See Figure 31 thru 34.  
Power Sport engines are equipped with a standard Spring  
Loaded Throttle Control to ensure the throttle will return to  
engine idle speed when it is released or if the cable fails.  
The throttle control must be in the idle position when starting  
When pulling starter rope, the rope  
WARNING  
can unexpectedly jerk back toward  
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully  
follow these instructions:  
1
2
3
1. No Choke Position  
2. 1/2 Choke Position  
3. Full Choke Position  
4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 30 on page 15.  
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.  
b. Next, pull rope with one rapid full arm stroke.  
c. Return rope slowly to original position.  
NOTE  
Figure 34. OH318EA Choke Control Positions  
Following the instructions in the steps above will also help  
avoid potential damage to the recoil mechanism.  
5. When engine starts:  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE”  
position until engine runs smoothly.  
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
NOTES  
If engine starts but falters when Choke Lever is moved to  
“NO CHOKE” position:  
a. Momentarily move Choke Lever back to “FULL  
CHOKE” position.  
1
2
b. Next, move Choke Lever to “1/2 CHOKE” position  
until engine runs smoothly.  
1. High Speed Position  
2. Idle Range  
c. Finally, move Choke Lever to “NO CHOKE” position.  
Figure 35. Engine Speed Control Positions  
6. If engine dies after Choke Lever is moved to “NO  
CHOKE” position, repeat steps 2 thru 5 to restart  
engine.  
7. If engine fires, but does not continue to run, move  
Choke Lever to ’NO CHOKE” position and start engine.  
8. If engine fails after 3 attempts in the “NO CHOKE” posi-  
tion, repeat steps 2 thru 7 to restart engine.  
9. 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.  
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VI. Stopping Your Engine and  
Short-Term Storage  
VIII. Maintenance  
An adult should perform maintenance  
on this engine. Only allow children to  
WARNING  
Stop engine according to equipment manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are  
experienced and capable of such operation.  
To avoid unsupervised operation of a  
WARNING  
recreational vehicle, especially by  
To prevent accidental starting when  
WARNING  
children, NEVER leave the engine unattended when it is  
running. Always turn off the engine before exiting the vehicle  
and remove ignition key, if provided.  
working on equipment, always:  
• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See Figure 36.  
NEVER store the engine with fuel in  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire  
securely away from metal parts where arcing  
could occur.  
WARNING  
the fuel tank inside a building with  
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space  
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided. See Figure 37.  
VII. Transporting Your Recreational  
Vehicle  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
NEVER transport this vehicle inside  
WARNING  
another vehicle or in any enclosed  
space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or  
spilled fuel may ignite.  
Remove ignition key, if provided.  
The muffler and other engine parts  
WARNING  
become extremely hot during  
operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped. To  
avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.  
If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close the fuel shut off valve, if  
equipped, and transport the recreational vehicle in an open  
vehicle, such as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup  
truck.  
If you do not have an open vehicle and have to transport the  
recreational vehicle in a closed vehicle, follow these steps  
for emptying the fuel tank before transporting:  
1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available  
suction device designed for use with gasoline.  
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or  
WARNING  
siphon fuel by mouth.  
2. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container,  
being careful to avoid spilling.  
3. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed.  
Figure 36. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug  
NEVER leave the engine unattended  
WARNING  
when it is running and NEVER run  
engine in enclosed areas.  
Figure 37. Spark Plug Grounding Post  
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A. Checking and Changing Oil  
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:  
• Check oil level before each use and every 5  
operating hours when engine is warm.  
• Change oil after first 2 operating hours and every 3  
months or every 25 operating hours thereafter;  
more often if operated in extremely dusty or dirty  
conditions. Engine should still be warm but not hot  
from recent use.  
1. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if pro-  
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
Figure 38. Possible Oil Drain Plug Location(s)  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely  
away from metal parts where arcing could occur.  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if  
3. Be sure the gas cap is on and is tightened securely.  
4. Clean area around oil drain plug.  
5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain  
plug, tipping engine to position the oil drain plug at the  
lowest point on the engine.  
6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil.  
NOTE  
Used oil must be disposed of at a proper  
collection center.  
7. Install oil drain plug and tighten  
securely.  
Figure 39. Possible Oil Fill Plug Location(s)  
8. Fill with recommended oil. See "III. Oil and Fuel Speci-  
9. Wipe away any spilled oil.  
10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding  
post, if provided. See Figure 37.  
11. Carefully re-connect spark plug wire to spark plug. See  
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B. Removing Debris From Engine  
Before each use, remove grass clippings, dirt, debris, snow  
or ice from the following areas:  
5
3
• Cooling fins  
• Air intake screens  
• Levers  
1
3
• Linkage  
2
• Guards  
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct  
engine speed or reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 40.  
1
C. Spark Plug  
4
1
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.  
1. Clean area around spark plug.  
1. Levers and Linkage  
2. Cooling Fins  
3. Air Cleaner Cover  
4. Flywheel Guard  
5. Muffler Guard  
2. Remove and inspect spark plug.  
3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if elec-  
trodes are:  
• Pitted  
Figure 40. Debris Removal Areas  
• Burned  
• Fouled with deposits  
3
4. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set  
2
gap to .030 in. (0.76mm) if necessary. See Figure 41.  
5. Install spark plug and tighten securely.  
NOTE  
A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact  
your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a  
Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug.  
1
1. .030 in. (0.76mm) Gap  
2. Electrodes  
3. Porcelain  
Figure 41. Resistor Spark Plug  
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D. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner  
Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent  
premature engine wear and failure. NEVER run engine  
without complete air cleaner installed on engine. Your air  
cleaner’s filter(s) periodically needs to be cleaned or  
replaced. To do this, you first need to determine the type of  
air cleaner on your engine. Your engine will be equipped  
with one of the following air cleaners; Type A, B, C, D or E.  
See Figure 42 thru Figure 46. Follow instructions for the air  
cleaner type that resembles your model.  
2
NOTE  
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for  
Tecumseh Air Cleaners.  
1
2
3
4
5
1. Base  
I. Servicing Foam Pre-Filters  
2. Cover Screws  
3. Paper Filter  
4. Foam Pre-Filter (Optional)  
5. Cover  
Clean foam pre-filter every 3 months or every 25 operating  
hours. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions.  
After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning  
instructions below:  
Figure 42. Type “A” Air Cleaner Assembly  
1. Wash in warm water and detergent solution then press  
(DO NOT twist) until all dirt is removed.  
2. Rinse thoroughly until water is clear.  
E. Type “A” Air Cleaner  
3. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until  
completely dry.  
1. Loosen cover screws. See Figure 42.  
NOTE  
DO NOT oil a foam pre-filter.  
2. Turn cover counterclockwise and remove from base.  
3. Remove optional foam pre-filter, if provided, from  
cover. Inspect for dirt or debris accumulation. If either is  
4. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter.  
II. Servicing Paper Filters  
4. Remove paper filter from base. Inspect filters for  
discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present,  
Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once  
a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in  
extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are  
available at an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
Follow the instructions next to the drawing of your air  
cleaner to remove and replace it.  
5. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.  
6. Install new paper element into base.  
7. Install optional foam pre-filter into cover.  
8. Turn cover clockwise and attach to base.  
9. Tighten screws securely.  
NOTE  
DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.  
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F. Type “B” Air Cleaner  
1. Turn cover to left (counterclockwise) and remove it and  
paper filter from base. See Figure 43.  
2. Discard filter.  
3. Clean cover and base thoroughly.  
4. Install new paper filter into cover.  
5. Position clean cover and filter against base with tab on  
cover inserted into lower left corner of slot in base.  
3
6. Push cover firmly against base and turn to right (clock  
wise) as far as it will go.  
7. Be sure retainers are locked around base.  
2
4
5
1
6
G. Type “C” Air Cleaner  
1. Retainer  
2. Slot  
3. Base  
1. Remove wing nut. See Figure 44.  
2. Remove cover and clean thoroughly.  
4. Paper Filter  
5. Tab  
6. Cover  
3. Remove foam pre-filter, if provided, from outside of  
paper filter. Inspect for dirt or debris accumulation. If  
Figure 43. Type “B” Air Cleaner Assembly  
4. Remove paper filter element from base. Inspect filters  
for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is  
5. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.  
6. Install clean paper filter element onto base.  
7. Install clean foam pre-filter, if provided, over paper ele-  
ment.  
8. Install clean cover over filters.  
5
4
3
2
1
9. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
1. Wing Nut  
2. Cover  
3. Foam Pre-Filter (Optional)  
4. Paper Filter  
5. Base  
Figure 44. Type “C” Air Cleaner Assembly  
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H. Climate Guard® Anti-Icing Air Cleaners  
Some engines may be equipped with a Climate Guard anti-  
icing air cleaner that prevents ice from forming in the  
carburetor when the engine is run at temperatures below  
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5
6
7
8
°
°
32 F (0 C).  
Engines equipped with the baffle will have an opening  
which draws warm air from the muffler into the air cleaner  
housing. To work effectively, it is necessary for the Cold  
Weather Baffle to block cold air from entering the air  
cleaner.  
I. Type “D” Air Cleaner  
1. Remove wing nut and cover. See Figure 45.  
3
2
2. Remove foam pre-filter, if provided, from cover. Inspect  
for dirt or debris accumulation. If either is present see  
3. Remove paper element from base. Inspect for dirt or  
debris accumulation. If either is present see "II. Servic-  
4. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.  
5. Install clean paper element into base.  
6. Install clean foam pre-filter, if provided, into cover.  
7. Install cover on base.  
1
8. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
°
°
A. At temperatures of 32 F (0 C) and Below  
COLD WEATHER  
BAFFLE  
Position “S” for Summer  
1. Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover.  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
3. Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.  
4. Insert red baffle in “WINTER” position shown.  
5. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
°
°
Above 32 F (0 C)  
Position “W” for Winter  
°
°
Below 32 F (0 C)  
6. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
°
°
B. At temperatures above 32 F (0 C)  
1. Remove wing nut from air cleaner cover.  
1. Red Baffle  
2. Baffle Summer Position  
3. Baffle Winter Position  
4. Base  
5. Paper Element  
6. Foam Pre-Filter (Optional)  
7. Cover  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
3. Remove red baffle from inside of air cleaner cover.  
4. Insert red baffle in “SUMMER” position shown.  
5. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
8. Wing Nut  
6. Install wing nut and tighten securely.  
Figure 45. Type “D” Climate Guard Air Cleaner  
Assembly  
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II. Type “E” Air Cleaner  
1. Remove wing nuts and air cleaner cover.  
1
1
2
2. Remove foam pre-filter from paper filter, if provided,  
and inspect for dirt or debris accumulation. If either is  
!
3. Remove paper filter from base and inspect for dirt or  
debris accumulation. If either is present see "II. Servic-  
4. Clean inside of base and air cleaner cover thoroughly.  
5. Install paper filter into base.  
3
4
6. Install foam filter onto paper filter.  
7. Install air cleaner cover on base.  
8. Install wing nuts and tighten securely.  
°
°
A. At temperatures of 32 F (0 C) and Below  
1. Remove wing nuts from air cleaner cover.  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
3. Rotate air cleaner cover in “WINTER” position shown.  
5
4. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
NOTE  
Be sure air cleaner cover is in correct “WINTER” position  
with snowflake symbol visible.  
1. Wing Nuts  
2. Air Cleaner Cover  
3. Foam Pre-Filter (Optional)  
4. Paper Filter  
5. Base  
5. Install wing nuts and tighten securely.  
°
°
B. At temperatures above 32 F (0 C)  
1. Remove wing nuts from air cleaner cover.  
Figure 46. Type “E” Climate Guard Air Cleaner  
Assembly  
2. Remove air cleaner cover from base.  
3. Rotate air cleaner cover in “SUMMER” position shown.  
4. Install air cleaner cover onto base.  
2
!
1
NOTE  
Be sure air cleaner cover is in correct “SUMMER” position  
with sun symbol visible.  
5. Install wing nuts and tighten securely.  
4
!
I. Alternator (Optional)  
3
For alternator related electrical problems such as:  
• Inoperative starter  
°
°
1. Summer Position—above 32 F (0 C)  
2. Sun Symbol  
• Discharged battery  
• Fuse replacement  
°
°
3. Winter Position—below 32 F (0 C)  
4. Snowflake Symbol  
• Alternator maintenance/repairs  
See your equipment manufacturer’s instructions and an  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
Figure 47. Air Cleaner Cover Positions  
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J. Adjustments  
IX. Storing Your Engine  
Do not make any engine adjustments. Factory settings are  
satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are needed,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
A. Short Term/Seasonal Storage  
I. Clean Engine  
K. Carburetor  
Before servicing the engine remove the blower housing. In  
addition, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from the  
following areas:  
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your  
nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Engine  
performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000  
feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher elevations,  
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
• Cooling fins  
• Air intake screen  
• Levers  
L. Engine Speed  
• Linkage  
To avoid serious injury or death, do  
WARNING  
• Guards  
not modify engine in any way.  
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway  
vehicle and cause the engine to operate at unsafe speeds.  
NEVER tamper with factory setting of engine governor.  
• Carburetor  
• Head  
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct  
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.  
Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory  
can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE  
WARRANTY.  
II. Fuel Storage  
NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel  
tank inside a building with potential  
WARNING  
sources of ignition such as hot water and space heaters,  
clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Failure to do so may  
result in an explosion and result in death or serious injury.  
NOTE  
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  
If engine fuel is to be stored for more than one season,  
without gasoline stabilizer, it will gradually deteriorate. Also,  
if it is stored in the engine’s gas tank without gasoline  
stabilizer it is likely that your carburetor will have gum  
deposits, a clogged fuel system and will void your warranty.  
Prepare the fuel for extended storage. See "B. Extended  
If you operate the engine during all 4 seasons, it is not  
necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore.  
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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  
NOTE  
Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from  
Tecumseh recommends using ULTRA-FRESH™ or Fuel  
Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as  
an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel gum  
deposits during storage. This product is available from your  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.  
If you have prepared your fuel for short term storage it is not  
necessary to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from your  
Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Failure  
to do so may result in equipment damage.  
To avoid severe injury or death,  
WARNING  
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or  
siphon fuel by mouth.  
It is not necessary to drain stabilized gas from carburetor.  
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.  
IV. Fuel Treatment  
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
2. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is  
consumed.  
2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer  
to allow it to reach carburetor.  
NEVER leave the engine unattended  
WARNING  
NEVER store the engine with fuel in  
WARNING  
when it is running and NEVER run  
the fuel tank inside a building with  
engine in enclosed areas.  
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space  
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.  
3. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "II. Oil Cylinder  
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  
III. Battery  
When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel  
may spray from spark plug hole. To  
prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these  
instructions:  
WARNING  
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper  
battery storage, if provided.  
IV. Clean Engine  
1. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from  
spark plug. See Figure 36.  
Remove any grass clippings, dirt, debris, snow, ice or slush  
from exterior of engine.  
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire  
securely away from metal parts where arcing  
could occur.  
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass  
Fires  
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding  
post, if provided. See Figure 37.  
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.  
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if  
engine is equipped with an electric starter.  
• Turn off all engine switches.  
• Remove ignition key, if provided.  
1. Remove spark plug.  
2. Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug  
hole.  
To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the  
muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge  
will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Tecumseh  
Screen Type 36085”.  
3. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from  
spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is  
pulled.  
NOTES  
If your engine does not have a spark arrester, you may  
purchase one from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to be replaced  
to allow the spark arrester to be installed.  
For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.  
For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to  
Step 6.  
4. Grasp starter cord handle and pull out slowly using a  
full arm stroke. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil  
throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during  
storage.)  
5. Install spark plug.  
6. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding  
post, if provided.  
7. Connect spark plug wire before attempting to start  
engine.  
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Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance  
1. Change Oil  
XI. Maintenance Intervals  
Maintenance is one of the most important things that you  
can do to extend the life of your Tecumseh Engine. If you  
are unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself,  
contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
Dealer. You may also call Tecumseh Power Company at  
locate your dealer.  
2. Clean Foam Pre-Filter  
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ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed on  
the next two pages and see Table 7.  
Table 7. Maintenance Intervals  
Procedure  
Time  
After first 2 hrs.  
when engine is warm  
Change Oil  
5 hrs. or Before Each Use  
5 hrs. or Before Each Use  
25 hrs. or 3 mos.  
Check Oil Level  
Clean Cooling Fins  
Change Oil  
Clean Foam  
Pre-Filter  
25 hrs. or 3 mos.  
100 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Replace Paper  
Element  
100 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Check Spark Plug  
200 hrs. or  
seasonally  
Replace Spark Plug  
First Scheduled Maintenance  
After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm  
1. Change Oil  
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Before Each Use Scheduled Maintenance  
Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use  
1. Check Oil Level  
2. Clean Cooling Fins  
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Every 100 Hours or Seasonally  
1. Replace Paper Element  
2. Check Spark Plug  
Every 200 Hours or Seasonally  
1. Replace Spark Plug  
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CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the  
California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh Power  
Company are pleased to explain the Federal and California  
Emission Control Systems Warranty on your new small off-road  
engine. In California, new 1995 and later small off-road engines  
must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s  
stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, new 1997 and later  
model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the  
time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road  
engines. Tecumseh Power Company will warrant the emission  
control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of  
time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect,  
unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of your small  
off-road engine.  
You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a  
Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered  
Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or  
Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon as a problem  
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable  
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.  
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an  
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer and/or Tecumseh Power  
Company, c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI  
53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call  
1-800-558-5402].  
IMPORTANT NOTE  
This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations  
under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”)  
which is provided to you by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant  
to California law. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to  
original purchasers of new Tecumseh Power Company engines  
the Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New  
Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules. The  
Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New  
Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh  
Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back cover of the  
Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new Tecumseh Power  
Company engines. The ECS Warranty applies only to the  
emission control system of your new engine. To the extent that  
there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the  
Tecumseh Power Company Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall  
apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Power  
Company Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both  
the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Power Company Warranty  
describe important rights and obligations with respect to your new  
engine.  
Your emission control system may include parts such as the  
carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system, exhaust system,  
crankcase breather assembly and, the evaporative control  
system. Also included may be the compression release system  
and other emission-related assemblies.  
Where  
a
warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Power  
Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you  
for diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL  
SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE  
Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year California  
small off-road engines are warranted for two years as hereinafter  
noted. In other states, 1997 and later model year engines are also  
warranted for two years. If, during such warranty period, any  
emission-related part on your engine is defective in materials or  
workmanship, the part will be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh  
Power Company  
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Power  
Company Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting  
warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date of sale  
to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay any charges for  
making service calls and/or for transporting the products to and  
from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is  
performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or  
loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine  
or any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty  
work.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES  
As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the  
performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator’s  
Manual, but Tecumseh Power Company will not deny warranty  
solely due to the lack of receipts or for your failure to provide  
written evidence of the performance of all scheduled  
maintenance.  
As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however, be  
aware that Tecumseh Power Company may deny you warranty  
coverage if your small off-road engine or a part thereof has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved  
modifications.  
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and  
responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Power Company at  
1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402.  
Revised July, 2005  
IMPORTANT!  
The emission Regulations may be different for your country. The emissions Control Warranty Statement is only applicable  
to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.  
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY  
Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”) for 1995  
and later model year California small off-road engines (for other  
states, 1997 and later model year engines):  
5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which  
leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS  
Warranty is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic  
work is performed at a Tecumseh Authorized Service  
Outlet.  
A. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later  
model year California small off-road engines (for other states,  
1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty  
Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is  
delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue  
for 24 consecutive months thereafter.  
6. Tecumseh Power Company shall be liable for damages to  
other original engine components or approved  
modifications proximately caused by a failure under  
warranty of an emission-related part covered by the ECS  
Warranty.  
B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
Tecumseh Power Company warrants to the original, end-use  
purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each  
subsequent purchaser that each of its small off-road engines  
is:  
7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Tecumseh Power  
Company shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-  
related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for  
such emission-related parts.  
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all  
applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources  
Board pursuant to its authority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5,  
Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and  
8. Any Tecumseh Power Company authorized and approved  
emission-related replacement part may be used in the  
performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair  
and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such  
use shall not reduce Tecumseh Power Company ECS  
Warranty obligations.  
2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at  
any time during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a  
warranted emissions-related part to fail to be identical in all  
material respects to the part as described in the engine  
manufacturer’s application for certification.  
9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to  
modify or repair a Tecumseh Power Company engine.  
Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient  
grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim.  
Tecumseh Power Company shall not be liable hereunder  
for failures of any warranted parts of a Tecumseh Power  
Company engine caused by the use of such an  
unapproved add-on or modified part.  
C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSION-  
RELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:  
1. Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not  
scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the  
Operator’s Manual shall be warranted for the ECS  
Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS  
Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by  
Tecumseh Power Company according to Subsection 4  
below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS  
Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS  
Warranty Period.  
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:  
1. Carburetor Assembly including internal components:  
a) Carburetor gaskets  
b) Intake pipe  
2. Air Cleaner Assembly including components:  
a) Air filter element  
2. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled  
only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator’s  
Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. A  
statement in such written instructions to the effect of  
“repair or replace as necessary”, shall not reduce the ECS  
Warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under  
the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of  
the ECS Warranty Period.  
3. Ignition System including components:  
a) Spark plug  
b) Ignition module  
c) Flywheel assembly  
4. Exhaust System including components:  
3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled  
for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator’s  
Manual, shall be warranted for the period of time prior to  
the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the  
part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part  
shall be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Power  
Company according to Subsection 4 below. Any such  
emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS  
Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS  
Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement  
point for such emissions-related part.  
a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)  
b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)  
c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)  
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly including components  
a) Breather connection tube  
6. Evaporative Control System including components:  
a) Fuel line(s)  
b) Fuel filter  
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-  
related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed  
at no charge to the owner at a Tecumseh Authorized  
Service Outlet.  
c) Canister (if so equipped)  
d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)  
e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)  
Revised July, 2005  
IMPORTANT!  
The emission Regulations may be different for your country. The emissions Control Warranty Statement is only applicable  
to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.  
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XII. Warranty Information  
Warranty requirements for engines sold outside of the USA may vary from country to  
country. For warranty details for your specific country, contact your national  
Tecumseh Service Distributor. If help is needed in locating your national service  
distributor, you may contact Tecumseh c/o International Service Coordinator, 900  
North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499. Telephone is 1-262-377-2700 or  
in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402.  
ENGINE WARRANTY PERIOD  
Consumer Use+  
WARRANTY CATEGORY~  
WITHIN USA & CANADA  
OUTSIDE USA & CANADA  
Limited Warranty for New Tecumseh Engines  
and Electronic Ignition Modules  
(A)  
(B)  
(C)  
(D)  
(E)  
(H)  
(K)  
90 day  
1 year  
90 day  
1 year  
2 years  
2 years  
2 years  
2 ‘n 10*  
2 ‘n 10*  
1 year  
For the time period shown below from the date of purchase, Tecumseh Power  
Company will, at its option as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the  
original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new Tecumseh engine which is  
found, upon examination by any Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer to be  
DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP, except as provided below.  
This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any Tecumseh engine or part(s)  
thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any  
commercial or rental track, or (ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or  
modifications of new Tecumseh engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents,  
improper maintenance, improper use or abuse of the product, or failure to follow the  
instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new  
Tecumseh engine or part. The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service  
items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time  
warranty service is requested, evidence must be presented of the date of purchase  
by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and/or for transporting  
any engine or part(s) thereof to and from the place where the inspection and/or  
warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is  
responsible for any damage or loss incurred in connection with the transportation of  
any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work.  
Warranty service can only be performed by an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing  
DEALER. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either a Tecumseh  
Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh  
Master Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh  
Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh c/o Service Manager,  
900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499.  
2 years**  
2 years  
2 ‘n 10*  
2 ‘n 10*  
Commercial Use++  
WARRANTY CATEGORY~  
WITHIN USA & CANADA  
OUTSIDE USA & CANADA  
(A)  
(B)  
(C)  
(D)  
(E)  
(H)  
(K)  
No Warranty  
1 year  
No Warranty  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
1 year  
2 ‘n 10*  
1 year  
*
2 years on engine, 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only; the  
second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition.  
** 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.  
+
For purposes of this warranty policy, ìconsumer useî shall mean consumer’s  
personal, resi dential, household use by the original retail purchaser.  
++ For purposes of this warranty policy, “commercial use”shall mean all other  
uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.  
~ The engine warranty category of your engine can be determined by review of  
the engine model number on the “Important Engine Information” decal. One  
letter in the engine model number will be preceded by the word WARRANTY:  
and surrounded by parens (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) or (K) and that letter is your  
engine warranty category designation. IN CALIFORNIA ONLY, THIS EXPRESS  
WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEH CALIFORNIA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT.  
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties, representations, or  
promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the engine or any of its parts, other than as set forth herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY OR FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S) THEREOF, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION  
TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHOWN IN THE WARRANTY PERIOD CHART ABOVE AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND ANY  
AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL  
DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which  
vary from state-to-state.  
Revised January, 2004  
!
WARNING  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65  
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other  
reproductive harm.  
TecumsehPower  
Tecumseh Power Company • Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499 •USA  
Telephone: 1-800-558-5402  
181-1269-14  
(English) 1/01/08  
 

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