TecumsehPower

H30-40
Operator’s Manual
Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions.........................................ii
I.General Safety Precautions ............................................................. 1
II.How to Get Service .......................................................................... 3
III.Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 3
IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4
V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 6
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 12
VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 12
VIII.Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 16
IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 16
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 18
XI. Maintenance Intervals .................................................................... 18
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 21
XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 22

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 IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Safety Definitions
Statements in this manual preceded by the following words
and graphics are of special significance:

! WARNING
Or

! WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTE
Refers to important information and is placed in italic type.
It is recommended that you take special notice of all items
discussed on the next two pages and wear the appropriate
safety equipment.
Before operating this engine it is your responsibility to read
this Operator’s Manual. Follow these basic rules for your
personal safety:
• Keep this manual handy at all times for future
reference.
• Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with
operating, maintenance, components and safety
instructions.

Notice Regarding Emissions

NOTE
Engines which are certified to comply with California and
U.S. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road
Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleaded
gasoline, and may include the following emission control
systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-Way
Catalyst (if so equipped).

Tecumseh Contact Information

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
www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power
Company at 1-800-558-
5402.
The trademarks TECUMSEH® and the DESIGN (Native American Head logo) are registered trademarks of
Tecumseh Products Company and are used by Tecumseh Power Company under license from Tecumseh
Products Company. Tecumseh Power Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is
it associated or affiliated in any way with Tecumseh Products Company.

©Copyright 2007
Tecumseh Power Company
All Rights Reserved

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 I. General Safety Precautions • NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors
in a well-ventilated area.
• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.
! WARNING
• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to
Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this store and dispense fuel. Tecumseh recommends
material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to purchasing gasoline in containers with a capacity of
do so can result in serious injury or death. Call Tecumseh 2.5 gallons or less. Small containers are easier to
Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling.
www.TecumsehPower.com if you have any questions.
• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by
mouth. To empty fuel tank "I. Draining Fuel"
A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
instructions on page 17.
All engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, a deadly C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling
gas. Breathing carbon and Maintenance
monoxide can cause
headaches, dizziness, The manufacturer of the application may provide
drowsiness, nausea, confusion information about who is allowed to use this engine (see
and eventually death. equipment manufacturer’s manual). Not everyone who is
allowed to use this engine is capable of safely and
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it.
which may be present even if you do not see or smell any Tecumseh recommends the following:
engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can
• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow
collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and
children to refuel this engine. See “C. Filling Fuel
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
Tank” instructions on page 6.
monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or
poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of • An adult should perform maintenance on this
carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, engine. See “VII. Maintenance” instructions on
get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT. page 12. Only allow children to perform
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide: maintenance 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 • An adult should start the engine. See “G. Avoid
and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach Accidental Starts” instructions on page 2. Only allow
dangerous levels. children to start the engine if an adult has
determined they are experienced and capable of
• NEVER run engine in poorly-ventilated or partially such operation.
enclosed areas such as barns, garages,
To avoid unsupervised operation of the engine, especially
basements, carports, under dwellings, or in pits.
by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running.
• NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust
can be drawn into a building through openings such D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts
as windows and doors. NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine
shaft. See Figure 1.
B. Avoid Gasoline Fires
The equipment manufacturer may attach
Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable a sprocket and chain or pulley and belt to
and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread the engine shaft. If these parts are not
and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet properly guarded, or if you are not sure
away from engine. To prevent injury or death whether they are properly guarded, DO
from fuel fires, follow these instructions: NOT use your engine; contact the
• NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel equipment manufacturer. Hands, feet,
tank inside a building with potential hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. can become
sources of ignition such as hot water and space entangled in rotating parts, leading to
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. serious injury or death. To avoid serious
injury or death, be sure the flywheel
• NEVER remove fuel cap or add fuel when engine is guard is in place. See Figure 1. See
running. Figure 2.
• NEVER start or operate the engine with 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
could result in serious injury or death. Tecumseh
manufactures the Power Sport line of engines for use in
such applications. Consult your local Authorized
Figure 1. DO NOT Use Without Engine Shaft Guard
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go
to www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.

1
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 2
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 burn, including
grass and leaves, away from muffler and rest of 1. Muffler Guard
engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park the engine 2. Flywheel Guard
application in long dry grass or other dry ground
cover. Figure 2. Typical Engine Guard Locations
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 Figures 3 and 4.
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding
post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with an electric starter. Figure 3. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
• Turn off all engine switches.
• Remove ignition key, if provided.
H. Use Hearing Protection
Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear
hearing protection when operating an engine.

Figure 4. Typical Spark Plug Connection

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 II. How to Get Service
2083
For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service not
covered in this manual, contact your nearest Authorized
Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at TECUMSEH POWER COMPANY
www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA
PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI
Company at 1-800-558-5402. SORE ENGINES EM

LV195EA

A. Engine Identification Decal 361540D

4TPXS.1951BB
04015AA0001
195

A sample engine identification decal (See Figure 5.)

indicates the engine’s model number, specification of
engine and the date of manufacture (D.O.M.). Please look ENGINE
at the decal on your engine and fill in this information in the MODEL:
spaces provided for future reference.
The engine identification decal also may include engine life SPEC:
specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of
your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance D.O.M.:
life as certified by EPA and/or CARB. To find the life period
specification for your engine, please look on your engine’s Figure 5. Engine Identification Label
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, H models are designated as “C” 125
hours, “B” 250 hours, and “A” 500 hours.
B. Tecumseh Technician’s Handbooks AN
'
CI
NI TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK
CH
If you have a general understanding of internal combustion TE

engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or

engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s
3 TO 11 HP
Handbook is available from your Authorized Tecumseh 4 - CYCLE
L- HEAD
Servicing Dealer. See Figure 6. This handbook covers ENGINES

repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator’s

Manual, and it is intended for individuals who have had
adequate training, experience and who practice proper tool
usage. Service procedures should be clearly understood
and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Engines. Order as Figure 6. Technician’s Handbook
part no. 692509 for H Models.
Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the
engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service is Table 1. Recommended Engine Oil
needed for anything other than the engine, contact the
service source recommended by the equipment Tecumseh Recommended Oil Usage

manufacturer. Straight Grade

Tecumseh Part No.
730225A or SAE 30
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications Multi Grade
Tecumseh Part No.
A. Oil 730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10
Synthetic
To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality, Tecumseh Part No.
730263 or SAE 0W30
detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, See Table 1. O O O O O O O O
-20 F 0F 20 F 32 F 40 F 60 F 80 F 100 F
O O O O O O O O
-30 C -20 C -10 C 0C 10 C 20 C 30 C 40 C
NOTES
Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.
Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil
consumption. SAE10W40 is not recommended.
The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 1-1/4 U.S. Pints (.62
liters).
Tecumseh special-formulated oils are available at your
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.

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 B. Fuel Table 2. Recommended Fuel
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated Fuel Component Percentage
automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the
following components identified in Table 2. Ethanol 10%
• DO NOT use leaded fuel. Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”) 10%
• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%
over from last season or stored for long periods. ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%
• NEVER mix oil with fuel.
• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood
Alcohol).

IV. Before Starting Your Engine FULL Fill between “Full”

A. Checking Oil Level and “ADD” Marks
OK
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
• Check oil level before each use and every 5 ADD
operating hours when engine is warm. Check oil
level more frequently during engine break-in.
• Keep oil level between “FULL” and “ADD” marks on
dipstick. See Figure 7. Figure 7. Engine Oil Level

• Be sure oil fill cap is tightened securely.

NOTES
Do not overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over
to the air cleaner and 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.
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for
Tecumseh Oil Part Numbers.

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 B. Filling Oil Sump
Formula Compact Models
I. Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick 8 7 9
If your engine has an oil fill cap go to step 1. If your engine
has an oil fill plug see “Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick”
instructions listed below.
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.
2. Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick
clean. See Figure 8.
3. Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten
securely.
4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube. Note
oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark,
slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See Figure 7. 3
5. Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten 2
securely.
1
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.
10
II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)
Formula Standard Models
If your engine has an oil fill plug go to step 1. If your engine
has an oil fill cap see “Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick” 6
7 8
instructions listed above.
5
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.
2. Clean area around oil fill plugs. See Figure 9. 4

3. Unscrew oil fill plug.

4. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.
3
5. Screw oil fill plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.
C. Engine Stop Switch
9
Some are equipped with an Engine Stop Switch. This
rocker switch is used to shut off the ignition that supplies 2
the spark plug with power. Pressing the switch to the “OFF”
position will turn the engine off when it is running. This 1
switch must be in the “ON” position or the engine will not
start. See Figure 8. 10

1. Oil Fill Plug

2. Carburetor
3. Air Cleaner
4. Muffler
5. Muffler Guard
6. Optional Extended Oil Fill Cap
7. Spark Plug Cap
8. Fuel Fill Cap
9. Optional On/Off Switch
10.Starter Cord Handle

Figure 8. Engine Components

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 D. Filling Fuel Tank
An adult should fuel this engine.
! WARNING
NEVER allow children to refuel this All Models
engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and
can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a
spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent
injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:
1. Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.
2. Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated
area.
3. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap.
See Figure 8.
4. Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel
slowly, being careful to avoid spilling. DO NOT overfill Figure 9. Oil Fill Plug Locations
fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow fuel to
expand without overflowing.
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 10. Fuel Cap Insert Symbol
provided. See Figure 10.
Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine
Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Failure to do Front View
so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 11.
6. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open. See Figure 12.

Bottom View
V. Starting Your Engine
An adult should start the engine.
! WARNING
Only allow children to start engine if Figure 11. Possible Anti-Splash Fuel Fill Cap(s)
an adult has determined they are experienced and capable
of such operation.
If you are unable to start this engine Fuel Tank
! 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:
• DO NOT use starting fluid. Turn Valve Clockwise
• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or To “Off” Position
onto air cleaner. Fuel Valve “Open” Position Shown

• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or

onto air cleaner. Figure 12. Fuel Valve Positions

• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with This section contains starting instructions for several
spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions
hole and ignite. that apply to your engine, first determine what type of
starter you have. If you have an electric starter See "A.
Engines with Electric Starters" instructions on next page. If
you have a manual recoil starter see "B. Engines with
Recoil Starters" instructions on page 9.

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 A. Engines with Electric Starters
Fuel Tank
Only one of the following two sections will apply to your
engine. See Table 3.
Table 3. Engine Sections with Electric Starter

If your engine has: Go to:

Turn Valve Clockwise
Primer Bulb Only Section A.I To “Off” Position
Choke Only Section A.II
Fuel Valve “Open” Position Shown
I. Engine With Primer Bulb
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure engine is Figure 13. Optional Fuel Valve Positions
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches
are on. See Figure 13. STOP
3. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER
“FAST” position or “HIGH” position. See Figures 14 and
15. Figure 14. Typical Engine Symbols
NOTE
Some engines are equipped with an optional Spring Loaded
Remote Models
Throttle Control. This spring loaded control is used to
ensure the throttle will return to engine idle speed if it is
released or if the cable fails. The throttle control must be in
the idle position when starting engine.
4. 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 16.

NOTES All Other Models

Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly 1
with your thumb 5 times.
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short
2
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. 3
5. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to start engine. 1. High Speed
2. Low Speed
6. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition
switch key. 3. Stop
7. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2
thru 6 and try again. Figure 15. Engine Speed Control Levers
8. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 7,
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in
any other way.

Figure 16. Primer Bulb

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 II. Engine With Choke
1 2 3
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, make sure
engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches
are on. See Figure 18.
3. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to
“FAST” position or “HIGH” position and set Choke Con-
trol to “FULL” position. See Figures 17, 19, and 20.

NOTES
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move
Equipment Control to “FAST” position and Choke Control to
“NO CHOKE” position. See Figures 17, 19 and 20. 1. No Choke Position
2. 1/2 Choke Position
Some engines are equipped with an optional Spring Loaded
Throttle Control. This spring loaded control is used to 3. Full Choke Position
ensure the throttle will return to engine idle speed if it is
released or if the cable fails. The throttle control must be in Figure 17. Choke Control Positions
the idle position when starting engine.
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds
each attempt. Fuel Tank
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see
equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to start engine.
5. When engine starts:
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.
b. Momentarily move Choke Control to “1/2 CHOKE”
Turn Valve Clockwise
position until engine runs smoothly. See Figures 17.
To “Off” Position
c. Next, move Choke Control to “NO CHOKE” position. Fuel Valve “Open” Position Shown
6. Move Engine Speed Control to desired speed in “RUN”
range. See Figures 19 and 20.
Figure 18. Optional Fuel Valve Positions
NOTES
If engine starts but falters when Choke Control is moved to 7. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move
“NO CHOKE” position: Choke Control to “NO CHOKE” position and start
engine.
a. Momentarily move Choke Control back to “FULL
CHOKE” position. See Figure 17. 8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “NO
CHOKE” position, move Choke Control to “FULL
b. Next, move Choke Control to “1/2 CHOKE” until
CHOKE” position and start engine.
engine runs smoothly.
9. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 8,
c. Finally, move Choke Control to “NO CHOKE”
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
position.
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in
If engine dies after Choke Control is moved to “NO CHOKE” any other way.
position repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

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 B. Engines with Recoil Starters
Only one of the following two sections will apply to your
STOP
engine. See Table 4.
Table 4. Engine Sections with Recoil Starter STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

If your engine has: Go to:

Figure 19. Typical Engine Symbols
Primer Bulb Only Section B.I
Choke Only Section B.II
Remote Models
I. Engine With Primer Bulb
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches
are on. See Figure 18.
3. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufac-
ture’s instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST”
position or “HIGH” position. See Figure 19 or 20.
All Other Models
1
NOTE
Some engines are equipped with an optional Spring Loaded
Throttle Control. This spring loaded control is used to
2
ensure the throttle will return to engine idle speed if it is
released or if the cable fails. The throttle control must be in
the idle position when starting engine.
4. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return
completely to original position between pushes. See 1. High Speed
Figure 21. 2. Low Speed
NOTES 3. Stop
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly
with your thumb 5 times. Figure 20. Engine Speed Control Levers
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:
5. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 22.
a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.
b. Next, pull rope with one rapid full arm stroke.
Figure 21. Primer Bulb
c. Return rope slowly to original position.

NOTE
Following the instructions listed in the steps above avoids
potential damage to the recoil mechanism.
6. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts, repeat steps 2
thru 5 and try again.
7. If engine does not start after following steps 1 thru 6,
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in
any other way. Figure 22. Starter Cord Handle

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 II. Engine With Choke
Fuel Tank
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, ensure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open and all switches
are on. See Figure 23.
3. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to Turn Valve Clockwise
“FAST” position or “HIGH” position and set Choke Con- To “Off” Position
trol to “FULL” position. See Figures 24, 25 and 26. Fuel Valve “Open” Position Shown

NOTES
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move Figure 23. Optional Fuel Valve Positions
Equipment Control to “FAST” position and Choke Control to
“NO CHOKE” position. See Figures 25 and 26.
Some engines are equipped with an optional Spring Loaded
Throttle Control. This spring loaded control is used to STOP
ensure the throttle will return to engine idle speed if it is
released or if the cable fails. The throttle control must be in STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER
the idle position when starting engine.
Figure 24. Typical Engine Symbols

Remote Models

All Other Models

1

1. High Speed
2. Low Speed
3. Stop

Figure 25. Engine Speed Control Levers

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 When pulling starter rope, the rope
! WARNING 1 2 3
can unexpectedly jerk back toward
engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully
follow these instructions:
4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 27.
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. When engine starts:
1. No Choke Position
a. Momentarily move Choke Control “1/2 CHOKE” 2. 1/2 Choke Position
position until engine runs smoothly. See Figure 26.
3. Full Choke Position
b. Next, move Choke Control to “NO CHOKE” position.
6. Move Engine Speed Control to desired speed in “RUN” Figure 26. Choke Control Positions
range. See Figures 24 and 25.

NOTE
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 26.
b. Next, move Choke Control to “1/2 CHOKE” position
until engine runs smoothly.
c. Finally, move Choke Control to “NO CHOKE”
Figure 27. Recoil Starter Handle
position.
If engine dies after Choke Control is moved to “NO CHOKE”
position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.
7. If engine fires but does not continue to run, move
Choke Control to “NO CHOKE” position and start
engine.
8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “NO
CHOKE” position, move Choke Control to “FULL
CHOKE” position and start 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
Stop engine according to equipment manufacturer’s
instructions.
To avoid unsupervised operation of
! WARNING
an engine, especially by children,
NEVER leave it unattended when it is running. Always turn
off the engine after use and remove ignition key, if
provided.
Never store the engine with fuel in
! WARNING Figure 28. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
the fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.

VII. Maintenance
An adult should perform
! WARNING
maintenance on this engine.
Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has
determined they are experienced and capable of such
operation.
To prevent accidental starting when
! WARNING
working on equipment always: Figure 29. Typical Spark Plug Connection
• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely
spark plug. See “G. Avoid Accidental Starts” away from metal parts where arcing could occur.
instructions on page 2. See Figures 28 and 29.
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire provided.
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding
post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with an electric starter.
• Turn off all engine switches.
• Remove ignition key, if provided.
A. Checking and Changing Oil
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
• Check oil level before each use and every 5
operating hours. See A. “Checking Oil Level”
instructions on page 4.
• Change oil after first 2 operating hours and every 25
operating hours thereafter; more often if operated in
extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Engine should
still be warm but not hot from recent use.
1. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location, if pro-
vided. See Figures 30, 31 and 32.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
spark plug. See “G. Avoid Accidental Starts” instruc-
tions on page 2. See Figures 28 and 29.

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 3. Be sure the gas cap is on and is tightened securely.
See Figures 30, 31 and 32. 1
3
4. Clean area around oil drain plug. See Figures 30, 31 2
and 32.
5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain
plug, tipping engine to position the oil drain plug at the
lowest point on the engine. (See equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions).
6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil.
See Figures 30, 31 and 32.

NOTE
Used oil must be disposed of at a proper
collection center.
7. Install oil drain plug and tighten
4
securely.
8. Fill with recommended oil. See “III. Oil and Fuel Speci-
fications” instructions on page 3. See Table 1 on page 5
3 and Table 2 on page 4.
1. Optional Extended Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick
9. Wipe away any spilled oil.
2. Spark Plug Cap
10. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding
3. Fuel Fill Cap
post, if provided.
4. Oil Fill Cap
11. Carefully re-connect spark plug wire to spark plug. See
5. Optional Oil Drain
Figures 28 and 29.

Figure 31. Standard Model Component Locations

2 1

2 2

1 1

1. Oil Drain Plug

3 2. Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick
4 3. Optional Oil Fill Plug
1. Spark Plug Cap
2. Fuel Fill Cap Figure 32. Oil Drain/Fill Locations
3. Oil Fill Plug
4. Optional Oil Drain

Figure 30. Compact Model Component Locations

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 B. Removing Debris from Engine
Formula Compact Models
Before each use, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris 4
from the following areas:
• Levers and Linkage
• Cooling Fins
2
• Air Intake Screen
2
• Guards
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 33.
C. Spark Plug
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.
1. Clean area around spark plug.
2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 1
3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if elec- Formula Standard Models
trodes are:
3 4
• Pitted
• Burned 1
• Fouled with deposits
4. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set
gap to .030 (0.76mm) if necessary. See Figure 34.
5. Install spark plug and tighten securely. 2

NOTE
A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact
your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for a
Tecumseh Resistor Spark Plug. 2
1
D. Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner
1. Levers and Linkage
Your engine has an air cleaner which helps prevent
premature engine wear and failure. NEVER run engine 2. Air Intake Screen
without complete air cleaner installed on engine. Your air 3. Muffler Guard
cleaner periodically needs to be cleaned or replaced. To do 4. Cooling Fins
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 or B. Follow instructions for Figure 33. Debris Removal Areas
the air cleaner type that resembles your model.

NOTE 2 3
Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for
Tecumseh Air Cleaner.

1. .030 (0.76 mm) Gap

2. Electrodes
3. Porcelain

Figure 34. Resistor Spark Plug

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 I. Servicing Foam Filters
2 3 4 5
Clean foam pre-filter every 3 months or every 25 operating 1
hours. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions.
After removing the pre-filter, follow these cleaning
instructions below:
1. Wash in warm water and detergent solution then press
(DO NOT twist) until all dirt is removed.
2. Rinse thoroughly until water is clear.
1. Base
3. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until 2. Cover Screws
completely dry.
3. Paper/Metal Filter
NOTE 4. Optional Foam Filter
DO NOT oil foam pre-filter. 5. Cover
4. Replace foam pre-filter onto paper filter.
Figure 35. Air Cleaner Type “A” Assembly
II. Servicing Paper Filters
Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once
a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in 3 4
extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are 5 1
available at a Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
Follow the instructions next to the drawing of your air
cleaner to remove and replace it. 6
2
NOTE
DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.
1
Type “A” Air Cleaner

1. Loosen cover screws. See Figure 35. 1. Retainer

2. Slot
2. Turn cover counterclockwise and remove from base.
3. Flange
3. Remove optional foam filter (if present) from paper
4. Paper Filler
filter.
5. Tab
4. Remove paper/metal filter from base.
6. Cover
5. Clean inside of base and cover thoroughly.
6. Install new paper/metal element into base. Figure 36. Air Cleaner Type “B” Assembly
7. Install optional foam filter onto paper filter. F. Carburetor
8. Turn cover clockwise and attach to base. If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your
9. Install cover screws and tighten securely. nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Engine
Type “B” Air Cleaner performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000
1. Turn cover to left (counterclockwise) and remove it and feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher elevations,
paper filter from flange. See Figure 36. contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.

2. Discard filter. G. Engine Speed

3. Clean cover and flange thoroughly. To avoid serious injury or death, DO
! WARNING
4. Install new paper filter into cover. NOT modify engine in any way.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
5. Position cover and filter against flange with tab on engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. NEVER
cover inserted into lower left corner of slot in flange. tamper with factory setting of engine governor.
6. Push cover firmly against flange and turn to right
NOTE
(clockwise) as far as it will go. Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory
7. Be sure retainers are locked around flange. can be dangerous and will VOID THE ENGINE
E. Adjustments WARRANTY.

Do not make any engine adjustments. Factory settings are

satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are needed,
contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.

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 VIII. Transporting Your Engine IX. Storing Your Engine
! WARNING
NEVER transport this engine inside A. Short Term/Seasonal Storage
another vehicle or in any enclosed
space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or I. Clean Engine
spilled fuel may ignite.
Before servicing the engine remove the blower housing. In
If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close addition, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from the
! WARNING
the fuel shut off valve, if equipped, following areas:
and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such
• Cooling fins
as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup truck.
• Air intake screen
If you do not have an open vehicle and have to transport
the engine upright in a closed vehicle, follow these steps • Levers
for emptying the fuel tank before transporting: • Linkage
1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available suc- • Guards
tion device designed for use with gasoline.
• Carburetor
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or
! WARNING • Head
siphon fuel by mouth.
Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling, correct
2. Drain fuel into an approved red GASOLINE container,
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.
being careful to avoid spilling.
3. Run the engine until remaining fuel is consumed. II. Fuel Storage
NEVER leave the engine Never store engine with fuel in fuel
! WARNING ! WARNING
unattended when it is running and tank inside a building with potential
NEVER run engine in enclosed areas. 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.
NOTES
If engine fuel stored in the gas tank and/or an approved gas
container is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for
more than 15-30 days, prepare it for short term/seasonal
storage. See "IV. Fuel Treatment" instructions on page 17.
If engine fuel is to be stored for more than one season,
without gasoline stabilizer, it will gradually deteriorate. Also,
if it is stored in the engine’s gas tank without gasoline
stabilizer it is likely that your carburetor will have gum
deposits, a clogged fuel system and will void your warranty.
Prepare the fuel for extended storage. See "B. Extended
Storage" instructions on page 17.
If you operate the engine during all 4 seasons, it is not
necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore.

III. Fuel System

To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel
system in the following method below:
NOTES
Tecumseh recommends using ULTRA-FRESH™ or Fuel
Saver Plus Gasoline Stabilizer plus Fuel System Cleaner as
an acceptable method of minimizing formation of fuel gum
deposits during storage. This product is available from your
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
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.

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 IV. Fuel Treatment II. Oil Cylinder Bore
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel
! WARNING
instructions. may spray from spark plug hole. To
2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these
to allow it to reach carburetor. instructions:

Never store the engine with fuel in 1. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
! WARNING spark plug. "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on
the fuel tank inside a building with
potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space page 2. See Figures 37 and 38 on next page.
heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
NOTE could occur.
Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can
empty the fuel tank as described under "I. Draining Fuel" • Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding
instructions. See "B. Extended Storage" instructions. post, if provided.

B. Extended Storage • Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with an electric starter.
I. Draining Fuel • Turn off all engine switches.
NOTES • Remove ignition key, if provided.
Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from
carburetor. See "I. Clean Engine" instructions on page 16. 2. Remove spark plug.

If you have prepared your fuel for short term storage it is not 3. Squirt 1oz. (30ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug
necessary to drain fuel that contains stabilizer from your hole.
carburetor. See "A. Short Term/Seasonal Storage" 4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from
instructions on page 16. spraying from spark plug hole when starter rope is
pulled.
To avoid severe injury or death,
! WARNING NOTES
DO NOT pour fuel from engine or
For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.
siphon fuel by mouth.
For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to Step
1. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank
6.
by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. DO
NOT attempt to pour fuel from engine. 5. Grasp starter cord handle and pull out slowly using a
full arm stroke. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil
2. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is
throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during
consumed.
storage.) Proceed to Step 8.
NEVER leave the engine
! WARNING 6. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key (see
unattended when it is running and
equipment manufacturer’s instructions) to cycle the
NEVER run engine in enclosed areas.
engine for one to two seconds.
3. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "II. Oil Cylinder
7. Turn ignition switch key to “OFF” position. Repeat Step
Bore" instructions.
6. and Step 7. (This will distribute oil throughout the cyl-
inder to prevent corrosion during storage.)
8. Remove rag covering spark plug hole and install spark
plug.
9. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding
post, if provided.
NOTE
Connect spark plug wire before attempting to start engine
once engine is out of storage.

III. Oil
Change oil if not changed within the last 3 months, see "A.
Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 12.

IV. Battery
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper
battery storage if machine is equipped with a battery.

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 X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass
Fires
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.
To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the Figure 37. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge
will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Tecumseh
Screen Type 36085”.
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.

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
Figure 38. Typical Spark Plug Connection
are unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself,
contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing
Dealer. You may also call Tecumseh Power company at 1- Table 5. Maintenance Intervals
800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com to locate
your dealer. Procedure Time
ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed. See
Table 5. After first 2 hrs.
Change
Oil when engine is warm

Check 5 hrs. or Before Each Use

Oil Level

Clean 5 hrs. or Before Each Use

Cooling Fins

Change 25 hrs. or 3 mos.

Oil

Clean 25 hrs. or 3 mos.

Foam Pre-Filter

Replace 100 hrs. or

Paper Filter seasonally

Check 100 hrs. or

Spark Plug seasonally

Replace 200 hrs. or

Spark Plug seasonally

First Scheduled Maintenance

After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm
1.Change Oil
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 Before Each Use Scheduled Maintenance Every 100 Hours or Seasonally
Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use 1.Replace Paper Element
1.Check Oil Level 2.Check Spark Plug
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 CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a
California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh Power Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered
Company are pleased to explain the Federal and California Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or
Emission Control Systems Warranty on your new small off-road Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon as a problem
engine. In California, new 1995 and later small off-road engines exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable
must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, new 1997 and later Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an
model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer and/or Tecumseh Power
time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road Company, c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI
engines. Tecumseh Power Company will warrant the emission 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call
control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of 1-800-558-5402].
time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect,
unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of your small
off-road engine.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Your emission control system may include parts such as the This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations
carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system, exhaust system, under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”)
crankcase breather assembly and, the evaporative control which is provided to you by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant
system. Also included may be the compression release system to California law. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to
and other emission-related assemblies. original purchasers of new Tecumseh Power Company engines
the Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New
Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Power Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules. The
Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New
for diagnosis, parts and labor. Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh
Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back cover of the
MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new Tecumseh Power
SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE Company engines. The ECS Warranty applies only to the
emission control system of your new engine. To the extent that
Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year California there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the
small off-road engines are warranted for two years as hereinafter Tecumseh Power Company Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall
noted. In other states, 1997 and later model year engines are also apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Power
warranted for two years. If, during such warranty period, any Company Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both
emission-related part on your engine is defective in materials or the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Power Company Warranty
workmanship, the part will be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh describe important rights and obligations with respect to your new
Power Company engine.
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Power
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
Company Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting
As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date of sale
performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator’s to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay any charges for
Manual, but Tecumseh Power Company will not deny warranty making service calls and/or for transporting the products to and
solely due to the lack of receipts or for your failure to provide from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is
written evidence of the performance of all scheduled performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or
maintenance. loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine
As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however, be or any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty
aware that Tecumseh Power Company may deny you warranty work.
coverage if your small off-road engine or a part thereof has failed If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Power Company at
modifications. 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 5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which
and later model year California small off-road engines (for other leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS
states, 1997 and later model year engines): Warranty is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic
work is performed at a Tecumseh Authorized Service
A. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later Outlet.
model year California small off-road engines (for other states,
1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty 6. Tecumseh Power Company shall be liable for damages to
Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is other original engine components or approved
delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue modifications proximately caused by a failure under
for 24 consecutive months thereafter. 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 7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Tecumseh Power
purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each Company shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-
subsequent purchaser that each of its small off-road engines related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for
is: such emission-related parts.
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all 8. Any Tecumseh Power Company authorized and approved
applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources emission-related replacement part may be used in the
Board pursuant to its authority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair
Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such
use shall not reduce Tecumseh Power Company ECS
2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at Warranty obligations.
any time during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a
warranted emissions-related part to fail to be identical in all 9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to
material respects to the part as described in the engine modify or repair a Tecumseh Power Company engine.
manufacturer’s application for certification. Such use voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient
grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim.
C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSION- Tecumseh Power Company shall not be liable hereunder
RELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS: for failures of any warranted parts of a Tecumseh Power
1. Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not Company engine caused by the use of such an
scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the unapproved add-on or modified part.
Operator’s Manual shall be warranted for the ECS EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS
Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by 1. Carburetor Assembly including internal components:
Tecumseh Power Company according to Subsection 4
below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS a) Carburetor gaskets
Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS b) Intake pipe
Warranty Period.
2. Air Cleaner Assembly including components:
2. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled
a) Air filter element
only for regular inspection as specified in the Operator’s
Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. A 3. Ignition System including components:
statement in such written instructions to the effect of
“repair or replace as necessary”, shall not reduce the ECS a) Spark plug
Warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under b) Ignition module
the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of c) Flywheel assembly
the ECS Warranty Period.
4. Exhaust System including components:
3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled
for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator’s a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)
Manual, shall be warranted for the period of time prior to b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)
the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the
c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)
part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part
shall be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Power 5. Crankcase Breather Assembly including components
Company according to Subsection 4 below. Any such
emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS a) Breather connection tube
Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS 6. Evaporative Control System including components:
Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement
point for such emissions-related part. a) Fuel line(s)
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions- b) Fuel filter
related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed
c) Canister (if so equipped)
at no charge to the owner at a Tecumseh Authorized
Service Outlet. d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)
Revised July, 2005
e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)

IMPORTANT!
The emission Regulations may be different for your country. The emissions Control Warranty Statement is only applicable
to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.

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 XII. Warranty Information
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEH ENGINES
AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES
For the time period shown below from the date of purchase and subject to the exceptions and limitations described herein, Tecumseh Power Company will, at its option as
the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new Tecumseh engine which is found, upon examination by any
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Outlet or by Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. This Limited
Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any Tecumseh engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any commercial or rental track, or
(ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new Tecumseh engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance, improper use or
abuse of the product, or failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new Tecumseh engine or part. The cost of normal
maintenance or replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time warranty service is requested, evidence must
be presented of the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and/or for transporting any engine or part(s) thereof to and from the
place where the inspection and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or loss incurred in
connection with the transportation of any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work. WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED
BY A TECUMSEH AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered
Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh c/o Service Manager, 900 North
Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499.

“CONSUMER USE” (4) “COMMERCIAL USE” (5)

Warranty Within Outside Within Outside

Category U.S.A. and Canada U.S.A. and Canada U.S.A. and Canada U.S.A. and Canada
(A) 90 Day 90 Day(1) No Warranty No Warranty
(B) 1 Year 1 Year(1) 1 Year 1 Year
(C) 2 Years 1 Year(1) 1 Year 1 Year
(D) 2 Years 2 Years(2) 1 Year 1 Year
(E) 2 Years 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year
(H) 2 ‘n 10(3) 2 ‘n 10(3) 1 Year 1 Year
(K) 2 ‘n 10(3) 2 ‘n 10(3) 2 ‘n 10(3) 1 Year
(7)
(M) 3 Years 3 Years 1 Year 1 Year

(1) 2 years for Member States of the European Union. Consumers may have additional legal rights not affected by the terms of this warranty pursuant to EU Directive
1999/44/EC and the national legislation of certain Member States of the European Union.
(2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.
(3) 2 years on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only; the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition.
(4) For purposes of this warranty policy, “consumer use” shall mean consumer’s personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.
(5) For purposes of this warranty policy, “commercial use” shall mean all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.
(6) The engine warranty category of your engine can be determined by review of the engine model number on the “Important Engine Information” decal. One letter in the
engine model number will be surrounded by parenthesis (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) (K) or (M) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation.
(7) Qualification for three (3) year consumer use warranty under engine warranty category (M) may be determined by notation of an (M) designation on the “Important
Engine Information” decal located on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEH CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT, if any.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties, representations, or
promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the engine or any of its parts, other than as set forth herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY,
MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S)
THEREOF, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHOWN IN THE WARRANTY PERIOD CHART ABOVE AND TO
THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
LOSS OF UNIT USE OR ANY COST OR EXPENSE OF SUBSTITUTE UNITS DURING PERIODS OF MALFUNCTION OR NON-USE. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not
apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state-to-state.
Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume for Tecumseh any other obligations or liabilities in connection with or with
respect to any Tecumseh product or parts. The seller or dealer of a Tecumseh Product or part has
n
Revised January, 2004

! WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known TecumsehPower
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

Tecumseh Power Company • Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499 • USA

Telephone: 1-800-558-5402
Visit us at: www.TecumsehPower.com

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