Harbor Freight 5 Hp 173Cc Ohv Vertical Shaft Gas Engine Carb Quick Start Manual 69731_Q_082112
2015-05-27
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A. Brake Arm
B. Throttle
C. Air Filter
D. Starter Handle
E. Fuel Cap
F. Gas Tank
G. Dipstick
Maintenance Schedule
To ensure prolonged life of your engine, perform regular maintenance as
suggested in the table below.
Procedure
Before
Each
Use
Monthly or
every 20 hrs
of use
Every 3 mths
or 50 hrs of
use
Every 6 mths
or 100 hrs of
use
Yearly or
every 300 hrs
of use
Every 2
Years
Check engine oil level
Brush off outside of engine
Check air cleaner
Check deposit cup
Change engine oil
Clean/replace air cleaner
*
Check and clean spark plug
Check/adjust idle speed
Check/adjust valve clearance
Clean fuel tank, strainer and
carburetor
** **
Clean carbon build-up from
combustion chamber
Replace fuel line if necessary
**
* Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
** These items should be serviced by a qualified technician.
Engine Components
READ AND UNDERSTAND USER MANUAL BEFORE USE.
QUICK START GUIDE
Vertical Shaft Gas Engine Item: 69731
STOP Starting Procedure
Mount Engine
4. PULL CORD 5. SLOWLY OPEN THROTTLE
Check engine for oil and
fuel on a flat surface.
If engine does not have the
recommended amount,
fill as shown below
Check engine fuel level
and add fuel to within
1" of the rim of the tank
1. PRESS PRIMER TWICE 2. CLOSE THROTTLE* 3. HOLD MOWER
HANDLES TOGETHER
Full level
Attach Cables To Brake
Arm And throttle
THROTTLE
CABLE
MOWER BRAKE
CABLE SHEATH
BRAKE
ARM
THROTTLE
CABLE SHEATH
*NOTE:
Location, operation
and design of
throttle may vary
BRAKE
BRACKET
IMPORTANT: Breaking-in the engine will help to ensure proper equipment and engine performance.
The operational break-in period will last about 3 hours of use. During this period: • Do not apply a heavy load
to the equipment • Do not operate the engine at its maximum speed.
