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LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA
LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120)
Four-Cycle Engine . Vertical Crankshaft . Air-Cooled
IMPORTANT NOTICE!

181-1215-14

(English) 6/01/08

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LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA

LV195EA/LV195XA (LEV90-120)

Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical 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............................................................... 4

IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4

V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 7

VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 13

VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 13

VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 21

IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 22

X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 24

XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 24

California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 28

Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 29

XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 30

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IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Safety Definitions

Statements in this manual preceded by the following words

and graphics are of special significance:

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which if NOT avoided, could result in death or serious

injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if NOT

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potential situation which, if NOT avoided, could

result in equipment or property damage.

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).

TecumsehPower Contact Information

For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service

NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them

on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call

TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for

additional information.

!WARNING

WARNING

CAUTION

The trademarks TECUMSEH® and the DESIGN (Native American Head lo

o) are re

istered trademarks o

Tecumseh

Products Company and are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company.

TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it associated or affiliated in any

way with Tecumseh Products Company.

TecumsehPower Company

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I. General Safety Precautions

!WARNING

A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

All engine exhaust contains

carbon monoxide, a deadly

gas. Breathing carbon

monoxide can cause

headaches, dizziness,

drowsiness, nausea, confusion

and eventually death.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas

which may be present even if you DO NOT see or smell

any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can

collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and

unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon

monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or

poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of

carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately,

get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.

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.

B. Avoid Gasoline Fires

Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable

and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread

and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet

away from engine. To prevent injury or death

from fuel fires, follow these instructions:

• NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel

tank inside a building with potential

sources of ignition such as hot water and space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.

• NEVER remove fuel fill cap or add fuel when engine

is running.

• NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel fill

cap removed.

• Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors

in a well-ventilated area.

• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.

• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container

to store and dispense fuel. TecumsehPower

Company recommends purchasing gasoline in

containers with a capacity of 2.5 gallons or less.

Small containers are easier to handle and help

eliminate spillage during refueling.

• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by

mouth. To empty the fuel tank, see "I. Draining Fuel"

instructions on page 23.

C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling

and Maintenance

The manufacturer of the equipment may provide

information about who is allowed to use this engine (see

equipment manufacturer’s manual). NOT everyone who is

allowed to use this engine is capable of safely and

responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it.

TecumsehPower Company recommends the following:

• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow

children to refuel this engine. See "C. Filling Fuel

Tank" instructions on page 6.

• An adult should perform maintenance on this

engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on

page 13. Only allow children to perform mainte-

nance if an adult has determined they are

experienced and capable of such operation.

• An adult should start the engine. See "G. Avoid

Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Only

allow children to start the engine if an adult has

determined they are experienced and capable of

such operation.

• To avoid unsupervised operation of the engine,

especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended

when it is running. Remove ignition key, if equipped.

D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts

NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft

or flywheel. See Figure 1 on page 2.

The equipment manufacturer may

attach a sprocket and chain or pulley

and belt to the engine shaft. If these

parts are NOT properly guarded, or if

you are NOT sure whether they are

properly guarded, DO NOT use your

engine; contact the equipment

manufacturer. Hands, feet, hair,

jewelry, clothing, etc.,can become

entangled in rotating parts, leading to

serious injury or death. To avoid

serious injury or death, be sure the

flywheel guard is in place. See Figure

1 on page 2.

Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this

material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to

do so can result in serious injury or death. Consult your

local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call

1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for

additional information.

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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

F. Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces

The muffler and other engine parts become

extremely hot during operation and remain

hot after the engine has stopped.

• To avoid severe burns on contact,

STAY AWAY from hot areas of

engine. DO NOT operate the engine

without the muffler guard in place,

if equipped.

• To reduce the risk of fire keep all materials that can

burn, including grass and leaves, away from muffler

and rest of engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park

engine powered equipment in long dry grass or

other dry ground cover.

G. Avoid Accidental Starts

To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment

always:

• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it

away from spark plug. See Figures 2 and 3.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

H. Use Hearing Protection

Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear

hearing protection when operating an engine.

Use of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes

can result in serious injury or death. TecumsehPower

Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines

for use in such applications. Consult your local Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402,

or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.

Figure 1. Typical Flywheel Guard Location

Figure 2. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 3. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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II. How to Get Service

For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service

NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them

on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call

TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for

additional information.

A. Engine Identification Decal

A sample engine identification decal is located in the next

column and indicates the engine’s model number,

specification and date of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 4.

NOTES

Please look at the decal on your engine.

Fill in the engine information in the spaces provided for

future reference.

The engine identification decal also includes engine life

specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of

your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance

life as certified by EPA and/or CARB.

• LV models are designated as “C” 125 hours, “B” 250

hours and “A” 500 hours.

B. Technician’s Handbook

If you have a general understanding of internal combustion

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

engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s

Handbook is available from your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 5. This

handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered

within this Operator’s Manual, and it is intended for

individuals who have had adequate training, experience

and who practice proper tool usage. Service procedures

should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing

TecumsehPower engines.

• Order as part #692509 or #740049 for LV models.

TecumsehPower Company manufactures and is

responsible only for the engine used on this power

equipment. If repair or service is needed for anything other

than the engine, contact the service source recommended

by the equipment manufacturer.

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Figure 4. Engine Identification Decal

Figure 5. Technician’s Handbook

TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY

THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA

PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI

SORE ENGINES

LV195EA

361540D

4TPXS.1951BB 195

04015AA0001

2083

ENGINE

MODEL:

SPEC:

DOM:

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III. Oil and Fuel Specifications

A. Oil

To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality,

detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, see Table 1.

In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the

correct amount of oil to operate properly.

NOTES

The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 1-1/4 U.S. Pints

(.62 liters).

Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.

Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil

consumption. SAE 10W40 is NOT recommended.

Special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

B. Fuel

Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated

automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the

components identified in Table 2.

• DO NOT use leaded fuel.

• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left

over from last season or stored for long periods.

• NEVER mix oil with fuel.

• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol

(Wood Alcohol).

The use of alternative fuels such as E85

or E20 are NOT recommended for use in

TecumsehPower engines. Alternative fuels with high

alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine

performance, and may cause internal engine damage.

NOTE

Damage and/or performance problems that occur from use

of fuels other than those listed in the Operator’s Manuals will

not be considered warranty.

IV. Before Starting Your Engine

A. Checking Oil Level

To avoid engine damage, it is important to:

• Check oil level before each use and every 5

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 or to point of overflow on engines without

dipstick. See Figure 6.

• Be sure oil fill cap/plug is tightened securely.

NOTES

DO NOT overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil

carry-over to the air cleaner and equipment and cause

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 TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for TecumsehPower Oil.

Table 1. Recommended Oil

Table 2. Recommended Fuel

CAUTION

Fuel Component Percentage

Ethanol 10%

Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”) 10%

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%

ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%

Figure 6. Engine Oil Level

-20 F

32 F

40 F

-20 C

20 F

40 C

30 C

20 C

10 C

-10 C

-30 C

60 F

80 F

100 F

Straight Grade

730225A or SAE 30W

TecumsehPower Part No.

Multi Grade

730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W

TecumsehPower Part No.

TecumsehPower

730263 or SAE 0W30

Synthetic Part No.

TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage

FULL

ADD

Fill Between

“FULL” and “ADD”

Marks

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B. Filling Oil Sump

I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1.

If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick,

see "II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions.

1. Be sure engine is upright and level.

2. Unscrew oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe

dipstick clean. See Figures 7 and 8.

3. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap/dipstick from oil filler

tube. Note oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below

“ADD” mark, slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See

Figure 6 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

5. Screw oil fill cap/dipstick back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

6. Wipe away any spilled oil.

NOTE

To change oil for engines with an oil fill cap/dipstick, see

"I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 14.

II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug

If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to

step 1. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. Oil

Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions above.

1. Be sure engine is upright and level.

2. Clean area around oil fill cap/plug. See Figure 9.

3. Unscrew oil fill cap/plug.

4. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.

5. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole.

Tighten securely.

6. Wipe away any spilled oil.

NOTE

To change oil for engines without a dipstick, see

"II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 16.

Figure 7. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Figure 8. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Figure 9. Engine With Oil Fill Cap/Plug

1. Spark Plug Cap

2. Spark Plug Wire

3. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

4. Starter Cord Handle

5. Fuel Fill Cap

6. Air Cleaner

7. Primer Bulb

8. Carburetor

9. Muffler

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C. Filling Fuel Tank

An adult should fuel this engine.

NEVER allow children to refuel this

engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and

can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a

spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent

injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:

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 7 on page 5. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

NOTE

For recommended fuel, see Table 2 and "III. Oil and Fuel

Specifications" instructions on page 4. Afterward, continue

reading instructions below.

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

expand without overflowing.

5. Replace fuel fill cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel

before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO NOT start

engine. Move machine away from area of spillage.

Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors

are gone.

NOTE

Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a

genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap.

Failure to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

See Figure 10.

6. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment

manufacturer’s instructions) is open. See Figure 11.

WARNING

Figure 10. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s)

Figure 11. Fuel Valve Positions

Front View

Bottom View

Turn Valve Clockwise

To “OFF” Position

Fuel Valve

“OPEN”

Position

Shown

Fuel

Tank

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V. Starting Your Engine

To avoid serious injury or death, an

adult should start this engine. Only

allow children to start engine if an adult has determined

they are experienced and capable of such operation.

If you are unable to start this engine

after following instructions in this

manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage

to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot

this engine in any other way. For example:

• DO NOT use starting fluid.

• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or

onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or

onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with

spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug

hole and ignite.

This section contains starting instructions for several

different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions

that apply to your engine, first determine what type of starter

you have. If you have an electric starter, see "A. Engines

with Electric Starters" instructions. If you have a manual

recoil starter, see "B. Engines with Recoil Starters"

instructions on page 10.

A. Engines with Electric Starters

Only one of the following three sections will apply to your

engine. See Table 3.

I. Primer Bulb Only

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if

present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions).

See Figures 12 and 13.

3. When starting a cold engine, press primer bulb firmly 3

times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to orig-

inal position between pushes. See Figures 14 and 15.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

NOTES

Be sure to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb.

See Figure 14.

Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly

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. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 12.

Table 3. Engines with Electric Starters

WARNING

If your engine has: Go to:

Primer Bulb Only Section A.I

Choke Only Section A.II

Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.III

Figure 12. Typical Engine Controls

Figure 13. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 14. Pressing Primer Bulb

1. Electric Start Switch

2. Engine Throttle Control

3. Equipment Control

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

1. Primer Bulb

2. Vent Hole

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NOTE

DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds

each attempt.

5. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start

engine.

6. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition

switch key.

7. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2

thru 6 and try again.

8. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 7,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

II. Choke Only

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START”

position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figures 12, 13 and 16 starting on

page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

NOTE

If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move

engine throttle control to “FAST” position instead of

“CHOKE” or “START” position. See Figures 12, 13 and 16

starting on page 7. Afterward, continue reading instructions

below.

3. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 12 on page 7. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

NOTE

DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds

each attempt.

4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start

engine.

5. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2

thru 4 and try again.

6. When engine starts:

a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.

b. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.

c. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed

in “RUN” range.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is

moved to “FAST” position:

a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE”

position.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST ”position.

If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to

“FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

7. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move

engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start

engine.

8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST”

position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE”

position and start engine.

9. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

Figure 15. Engine Components

Figure 16. Start/Choke Control Positions

1. Spark Plug Cap

2. Spark Plug Wire

3. Starter Cord Handle

4. Air Cleaner

5. Primer Bulb

6. Carburetor

7. Muffler

576

1. “SLOW” Position

2. “RUN” Range

3. “FAST” Position

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III. Primer Bulb and Choke

In Temperatures Above 40°F (5°C):

Follow instructions in Section A.1. See "I. Primer Bulb

Only" instructions and Table 3 on page 7.

In Temperatures Below 40°F (5°C):

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START”

position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figures 17 thru 19.

3. When starting a cold engine, press primer bulb firmly

3 times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to

original position between pushes. See Figures 15 and

20 starting on page 8. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

NOTES

Be sure to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb.

See Figure 20.

Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly

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. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 17.

NOTE

DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds

each attempt.

5. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start

engine.

6. When engine starts:

a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.

b. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.

See Figures 17 thru 19.

c. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed

in “RUN” range.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is

moved to “FAST” position:

a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE”

position. See Figures 17 thru 19.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST”

position. See Figures 17 thru 19.

If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to

“FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

Figure 17. Typical Engine Controls

Figure 18. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 19. Start/Choke Control Positions

Figure 20. Pressing Primer Bulb

1. Electric Start Switch

2. Engine Throttle Control

3. Equipment Control

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

1. “SLOW” Position

2. “RUN” Range

3. “FAST” Position

1. Primer Bulb

2. Vent Hole

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7. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move

engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start

engine.

8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST”

position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE”

position and start engine.

9. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

B. Engines with Recoil Starters

Only one of the following three sections will apply to your

engine. See Table 4.

I. Primer Bulb Only

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if

present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions).

See Figures 21 thru 23.

Table 4. Engines with Recoil Starters

If your engine has: Go to:

Primer Bulb Only Section B.I

Choke Only Section B.II

Primer Bulb and Choke Section B.III

Figure 21. Typical Engine Controls

Figure 22. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 23. Start/Choke Control Positions

1. Starter Cord Handle

2. Engine Throttle Control

3. Equipment Control

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

1. “SLOW” Position

2. “RUN” Range

3. “FAST” Position

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3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3

times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to orig-

inal position between pushes. See Figure 24.

NOTES

Be sure to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb.

See Figure 24.

Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly

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. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

When pulling starter rope, the rope

can unexpectedly jerk back toward

engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully

follow these instructions:

5. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 21 on page 10.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.

b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue

pulling 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.

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 TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

II. Choke Only

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START”

position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

NOTE

If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move

engine throttle control to “FAST” position instead of

“CHOKE” or “START” position. See Figures 21 thru 23 on

page 10. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

3. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 21 on page 10. Afterward,

continue reading instructions.

When pulling starter rope, the rope

can unexpectedly jerk back toward

engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully

follow these instructions:

4. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 21 on page 10.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.

b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue

pulling 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 and try again.

6. When engine starts:

a. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed

in “RUN” range.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is

moved to “FAST” position:

a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE”

position. See Figures 21 thru 23 on page 10.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST”

position.

If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to

“FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

7. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move

engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start

engine.

8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST”

position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE”

position and start engine.

9. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8,

contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this

engine in any other way.

WARNING

Figure 24. Pressing Primer Bulb

1. Primer Bulb

2. Vent Hole

WARNING

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III. Primer Bulb and Choke

In Temperatures Above 40°F (5°C):

Follow instructions in Section B.I. "I. Primer Bulb Only"

instructions and Table 4 on page 10.

In Temperatures Below 40°F (5°C):

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is

outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START”

position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figures 25 thru 27.

3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3

times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to orig-

inal position between pushes. See Figure 24 on page

11. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

NOTES

Be sure to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb.

See Figure 24 on page 11. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly

5 times.

DO NOT use primer bulb to restart a warm engine after a

short shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may

result in equipment malfunction.

4. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or

clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s

instructions). See Figure 25.

When pulling starter rope, the rope

can unexpectedly jerk back toward

engine causing serious injury. To avoid this risk, carefully

follow these instructions:

5. Grasp starter cord handle. See Figure 25.

a. Pull rope out slowly until you feel drag.

b. Without allowing the rope to retract, continue pulling

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.

6. When engine starts:

a. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position.

See Figures 25 thru 27.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed

in “RUN” range.

NOTES

If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is

moved to “FAST” position:

a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE”

position.

b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST”

position.

If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to

“FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.

7. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine

throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.

8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST”

position, move engine throttle control to “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.

WARNING

Figure 25. Typical Engine Controls

Figure 26. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 27. Start/Choke Control Positions

1. Starter Cord Handle

2. Engine Throttle Control

3. Equipment Control

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

1. “SLOW” Position

2. “RUN” Range

3. “FAST” Position

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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

an engine, especially by children,

NEVER leave it unattended when it is running. Always turn

off the engine after use and remove ignition key, if

provided. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or

death.

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

VII. Maintenance

To avoid serious injury or death, an

adult should perform maintenance on

this engine. Only allow children to perform maintenance if

an adult has determined they are experienced and capable

of such operation.

To prevent accidental starting when

working on equipment, always:

• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it

away from spark plug. See Figures 28 and 29.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

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. See

"A. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 4.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

• 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.

NOTES

For engines with a dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick"

instructions on page 14.

For engines without a dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug"

instructions on page 16.

WARNING

Figure 28. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 29. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick go to step 1. If your

engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill

Cap/Plug" instructions on page 16.

1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug. See Figures 30 and 31. See "G. Avoid

Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

2. Be sure fuel fill cap is on and tightened securely.

See Figure 32.

3. Carefully turn engine on the side with the carburetor

side up. See Figure 33.

4. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil fill

cap/dipstick.

5. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

6. Tip engine with the carburetor side up to position the oil

flow, so it will drain from the lowest point on the engine

(see equipment manufacturer’s instructions).

See Figure 33.

7. Drain oil into an approved recyclable oil container.

NOTE

Used oil must be disposed of at a proper collection center.

Figure 30. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 31. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

Figure 32. Fuel Fill Cap

Figure 33. Draining Oil Sump

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

1. Oil Fill/Drain Tube (Cap/Dipstick)

2. Carburetor

Carburetor Side Up

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8. Clean area around oil fill tube and oil fill cap/dipstick.

See Figure 34.

9. Place engine back onto a level upright position with the

wheels touching the ground.

10. Fill with recommended oil. See Table 1 and "III. Oil and

Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

NOTES

DO NOT overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over

to the air cleaner and equipment and cause 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 TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for TecumsehPower Oil.

11. Wipe away any spilled oil.

12. Install oil fill cap/dipstick. Tighten securely.

See Figure 34.

13. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding

post, if provided. See Figures 35 thru 37.

14. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempt-

ing to start engine.

NOTES

The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed every 100

operating hours or at least once a year.

The filter should be changed more often if the engine is

operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for a genuine replacement Oil Filter.

Figure 34. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Figure 35. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 36. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

Figure 37. Typical Spark Plug Connection

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug

If your engine does NOT have an oil fill cap/dipstick go to

step 1. If your engine has an oil fill cap/dipstick, see

"I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 14.

1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug. See Figures 38 and 39. See “G” Avoid

Accidental Starts” instructions on page 2. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

2. Be sure fuel fill cap is on and tightened securely.

See Figure 40.

3. Be sure you find the correct oil drain plug location (see

equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 41.

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 (see equipment manufac-

turer’s instructions).

6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an approved

recyclable oil container.

NOTE

Used oil must be disposed of at a proper collection center.

7. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Figure 38. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 39. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

Figure 40. Fuel Fill Cap

Figure 41. Oil Drain Plug Locations

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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8. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling

and fill with recommended oil. See Table 1 and "III. Oil

and Fuel Specifications" instructions on page 4. See

Figure 42. Afterward, continue reading instructions

below.

NOTES

DO NOT overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil

carry-over to the air cleaner and equipment and cause

malfunction or damage.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for TecumsehPower Oil.

9. Wipe away any spilled oil.

10. Screw oil fill cap/plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten

securely. See Figure 42.

11. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding

post, if provided. See Figures 43 thru 45.

12. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before attempt-

ing to start engine.

NOTES

The oil filter if so equipped, should be changed every 100

operating hours or at least once a year.

The filter should be changed more often if the engine is

operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for a genuine replacement Oil Filter.

Figure 42. Oil Fill Plug

Figure 43. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 44. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

Figure 45. Typical Spark Plug Connection

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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B. Removing Debris from Engine

Before each use, remove the air cleaner cover. Discard

grass clippings, dirt and debris from the following areas:

• Levers and Linkage

• Cooling Fins

• Air Intake Screen

• Air Inlet

• Guards

Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct

engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 46.

C. Spark Plug

Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.

1. Clean area around spark plug.

2. Remove and inspect spark plug.

3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if

electrodes are:

•Pitted

• Burned

• Fouled with Deposits

4. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set

gap to—.030 in. (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 47.

5. Install spark plug and tighten securely.

NOTE

A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact

your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a

genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug.

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 periodically needs to be cleaned or replaced.

Your engine will be equipped with one of the following air

cleaners; Type A, B, C, D or E. Follow instructions for the

air cleaner type that resembles your model. See Figures 48

thru 52 starting on page 19. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

NOTES

ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt

accumulation. If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam

Filters" instructions on this page, and/or "II. Servicing Paper

Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer

for a genuine replacement Air Cleaner.

I. Servicing Foam Filters

Clean foam filters every 3 months or every 25 operating

hours. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions.

After removing the filter, follow these cleaning instructions

below:

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.

3. Wrap in a clean cloth and press (DO NOT twist) until

completely dry.

NOTE

DO NOT oil foam filter.

4. Install foam filter.

NOTE

Proceed with installation instructions for the air cleaner type

that resembles your model.

Figure 46. Debris Removal Locations

Figure 47. Resistor Spark Plug

1. Cooling Fins

2. Air Intake Screen

3. Levers and Linkage

1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap

2. Electrodes

3. Porcelain

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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

extremely dusty conditions. Replacement filters are

available at an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. Follow the instructions next to the drawing of your

air cleaner to remove and replace it.

NOTE

DO NOT put oil on or clean a paper filter.

III. Removal and Installation-Type “A” Air Cleaner

1. Press cover release button and lift cover upward. See

Figure 48.

2. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If

either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters"

instructions on page 18. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

3. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.

4. Install filter(s) in body where applicable.

5. Push cover downward on body and press until cover

locks with body tab securely.

IV. Removal and Installation-Type “B” Air Cleaner

1. Remove cover by pulling tab “A” away from body while

lifting cover upward. See Figure 49.

2. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If

either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters"

instructions on page 18 and /or "II. Servicing Paper

Filters" instructions listed above. Afterward, continue

reading instructions below.

3. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.

4. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter(s) in body

where applicable.

5. Install cover by hooking slot of cover over tab “B” on

body.

6. Push cover down, snapping cover onto body securely.

Figure 48. Air Cleaner Type “A” Assembly

Figure 49. Air Cleaner Type “B” Assembly

1. Cover Release Button

2. Foam / Screen Filter (Optional)

3. Foam Filter

4. Tab

5. Cover

6. Slot

7. Body

8. Body Tab

1. Tab “B”

2. Foam Filter

3. Slot

4. Optional Paper Filter

5. Cover

6. Tab “A”

7. Foam Filter

8. Body

456

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V. Removal and Installation-Type “C” Air Cleaner

1. Turn cover counterclockwise to remove.

See Figure 50.

2. Remove paper filter from flange. See "II. Servicing

Paper Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, con-

tinue reading instructions below.

3. Discard paper filter.

4. Clean cover and flange thoroughly.

5. Install new paper filter into cover.

6. Position cover and filter against flange with tab on

cover inserted into lower left corner of slot in flange.

7. Push cover firmly against flange and turn

clockwise as far as it will go.

8. Be sure retainers are locked around flange.

VI. Removal and Installation-Type “D” Air Cleaner

1. Remove cover by pulling tab “A” away from body while

lifting cover upward. See Figure 51.

2. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation.

If either is present, see "I. Servicing Foam Filters"

instructions on page 18 and/or "II. Servicing Paper

Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward, continue

reading instructions below.

3. Discard paper filter.

4. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.

5. Install foam filter(s) and new paper filter.

6. Install cover by hooking slot of cover over tab “B” on

body.

7. Push cover down, snapping cover onto body securely.

Figure 50. Air Cleaner Type “C” Assembly

1. Retainer

2. Slot

3. Flange

4. Paper Filter

5. Tab

6. Cover

Figure 51. Air Cleaner Type “D” Assembly

1. Tab “B”

2. Foam Filter

3. Slot

4. Cover

5. Tab “A”

6. Paper Filter

7. Body

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VII.Removal and Installation-Type “E” Air Cleaner

1. Turn cover clockwise to remove. See Figure 52.

2. Remove paper filter from flange. See "II. Servicing

Paper Filters" instructions on page 19. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

3. Discard paper filter.

4. Clean cover and flange thoroughly.

5. Insert new paper filter into cover.

6. Line up tabs on cover with slots on flange.

7. Push cover firmly against flange and turn counterclock-

wise until cover locks securely in place.

8. Secure cover and be sure it is in vertical position.

E. Carburetor

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your

nearest Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes

up to 7,000 feet (2,134 meters). For operation at higher

elevations, contact an Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer.

F. Engine Speed

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.

Running the engine faster than the speed set at the factory

can be dangerous and will

VOID THE ENGINE WARRANTY.

G. Engine Stopping Mechanism

Some engines are equipped with a

federally-mandated mechanism which

stops the engine and mower blade. To avoid serious injury

or death as a result of contact with the mower blade, DO

NOT interfere with or bypass this mechanism. Parts of the

mechanism may be subject to wear and must be checked

once a year by an Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing

Dealer. In the event the mechanism fails for any reason,

you must NOT use the engine until corrected by an

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

H. Adjustments

DO NOT make any engine adjustments. Factory settings

are satisfactory for most conditions. If adjustments are

needed, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer.

VIII. Transporting Your Engine

NEVER transport this engine inside

another vehicle or in any enclosed

space if there is any gasoline in the tank. Fuel vapor or

spilled fuel may ignite leading to serious injury or death.

If there is fuel in the fuel tank, close

the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped,

and transport the engine upright in an open vehicle, such

as an open trailer or open bed of a pickup truck.

If you DO NOT have an open vehicle and have to transport

the engine upright in a closed vehicle, follow these steps

for emptying the fuel tank before transporting:

1. Empty fuel tank by using a commercially available

suction device designed for use with gasoline.

To avoid serious injury or death, DO

NOT pour fuel from engine or 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.

NEVER leave the engine unattended

when it is running and NEVER run

engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.

WARNING

Figure 52. Air Cleaner Type “E” Assembly

1. Paper Filter

2. Slots

3. Flange

4. Tabs

5. Cover

WARNING

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IX. Storing Your Engine

A. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage

I. Clean Engine

Before servicing the engine remove the air cleaner cover

and/or blower housing. Remove grass clippings, dirt and

debris from the following areas:

• Cooling Fins

• Air Intake Screen

• Levers

• Linkage

• Guards

• Carburetor

•Head

Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct

engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.

II. Fuel Storage

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

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. Afterward,

continue reading instructions below.

If engine fuel is to be stored for more than one season,

without gasoline stabilizer, it will gradually deteriorate. Also,

if it is stored in the engine’s gas tank without gasoline

stabilizer it is likely that your carburetor will have gum

deposits, a clogged fuel system and will void your warranty.

Prepare the fuel for extended storage. See "B. Extended

Storage" instructions on page 23. Afterward, continue

reading instructions.

III. Fuel System

To avoid stale gas and carburetor problems, treat the fuel

system in the following method below:

NOTES

TecumsehPower Company recommends using

ULTRA-FRESH

™ Gasoline Stabilizer as an acceptable

method of minimizing formation of fuel gum deposits during

storage. This product is available from your Authorized

TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.

Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Failure

to do so may result in equipment damage.

It is NOT necessary to empty stabilized gas from fuel tank.

IV. Fuel Treatment

1. Add fuel stabilizer according to manufacturer’s

instructions.

2. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow it to reach carburetor.

NEVER store engine with fuel in the

fuel tank inside a building with

potential sources of ignition such as hot water or space

heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc. Doing so may

lead to an explosion resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTE

Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can

empty the fuel tank as described under "I. Draining Fuel"

instructions on page 23.

WARNING

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B. Extended Storage

I. Draining Fuel

NOTES

Clean debris from engine before emptying fuel from fuel

tank. See "I. Clean Engine" instructions on page 22.

Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

If you have prepared your fuel for short-term storage it is

NOT necessary to empty fuel that contains stabilizer from

your fuel tank. See "A. Short-Term/Seasonal Storage"

instructions on page 22. Afterward, continue reading

instructions below.

To avoid serious injury or death,

DO NOT pour fuel from engine or

siphon fuel by mouth.

1. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank

by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. DO

NOT attempt to pour fuel from engine.

2. Run the engine while waiting until the remaining fuel is

consumed.

NEVER leave the engine unattended

when it is running and NEVER run

engine in enclosed areas to avoid death or serious injury.

3. Begin servicing the cylinder bore. See "II. Oil Cylinder

Bore" instructions.

NOTE

If you operate the engine during all four seasons, it is NOT

necessary to lubricate the cylinder bore.

II. Oil Cylinder Bore

When lubricating cylinder bore, fuel

may spray from spark plug hole. To

prevent serious injury from fuel fires, follow these

instructions:

1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug. See Figures 53 and 54.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire

securely away from metal parts where arcing

could occur.

• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the

grounding post, if provided.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if

engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.

• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

2. Remove spark plug.

3. Squirt 1oz. (30 ml) of clean engine oil into spark plug

hole.

4. Cover spark plug hole with rag to prevent fuel from

spraying from spark plug hole when engine is started.

NOTES

For engines equipped with recoil starters proceed to Step 5.

For engines equipped with electric starters proceed to Step 6.

5. Grasp starter cord handle:

a. Pull out slowly using a full arm stroke.

b. Repeat once. (This will distribute oil throughout the

cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage.)

c. Proceed to Step 7.

6. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to

“START” position. Immediately release starter button or

turn ignition switch key to “OFF” position. (This will dis-

tribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion

during storage.)

7. Remove rag covering spark plug hole.

8. Install spark plug.

9. Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding

post, if provided.

10. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug before

attempting to start engine.

III. Oil

Change oil if NOT changed within the last 3 months. See

"A. Checking and Changing Oil" instructions on page 13.

IV. Battery

See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper

battery storage, if machine is equipped with a battery.

WARNING

CAUTION

Figure 53. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 54. Typical Grounding Post/Spark Plug Connection

1. Grounding Post Connection

2. Spark Plug Connection

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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

muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge

will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Screen Type

36085”.

If your engine does NOT have a spark arrester, you may

purchase one from your Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to

be replaced to allow the spark arrester to be installed.

XI. Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance is one of the most important things that

you can do to extend the life of your TecumsehPower

engine. If you are unable to perform maintenance intervals

yourself, contact your nearest Authorized TecumsehPower

Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at

www.TecumsehPower.com or call TecumsehPower

Company at 1-800-558-5402 for additional information.

ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in

this manual. See Table 5.

Scheduled Maintenance

After First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm

1. Change Oil

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

Table 5. Maintenance Intervals

Procedure Time

Change

Oil

After First 2 Hours

When Engine is Warm

Check

Oil

Level

Every 5 Hours

Before Each Use

Clean

Cooling

Fins

Every 5 Hours

Before Each Use

Clean

Foam

Filter

Every 25 Hours

3 Months

Change

Oil

Every 25 Hours

3 Months

Replace

Paper and Oil

Filter

Every 100 Hours

Seasonally

Check

Spark

Plug

Every 100 Hours

Seasonally

Replace

Spark

Plug

Every 200 Hours

Seasonally

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Every 5 Hours or Before Each Use

1. Check Oil Level

2. Clean Cooling Fins

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

Every 25 Hours or 3 Months

1. Clean Foam Filter

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

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Every 25 Hours or 3 Months

1. Change Oil

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

Every 100 Hours or Seasonally

1. Replace Paper Filter

2. Replace Oil Filter

3. Check Spark Plug

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

Every 200 Hours or Seasonally

1. Replace Spark Plug

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

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NOTES

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CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the

California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh-

Power Company are pleased to explain the Federal and

California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your

new small off-road engine. In California, new 1995 and

later small off-road engines must be designed, built and

equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog stan-

dards. In other states, new 1997 and later model year

engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the

time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small

non-road engines. TecumsehPower Company will war-

rant the emission control system on your small off-road

engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there

has been no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or

improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.

Your emission control system may include parts such as

the carburetor, air cleaner assembly, ignition system,

exhaust system, crankcase breather assembly and, the

evaporative control system. Also included may be the

compression release system and other emission-related

assemblies.

Where a warrantable condition exists, TecumsehPower

Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost

to you for diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL

SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE

Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year

California small off-road engines are warranted for two

years as hereinafter noted. In other states, 1997 and later

model year engines are also warranted for two years. If,

during such warranty period, any emission-related part

on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship,

the part will be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower

Company.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible

for the performance of the required maintenance listed in

your Operator’s Manual, but TecumsehPower Company

will not deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or

for your failure to provide written evidence of the perfor-

mance of all scheduled maintenance.

As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however,

be aware that TecumsehPower Company may deny you

warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part

thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-

tenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your small off-road

engine to a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet

(any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer,

TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor or

TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon

as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be

completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed

30 days.

Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an

Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer and/or

TecumsehPower Company, c/o Service Manager, 900

North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-

377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402].

IMPORTANT NOTE

This warranty statement explains your rights and obliga-

tions under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS

Warranty”) which is provided to you by TecumsehPower

Company pursuant to California law. TecumsehPower

Company also provides to original purchasers of new

TecumsehPower engines the TecumsehPower Company

Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower Engines

and Electronic Ignition Modules. The TecumsehPower

Company Limited Warranties for New TecumsehPower

Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh-

Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back

cover of the Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new

TecumsehPower engines. The ECS Warranty applies

only to the emission control system of your new engine.

To the extent that there is any conflict in terms between

the ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company

Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any cir-

cumstances in which the TecumsehPower Company

Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both the

ECS Warranty and the TecumsehPower Company War-

ranty describe important rights and obligations with

respect to your new engine.

Warranty service can only be performed by a TecumsehPower

Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting

warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date

of sale to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay

any charges for making service calls and/or for transport-

ing the products to and from the place where the inspec-

tion and/or warranty work is performed. The purchaser

shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in

connection with the transportation of any engine or any

part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty

work.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights

and responsibilities, you should contact TecumsehPower

Company at 1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call

1-800-558-5402.

Revised February 2008

IMPORTANT!

The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only

applicable to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”) for 1995

and later model year California small off-road engines (for other

states, 1997 and later model year engines):

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.

B.GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:

TecumsehPower Company warrants to the original, end-use

purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to each

subsequent purchaser that each of its small off-road engines

is:

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

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.

C. THE ECS WARRANTY ONLY PERTAINS TO EMISSION-

RELATED PARTS ON YOUR ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not

scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the

Operator’s Manual shall be warranted for the ECS

Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS

Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by

TecumsehPower Company according to Subsection 4

below. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS

Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS

Warranty Period.

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. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled

for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator’s

Manual, shall be warranted for the period of time prior to

the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the

part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part

shall be repaired or replaced by TecumsehPower

Company according to Subsection 4 below. Any such

emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS

Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS

Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement

point for such emissions-related part.

4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-

related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed

at no charge to the owner at a TecumsehPower

Authorized Service Outlet.

5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which

leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS

Warranty is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic

work is performed at a TecumsehPower Authorized

Service Outlet.

6. TecumsehPower Company shall be liable for damages to

other original engine components or approved

modifications proximately caused by a failure under

warranty of an emission-related part covered by the ECS

Warranty.

7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, TecumsehPower

Company shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-

related parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for

such emission-related parts.

8. Any TecumsehPower Company authorized and approved

emission-related replacement part may be used in the

performance of any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair

and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such

use shall not reduce TecumsehPower Company ECS

Warranty obligations.

9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to

modify or repair a TecumsehPower engine. Such use

voids this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds

for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. TecumsehPower

Company shall not be liable hereunder for failures of any

warranted parts of a TecumsehPower engine caused by

the use of such an unapproved add-on or modified part.

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

3. Ignition System including components:

a) Spark plug

b) Ignition module

c) Flywheel assembly

4. Exhaust System including components:

a) Catalytic muffler (if so equipped)

b) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)

c) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)

5. Crankcase Breather Assembly including components

a) Breather connection tube

6. Evaporative Control System including components:

a) Fuel line(s)

b) Fuel filter

c) Canister (if so equipped)

d) Fuel tank (if so equipped)

e) Fuel fill cap (if so equipped)

Revised February 2008

IMPORTANT!

The Emission Regulations may be different for your country. The Emissions Control Warranty Statement is only

applicable to engines with an emissions compliance statement and decal that references “Emissions Regulations”.

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEHPOWER ENGINES

AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES

For the time period shown below from the date of purchase and subject to the exceptions and limitations described herein, TecumsehPower Company will, at its option as

the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new TecumsehPower engine which is found, upon examination by

any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Outlet or by TecumsehPower’s Service Division, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. This Limited

Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any commercial or rental

track, or (ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new TecumsehPower engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance,

improper use or abuse of the product, or failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new TecumsehPower engine or part.

The cost of normal maintenance or replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time warranty service is

requested, evidence must be presented of the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and/or for transporting any engine or part(s)

thereof to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or

loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work. WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE

PERFORMED BY A TECUMSEHPOWER AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service

Outlet (any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by

contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499.

(1) 2 years for Member States of the European Union. Consumers may have additional legal rights not affected by the terms of this warranty pursuant to EU Directive

1999/44/EC and the national legislation of certain Member States of the European Union.

(2) 1 year for Australian/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.

(3) 2 years on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only; the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition.

(4) For purposes of this warranty policy, “consumer use” shall mean consumer’s personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.

(5) For purposes of this warranty policy, “commercial use” shall mean all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.

(6) The engine warranty category of your engine can be determined by review of the engine model number on the “Important Engine Information” decal. One letter in the

engine model number will be surrounded by parenthesis (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) (K) or (M) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation.

(7) Qualification for three (3) year consumer use warranty under engine warranty category (M) may be determined by notation of an (M) designation on the “Important

Engine Information” decal located on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto.

THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEHPOWER CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT, if any.

THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither TecumsehPower Company nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties,

representations, or promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the engine or any of its parts, other than as set forth herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF

MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEHPOWER

ENGINE OR PART(S) THEREOF, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHOWN IN THE WARRANTY PERIOD

CHART ABOVE AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEHPOWER

COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,

ANY LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF UNIT USE OR ANY COST OR EXPENSE OF SUBSTITUTE UNITS DURING PERIODS OF MALFUNCTION OR

NON-USE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state-to-state.

TecumsehPower Company neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume for TecumsehPower Company any other obligations or

liabilities in connection with or with respect to any TecumsehPower product or parts. The seller or dealer of a TecumsehPower product or part has no authority, whatsoever,

to make any representations or promises on behalf of TecumsehPower Company or to modify the terms or limitations of TecumsehPower’s warranty in any way.

Revised February 2008

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

Warranty Within Outside Within Outside

Category (6) 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

(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) (7) 3 Years 3 Years 1 Year 1 Year

XII. Warranty Information

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Visit us at: www.TecumsehPower.com

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to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known

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