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Table of Contents 

Introduction ..................................... 1

Replacement Engine................................. 1
Accessories................................................ 1
This Booklet.............................................. 1

Manual Conventions .........................2
Safety Rules ......................................3
Controls and Features.......................5

Replacement Engine................................. 5

Assembly ..........................................6

Install the Spark Arrester .........................6
Add Engine Oil .........................................6
Add Fuel....................................................6

Operation ......................................... 7

Engine Location........................................ 7
Starting the Engine................................... 7
Stopping the Engine ................................. 7

Maintenance .....................................8

Engine Maintenance.................................8

Oil..........................................................8
Spark Plugs ...........................................8
Air Filter................................................8
Spark Arrester.......................................9
Cleaning ................................................9
Adjustments ..........................................9
Maintenance Schedule..........................9

Storage ........................................... 10

Engine Storage........................................ 10

Specifications ..................................11

Engine Specifications.............................. 11
Fuel.......................................................... 11
Oil............................................................ 11
Spark Plugs ............................................. 11
Valve Clearance....................................... 11
Keyway Shaft........................................... 11
Dimensions ............................................. 12
Parts Diagram ......................................... 13
Parts List ................................................. 14

Troubleshooting ............................. 17
Warranty ........................................ 18

Warranty Qualifications .........................18
Repair/Replacement Warranty ..............18
Do not return the unit to the place of 
purchase ..................................................18
Warranty Exclusions...............................18

Normal Wear.......................................18
Installation, Use and Maintenance.....18
Other Exclusions .................................18

Limits of Implied Warranty and 
Consequential Damage ...........................18
Contact Information ............................... 19

Address................................................ 19
Customer Service ................................ 19
Technical Service................................. 19

Notes ..............................................20

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Summary of Contents for C46565

Page 1: ...ustments 9 Maintenance Schedule 9 Storage 10 Engine Storage 10 Specifications 11 Engine Specifications 11 Fuel 11 Oil 11 Spark Plugs 11 Valve Clearance 11 Keyway Shaft 11 Dimensions 12 Parts Diagram 13 Parts List 14 Troubleshooting 17 Warranty 18 Warranty Qualifications 18 Repair Replacement Warranty 18 Do not return the unit to the place of purchase 18 Warranty Exclusions 18 Normal Wear 18 Instal...

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Page 3: ...ent manufactures and sells accessories designed to help you get the most from your purchase To find out more please visit our web site at www championpowerequipment com This Booklet Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information in this manual We reserve the right to change alter and or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice Re...

Page 4: ...ous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardou...

Page 5: ...ds feet hair clothing and or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jewelry Operate equipment with guards in place DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught WARNING Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock When servicing the engine Disconnect the s...

Page 6: ...vel ground When transporting or servicing the engine Make certain that the fuel shutoff valve is in the off position and the fuel tank is empty Disconnect the spark plug wire When storing the engine Store away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition WARNING Rapid retraction of the starter cord will pull hand and arm towards the engine faster than you can let go Unin...

Page 7: ...uel tank 3 Spark Plug long neck 4 Choke Used to start the engine 5 Fuel Valve Lever Turn this valve to the On position to supply fuel to the engine 6 Starter Grip rubber comfort grip for recoil starter 7 Recoil Starter Used to start the engine 8 Air Cleaner Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 9 Oil Drain Plug Used to drain the oil 10 Oil Filler Cap Check and fill e...

Page 8: ...p dipstick 4 Check engine oil level daily and add as needed CAUTION The engine is equipped with a low oil shutoff and the will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the threshold level NOTE Check oil often during the break in period Refer to the Maintenance section for recommended service intervals Add Fuel 1 Use clean fresh regular unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating of 85 2...

Page 9: ... 4 Move the choke lever to the Choke position 5 Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 6 As engine warms up move the choke lever to Run NOTE If the engine starts but does not run make certain that it is on a flat level surface The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical thresho...

Page 10: ...drain plug 4 Remove oil fill cap dipstick to add oil 5 Add 0 63 qt 0 6 L of oil and replace oil fill cap dipstick 6 Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management facility Spark Plugs 1 Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug 2 Use the spark plug tool that shipped with your engine to remove the plug 3 Inspect the electrode on the plug It must be clean and not worn to produce the spark...

Page 11: ...the engine Adjustments The air fuel mixture is not adjustable CPE recommends that you contact our service line at 877 338 0999 for all other service and or adjustment needs Maintenance Schedule Follow the service intervals indicated in the schedule below Service your engine more frequently when operating in adverse conditions Contact our help line at 877 338 0999 to locate the nearest Champion Pow...

Page 12: ...o cool completely before storage 2 Clean the engine according to the instructions in the Maintenance section 3 Drain all fuel completely from the fuel line and carburetor to prevent gum from forming 4 Add a fuel stabilizer into the fuel tank 5 Change the oil 6 Remove the spark plug and pour about ounce of oil into the cylinder Crank the engine slowly to distribute the oil and lubricate the cylinde...

Page 13: ...el Capacity 0 97 gallons 3 7 L Weight 37 5 lbs 17 kg Height 13 4 inches 34 cm Width 14 4 inches 36 5 cm Length 12 6 inches 32 cm Fuel Fuel capacity is 0 97 US gallons 3 7 L Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Oil Oil capacity is 0 63 qt 0 6 L Spark Plugs Your engine comes equipped with a long reach plug 14mm Intermittent use less than 1 hour month or colder temperature...

Page 14: ...Specifications 12 Dimensions C46565 2 07 1 0126 ...

Page 15: ...Specifications 13 Parts Diagram C46565 2 07 1 0126 ...

Page 16: ...3 Recoil Starter Spring 1 21 ST160F 106 0004 Recoil Starter Rope 1 22 ST160F 106 0005 Recoil Starter Reel 1 23 ST160F 106 0006 Return Spring 2 24 ST160F 106 0007 Starter Ratchet 2 25 ST160F 106 0008 Ratchet Guide 1 26 ST160F 106 0009 Setting Screw 1 27 ST168F 112 0001 Ignition Switch 1 28 ST168F 106 0010 Fan Cover 1 29 ST160F 106 0011 Nut M14 1 30 ST160F 106 0012 Start Hub 1 31 ST168F 106 0013 Coo...

Page 17: ...2 66 GB5789 FB8 55 Flange bolt 8 55 4 67 ST160F 107 0014 Carburetor Washer 1 68 ST168F 107 0015 Choke Lever 1 69 ST168F 2 1130005N Carburetor Assembly 1 70 ST160F 107 0017 Carburetor Packing 1 71 ST168F 107 0018 Carburetor Insulator 1 72 ST168F 107 0019 Insulator Packing 1 73 ST160F 104 0001 Stud Bolt 6 113 2 74 ST160F 104 0002 Breather Tube 1 75 ST160F 104 0003 000100 Rocker Arm Cover 1 76 ST160F...

Page 18: ...004 Stud Bolt 2 102 ST168F 104 0017 Shroud 1 103A ST168F 105 0011 First Ring Chrome 1 103B ST168F 105 0012 Second Ring Black 1 103C ST168F 105 0013 Oil Ring Set 1 104 ST168F 2 105 0014 Piston 1 105 ST168F 105 0015 Piston Pin Clip 2 106 ST168F 105 0016 Piston Pin 1 107 ST168F 105 0017 Connecting Rod 1 108 ST168F 104 0018 Tappet Lock Nut 2 109 ST168F 104 0019 Exhaust Rocker Arm 1 110 ST168F 104 0020...

Page 19: ...the wrong position Adjust choke Engine will not start Engine starts but runs roughly Spark plug wire loose Attach wire to spark plug Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Engine shuts down during operation Low oil level Fill crankcase to the proper level Place engine on a flat level surface Engine cannot supply enough power or overheating Insufficient ventilation Check for air restriction Move to a well vent...

Page 20: ...d repair facility will not be covered by this warranty Warranty Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following repairs and equipment Normal Wear Engines need periodic parts and service to perform well This warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment as a whole Installation Use and Maintenance This warranty will not apply to parts and or l...

Page 21: ...titled to that are not listed within this warranty Contact Information Address Champion Power Equipment Inc Customer Service 10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Customer Service Mon Fri 8 30 AM 5 00 PM PST PDT Toll Free 1 877 338 0999 Fax no 1 562 236 9429 Technical Service Mon Fri 8 30 AM 5 00 PM PST PDT Toll Free 1 877 338 0999 tech championpowerequipment com C46565 2 07 1 0126 ...

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