LIFAN	 Power USA LF160F Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 2

   

LIFAN   Power   USA   

2205   Industrial   Park   Road   

Van   Buren,   AR   72956   

866-­‐471-­‐7464   

www.lifanpowerusa.com   

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PLEASE   READ   THE   

FOLLOWING   INSTRUCTIONS!   

   

1.

 

Unit   Shipped   with   “NO   OIL”   in   Engine   or   where   applicable   pumps   and/or   

accessories.      Check   and   fill   with   proper   oil   as   outlined   in   the   Owner’s   Manual   for   

the   respective   product.   

   

   

2.

 

For   repair   under   Warranty   or   questions   concerning   Warranty,   DO   NOT   return   

this   product   to   the   Store   where   purchased.      Follow   the   procedures   as   outlined   in   

the   “WARRANTY   POLICY”   and   “WARRANTY   REGISTRATION”   in   the   Owner’s   
Manual.         For   any   questions   visit   www.lifanpowerusa.com   or   call   1-­‐866-­‐471-­‐

7464.   

   

   

3.

 

Read   the   “Owner’s   Manual”   prior   to   operating   any   equipment   and   familiarize   

yourself   with   the   proper   and   safe   operation   of   the   equipment.      If   you   have   any   

questions   visit   www.lifanpowerusa.com   or   call   1-­‐866-­‐471-­‐7464.   

   

   

   

This   Owner’s   Manual   is   for   the   Following   Models:

   

   

   

   

   

LF160F   

LF168F   

LF168F-­‐2   

LF170   

(Q)   Indicates   this   Engine   has   a   Keyway   Horizontal   Output   Shaft   
(P)   or   )T)   or   (W)   Indicates   this   Engine   has   a   Threaded   Horizontal   Output   Shaft   
(13111)   Indicates   this   Engine   has   a   Tapered   Horizontal   Output   Shaft   
(R)   Indicates   this   Engine   has   a   2:1   Clutch   Reducer   
(H)   Indicates   this   Engine   has   a   6:1   Gear   Reducer   
(-­‐CA)   Indicates   this   unit   is   CARB   Certified   for   California   

Summary of Contents for LF160F

Page 1: ...E Q Indicates this Engine has a Keyway Horizontal Output Shaft P or T or W Indicates this Engine has a Threaded Horizontal Output Shaft 13111 Indicates this Engine has a Tapered Horizontal Output Shaf...

Page 2: ...er s Manual For any questions visit www lifanpowerusa com or call 1 866 471 7464 3 Read the Owner s Manual prior to operating any equipment and familiarize yourself with the proper and safe operation...

Page 3: ...usa com 3 Table of Contents Preface 4 Product Specifications 5 Safety Instructions 6 Controls and Features 10 PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12 Assembly 12 Engine Setup 13 Operation of Engine 16 Storing t...

Page 4: ...ules and tips to prolong the life and effective use of your unit If you require assistance please visit our website www lifanpowerusa com or call toll free 866 471 7464 This Owner s Manual contains in...

Page 5: ...er Only Threaded9 T9Models 9Diameter Special Order Only Special Order Only 5 8 in 18x1 25 Thread Special Order Only Threaded9 W9Models 9Diameter Special Order Only Special Order Only 20 mm Special Ord...

Page 6: ...athing carbon monoxide can cause nausea or death ONLY operate engine outdoors Exhaust gas must be prevented from entering confined areas Direct exhaust gas away from windows doors ventilation and othe...

Page 7: ...nk outdoors Do not excessively inhale fuel vapors Keep away from open flames or sparks and other sources of ignition Do NOT smoke while filling fuel tank Do NOT overfill tank Allow space for fuel expa...

Page 8: ...e to cool before touching Keep at least 6 ft 183cm clearance on all sides of engine including overhead clear Reflective exhaust heat may damage fuel tank causing fire Code of Federal Regulation CFR Ti...

Page 9: ...Use engine only for appropriate and designated purposes The dealer or customer helpline 1 866 471 7464 can instruct you on intended uses Engine must be placed on a level surface Do NOT expose Engine t...

Page 10: ...10 Controls and Features Read this Owner s Manual Completely and Carefully before Operating Engine Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Tank Recoil Starting Handle Fuel Cock Valve Throttle Lever Choke Lever Carburetor...

Page 11: ...on Push toward Turtle for SLOW operation 6 Choke Lever Before starting cold engine push the Choke Lever to the LEFT to activate choke After allowing engine to operate for a few seconds push Choke Leve...

Page 12: ...sit our website www lifanpowerusa com or call 1 866 471 7464 between the hours of 9am 5pm Monday Friday BOX CONTENT Engine Owner s Manual and Warranty Card UNPACKING THE ENGINE 1 Set the Carton on a F...

Page 13: ...re and void warranty ADD ENGINE OIL Refer to the diagrams below 1 Ensure engine is on level surface 2 Clean area around Oil Hole Dipstick Plug Unscrew Oil Hole Dipstick Plug 3 Fill with appropriate ty...

Page 14: ...h a fuel stabilizer or drained if the generator will not be started for thirty 30 days If using a fuel stabilizer follow the manufacture s recommended instructions for use Always use stabilizer with a...

Page 15: ...2956 866 471 7464 www lifanpowerusa com 15 Pre Operating Instructions Engine Setup continued CHECK AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Refer to Air Cleaner Maintenance in the Maintenance section of this Owner s Manua...

Page 16: ...de any enclosed or roofed areas This includes the generator compartment of any recreational vehicle RV STARTING THE ENGINE Refer to the Controls and Features section 1 Make sure the engine is in a lev...

Page 17: ...the engine does NOT start repeat procedures beginning with Step One 1 6 Once the engine runs for 3 5 seconds push the Choke Lever to the RUN position designated by the gas pump icon NOTE all models I...

Page 18: ...with high altitude the standard carburetor produces overly dense combinations of fuel and air which result in decreased engine performance and increased fuel consumption To maintain high engine perfo...

Page 19: ...s in this Owner s Manual s Maintenance section Do NOT re fill with oil until ready to use again 5 Remove the Spark Plug in accordance with the Spark Plug Maintenance in the Owner s Manual s Maintenanc...

Page 20: ...ment Product Check your engine oil level prior to each use 1 Start your engine and let it warm up to get the oil warm and thinner Turn the engine On OFF switch to the OFF position Turn Fuel Valve to t...

Page 21: ...L MUST BE CHANGED ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR PROPER OPERATION AND RELIABILITY AND TO ALSO MAINTAIN THE WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE 1 Remove the clip item 9 in Air Cleaner A below or t...

Page 22: ...ENANCE NOTE Periodically you can get sediment or trash in your Carburetor Bowl Use the following procedures to clean 1 Turn the fuel cock valve to the OFF Position 2 Remove the carburetor bowl by remo...

Page 23: ...npowerusa com 23 Maintenance continued FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE continued diagram below and either clean or replace the fuel filter element Re assemble the fuel filter element refer to Fuel Filter Elem...

Page 24: ...If needed clean or replace the spark plug Refer to Spark Plug Maintenance in the Maintenance section of the Owner s Manual for proper procedure 5 If your unit will still NOT start after performing th...

Page 25: ...refueling the power equipment never smoke or refuel near any flame or ignition devices Never refuel while the unit is running If during the refueling process some fuel is spilled always completely cl...

Page 26: ...LC will repair or replace at its option any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal usage Repairs and or replacement will be made without charge for parts or labor...

Page 27: ...ed on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation The copyright o...

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