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Using an engine indoors 

CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.  

This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

NEVER use inside 

a home or garage, 

EVEN IF doors and 

windows are open.

Only use OUTSIDE 

and far away from 

windows, doors, 

and vents.

REV 14g

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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Page 1: ...iagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and unda...

Page 2: ...with fluid Engine Specifications Displacement 212cc Engine Type Horizontal Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Meets EPA phase III emissions standards Cooling System Forced air cooled Fuel Type 87 octane unl...

Page 3: ...NSI approved full face shield WARNING marking concerning Risk of Hearing Loss Wear hearing protection WARNING marking concerning Risk of Foot Injury Wear steel toe work boots Symbol Property or Statem...

Page 4: ...ure fluid can be forced under the skin resulting in serious injury Inspect hydraulic lines for leakage before use do not use if leaks found 7 Do not split wood containing foreign objects nails for exa...

Page 5: ...chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 35 When spills of fuel or oil occur they must be cl...

Page 6: ...is running or hot 3 Do not fill fuel tank to the top Leave a little room for the fuel to expand as needed TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE AND FIRE HAZARD do not fill fuel above the bottom of fuel strainer Max...

Page 7: ...el Assembly a Pack grease into the center of one Wheel s 48 hub from both sides b Slide the Wheel onto an axle on the Fluid Tank c Place a Washer 47 then a Castle Nut 46 onto the axle d Tighten the Ca...

Page 8: ...Clamp 57 over the Return Hose 56 c Slip the Return Hose over the Fluid Connector 17 d Slide the Hose Clamp over the connection and tighten its screw to secure it in place e Attach an O Ring 34 to the...

Page 9: ...Turn off the engine 2 Close the fuel valve 3 Place a bowl under the fuel cup to catch any spilled fuel CAUTION Carburetor bowl may have gas in it which will leak upon removing the bolt 4 Unthread the...

Page 10: ...ay create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation A spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention require...

Page 11: ...engine is stopped and is level 2 Close the Fuel Valve 3 Clean the top of the Dipstick and the area around it Remove the Dipstick by threading it counterclockwise and wipe it off with a clean lint free...

Page 12: ...lug from the Fluid Tank c Check the hydraulic fluid level using the dipstick attached to the Fluid Fill Plug d Add sufficient fluid not included as needed to bring up to full level Refer to the Specif...

Page 13: ...y until resistance is felt Allow Cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly Repeat until the engine starts Note Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the engine Hold it as it recoils so...

Page 14: ...en the Log Cradles Place one end of log against the end plate 6 The log must be stable so that it will split properly Hold the top of the log at its center if safe to do so Release log once Cutting We...

Page 15: ...2 Under normal conditions use the following procedure a Slide the Throttle or Speed Control Lever to SLOW the turtle b Turn the Engine Switch off c Close the Fuel Valve d Stay clear of Cutting Wedge w...

Page 16: ...towing in the towing vehicle manufacturer s manual Support Leg locked in towing position Lock Pin 16 Horizontal Transport Hole Support Leg 14 Figure B Preparation for Towing Tire Care Checking Tire Pr...

Page 17: ...original tires Look at the Tire and Loading Information Placard the Specifications Chart in this manual or the sidewall of the tire being replaced If you have any doubt about selecting the correct si...

Page 18: ...ent will differ depending on factors such as duty cycle temperature air quality fuel quality and other factors Note The following procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance expla...

Page 19: ...tank in a well ventilated area away from ignition sources If the engine is hot from use shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel Do not smoke 1 Clean the Fuel Cap and the area ar...

Page 20: ...will be permanently damaged Spark Plug Maintenance Spark Plug Cap 1 Disconnect spark plug cap from end of plug Clean out debris from around spark plug 2 Using a spark plug wrench remove the spark plu...

Page 21: ...the carburetor Drain Plug Sediment Cup some engines b Remove the drain bolt from the bottom of the carburetor bowl and allow the fuel to drain c Remove the small sediment cup next to the bowl and all...

Page 22: ...ition 9 Replace Fuel Filter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1 Spark plug cap not connected securely 2 Spark plug electrode wet or dirty 3 Incorrect spark plug gap 4 Spark plug cap broken 5 Incorrect spark timi...

Page 23: ...weather fuel and oil additives to prevent backfiring 3 Have qualified technician diagnose and service engine 4 Check engine timing Wood will not split or splits extremely slowly 1 Hydraulic fluid lev...

Page 24: ...he emissions control system warranty on your 2013 and later Small Off Road Engine herein engine Within the United States new off road spark ignition engines certified for model year 2013 and later mus...

Page 25: ...parts which are not authorized by HFT b Improper installation adjustment or repair of the engine or of any warranted part unless performed by an authorized warranty center c Failure to follow recomme...

Page 26: ...NTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUT...

Page 27: ...fety Operation Maintenance Setup Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustratio...

Page 28: ...9 Flat Washer 8 16 30 Bolt M8x16 3 31 Mounting Plate 1 32 Control Valve 1 33 Connector NPT 3 4 7 8 1 34 O Ring 8 35 Hydraulic Hose Fluid Tank 1 36 Connector NPT 1 2 7 8 1 37 Connector NPT 3 4 7 8 1 Pa...

Page 29: ...A B G E D C C B A F G J D E J 10 2 1 4 3 4 3 4 3 7 9 49 42 20 21 73 39 25 22 34 34 38 34 34 44 74 46 47 48 68 4 3 2 66 65 64 55 57 56 57 52 53 54 41 23 48 47 46 74 44 60 69 45 35 34 36 40 38 12 63 58...

Page 30: ...45 Rotator Valve 1 46 Guide Seal 1 47 Tappet Valve 2 48 Lifter Valve 2 49 Plate Subassembly Lifter Stopper 1 50 Bolt Valve Adjusting 2 51 Rocker Valve 2 Part Description Qty 52 Nut Valve Adjusting 2...

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