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If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools Customer Service 

Department at 1-800-444-3353.

Harbor Freight Tools Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions

1.  Length of Coverage

HFT warrants to a first retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship that 

cause the failure of warranted parts for a period of two (2) years after the date of delivery to the first retail purchaser.

2.  No Charge Repair or Replacement

Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner if the work is performed through a warranty station 

authorized by HFT.  For emissions warranty service, contact the HFT Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-3353.

3.  Consequential Damages Coverage

Coverage under this warranty shall also extend to the failure of any engine components caused by the failure of any warranted part while it is 

still covered under this warranty.

4.  Coverage Exclusions

Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provisions of the HFT warranty policy explained in the box at the top of the previous page.  

HFT shall not be liable for any loss of use of the engine, for any alternative usage, for any damage to goods, loss of time, or inconvenience.  War-

ranty coverage shall also be excluded for any part which fails, malfunctions, or is damaged due to failure to follow the maintenance and operating 

instructions set forth in the Owner’s Manual including, but not limited to:
a)  Use of 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 recommendations on fuel use contained in the Owner’s Manual
d)  Improper or inadequate maintenance of any warranted parts
e)  Repairs performed outside of the authorized warranty service dealers
f) 

Alterations by changing, adding to or removing parts from the engine.

5.  Service and Maintenance

Component parts which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or are scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect 

of “repair or replace as necessary” are warranted for the warranty period. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required 

maintenance is warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part.  Any replacement part, provided it is 

equivalent in durability and performance, may be used in performance of maintenance or repairs.  The owner is responsible for commissioning a 

qualified technician/mechanic to perform all required maintenance, as outlined in the Inspection, Cleaning, and Maintenance section in this manual.

6.  Warranted Parts

1)  Fuel Metering System

i) 

Carburetor and its internal parts.

ii)  Fuel pump (if so equipped).
iii)  Cold start enrichment system.

2)  Air Induction System

i) 

Intake pipe/manifold.

ii)  Air cleaner.

3)  Ignition System

i) 

Spark plug.

ii)  Magneto ignition system.

4)  Catalyst System (if so equipped)

i) 

Exhaust pipe stud.

ii)  Muffler.
iii)  Catalytic converter (if so equipped).

5)  Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems

i) 

Vacuum, temperature and time sensitive valves and switches.

ii)  Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd.  •  PO Box 6009  •  Camarillo, CA 93011  •  (800) 444-3353

Summary of Contents for 69671

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Page 2: ...wed including the following Set up Precautions 1 Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable and potentially explosive Use proper fuel storage and handling procedures Do not store fuel or other flammable ma...

Page 3: ...from the equipment especially while it is operating 6 Keep all spectators at least six feet from the Engine during operation 7 Fire Hazard Do not fill gas tank while engine is running Do not operate i...

Page 4: ...28 Keep grounded conductive objects such as tools away from exposed live electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing These events could ignite fumes or vapors 29 Stay alert watch what...

Page 5: ...speed 6 Wear ANSI approved safety goggles heavy duty work gloves and dust mask respirator during service 7 Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment These carry important information If unreadab...

Page 6: ...allons 23L Engine Oil Type SAE 10W 30 above 32 F 5W 30 at 32 F or below Capacity 1 16 Quart 1 1L Run Time 50 load 12 hr Operational Volume 76 dB Available accessories Wheel kit sold separately Item 69...

Page 7: ...Connect tools and equipment only to the Receptacle 120 volt or 240 volt that is compatible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the tools and equipment being used 3 ON OFF Circ...

Page 8: ...electronic equipment includes but is not limited to audio video equipment some television sets computers and printers Sensitive electronic equipment should be operated on approved inverter type gener...

Page 9: ...threading it in and remove it to check the oil level The oil level should be up to the full level as shown above 5 If the oil level is at or below the low mark add the appropriate type of oil until t...

Page 10: ...trical load 3 Plug in products 4 When finished using the Generator disconnect all electrical loads Note Do not allow generator to run out of fuel with loads attached 5 Turn off the Engine 6 Allow the...

Page 11: ...ow the engine to run at no load for five minutes with no load after each start up so that the engine can stabilize For MANUAL START A Turn the Engine Switch to ON B Grip the Starter Handle of the Engi...

Page 12: ...first b Connect inductive load appliances tools and equipment next Inductive loads are small hand tools and some small appliances c Connect any lights next d Voltage sensitive appliances tools and eq...

Page 13: ...ct watts needed To Calculate Wattage Volts and amps can be multiplied together to get watts volts x amps watts To Calculate Additional Start Up Watts If They Are Not Listed For equipment with a motor...

Page 14: ...ping the Engine in an Emergency 1 To stop the engine in an emergency turn the Engine Switch off NOTICE Generator shut off under load may damage the generator and attached equipment Stopping the Engine...

Page 15: ...ity to safely service the equipment or engine have a qualified technician service the equipment instead Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a gene...

Page 16: ...e engine is stopped and is level 2 Close the Fuel Valve 3 Place a drain pan not included underneath the crankcase s drain plug 4 Remove the drain plug and if possible tilt the crankcase slightly to he...

Page 17: ...ally enter the engine and cause rust damage Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all metal parts 2 FUEL WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FIRE Drain the fuel tank in a well ventilated area...

Page 18: ...oke to RUN position Remove spark plug and pull the start handle several times to air out the chamber Reinstall spark plug and set Choke to CHOKE position 9 Replace Fuel Filter IGNITION SPARK RELATED 1...

Page 19: ...ine to warm up prior to operating equipment Engine knocks 1 Old or low quality gasoline 2 Engine overloaded 3 Incorrect spark timing deposit buildup worn engine or other mechanical problems 1 Fill fue...

Page 20: ...tor Carburetor 1 55 Packing Insulator 1 56 Carburetor Assy 1 57 Packing Air Cleaner 1 58 Nut Flange 2 59 Air Cleaner Assy 1 60 Element Air Cleaner Assy 1 61 Clip Harness 1 62 Grommet Cord 1 63 Holder...

Page 21: ...e M6 25 4 116 Washer 6 25 2 4 117 Collar Tank Cushion 4 118 Rubber Fuel Cushion 4 119 Alternator 1 120 Brush Assy 1 121 Housing Rr 1 122 Bolt Flange 4 123 Bolt Flange 2 124 Washer 1 125 Bolt Flange 7...

Page 22: ...uestions please call 1 800 444 3353 For Engine technical questions please call 1 800 520 0882 Item 69671 69677 SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP Assembly Diagram Note Parts 146 148 and 153 154 are on...

Page 23: ...em on your engine for the periods of time described below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your engine Your emission control system may include parts such as the car...

Page 24: ...arts 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 recommend...

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