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CARBURETOR:
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your
nearest AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET.
ENGINE SPEED:
NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH
IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.
OVER SPEEDING ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY
HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS.
CHANGING OF ENGINE GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID
ENGINE WARRANTY.
REMOTE CHOKE:
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
STORAGE
ADJUSTMENTS
For engine adjustments and/or repairs not covered in this
“OWNER’S MANUAL” see “WARRANTY & REPAIR” on Page 8.
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NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS
OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS,
WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME,
SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER
HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE.
IF ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE,
PREPARE AS FOLLOWS:
DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to
prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and
causing possible malfunction of engine.
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL.
DO NOT SMOKE.
B. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops
due to lack of fuel.
NOTE:
If “Gasohol” has been used, complete above
instructions and then put 1/2 pint of gasoline
properly mixed with oil per FUEL MIX CHART on
Page 1 into fuel tank and repeat above
instructions.
NOTE:
Tecumseh Gasoline Stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to
gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow mix ration found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor.
CYLINDER BORE:
A. Pull starter handle slowly until resistance is felt due to
compression pressure, then stop.
B. Release starter tension slowly to prevent engine from
reversing due to compression pressure. The position
will close both the intake and exhaust ports to prevent
corrosion of the piston and cylinder bore.
CLEAN ENGINE:
Remove any clippings, dirt, or chaff from exterior of engine.
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DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST CONDITIONS.
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MAINTENANCE (continued)
MUFFLER AND CYLINDER EXHAUST PORTS:
The muffler and cylinder exhaust ports require cleaning
after every 75 - 100 hours of operation. For this
maintenance procedure we recommend that you take
your engine to your Authorized Tecumseh Dealer.
CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT OFTEN FOR LOOSE
NUTS, BOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS AND KEEP THESE
ITEMS TIGHTENED.
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GAS CAPS
During normal use, the gas caps of some power augers
will develop a leaking gasket. This is caused by either
over tightening the ventilation screw or just repeated use
and normal wear. If you experience problems please
follow these instructions.
1. Remove the old gas cap
from the gas tank.
2. Replace old gas cap with
replacement gas cap
(PN 410285) available
from StrikeMaster.
PN 410285
