1P64FJV
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for selecting this engine. Before operating this engine, please
read and understand this Owner’s Manual. Failure to follow instructions in
Page 1: ...1P64FJV Owner s Manual Thank you for selecting this engine Before operating this engine please read and understand this Owner s Manual Failure to follow instructions in ...
Page 2: ...u to special instruction about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly Observe them carefully DANGER Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious personal injuries or deaths WARNING Failure to obey a safety warning could result in serious personal injuries or deaths CAUTION Failure to obey a safety warning may result in minor or moderate injur...
Page 3: ...ea outdoors If gasoline spilled wipe it up and let it dry completely before staring the engine Keep gasoline away from sparks open flames heat and other ignition Don t overfill Fuel tank The Fuel level should be always be one inch below the lowest position of the Fuel tank neck or half full Always tighten the fuel tank cap firmly WHEN OPERATING Before starting engine make sure spark plug muffler f...
Page 4: ... feet away from engine rotating parts Don t wear loose clothing jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair above shoulder level Wear safety glasses and ear hearing protection when operating engine Do not smoke This engine is equipped with a mandated mechanism which stops the engine Do not interfere with or bypass this mechanism Parts of the mechanism may be subject to wear and must be ...
Page 5: ...er s manual for the proper type of oil Push primer bulb fully and slowly 3 times Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder You may get burned These parts get extremely hot from operation When turned off they remain hot for a short time Allow to cool before touching Engines emit carbon monoxide Do NOT run in enclosed area Gasoline is flammable Allow engine to cool before refueling 4 ...
Page 6: ...quality detergent oil classified For service SF SG SH SJ or higher SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE Do not use special additives 5 ...
Page 7: ... cloth b Replace dipstick and do NOT screw it Remove and check oil level c Oil level should be at upper limit mark on dipstick If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick add oil slowly and recheck until oil level reaches upper limit of dipstick Do not overfill d Replace and tighten dipstick WARNING Using dirty oil or incorrect type of oil such as two stroke engine oil w...
Page 8: ...explode under certain conditions Turn engine OFF and let engine cool before removing gas tank cap Never add fuel to engine indoors Add fuel only in well ventilated place Keep gasoline from sparks open flames heat and other ignition sources Don t overfill fuel The fuel level should be always 1 inch below the lowest position of the fuel tank neck Wipe away any fuel spillage from engine and unit befo...
Page 9: ...uel a Remove fuel tank cap b Place spout of gasoline container into the fill hole on the fuel tank and fill tank Do not over fill c Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled d Reinstall the fuel tank cap 8 ...
Page 10: ...by areas may exceed 150ºF 66 Avoid these areas 1 Set the engine control to the CHOKE position 2 Turn the fuel tap to the ON position 3 Start engine Grasp rope handle Pull slowly until you can feel drag against you and then pull rapidly 4 When engine has warmed up for a short time move the engine control lever to the desired speed position for cutting CAUTION Don t release rope handle suddenly and ...
Page 11: ...hown by arrow engine can stop Stop position Trigger 2 After engine is stopped Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach on open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes drier or other gas appliance 10 ...
Page 12: ...ne and unit often for loose nuts bolts and attachments and keep tightened Use only genuine replacement engine parts Other parts may not perform as well may damage the engine and may result in injury In addition use of other parts may void your warranty rights Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the engine Please follow the instructions and schedules indicated be...
Page 13: ...ine has stopped and cooled slightly b Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and keep spark plug wire away from spark plug c Place 12mm inside diameter tube onto outlet of above deck oil change tap d Push and turn tap to allow oil to flow e Ensure oil is drained into a suitable container for proper disposal f Place engine on level area Remove dipstick Add about 0 38 liter new recommended oil slowl...
Page 14: ...enance of air cleaner will help to improve engine performance and reduce emissions WARNING Never clean air filter with gasoline or an easily ignited solvent It may cause explosion CAUTION Operating the engine without an air filter or with a damaged air filter will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor To replace high intake p...
Page 15: ...spark plug wrench b Inspect the spark plug visually If spark plug is worn dirtyor has cracks replace it with the recommended type and heat range c The correct gap is 0 70 to 0 80 mm 0 028 to 0 031 in d Install the spark plug e Tighten to 20 30N m 180 260 lb in WARNING Improperly tighten spark plug may result in engine extremely hot that will damage engine 14 ...
Page 16: ...ion oil see Page 12 4 Remove spark plug pour one soupspoon of fresh engine oil into cylinder Reinstall spark plug but do not attach spark plug wire Pull starter rope slowly several times to distribute the oil in the engine 5 Slowly pull starter rope until feels force against you Stop pulling At that point valves are closed that will prevent dust and rust from entering cylinder H Specificationsm Mo...
