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OHV GAS ENGINE - HORIZONTAL

MOdEL 9

9856

 - 13 HP

MOdEL 96154 - 11 HP

ASSEMbLy ANd OPERATION INSTRucTIONS

IMPORTANT!

your Warranty is 

voided if:

You do not put 

Engine oil in the 

Engine’s crankcase 

prior to its first use.

Never run the Engine 

with low or no oil.

Running the Engine 

with low or no oil will 

permanently damage 

the Engine.

Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools.

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com

TO PREVENT SERIOuS INjuRy, REAd ANd uNdERSTANd 

ALL WARNINGS ANd INSTRucTIONS bEfORE uSE.

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 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools

®

.  All rights reserved.  No portion of this 

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Summary of Contents for 96154

Page 1: ...t may differ slightly from the product described herein Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com To prevent serious injury read and understand all warnings and instructions before use Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein ma...

Page 2: ...t Spark Plug Type NGK BR 6HS Champion RL86C NGK BR 6HS Champion RL86C Air Cleaner Type Semi Dry Semi Dry Engine Approvals 2008 U S E P A Phase II 2008 California Emissions Regulations 2008 U S E P A Phase II Weight 68 3 Lb 68 3 Lb IMPORTANT This product requires oil and fuel to be added before starting Attempting to start the Engine without oil WILL ruin the Engine and void the warranty NOTE The E...

Page 3: ... when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating the Engine may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving part...

Page 4: ...model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Service Engine service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing the Engine use only identical replacement parts Follow instruc tions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section...

Page 5: ...ic gas that when inhaled can cause serious personal injury or death Whenever possible use a carbon monoxide detector not included to detect excessive carbon monoxide fumes in the work area and in the surrounding area Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable and potentially explosive Use proper fuel storage and handling procedures Always have multiple ABC class fire extinguish ers nearby Keep the Engi...

Page 6: ...f fuel is swallowed For skin contact immediately wash with soap and water For eye contact immediately flush eyes with clean water NOISE PRECAUTION Prolonged exposure to high noise levels is hazardous to hearing Always wear ANSI approved hearing protection when operating or working around the Engine when it is running MISC PRECAUTION WARNING The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual can...

Page 7: ...ing holes of the Engine with the mounting holes in the power equipment unit NOTE There are different patterns of mounting holes available Use the mounting holes that best match the ones on the power equipment unit See Figure A Use hardened steel Bolts Washers Lock Washers and Nuts not included of the appropriate diameter and length to secure the Engine to the power equipment unit See Figure A CAUT...

Page 8: ... PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Make sure the Engine s Crankcase is filled with approximately 37 ounces of 10 30W automotive oil Also make sure the Engine s Fuel Tank is filled with approximately 1 1 2 gallon of unleaded gasoline before attempting to start the Engine Failure to do so WILL damage the Engine and void the Warranty Before adding oil check to make sure the Drain Plug 2 page 13 is tight Uns...

Page 9: ... the power equipment unit s transmission if applicable is in its NEUTRAL or PARK position before attempting to start the Engine FIGURE D FUEL LEVER CHOKE THROTTLE 7 PAGE 23 To start the Engine turn the Fuel Lever to its OPEN position Turn the Choke to its START position Then turn the Throttle to the RIGHT to its SLOW position See Fig D Note If the Engine is already hot keep the Choke in the RUN po...

Page 10: ...Handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt Allow the Handle to retract slowly Then pull the Handle with a rapid full arm stroke Allow the Handle to retract slowly If necessary repeat this procedure until the Engine starts Once the Engine starts turn the Choke to its RUN position Then adjust the Throttle to the RIGHT 7 page 23 to the the speed RPM you desire See Fig ure D IMPORTANT Allow the E...

Page 11: ...ely and have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment Follow all maintenance procedures as outlined in the Engine Maintenance Schedule below at the specified intervals See Figure G After each use remove all debris from the Engine with a soft brush cloth vacuum or with compressed air Do not use solvents Do not allow water to enter the inter nal workings of the Engine Wh...

Page 12: ...e Fuel line clogged Air filter clogged Fuel contaminated Faulty ignition system Battery low or defective 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Add fuel or oil Turn ignition switch to ON position Clean or replace spark plug Properly adjust choke Turn fuel lever to OPEN position Remove load from Engine Attach wire to spark plug Clean fuel line and filter Clean air filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor bowl Ref...

Page 13: ...1 4 Seal 1 11 Nut M10 1 5 Diode 1 12 O Ring 1 6 Crankcase 1 13 Bolt M6x14 2 7 Oil Seal Regulating Sway Bar 1 14 Oil Sensor 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are...

Page 14: ...e part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located at the top of this page a b c Part Description Q ty Part Description Q ty 1 Oil Plug with Seal 1 11 Washer 2 2 Oil Plug 1 12 Sliding Sleeve 1 3 Seal 1 13 Gasket Crankcase 1 4 Crankcase Cover 1 14 Set Pin 8x12 2 5 Washer Drive Gear 1 15 Dipstick 1 6 Drive Gear Regulator 1 16 Dipstick with Seal 1 7 Pin 2 17 Bearing 620...

Page 15: ... 15 Cylinder Head Assy 1 6 Gasket Cylinder Head Cover 1 16 Spark Plug F7RTCU 1 7 Bolt 4 17 Stud M8x48 5 2 8 Circlip 1 18 Air Duct 1 9 Exhaust Valve Guide 1 19 Seal 1 10 Intake Valve Guide 1 20 Bolt M6x12 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed ...

Page 16: ...1 16 Crankshaft 1 6 Piston Pin Circlip 2 17 Drive Gear 1 7 Piston 1 18 Timing Gear 1 8 Piston Pin 1 19 Piston Ring Set Kit 1 9 Shank 1 20 Connecting Rod Assy 1 10 Bearing Cap 1 21 Crankshaft Assy 1 11 Bolt 2 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER liste...

Page 17: ...p 2 13 Valve Spring 2 5 Pusher Guide 1 14 Spring Keeper 1 6 Push Rods 2 15 Spring Keeper 1 7 Valve Tappets 2 16 Seal 1 8 Extension Spring 1 17 Valve Rocker Assy 2 9 Camshaft Assy 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part d...

Page 18: ...3 Throttle Unit 1 9 Float Chamber Gasket 1 24 Spring Mixture Adjustment Screw 1 10 Float Chamber 1 25 Mixture Adjustment Screw 1 11 Washer 2 26 Choke Unit 1 12 Float Chamber Drain Screw 1 27 Float Chamber 1 13 Screw 1 28 Carburetor Assy 1 14 Air Cleaner Gasket 1 29 Float Needle 1 15 Choke 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER ...

Page 19: ...ctor 1 10 Packing Ring 1 5 Bolt M8x25 2 11 Fuel Filler Cap 1 6 Packing Ring 1 12 Fuel Filler Cap w Packing Ring 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering l...

Page 20: ...t 1 9 Washer 1 4 Air Cleaner Base 1 10 Nut M6 2 5 Sleeve A 1 11 Air Cleaner Assy 1 6 Air Cleaner Housing 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located ...

Page 21: ...5x8 4 3 Exhaust Pipe 1 7 Muffler Hood Assy 1 4 Muffler Gasket 1 8 Muffler Assy 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located at the top of this page a ...

Page 22: ...6x12 5 15 Spring Lid 1 6 Fan Hood Assy 1 16 Rope 1 7 Bolt M6x8 3 17 Handle 1 8 Casing 1 18 Recoil Starter 1 9 Coil Leaf Spring 1 19 Recoil Starter Assy 1 10 Cord Spool 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description ...

Page 23: ...ering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located at the top of this page a b c Part Description Q ty 1 Bolt M5x35 1 2 Regulating Spring 1 3 Clamp 1 4 Bolt M6x12 1 5 Support Panel 1 6 Washer 2 7 Throttle 1 8 Spring Patch 1 9 Setting Panel 1 Part Description Q ty 10 Nut M6 2 11 Spring 1 12 Back Spring 1 13 Lock Bolt 1 14 ...

Page 24: ...ywheel Fan 1 2 Starting Flange 1 4 Flywheel 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located at the top of this page a b c ...

Page 25: ...rd 1 3 Ignition Coil 1 8 Bolt M6x35 2 4 Spark Plug Cap 1 9 Bolt M6x12 1 5 Ignition Coil Assy 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description The NAME OF THE PARTS LIST from which you are ordering located at the top o...

Page 26: ...ive Gear 1 19 Nut M6 2 8 Brush Comp 4 20 Bolt M6x35 2 9 Stator Assy 1 21 Spring Washer 4mm 3 10 Spring Brush 4 22 Screw M4x14 2 11 Reducing Gear 1 23 Washer 4mm 2 12 Stay Brush 1 24 Set Pin 8x14 2 PARTS LIST DIAGRAM STARTER MOTOR IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering...

Page 27: ... Mount 1 5 Diode 1 15 Spring 1 6 Nut M4 1 16 Cover 1 7 Fixed Mount 1 17 Protector Assy 1 8 Ignition Switch 1 18 Bolt M3x12 2 9 Safety 1 19 Ignition Key 1 10 Diode Assy 1 IMPORTANT When ordering parts from the above Parts List make sure to specify the following The MODEL NUMBER either 99856 or 96154 of the Engine for which you are ordering The PART NUMBER listed to the left of the part description ...

Page 28: ...or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for shipping your engine to a HFT warranty station as soon as a problem exists Contact the HFT Customer Service department at the number below to make shipping arrangements The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questi...

Page 29: ...ts 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 ...

Page 30: ...of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com plaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies ...

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