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Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

181-887-14

Revised January, 2004

CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), the
California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) and Tecumseh Power
Company are pleased to explain the Federal and California
Emission Control Systems Warranty on your new small off-road
engine. In California, new 1995 and later small off-road engines
must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s
stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, new 1997 and later
model year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the
time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road
engines. Tecumseh Power Company will warrant the emission
control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of
time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect,
unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of your small
off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the
carburetor, ignition system and exhaust system. Also included
may be the compression release system and other emission-
related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Power
Company will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you
for diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL 
SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE

Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year California
small off-road engines are warranted for two years as hereinafter
noted. In other states, 1997 and later model year engines are also
warranted for two years. If, during such warranty period, any
emission-related part on your engine is defective in materials or
workmanship, the part will be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh
Power Company

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the
performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator’s
Manual, but Tecumseh Power Company will not deny warranty
solely due to the lack of receipts or for your failure to provide
written evidence of the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however, be
aware that Tecumseh Power Company may deny you warranty
coverage if your small off-road engine or a part thereof has failed
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved
modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a 
Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered 
Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or 
Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) as soon as a problem 
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable 
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either an 
Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer and/or Tecumseh Power 
Company, c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 
53024-1499. Telephone 1-262-377-2700 [or in USA/Canada call 
1-800-558-5402].

IMPORTANT NOTE

This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations
under the Emission Control System Warranty (“ECS Warranty”)
which is provided to you by Tecumseh Power Company pursuant
to California law. Tecumseh Power Company also provides to
original purchasers of new Tecumseh Power Company engines.
The Tecumseh Power Company Limited Warranties for New
Tecumseh Engines and Electronic Ignition Modules (“Tecumseh
Power Company Warranty”) are located on the back cover of the
Operator’s Manual, enclosed with all new Tecumseh Power
Company engines. The ECS Warranty applies only to the
emission control system of your new engine. To the extent that
there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the
Tecumseh Power Company Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall
apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Power
Company Warranty may provide a longer warranty period. Both
the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Power Company Warranty
describe important rights and obligations with respect to your new
engine.
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Power
Company Authorized Servicing Dealer. At the time of requesting
warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date of sale
to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay any charges for
making service calls and/or for transporting the products to and
from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work is
performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or
loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine
or any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty
work.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and 
responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Power Company at 
1-262-377-2700 or in USA/Canada call 1-800-558-5402.

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Страница 1: ...effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 9722 MTD L...

Страница 2: ...Visit whiteoutdoor com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Support button and you will get the four options reproduced here Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately available Call 1 800 949 4483 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line Please have your lawn trator s model number and serial number ready when you call The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine r...

Страница 3: ...ersonal injury 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects ...

Страница 4: ...r shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action 4 Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability 5 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the ...

Страница 5: ...ling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expans...

Страница 6: ...mmediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 12 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 13 Maintain or replace safety and instruction l...

Страница 7: ...7 SECTION 2 SLOPE GAUGE 3IGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE OR A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST O L D A L O N G D O T T E D L I N E R E P R E S E N T S A S L O P E ...

Страница 8: ...el cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place Figure 1 Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off remove the ignition key and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace Locate the shipping brace and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower between the discharge chute and the cutting deck S...

Страница 9: ...pplicable instructions below 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Figure 4 Figure 4 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two hex screws removed earl...

Страница 10: ...RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position A Parking Brake Lever E Throttle Choke Control B Brake Pedal F Ignition Switch Module C Speed Control Lever G Deck Lift Lever D Ammeter H PTO Blade Engage Lever FAST CHOKE SLOW PARK BRAKE P ON OFF AMPS E A G C B F H D ...

Страница 11: ... The brake pedal must be depressed to start the engine Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 13 Parking Brake Lever To set the parking brake fully depress the brake pedal Move the parking brake lever all the way down and into the ON position Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage To release the parking brake depress the brake pedal and move the parking brake lever into t...

Страница 12: ...ard to reverse or vice versa IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Ignition Switch Module WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the ST...

Страница 13: ...ractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged IMPORTANT Mowing in reverse is not recommended To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 Start the engine Refer to Starting the Engine page 14 of this Operator s Manual for detailed instructions 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow positi...

Страница 14: ...ne to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating If the blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position...

Страница 15: ...AST rabbit position Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and position it all the way forward into the engaged ON position Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments IMPORTANT The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel with the ignition ...

Страница 16: ...it is necessary to move the tractor manually Activating this valve forces the fluid in the transmission to bypass its normal route allowing the rear tires to freewheel To engage the hydrostatic relief valve proceed as follows Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor See Figure 8 Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward then down and to the left to lock it in place Figure 8 NOTE ...

Страница 17: ...en the lock nut to raise the front of the deck Loosen the lock nut to lower the front of the deck Figure 9 Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier after proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the ...

Страница 18: ...gap is achieved Insert the replacement cotter pin into the crown nut Standard Adjustment Seat To adjust the position of the seat loosen the two hex screws on the bottom of the seat See Figure 12 Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the two screws Figure 12 Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if either the steering drag link and bal...

Страница 19: ... Manual located after Page 26 of this manual Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining Refill the engine with new motor oil IMPORTANT Refer to the White Outdoor Engines Operator s Manual located after Page 26 of this manual for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner if so equipped and cartridge air c...

Страница 20: ...trical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine Deck Wash System A hex plug can be found on your tractor s deck surface See Figure 15 Figure 15 This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part of a separately available deck wash system Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals NOTE Refer to pag...

Страница 21: ...rminal of the dead battery Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery WARNING Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking and the gas in either battery could explode Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution If necessary scrape the battery t...

Страница 22: ...ving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender Remove the belt guards by removing the self tapping screws that fasten them to the deck Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley Loosen but do NOT remove the hex screws which secure each deck idler pulley See Figure 17 Figure 16 Insert a 3 8 drive ratchet wrench set to loosen into the square hole found in the idler ...

Страница 23: ...ve the PTO cable from the rear of the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it Proceed to remove the spring from the deck idler bracket See Figure 19 Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor Figur...

Страница 24: ...ly to maintain proper blade balance A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom facing the ground when...

Страница 25: ...rk or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance SECTION 10 ATTACHMENTS ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for model LT 542H Lawn Tractors For information regarding price and availability see the retailer from which you purchased your tractor or your White Outdoor dealer NOTE Model LT 542H Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for us...

Страница 26: ... Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug s gap too cl...

Страница 27: ...Starting Your Engine 6 VI Stopping Your Engine and Short Term Storage 9 VII Maintenance 10 VIII Transporting Your Engine 13 IX Storing Your Engine 13 X Preventing Forest Brush and Grass Fires 15 XI Maintenance Intervals 16 California US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement 20 Emission Control System Warranty 21 XII Warranty Information 22 OV490EA OHV140 180 PRESSURE LUBE SPIN ON OIL FILTER W H ...

Страница 28: ...ersonal safety Keep this manual handy at all times for future reference Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating maintenance components and safety instructions Notice Regarding Emissions NOTE Engines which are certified to comply with California and U S EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include ...

Страница 29: ... GASOLINE container to store and dispense fuel Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in containers with a capacity of 2 5 gallons or less Small containers are easier to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by mouth To empty the fuel tank see I Draining Fuel instructions on page 14 C Adult Supervision of Operation Refueling and Maintenanc...

Страница 30: ...id Accidental Starts To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug See Figure 2 Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post if provided See Figure 3 Disconnect battery at negative terminal first if engine is equipped with a...

Страница 31: ... for individuals who have had adequate training experience and who practice proper tool usage Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Engines Order as part no 695244A for OV OHV models Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the engine used on this power equipment If repair or service is needed for anything other than the engine contact the s...

Страница 32: ...d every 5 operating hours when engine is warm Check oil level more frequently during engine break in Keep oil level between FULL and ADD marks on dipstick See Figure 6 Insure oil fill cap plug is tightened securely NOTES Do not overfill oil filler Doing so may result in oil carry over to the air cleaner and equipment malfunction or damage Do not allow oil level to fall below the ADD mark on dipsti...

Страница 33: ...and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from engine To prevent injury or death from fuel fires follow these instructions 1 Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling 2 Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well ventilated area 3 Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap 4 Using an approved red GASOLINE container add fuel slowly being careful to avoid spilling DO NOT o...

Страница 34: ...ee Fig ures 8 and 9 NOTE If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown move combined control to FAST instead of CHOKE or START position See Figures 8 and 9 3 Push starter button or turn ignition switch key see equipment manufacturer s instructions to start engine NOTES If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2 thru 3 DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds ea...

Страница 35: ...ition until engine runs smoothly c Next move choke control to NO CHOKE position 5 Finally move engine speed control to desired speed in RUN range NOTES If engine starts but falters when choke is moved to NO CHOKE position a Momentarily move choke control back to FULL CHOKE position b Next move choke control to 1 2 CHOKE position until engine runs smoothly c Finally move choke control to NO CHOKE p...

Страница 36: ...oil mechanism If engine fails after 3 pulls repeat steps 2 thru 3 4 When engine starts d Move combined control to FAST position e Next move combined control to desired speed in RUN range See Figure 13 See Figure 14 NOTES If engine starts but falters when combined control is moved to FAST position a Momentarily move combined control back to CHOKE position b Next move combined control to FAST positi...

Страница 37: ... NOTES If engine starts but falters when choke is moved to NO CHOKE position a Momentarily move choke control back to FULL CHOKE position b Next move control to 1 2 CHOKE position until engine runs smoothly c Finally move control to NO CHOKE position If engine dies after choke control is moved to NO CHOKE position repeat steps 2 thru 5 to restart engine 6 If engine fires but does not continue to r...

Страница 38: ...rrect drain plug location if present See equipment manufacturer s instructions See Figure 19 2 Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug See G Avoid Accidental Starts instruc tions on page 2 3 Be sure the gas cap is on and is tightened securely 4 Clean area around oil drain plug See Figure 19 5 Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain plug See equipment manufacture...

Страница 39: ...discoloration or dirt accumulation If either is present see I Servicing Foam Pre Filter instructions on page 12 or see II Servicing Paper Fil ters instructions on page 12 4 Replace air cleaner cover and filters C Spark Plug Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours 1 Clean area around spark plug 2 Remove and inspect spark plug 3 Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if elec trod...

Страница 40: ... cleaner cover while lifting upward then outward 3 Remove fasteners 4 Remove and inspect filter s for discoloration or dirt accumulation If either is present see I Servicing Foam Pre Filter instructions or II Servicing Paper Filters instructions 5 Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly 6 Install paper filter see equipment manufacturer s instructions 7 Install fasteners 8 Install foam pre filter...

Страница 41: ...lower housing In addition remove grass clippings dirt and debris from the following areas Cooling Fins Air Intake Screen Levers Linkage Guards Carburetor Head Removing debris will facilitate adequate cooling correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire II Fuel Storage NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space heat...

Страница 42: ... such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers electric motors etc NOTE Instead of using a fuel preservative stabilizer you can empty the fuel tank as described under I Draining Fuel instructions See B Extended Storage instructions B Extended Storage I Draining Fuel NOTES Clean debris from engine before draining fuel from carburetor See I Clean Engine instructions on page 13 If you have prepa...

Страница 43: ...rter cord handle and pull out slowly using a full arm stroke Repeat once This will distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent corrosion during storage 6 Install spark plug 7 Carefully disconnect spark plug wire from grounding post if provided 8 Connect spark plug wire before attempting to start engine III Oil Change oil if not changed within the last 3 months see A Checking and Changing Oil...

Страница 44: ... 800 558 5402 or visit www TecumsehPower com to locate your dealer ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed See Table 5 Table 5 Maintenance Intervals Procedure Time Change Oil After first 2 hrs when engine is warm Check Oil Level 5 hrs or Before Each Use Clean Cooling Fins 5 hrs or Before Each Use Change Oil 50 hrs or 3 mos Clean Foam Pre Filter 25 hrs or 3 mos Replace Paper and Oil Fil...

Страница 45: ...ereof has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amoun...

Страница 46: ...d for replacement as required maintenance in the Operator s Manual shall be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Power Company according to Subsection 4 below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warrant...

Страница 47: ...review of the engine model number on the Important Engine Information decal One letter in the engine model number will be surrounded by parenthesis A B C D E H K or M and that letter is your engine warranty category designation 7 Qualification for three 3 year consumer use warranty under engine warranty category M may be determined by notation of an M designation on the Important Engine Informatio...

Страница 48: ...justments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD pa...

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