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Specifies unleaded regular gasoline and minimum octane rating.
Details exhaust, evaporative, and crankcase emission control systems.
Outlines compliance periods for California and other states.
Recommends carburetor adjustments for operation above 3,300 feet.
Stresses proper maintenance for emission compliance and warranty validity.
Identifies locations of safety labels and the engine serial number for parts ordering.
Diagrams and labels for key engine components and their locations.
Lists valve clearance, ignition timing, and engine speeds for optimal performance.
Advises on using clean, unleaded regular gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating.
Recommends API SF, SG, SH, or SJ oils and provides viscosity chart based on temperature.
Instructions for safely filling the fuel tank to the correct level.
Steps for checking and adding engine oil to the correct level.
Throttle and recoil starter operation for starting engines with blade brake clutch.
Instructions on using the priming pump for cold starts.
Throttle, brake control lever, and recoil starter operation for brake pad system engines.
Procedure to warm up the engine before loading for proper lubrication.
Specifies maximum operating angles to prevent lubrication issues.
Steps to safely stop the engine, including idling for blade brake clutch type.
Advises against tampering with governor/carburetor settings; consult dealer for adjustments.
A table outlining maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.
Daily checks and procedure for verifying engine oil level.
Instructions for draining and refilling engine oil after initial break-in and regular intervals.
Steps for replacing the oil filter, including pre-lubrication and post-installation checks.
Checks and cleaning of the recoil starter area to prevent overheating.
Procedure for removing and cleaning the air cleaner case and elements.
Instructions for cleaning the foam air filter element with detergent and water.
Guidelines for cleaning, replacing the paper air filter element, and cautions against washing.
Procedure for cleaning, inspecting, and setting the spark plug gap according to specifications.
Specifies unleaded regular gasoline and minimum octane rating.
Details exhaust, evaporative, and crankcase emission control systems.
Outlines compliance periods for California and other states.
Recommends carburetor adjustments for operation above 3,300 feet.
Stresses proper maintenance for emission compliance and warranty validity.
Identifies locations of safety labels and the engine serial number for parts ordering.
Diagrams and labels for key engine components and their locations.
Lists valve clearance, ignition timing, and engine speeds for optimal performance.
Advises on using clean, unleaded regular gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating.
Recommends API SF, SG, SH, or SJ oils and provides viscosity chart based on temperature.
Instructions for safely filling the fuel tank to the correct level.
Steps for checking and adding engine oil to the correct level.
Throttle and recoil starter operation for starting engines with blade brake clutch.
Instructions on using the priming pump for cold starts.
Throttle, brake control lever, and recoil starter operation for brake pad system engines.
Procedure to warm up the engine before loading for proper lubrication.
Specifies maximum operating angles to prevent lubrication issues.
Steps to safely stop the engine, including idling for blade brake clutch type.
Advises against tampering with governor/carburetor settings; consult dealer for adjustments.
A table outlining maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.
Daily checks and procedure for verifying engine oil level.
Instructions for draining and refilling engine oil after initial break-in and regular intervals.
Steps for replacing the oil filter, including pre-lubrication and post-installation checks.
Checks and cleaning of the recoil starter area to prevent overheating.
Procedure for removing and cleaning the air cleaner case and elements.
Instructions for cleaning the foam air filter element with detergent and water.
Guidelines for cleaning, replacing the paper air filter element, and cautions against washing.
Procedure for cleaning, inspecting, and setting the spark plug gap according to specifications.
| Displacement | 179 cc |
|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Oil Capacity | 0.6 L |
| Starting System | Recoil starter |
| Maximum Power | 3, 600 rpm |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Ignition System | Transistorized magneto |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled, OHV |