Tecumseh AV520 User Manual

Operator’s Manual
TV085XA (AV520)
Two-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions.........................................ii
I. General Safety Precautions............................................................. 1
II. How to Get Service.......................................................................... 2
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 3
IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4
V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 5
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................... 8
VII. Maintenance .................................................................................... 8
VIII. Transporting Your Engine................................................................11
IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 12
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 14
XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 14
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 21
XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 22
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(English) 6/01/08
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Tecumseh AV520 Specifications

General

Max RPM	3600 RPM
Carburetor	Float type
Ignition System	Solid state
Starter Type	Recoil
Shaft Orientation	Vertical

Summary

General Safety Precautions

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Warning about the dangers of carbon monoxide gas from engine exhaust and precautions for safe operation in ventilated areas.

DO NOT Modify Engine

Strict instruction against modifying the engine, especially the governor setting, to prevent unsafe speeds and warranty voidance.

Avoid Gasoline Fires

Safety guidelines to prevent gasoline fires and explosions, covering refueling, storage, and handling of fuel.

Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces

Precautions to avoid burns from hot engine parts and prevent fires by keeping flammable materials away from the engine.

Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance

Emphasizes the need for adult supervision during engine operation, refueling, and maintenance for safety.

Avoid Accidental Starts

Steps to prevent accidental engine starting, such as disconnecting the spark plug wire before maintenance.

Stay Away from Rotating Parts

Warning about the hazards of rotating engine parts and the importance of proper guards to prevent entanglement and injury.

Before Starting Your Engine

Mixing Fuel and Oil

Step-by-step instructions for safely mixing two-cycle engine oil with gasoline in a proper container.

Check the Following Items

Filling Fuel Tank

Procedure for safely filling the fuel tank, emphasizing adult supervision, outdoor refueling, and avoiding spills.

Starting Your Engine

Engine With Remote Control

Engine With Variable Speed Control

Maintenance

Removing Debris from Engine

Cleaning/Replacing Air Filters

Spark Plug

Maintenance Intervals

Warranty Information