Tecumseh HM80 Technician's Handbook

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ENGINE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Will Not Start
Check For Spark
Wet Check If Spark Plug Is Wet or Dry Dry
Defective Spark Plug Check Fuel Supply and Fuel
Cap Vent
Restricted Air Filter Restriction in Fuel System
(filter, screen)
Improper or Stale Fuel Carburetion Problem
Sheared or Partially Sheared Poor Compression
Flywheel Key
Carburetion Problems Due to
Flooding, Over Priming, etc.
Ignition System

Tecumseh HM80 Specifications

General

Fuel Type	Gasoline
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Shaft Orientation	Horizontal
Governor Type	Mechanical
Compression Ratio	6.5:1
Power	8.0 HP
Fuel System	Carburetor
Lubrication System	Splash
Starter Type	Recoil
Weight	Approximately 25 kg (55 lbs)