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Tecumseh HSK850 User Manual

Tecumseh HSK850
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This manual covers the following models:
TVS, TVXL, HXL, HSK 840 - 850
Other illustrated Tecumseh 2-Cycle Engine, 4-Cycle Engine
and Transmission manuals; booklets; and wall charts are
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HSK/HXL840 - 850
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Table of Contents

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Tecumseh HSK850 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Fuel TypeGasoline
Starting SystemRecoil
Displacement139 cc
Oil Capacity0.6 liters
Ignition SystemSolid State
Fuel Tank Capacity1.5 liters
Engine Type4-Cycle, OHV

Summary

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION AND CARE

IDENTIFICATION

Details where engine model, specification, and serial number are stamped.

Interpretation of Model Number

Explains how letter designations in a model number indicate the engine type.

FUELS

Recommends fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline and warns against specific fuel types.

ENGINE OIL

Specifies using clean, high-quality 2-cycle oil.

FUEL/OIL MIX

Details the recommended fuel/oil mix ratio and preparation for engine break-in.

STORAGE

Provides guidelines for storing engines safely, especially regarding fuel and ventilation.

TUNE-UP PROCEDURE

Outlines a minor tune-up procedure, noting it's not a full repair guide.

EXHAUST PORT CLEANING

Describes the frequency and method for cleaning exhaust ports on engines.

AIR CLEANER

AIR CLEANER

General advice on servicing air cleaners to prevent engine damage.

POLYURETHANE-TYPE AIR CLEANER

Instructions for cleaning and re-oiling polyurethane air filter elements.

PAPER TYPE AIR CLEANER

Guidance on replacing paper air filters; do not clean or oil.

KLEEN-AIRE® CANISTER STYLE DUAL STAGE AIR CLEANER

Details servicing a dual-stage air cleaner with paper and polyurethane elements.

2 CYCLE THEORY OF OPERATION

OPERATION OF HSK, HXL840-850 MODELS

Explains the operating principle of HSK/HXL 840-850 engines.

OPERATION OF TVS, TVXL840

Describes the loop scavenge system with a reed valve in TVS/TVXL840 models.

TERMS

Defines common terms used when discussing 2-cycle engines.

EXHAUST or SCAVENGE PHASE

Explains the process of clearing burned gases and replacing them with fresh charge.

PORTS

Defines ports as openings in the cylinder controlled by piston movement.

EXHAUST PORTS

Specifies that exhaust ports allow burned gases to exit the combustion chamber.

THIRD PORT (Sometimes called piston port)

Describes the third port's function in fuel-air mixture entry to the crankcase.

LUBRICATION

Explains how Tecumseh 2-cycle engines are lubricated via fuel/oil mix.

REED VALVE

Details how a reed valve operates based on crankcase pressure or vacuum.

CARBURETION

CARBURETOR IDENTIFICATION

Explains how to identify carburetors by model and date code stamped on the body.

SERIES I OPERATION

Describes Series I carburetors used on HSK/HXL models, including fixed and variable speed types.

SERIES VI OPERATION

Details Series VI carburetors, noting primer, fixed circuits, and starting mixture.

SERVICING THE CARBURETOR - SERIES VI

SERVICING THE CARBURETOR - SERIES VI

Step-by-step procedure for servicing the Series VI carburetor.

REBUILDING THE CARBURETOR

Instructions for replacing the seat and setting the float in the carburetor.

TROUBLESHOOTING CARBURETION SERIES VI

TROUBLESHOOTING CARBURETION SERIES VI

Table of common problems and their corresponding corrections for Series VI carburetors.

SERVICING THE CARBURETOR SERIES I

SERVICING THE CARBURETOR SERIES I

Covers variations from Series VI carburetors for Series I servicing.

CARBURETOR PRE-SETS AND ADJUSTMENT

Pre-sets and Adjustments If Equipped

Procedure for turning mixture screws finger-tight and backing them out to pre-set positions.

Final Adjustments

Steps for adjusting main and idle mixture screws after the engine warms up.

TROUBLESHOOTING CARBURETION SERIES I

TROUBLESHOOTING CARBURETION SERIES I

Table of common problems and their corresponding corrections for Series I carburetors.

PISTON AND RINGS

PISTON AND RINGS

Describes standard and half keystone piston ring types and their installation.

E.G.R. TUBE

E.G.R. TUBE SERVICE & INSTALLATION TVS / TVXL 840 ONLY

Instructions for installing and servicing the Exhaust Gas Recirculation tube.

PORT PLUG REINSTALLATION

Procedure for reinstalling a port plug, including cleaning and staking.

ANTI-PUDDLING METER HOLE SCREEN

ANTI-PUDDLING METER HOLE SCREEN

Details the screen in the anti-puddling meter hole on TVS/TVXL840 engines.

REPLACEMENT OF SCREEN

Procedure for removing and reinstalling a clogged anti-puddling meter hole screen.

SELF-ENERGIZING BRAKE SYSTEM

DISASSEMBLY OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM

Steps for disconnecting and removing components of the self-energizing brake system.

REASSEMBLY OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM

Procedure for reassembling the brake system components, including springs and levers.

GOVERNOR LINKAGE, AND ADJUSTMENT

LINKAGE LOCATION

Guidance on marking governor linkage locations for proper reassembly.

GOVERNOR FOLLOWER ARM AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY

Instructions for servicing the governor follower arm and shaft assembly.

GOVERNOR SHAFT SEAL

Details on replacing the governor shaft seal and precautions.

GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT

Steps to adjust the governor by moving the throttle and turning the shaft.

GOVERNOR LINKAGE AND ADJUSTMENT HXL, HSK840 - 850

Fixed Speed Linkage Hookups

Diagram showing fixed speed governor linkage hookups on HSK and HXL models.

RPM Adjustment via Tab Bending

Illustration showing how to adjust RPM on fixed speed models by bending a tab.

Variable Speed Control Adjustments

Details adjustments for variable speed control on HXL840-850 Series models.

REWIND STARTER

TYPE I

Disassembly and reassembly steps for the Type I rewind starter.

TYPE II

Steps for servicing starters that use a new wedge and post system.

840 - 850 DISASSEMBLY

MODEL 840-850 DISASSEMBLY

Steps to disconnect the high tension lead and remove the spark plug and muffler.

EXHAUST PORT CLEANING

Procedure for cleaning exhaust ports after specific operating hours.

840-850 REASSEMBLY

840 HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL REASSEMBLY

Steps for applying cleaning solvent and reassembling cylinder and crankcase.

TVS/TVXL840 ONLY

Carburetor Fiber Washer Placement

Instruction for placing fiber washers during carburetor attachment.

Carburetor Assembly Orientation

Guidance on assembling the carburetor with the bowl facing the PTO end.

Intake Elbow Sealing & O-Ring Replacement

Procedure to ensure proper sealing of intake elbow by replacing O-rings.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

TRAINING AIDS AND TOOLS

VIDEO PROGRAMS

List of available video programs for engine training.

SPECIAL BOOKLETS

List of special booklets for technical assistance and analysis.

TESTER BOOKLETS

List of tester booklets for electrical component testing.

TOOLS

TOOL KIT 670195B

Kit contains tools for 2 and 4 cycle engines.

OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

Tool for protecting PTO end oil seal during installation.

OIL SEAL REMOVER

Tool for removing oil seals.

VIBRATION TACHOMETER

Tool for measuring engine vibration.

TORX DRIVERS

List of Torx drivers with associated part numbers.

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