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Tecumseh OH318 User Manual

Tecumseh OH318
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Operator’s Manual
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OH318EA (OHM90-110)
Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions ...................................... ii
I. General Safety Precautions ............................................................ 1
II. How to Get Service ......................................................................... 3
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications ............................................................. 4
IV. Before Starting Your Engine ............................................................ 4
V. Starting Your Engine ....................................................................... 7
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................ 12
VII. Maintenance ................................................................................. 12
VIII. Transporting Your Engine ............................................................. 16
IX. Storing Your Engine ...................................................................... 17
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires ................................... 18
XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 19
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 OH318 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTecumseh
ModelOH318
CategoryEngine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Notices

Safety Definitions

Defines safety terms like WARNING and CAUTION used in the manual.

Emissions Information

Details about California and U.S. EPA emission regulations for engines.

Contact Information

Provides phone numbers and website for service and support inquiries.

General Safety Precautions

Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Advises on dangers of carbon monoxide and precautions to prevent poisoning.

Gasoline Fire Prevention

Provides instructions to prevent injury or death from gasoline fires.

Adult Supervision Requirements

Recommends adult supervision for operation, fueling, and maintenance.

Rotating Parts Hazards

Warns about entanglement risks with moving engine parts like the flywheel.

Engine Modification Warning

Warns against modifying the engine governor setting to avoid unsafe speeds.

Hot Surfaces and Fire Risk

Advises users to avoid hot engine parts and keep flammable materials away.

Preventing Accidental Starts

Provides steps to prevent accidental engine starts during maintenance.

Hearing Protection Recommendation

Recommends wearing hearing protection due to loud engine noise.

Getting Service

Engine Identification Decal

Explains how to locate and use the engine identification decal for model and spec.

Technician's Handbook

Describes the Technician's Handbook for advanced repairs and adjustments.

Oil and Fuel Specifications

Recommended Engine Oil

Details recommended oil types, specifications, and sump capacity.

Fuel Requirements

Specifies recommended fuel types and cautions against certain additives.

Before Starting Your Engine

Checking Oil Level

Instructions on how to check and maintain the engine oil level.

Filling Engine Oil Sump

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly fill the engine oil sump.

Engine Stop Switch

Explains the function and operation of the engine stop switch.

Low Oil Shutdown Systems

Describes low oil shutdown switches, lights, and systems.

Fuel Tank Filling

Provides instructions for safely filling the fuel tank.

Starting Your Engine

Electric Starter Engines

Step-by-step instructions for starting engines equipped with electric starters.

Recoil Starter Engines

Step-by-step instructions for starting engines equipped with recoil starters.

Stopping and Short-Term Storage

Maintenance

Checking and Changing Oil

Detailed procedure for checking and changing engine oil.

Removing Engine Debris

Instructions for cleaning grass, dirt, and debris from engine parts.

Spark Plug Service

Guide for checking, inspecting, and replacing the spark plug.

Air Cleaner Service

Steps for servicing and replacing the engine's air cleaner components.

Air Filter Replacement

Procedures for removing and installing air filter assemblies.

Anti-Icing Baffle Adjustment

Explains the anti-icing baffle for cold weather and its positioning.

Optional Alternator Issues

Refers to equipment manufacturer for alternator-related electrical issues.

Carburetor Adjustments

Advises contacting dealer for carburetor adjustments and altitude effects.

Engine Speed Governor Warning

Warning against modifying engine speed governor for safety and warranty.

Engine Adjustment Policy

Recommends contacting dealer for any engine adjustments.

Transporting Your Engine

Engine Cleaning for Storage

Steps for cleaning the engine before storage.

Fuel Storage Precautions

Warnings and notes regarding storing the engine with fuel.

Fuel System Treatment

Recommendations for treating fuel system for storage.

Fuel Treatment Steps

Instructions for adding fuel stabilizer and running the engine.

Extended Storage Procedure

Guide for preparing the engine for extended storage.

Draining Fuel for Storage

Procedures for safely draining fuel from the tank.

Oil Cylinder Bore for Storage

Instructions for lubricating the cylinder bore to prevent corrosion during storage.

Preventing Fires

Oil Change Reminder

Reminder to check oil change intervals.

Battery Storage Guidelines

Refers to equipment manufacturer for battery storage instructions.

Spark Arrester Requirement

Explains the need for spark arresters to prevent fires in certain areas.

Maintenance Intervals

25 Hour / 3 Month Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks due every 25 hours or 3 months.

50 Hour / 3 Month Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks due every 50 hours or 3 months.

100 Hour / Seasonal Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks due every 100 hours or seasonally.

Initial Maintenance (First 2 Hours)

Maintenance tasks required after the first 2 hours of operation.

Regular Use Maintenance (5 Hours)

Maintenance tasks required every 5 hours or before each use.

Long-Term Maintenance (200 Hours)

Maintenance tasks required every 200 hours or seasonally.

Emission Control Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Details the warranty coverage for emission control systems on engines.

Owner's Warranty Responsibilities

Outlines the owner's responsibilities regarding engine maintenance for warranty.

Warranty Applicability and Period

Specifies the applicability and duration of the emission control system warranty.

Emissions Warranty Scope

General coverage details for emissions-related parts.

Covered Emission-Related Parts

Lists specific emission-related parts covered by the warranty.

General Warranty Information

Consumer Use Warranty Terms

Details warranty periods for consumer use within the US and Canada.

Commercial Use Warranty Terms

Details warranty periods for commercial use within the US and Canada.

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