Tecumseh OHV 135 - User Manual

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OHV

Operator’s Manual

110-135

Four-Cycle • Vertical 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.............................................................. 3

IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................ 4

V. Starting Your Engine ....................................................................... 6

VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage .............................. 9

VII. Maintenance ................................................................................. 10

VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 13

IX. Seasonal Storage.......................................................................... 13

X. Prevent Forest, Brush and Grass Fires ........................................ 14

XI. Maintenance Intervals................................................................... 14

California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement ........ 16

Emission Control System Warranty ............................................. 17

Warranty Information .................................................................... 18

181-1132-14

(English) 05/01/03

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Summary

General Safety Precautions

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard

Engine exhaust contains deadly carbon monoxide gas. Never run engine indoors or in poorly-ventilated areas.

Gasoline Fire Hazards

Gasoline vapors are flammable and can explode. Follow safety instructions for fuel handling.

Adult Supervision Requirements

Rotating Parts Hazard

Engine Modification Prohibition

Hot Surfaces and Fire Risk

Accidental Start Prevention

Hearing Protection Requirement

Engine Oil and Fuel Guidelines

Pre-Start Engine Checks

Checking Engine Oil Level

Check oil before each use and every 5 operating hours; keep level between FULL and ADD marks.

Filling the Oil Sump

Ensure engine is upright, clean fill area, and use correct oil level procedure.

Filling the Fuel Tank Safely

Fuel outdoors in a well-ventilated area; use approved container and avoid spills.

Engine Starting Procedures

Electric Starter: Combined Speed;Choke Control

Instructions for starting engines with a combined speed and choke control lever.

Electric Starter: Independent Speed;Choke Controls

Instructions for starting engines with separate speed and choke controls.

Recoil Starter: Combined Speed;Choke Control

Instructions for starting engines with a recoil starter and combined control.

Recoil Starter: Independent Speed;Choke Controls

Instructions for starting engines with a recoil starter and independent controls.

Engine Shutdown and Storage

Routine Maintenance Tasks

Oil Checks and Changes

Cleaning Engine Debris

Spark Plug Service

Air Cleaner Maintenance

Carburetor Adjustment Guidance

Engine Speed Settings

General Engine Adjustments

Engine Seasonal Storage Guide

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals