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Tecumseh TM049XA User Manual

Tecumseh TM049XA
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TecumsehPower
Operator’s Manual
TM049XA
Two-Cycle Engine • Horizontal/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............................................................... 4
IV. Before Starting Your Engine ............................................................. 4
V. Starting Your Engine......................................................................... 6
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage................................ 8
VII. Maintenance..................................................................................... 8
VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 11
IX. Storing Your Engine........................................................................ 11
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 13
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) 1/01/08
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Tecumseh TM049XA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Max RPM3600 RPM
Shaft OrientationVertical
Fuel TypeGasoline
Cooling SystemAir-Cooled
CarburetorFloat feed
Starting SystemRecoil
Shaft Size22.2mm diameter
Shaft ThreadVaries by model

Summary

General Safety Precautions

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Explains the dangers of carbon monoxide and preventative measures.

Avoid Gasoline Fires

Provides instructions to prevent injury or death from fuel fires.

Adult Supervision and Responsibilities

Emphasizes adult supervision for fueling, maintenance, and operation.

Stay Away from Rotating Parts

Warns about the dangers of entanglement with moving engine parts.

Do Not Modify Engine

Advises against modifying the engine, especially the governor setting.

Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces

Warns about hot engine parts and fire risks from flammable materials.

Avoid Accidental Starts

Lists steps to prevent accidental engine starting during maintenance.

Use Hearing Protection

Recommends wearing hearing protection due to engine noise.

How to Get Service

Engine Identification Decal

Explains how to identify the engine using its identification decal.

Tecumseh Technician's Handbook

Describes a handbook for advanced engine repair and service.

Oil and Fuel Specifications

Oil Requirements

Details the type of 2-cycle oil required for the engine.

Fuel Requirements and Recommendations

Specifies acceptable fuel types and warns against leaded or methanol fuels.

Before Starting Your Engine

Mixing Fuel and Oil

Provides instructions and ratios for mixing fuel and oil for the engine.

Starting Your Engine

Engine Startup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine, including choke and safety checks.

Safe Starter Rope Operation

Instructions on how to pull the starter rope to avoid injury.

Choke Adjustment During Startup

Guidance on adjusting the choke lever as the engine starts and runs.

Starting Troubleshooting

Advice for when the engine fails to start after multiple attempts.

Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage

Engine Stop Procedure

Steps to safely shut down the engine after use.

Fuel Tank Storage Precautions

Warning about storing the engine with fuel in enclosed spaces.

Maintenance

Engine Debris Removal

Instructions for cleaning debris from cooling fins, screens, and air inlets.

Muffler and Exhaust Port Cleaning

Recommends cleaning the muffler and exhaust ports every 50 hours.

Spark Plug Check and Replacement

Details on checking, gapping, and replacing the spark plug.

Air Filter Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning and replacing foam and flocked air filters.

Carburetor and Engine Speed

Information on carburetor adjustments and engine speed governor.

Adjustments and Battery Care

Guidance on engine adjustments and battery storage if applicable.

Transporting Your Engine

Safe Engine Transport Guidelines

Precautions for transporting the engine, especially regarding fuel.

Storing Your Engine

Short Term/Seasonal Engine Storage

Steps for preparing the engine for short-term storage, including fuel.

Extended Storage Fuel Treatment

Procedures for fuel treatment and draining for long-term storage.

Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires

Spark Arrester Requirements

Explains the legal requirement for spark arresters to prevent fires.

Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance Schedule Summary

Outlines recommended maintenance procedures and intervals in a table.

First Scheduled Maintenance (5 hrs/Before Each Use)

Details the maintenance tasks to be performed every 5 hours or before each use.

25 Hours or 3 Months Maintenance

Specifies maintenance tasks required every 25 hours or 3 months.

50 Hours or Seasonally Maintenance

Lists maintenance tasks for every 50 hours or seasonally.

Warranty Information

Emission Control System Warranty

Explains the warranty coverage for emission control system parts.

Engine and Ignition Module Limited Warranty

Details the limited warranty terms for new engines and ignition modules.

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