Tecumseh HMSK90 User manual

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TECUMSEH OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS for
TECUMSEH
MODELS
HMSK80 HMSK100
HMSK90 HMSK105
OHSK120
SNOW BLOWER ENGINE
HORIZONTAL CRANKSHAFT
AIR COOLED •FOUR-CYCLE ENGINE
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD
_ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON
WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR TECUMSEH ENGINE.
THESE SYMBOLS MAY ,4,_._
V
APPEAR ON THE
ENGINE: FAST SLOW STOP CHOKE IGNITION KEY INSERT TO REMOVE TO
RUN STOP
_ California Proposition 65 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this contains chemicals
product
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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MODEL AND
D.O.M. DECAL
OIL FILL PLUG AND SPARK
SPARK DIPSTICK
WIRE
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FUEL FILL CAP
FUEL TANK
CARBURETOR
COVER
-- FUEL VALVE
IGNITION KEY
OR
IGNITION SWITCH
0
'STARTER HANDLE
CHOKE ER
iOIL DRAIN PLUG CONTROL LEVER
(IF SO EQUIPPED) DIL DRAIN PLUG (IF SO EQUIPPED)
Figure 1
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ENGINE WHICH ARE CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND
U.S.EPAEMISSION REGULATIONS FORULGE ENGINES: Arecertifiedto
operateon regularunleaded gasoline. Include the following emissioncontrol
system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped); Do not include any user adjustable
features - therefore no other adjustments are needed.
OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
TO OPERATE ENGINE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:
QA CLEAN, HIGH QUALITY DETERGENT OIL.
Be sure original container is marked:
A.P.I. service "SF" -"SJ",
FOR SUMMER (ABOVE 32°F; 0°C): USE SAE 30 OIL.
Tecumseh specially formulated oilisavailable at any Authorized
Tecumseh Service Outlet. Order as part number 730225. Using
multigrade oil will increase oil consumption.
FOR WINTER (BELOW 32°F; 0°C): USE SAE 5W30 OIL.
Tecumseh specially formulated oil isavailable atany Authorized
Tecumseh Service Outlet. Order as part number 730226.
(SAE 10W is an acceptable substitute.)
BELOW 0°F (-18°C) ON LY: SAE 0W30 isan acceptable substitute.
DO NOT USE SAE 10W40 OIL.
OIL SUMP CAPACITY:
Models HM80-90-100-105: 26 ounces (1-5/8 U.S. pints)
.77 liter
Model OHSK120: 28 ounces (1-3/4 U.S. pints)
.83 liter
(_A FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR,
UNLEADED PREMIUM, OR REFORMULATED
AUTOMOTIVE GASOLINE ONLY. DO NOT USE
LEADED GASOLINE. ,¢
NOTE: DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL
(WOOD ALCOHOL). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or
grain alcohol ("Gasoh0F), or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether), may be used but requires special care when engine
is unused for extended periods. See "STORAGE" instructions on
Page 5.
NOTE: Use clean oil and fuel and store in approved, clean,
covered containers. Use clean fill funnels. Never use "stale"
gasoline left over from last season or stored for long periods.
BEFORE STARTING
(_) READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT
ON WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED.
(_) TO FILL OIL SUMP OR CHECK OIL LEVEL:
IMPORTANT: To avoid engine damage never run engine unless:
Oil level is between "FULL" and "ADD" marks on dipstick.
Oil fill plug is tightened securely into 0il fill tube or hole.
CHECK OIL LEVEL OFTEN DURING ENGINE BREAK-IN.
A. POSITION EQUIPMENT SO ENGINE IS LEVEL.
B. Clean area around oil fill plug (see Figure 1).
C. Remove oil fill plug and dipstick.
D. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into 0il fill hole and tighten
securely. Remove dipstick. If oil is not up to "FULU' mark on
dipstick, add recommended oil. POUR SLOWLY. Wipe dipstick
clean each time oil level is checked.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT FILL ABOVE "FULL" MARK ON
DIPSTICK.
E. Install oil fill plug and dipstick, tighten securely.
See "MAINTENANCE" section for further oil instructions.
BEFORE STARTING (Continued)
(_) FILL FUEL TANK:
A. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
B. Add "UNLEADED" regular gasoline, slowly, to fuel tank. Use
a funnel to prevent spillage.
IMPORTANT: NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE
C. Install fuel fill cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
,_ NEVER FILL FUEL TANK INDOORS. NEVER FILL FUEL
TANK WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. DO NOT
ISMOKE WHEN FILLING FUEL TANK.
aNEVER FILL FUEL TANK COMPLETELY. FILL TANKTO
1/2" BELOW BOTTOM OF FILLER NECK TO PROVIDE
SPACE FOR FUEL EXPANSION. WIPE ANY FUEL
SPILLAGE FROM ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE.
_1= ANY LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LPG) OR NATURAL GAS
FUEL SYSTEM MUST BE LEAKPROOF AND MEET ALL
l APPLICABLE CODES AND REGULATIONS.
CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
A. BE SURE EQUIPMENT IS IN NEUTRAL GEAR WITH
dl_ CLUTCHES, BELTS, CHAINS AND SAFETY SWITCHES
DISENGAGED. (FOLLOW EQUIPMENT MANUFACTUR-
ER'S INSTR UCTIONS.) THIS SHOULD PLACE ANY SAFE-
TY SWITCHES IN SAFE STARTING POSITION.
B. Be sure spark plug wire is attached to spark plug (see Figure
1).
C. Be sure:
Ignition switch on engine or equipment is in "ON", "RUN"
or "START" position.
OR
Ignition key (if so equipped see Figure 2) is inserted into
ignition keyslot in carburetor cover (see Figure 1).
DO NOT TURN IGNITION KEY.
D. Be sure fuel valve is open (see Figure 3).
ENGINE WILL NOT START
UNLESS IGNITION KEY IS
INSERTED INTO IGNITION
KEYSLOT IN CARBURETOR
COVER.
DO NOT TURN IGNITION KEY. I°l
IGNITION KEY
Figure 2
FUEl
"OPEN" POSITION
SHOWN /_ TURN CLOCKWISE TO
"OFF" POSITION
Figure 3
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STARTING
_NEVER RUN ENGINE INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY
VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS
CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS
(CARBON MONOXIDE IS ALSO PRESENT IN ENGINE
EXHAUST FROM LIQUID PETROLEUM (LPG) AND NATURAL
GAS FUEL SYSTEMS)
_KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTHING AWAY
FROM ANY MOVING PARTS ON ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT.
NEVER LEAVE EQUIPMENT UNATTENDED WHEN ENGINE
IS OPERATING.
WARNING -TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS.
(_ RECOIL STARTER (see Figure 1):
A. Move equipment control (see equipment manufacturer's
instructions) or engine control lever to "FAST" or "START"
position.
B. Move engine choke to "FULL".
NOTE: IF RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE AFTER A
SHORT SHUTDOWN:
1. MOVE CHOKE TO"OFF' INSTEAD OF "FULL'.
2. PUSH PRIMER ONCE ONLY.
C. Push primer three times (see Figure 4). ALWAYS COVER
"VENT HOLE" when pushing primer. See warm engine restart
"NOTE" above.
D. Grasp starter handle (see Figure 1) and pull rope out, slowly,
until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. Then pull
rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope return to starter
slowly.
NOTE: If RECOIL STARTER is frozen and will not crank
engine, proceed as follows:
1. Pull as much rope out of starter as possible.
2. Release starter handle and let itsnap back against
starter.
NOTE: The above should be done only when
necessary to free a frozen starter.
E. Repeat instruction D until engine starts.
Ifengine fails tostart, repeat instructionsCand Das necessary,
until engine starts.
F. When engine starts, move choke gradually to "OFF".
G. If engine falters, move choke immediately to"FULL" and then
gradually to "OFF".
(_) ELECTRIC STARTER (seeFigure5)
_IkWARNING: THE 120V A.CoSTARTER IS EQUIPPED WITH A
THREE-WIRE POWER CORD AND PLUG, AND IS DESIGNED
TO OPERATE ON 120V A.C. HOUSEHOLD CURRENT. THE
STARTER MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED ATALL TIMES
TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DEATH FROM
ELECTRICAL SHOCK. DETERMINE THAT YOUR HOUSE
WIRING ISA GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTED (G.F.L) THREE-
WIRE GROUNDED SYSTEM, OR ASK A LICENSED ELECTRI-
CIAN IF YOUR ARE NOT SURE. IF YOUR HOUSE WIRING
SYSTEM IS NOT A G.F.I. THREE-WIRE GROUNDED SYSTEM,
DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CON-
DITION. IF YOUR HOUSE WIRING SYSTEM IS GROUNDED
BUT A G.F.I. THREE-PRONG WALL RECEPTACLE IS NOT
AVAILABLE AT THE LOCATION YOUR STARTER WILL BE
USED, ONE SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED ELEC-
TRICIAN.
NOTE: If your engine is equipped with a 12V battery-operated
electric starter, disregard instructions regarding power cord.
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STARTING (continued)
A. Connect power cord to switchbox on engine.
B. Plug other end of power cord (see Figure 5) into wall
receptacle.
IMPORTANT: When connecting power cord, always con-
nect power cord to switch box on engine first; then intowall
receptacle.
C. Move equipment control (see equipment manufacturer's
instructions) or engine control lever to "FAST" or "START"
position.
D. Move engine choke to "FULL".
E. Push primer two or three times, making sure to cover vent
hole when pushing (see Figure 4). In temperatures below
15°F (-10°C), additional priming may be required.
VENT HOLE
Figure 4
NOTE: If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown:
1. Leave choke in "OFF" position.
2. Push primer one time only.
F. Push starter button (see Figure 5) or turn ignition switch key
(see equipment manufacturer's instructions) to crank en-
gine.
G. When engine starts, release starter button and move choke
gradually to "OFF".
H. Ifengine falters, move choke immediately to "FULL" and then
gradually to "OFF".
I. Disconnect power cord (see Figure 5) from walt receptacle
first, and then from switchbox on engine.
IMPORTANT: When disconnecting power cord, always unplug
wall receptacle end first; then unplug switchbox on engine.
NOTE: The electric starter is thermally protected. Ifoverheated,
it will stop automatically and can be restarted only when
it has cooled to a safe temperature (a wait of approxi-
mately 5-10 minutes is required).
If, after following the preceding instructions, the engine does not
start, have it checked by your Authorized Tecumseh Service
Outlet.
SWITCHCORD "_t TO STARTER
SWITCHBOX_/x ./_;
POWERCORD _.)_
TO OUTLET 120V A.C. APPLICATION
Figure 5
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STOPPING MAINTENANCE
(_ BEFORE STOPPING (see Figure 1): A WARNING: TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY I
A, Run engine fora few minutes to help dry off any moisture on _AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS a=J_
engine.
B. To help avoid possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as
follows:
RECOIL STARTER:
With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid continuous
full arm stroke three or four times.
NOTE: The unusual sound made by pulling starter rope will
not harm engine or starter.
ELECTRIC STARTER:
1. Connect power cord to switchbox, then to wall outlet.
2. With engine running, push starter button and spin starter
for several seconds.
NOTE: The unusual sound made by spinning starter will
not harm engine or starter.
3. Disconnect power cord from receptacle first, and then
from switchbox.
(_ STOP ENGINE (see Figure 1):
A. Move equipment control (see equipment manufacturer's
instructions), engine control lever or ignition switch (if so
equipped) to "STOP" or "OFF".
B. Remove ignition key (if so equipped see Figure 2) from
carburetor cover.
DO NOT TURN IGNITION KEY.
(_ AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED (see Figure 1):
A. To help avoid possible freeze-up of engine controls, proceed
as follows:
1. Wipe all snow and moisture from engine in vicinity of
control lever and choke.
2. Move equipment control (see equipment manufacturer's
instructions) or engine control lever back and forth several
times and leave in the =STOP" or "OFF" position.
3. Move engine choke back and forth severat times and leave
in the "FULL" position.
B. Close fuel valve (see Figure 3).
_. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG
AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM_SPARK PLUG.
. TURN IGNITION SWITCH KEY (IF SO EQUIPPED) TO
"OFF" POSITION AND REMOVE KEY FROM SWITCH.
I THIS WILL REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF
UNAUTHORIZED STARTING OF ENGINE WHILE
I_OUIPMFNT I._ hINT IN LI_E
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS
OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS,
WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME,
SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER
HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE.
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL:
Check oil level every five (5) operating hours oreach time engine
is used. See "TO FILL OIL SUMP OR CHECK OIL LEVEL" on
Page 2.
CHANGE OIL:
Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 25
operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extremely
dusty or dirty conditions. Change oil white engine is still warm
from recent running.
A. Clean area around oil drain plug.
B. Position equipment so engine oil drain plug is lowest point on
engine (see Figure 1).
C. Remove oil drain plug and oil fill plug to drain oil.
D. Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
E. Fill oil sump with recommended oil. See "OIL & FUEL
RECOMMENDATIONS" and"TO FILLOIL SUMP ORCHECK
OIL LEVEL" on Page 2.
F. Replace oil fill plug and tighten securely.
G. Wipe up any spilled oil.
SPARK PLUG (see Figure 6):
This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. This engine
complies with all current Australian and New Zealand limitations
regarding electromagnetic interference.
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.
A. Clean area around spark plug base.
B. Remove and inspect spark plug.
C. Replacesparkplugifelectrodesarepitted, burnedorpomelain
is cracked. Replace as follows:
For HM80-90-100-105 use Champion RJ-19LM only.
For OHSK120 use Champion RL-86C only.
NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement.
D. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at
.030 if necessary.
E. Install spark plug in engine and tighten securely.
ELECTRODES
PORCELAIN
.030GAP
Figure 6
CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS,
,_ BOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS AND KEEP THESE ITEMS
TIGHTENED.
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ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE (Continued)
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY @DRAIN CARBURETOR:
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS AND Drain carburetor by pressing upwardon bowl drain (see Figure 7),
=_0NDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED AS which is located below carburetor cover (see Figure 1).
%LLOWS:
_IL DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL. DO
iLL) CARBURETOR: I NOT SMOKE,
NOTE: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest
AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET. Engine
performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet.
For operation at higher elevations, contact your AUTHORIZED
TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET.
(_) ENGINE SPEED:
NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS I
_k. FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. I
OVERSPEEDING ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED I
SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. !
CHANGING OF ENGINE GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID|
ENGINE WARRANTY. J
For engine adjustments and/or repairs not covered in this
"OPERATOR'S MANUAL" see "WARRANTY & REPAIR" on Page 6.
CARBURETOR
BOWL DRAIN
STO RAG E Figure 7
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR _CHANGE OIL:
'_IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS, WHERE FUEL Change oil if it has not been changed in the last three (3) months.
FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT See "CHANGE OIL" instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section.
L GHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHESI..->.
DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE. _OIL CYLINDER BORE:
IF ENGINE ISTO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE, PREPARE
=_£FOLLOWS:
_._ DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum
deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible
malfunction of engine.
_RAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,|
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL. DO 1(_3
NOT SMOKE.
Run engine until fuel tank isempty and engine stops due to lack
of fuel.
NOTE: If"Gasohol" has been used, complete above instructions
and then put 1/2 pintof unleaded gasoline intofuel tank
and repeat above instructions.
NOTE: Tecumseh "SMART START "TMgasoline preservative
and stabilizer isan acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Alwaysfollow mix ratio found onstabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow
itto reach carburetor.
A. Remove spark plug. Squirt one (1) oz. (30 ml) of clean engine
oil into spark plug hole.
B. Cover spark plug hole with a rag.
C. Crank engine over, slowly, several times.
_k AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN
CRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. Install spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.
CLEAN ENGINE:
Removeany snow,iceor slush from exteriorof engine.
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WARRANTY AND REPAIR
For engine adjustment, repairs, or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact you nearest AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH
SERVICE OUTLET. It is listed in your telephone book yellow pages under "Engines, Gasoline."
,_,,_=g,_ If you have a general understanding of internal combustion engines and wish to repair and service your engine yourself, a
"TECHNICIANS HANDBOOK" which covers repairs and adjustments net covered in this OPERATOR'S MANUAL is available from
your AUTHORIZED TECUMSEH SERVICE OUTLET. Order as Part No. 692509 (HM70-80-100-105) or No. 695244 (OHSK120).
Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service is needed for
unit, other than engine, contact service source as recommended by equipment manufacturer.
Warranty requirements for engines sold outside of the USA may vary from country to country. For warranty details for your
specific country, contact your national Tecumseh Service Distributor. If help is needed in locating your national service
distributor, you may contact Tecumseh c/o International Service Coordinator, Engine & Transmission Group Service Division,
900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499. Telephone in USA 414-377-2700.
÷÷1
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEH ENGINES
AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES
For the time pedod shown below from the date of purchase, Tecumseh Products Company wiII, at itsoption as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for
the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new Tecumseh engine which is found, upon examination by any fecomseh Authorized Service Outlet or by
Tecumseh's factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP, except as provided below. This Umited Warranty DOES
NOTCOVER (i)any Teeumseh engine or part(s)thereof used to poweranyvehicJeincompetitiveracingand/nrused on anycommercialor rental track, or (ii) defects
or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new Tecumseh engines or parts or by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance, improper use or abuse
of the product, or failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the new Tecumseh engine or part. The cost of normal
maintenance or replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser. At the time warranty service is requested, evidence
must be presented of the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Any charge for making service calls and!or for transporting any engine or part{s) thereof to and
from the place wh ere the inspeetic n and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or loss incu rred
in connection with the transportation of any engine or part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/or warranty work. WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE
PERFORMED BY A TECUMSEH AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET OR BY TECUMSEH AT ITS FACTORY IN GRAFTON, WISCONSIN. Warranty service can
be arranged by contacting either aTecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Master Service Dealer, Tecumseh
Authorized Service Distributor, orTecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh e/o Service Manager, Engine and Transmission Group Service
Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499.
Warranty
Category1"
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(H)
(K)
ENGINE WARRANTY PERIOD
"CONSUMERUSE"+
Within U.S.A.
and Canada
90 day
1 Year
2 Years
2 Years
2 Years
2 'n 10"
2'n 10"
Outside U.S,A.
and Canada
90 day
1 Year
1 Year
2 Years**
2 Years
2'n 10"
2 'n 10"
"COMMERCIAL USE" ++
Within
USA and Canada
No Warranty
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
2'n 10"
Outside
USA and Canada
No Warranty
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
1 Year
2 years on engine, 10 years on electronic ignition.
** 1 year for Australia/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.
+ For purposes of this warranty policy, "consumer use" shall mean consumer's personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.
++ For purposes of this warranty poticy, "commercial use" shall mean all other uses, including use for cemmercial, inceme producing, or rental purposes.
"i'The engine warranty category of your engine can be determined by review of the engine model number on the "Important Engine Information" decal. One letter in
the engine model number wilt be surrounded by patens (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) or (K) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation. IN CALIFORNIA
ONLY, THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEH CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties,
representations, or promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the engine or any of its parts, other than as set forth herein. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MARKETABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEH ENGINE OR PART(S)
THEREOF, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHOWN IN THE WARRANTY PERIOD CHART ABOVE
AND TO I_HE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND, OR EXPENSES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an impl{ed warranty lasts or
the exclusion or limitation ofincidental orcensequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state-to-state. 6-1-95
FILL IN: EXAMPLE: HMSK80 155000T (H) 5244A
ENGINE SPEC. WARRANTY SERIAL ENGINE SPEC. WARRANTY SERIAL
MODEL NUMBER PERIOD NUMBER MODEL NUMBER PERIOD NUMBER
TECUMSEH
TECUMSEH PRODUCTS COMPANY
Engine & Transmission Service Group Service Division • 900 North Street ° Grafton, WI, USA • 53024-1499
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lCALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA"), the California Air Resources Board ("CARB") and Tecumseh Products Co.
• are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your new utility or lawn and garden
equipment engine. In California, new 1995 and later utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed, built
and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. In other states, new 1997 and later model year engines must
be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road engines. Tecumseh
Products Co. will warrant the emission control system on your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine for the periods of
time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of your utility
or lawn and garden equipment engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor, ignition system and exhaust system. Also included
may be the compression release system and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Tecumseh Products Co. will repair your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine at
no cost to you for diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE
Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year California utility and lawn and garden equipment engines are war-
ranted for two years as hereinafter noted. In other states, 1997 and later model year engines are also warranted for two years.
If, during such warranty period, any emission-related part on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship, the part will
be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Products Co.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
As the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte-
nance listed in your Owner's Manual, but Tecumseh Products Co. will not deny warranty solely due to the lack of receipts or for
your failure to provide written evidence of the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you should, however, be aware that Tecumseh Products Co. may
deny you warranty coverage if your utility or lawn and garden equipment or a part thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your utility or lawn and garden equipment er_gineto a TectJms_eh Auth0rized Service Outlet
(any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse
Distributor) as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in areasonable amount of time, not to
exceed 30 days.
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by contacting Tecumseh
Products Co., c/o Service Manager, Engine and Transmission Group Service Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, WI 53024-
1499. Telephone [phone], or see your local telephone yellow pages under "Engines, Gasoline" for the name, address
and telephone number of a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet near you.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations under the Emission Control System Warranty ("ECS Warranty")
which is provided to you by Tecumseh Products Co. pursuant to California law. Tecumseh Products Co. also provides to
original purchasers of new Tecumseh Products Co. engines. The Tecumseh Products Co. Limited Warranties for New
Tecumseh Engine and Electronic Ignition Modules ('ql'ecumseh Products Co. Warranty") which is enclosed with all new
Tecumseh Products Co. engines on a separate sheet. The ECS Warranty applies only to the emission control system of your
new engine: To the extent that there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Products Co.
Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any circumstances in which the Tecumseh Products Co. Warranty may
provide a longer warranty period. Both the ECS Warranty and the Tecumseh Products Co. Warranty describe important rights
and obligations with respect to your new engine.
Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Products Co. Authorized Service Outlet, or by Tecumseh Products
Co. at its factory in Grafton, WI. At the time of requesting warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date of sale to
the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay any charges for making service calls and/or for transporting the products to
and from the place where the inspection and!or warranty work is performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any
damage or loss incurred in connection with the transportation of any engine or any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection and/
or warranty work.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Tecumseh Products Co. at
1-414-377-2700.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Emission Control System Warranty ("ECS Warranty") for 1995 and later model year California utility and lawn and garden equip-
ment engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines):
A.APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California utility and lawn and garden equipment
engines (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine
or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
B.GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Tecumseh Products Co. warrants to the original, end-use purchaser of the
new engine or equipment and to each subsequent purchaser that each of its utility and lawn and garden equipment engines is:
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources Board pursuant to
its authority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code, and
2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at any time during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a warranted
emissions-related part to fail to be identical in all material respects to the part as described in the engine manufacturer's
application for certification.
C. The ECS Warranty only pertains to emissions-related parts on your engine, as follows:
1.Any warranted, emissions-related parts which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the Owner's
Manual shall be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the ECS Warranty Period, it shall be
repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Products Co. according to Subsection 4 below. Any such part repaired or replaced under
the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of the ECS Warranty Period.
2. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled only for regular inspection as specified in the Owner's Manual shall
be warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. A statement in such written instructions to the effect of "repair or replace as
necessary", shall not reduce the ECS Warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be
warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period.
3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the Owner's Manual,
shall be warranted for the period of time pdor to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the part fails prior to the
first scheduled replacement, the part shall be repaired or replaced by Tecumseh Products Co. according to Subsection 4
below. Any such emissions-related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of
the ECS Warranty Period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for such emissions-related part.
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-related part under this ECS Warranty shall be performed at no charge to
the owner at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet.
5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a part covered by the ECS Warranty
is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet.
6. Tecumseh Products Co. shall be liable for damages to other original engine components or approved modifications proximately
caused by a failure under warranty of an emission-related part covered by the ECS Warranty.
7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Tecumseh Products Co. shall maintain a supply of warranted emission-related parts
sufficient to meet the expected demand for such emission-related parts.
8. Any Tecumseh Products Co. authorized and approved emission-related replacement part may be used in the performance of
any ECS Warranty maintenance or repair and will be provided without charge to the owner. Such use shall not reduce
Tecumseh Products Co. ECS Warranty obligations.
9. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modify or repair a Tecumseh Products Co. engine. Such use voids
this ECS Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS Warranty claim. Tecumseh Products Co. shall not
be liable hereunder for failures of any warranted parts of a Tecumseh Products Co. engine caused by the use of such an
unapproved add-on or modified part.
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Carburetor Assembly and its Internal Components
a) Fuel filter
b) Carburetor gaskets
c) Intake pipe (
2. Air Cleaner Assembly
a) Air filter element
4. Catalytic Muffler (if so equipped)
a) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)
b) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly and its Components
a) Breather connection tube
3, Ignition System, including:
a) Spark plug
b) Ignition module
c) Flywheel assembly
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