VII. Maintenance
An adult should perform maintenance on this engine. Only allow children to
perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation.
! WARNING | To prevent accidental starting when | |
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•Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. See Figures 35 and 36. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
•Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur.
•Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided.
•Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with a D.C. electric starter.
•Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.
•Remove ignition key, if provided.
Figure 35. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
NOTES
When disconnecting power cord, always disconnect power cord from outlet first; then disconnect power cord from switch box on engine. See Figure 37.
When connecting power cord, always connect power cord to switch box on engine first; then into outlet. See Figure 37.
A. Remote Choke
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions and contact an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
B. Changing Oil
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
•Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when engine is warm. See "A. Checking Oil Level" instructions on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
•Change oil after first 2 operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter. Engine should still be warm but NOT hot from recent use.
NOTES
To check oil on engines with an oil fill cap/dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick" instructions on page 5.
To check oil on engines with an oil fill cap/plug, see "II. Oil Fill Cap/Plug" instructions on page 5.
Figure 36. Typical Spark Plug Connection
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1. | Power Cord to Outlet |
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2. | Switch Box |
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3. | Starter Button |
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4. | Schuko Plug |
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5. | Power Cord to Switch Box on Engine | |
6. | Electric Starter Switch Box on Engine | |
Figure 37. Electric Starter Connections
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