Tecumseh OV195XA, OV195EA specifications XII. Warranty Information, Consumer USE Commercial USE

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XII. Warranty Information

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW TECUMSEHPOWER ENGINES

AND ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULES

For the time period shown below from the date of purchase and subject to the exceptions and limitations described herein, TecumsehPower Company will, at its option as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part of any new TecumsehPower engine which is found, upon examination by any Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Outlet or by TecumsehPower’s Service Division, to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. This Limited Warranty DOES NOT COVER (i) any TecumsehPower engine or part(s) thereof used to power any vehicle in competitive racing and/or used on any commercial or rental track, or (ii) defects or damage caused by alterations or modifications of new TecumsehPower 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 TecumsehPower 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 where the inspection and/or warranty work is performed is payable solely by the purchaser. The purchaser is responsible for any damage or loss incurred 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 TECUMSEHPOWER AUTHORIZED SERVICE OUTLET. Warranty service can be arranged by contacting a TecumsehPower Authorized Service Outlet (any TecumsehPower Registered Service Dealer, TecumsehPower Authorized Service Distributor, or TecumsehPower Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting TecumsehPower Company c/o Service Manager, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin USA 53024-1499.

 

“CONSUMER USE” (4)

“COMMERCIAL USE” (5)

Warranty

Within

Outside

Within

Outside

 

 

 

 

 

Category (6)

U.S.A. and Canada

U.S.A. and Canada

U.S.A. and Canada

U.S.A. and Canada

(A)

90 Day

90 Day (1)

No Warranty

No Warranty

(B)

1 Year

1 Year (1)

1 Year

1 Year

(C)

2 Years

1 Year (1)

1 Year

1 Year

(D)

2 Years

2 Years (2)

1 Year

1 Year

(E)

2 Years

2 Years

1 Year

1 Year

 

 

 

 

 

(H)

2 ‘n 10 (3)

2 ‘n 10 (3)

1 Year

1 Year

(K)

2 ‘n 10 (3)

2 ‘n 10 (3)

2 ‘n 10 (3)

1 Year

(M) (7)

3 Years

3 Years

1 Year

1 Year

(1)2 years for Member States of the European Union. Consumers may have additional legal rights not affected by the terms of this warranty pursuant to EU Directive 1999/44/EC and the national legislation of certain Member States of the European Union.

(2)1 year for Australian/New Zealand for rotary mower engines.

(3)2 years on engine and 10 years (the first 5 years covering parts and labor only; the second 5 years covering parts only) on electronic ignition.

(4)For purposes of this warranty policy, “consumer use” shall mean consumer’s personal, residential, household use by the original retail purchaser.

(5)For purposes of this warranty policy, “commercial use” shall mean all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing, or rental purposes.

(6)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 will be surrounded by parenthesis (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (H) (K) or (M) and that letter is your engine warranty category designation.

(7)Qualification for three (3) year consumer use warranty under engine warranty category (M) may be determined by notation of an (M) designation on the “Important Engine Information” decal located on the engine housing or an addendum decal affixed adjacent thereto.

THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS SUPPLEMENTED BY THE TECUMSEHPOWER CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT, if any.

THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither TecumsehPower Company 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, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY TECUMSEHPOWER 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 THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF UNIT USE OR ANY COST OR EXPENSE OF SUBSTITUTE UNITS DURING PERIODS OF MALFUNCTION OR NON-USE. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 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.

TecumsehPower Company neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume for TecumsehPower Company any other obligations or liabilities in connection with or with respect to any TecumsehPower product or parts. The seller or dealer of a TecumsehPower product or part has no authority, whatsoever, to make any representations or promises on behalf of TecumsehPower Company or to modify the terms or limitations of TecumsehPower’s warranty in any way.

Revised February 2008

!WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

TecumsehPower Company • Grafton, Wisconsin 53024-1499 • USA

Telephone: 1-800-558-5402

Visit us at: www.TecumsehPower.com

181-1272-14

(English) 6/01/08

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Contents OV195EA/OV195XA Safety Definitions TecumsehPower Contact InformationGeneral Safety Precautions Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and MaintenanceAvoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Avoid Gasoline FiresDo not Modify Engine Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot SurfacesAvoid Accidental Starts Use Hearing ProtectionTechnician’s Handbook II. How to Get ServiceEngine Identification Decal III. Oil and Fuel Specifications OilFuel Fuel Component PercentageIV. Before Starting Your Engine Checking Oil LevelFilling Oil Sump Fill Between ULL Full and ADD MarksFilling Fuel Tank Front View Bottom ViewStarting Your Engine Engines with Electric StartersPrimer Bulb Only If your engine has Go toII. Choke Only Start/Choke Control PositionsIII. Primer Bulb and Choke Temperatures Above 40F 5CTemperatures Below 40F 5C Engines with Recoil Starters Engines with Recoil StartersPrimer Bulb Vent Hole Typical Engine Symbols Slow Position RUN Range Fast PositionChecking and Changing Oil VII. MaintenanceVI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage Typical Spark Connection Removing Debris from Engine Spark PlugCleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner II. Removal and Installation of Air CleanerServicing Paper Filter Paper Filter Slots Flange Tabs CoverAdjustments VIII. Transporting Your EngineCarburetor Engine SpeedExtended Storage IX. Storing Your EngineShort-Term/Seasonal Storage III. Oil IV. BatteryII. Oil Cylinder Bore XI. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance IntervalsProcedure Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass FiresEvery 25 Hours or 3 Months 1. Change Oil Every 200 Hours or Seasonally 1. Replace Spark Plug Four-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled Four-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled Four-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled Four-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled Four-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty XII. Warranty Information Consumer USE Commercial USE

OV195XA, OV195EA specifications

The Tecumseh OV195XA and OV195EA engines are notable members of Tecumseh's extensive lineup of reliable and efficient power products. Designed primarily for outdoor power equipment, these engines cater to diverse applications including lawn mowers, generators, and other small machinery. Both models are characterized by their compact design, robust performance, and user-friendly features.

One of the standout features of the OV195XA and OV195EA is their powerful 195cc displacement, which delivers a significant amount of torque for heavy-duty applications. The engines are equipped with a reliable overhead valve (OHV) configuration, enabling better combustion efficiency and improved power output. This design not only contributes to higher performance but also leads to enhanced fuel economy, an essential aspect for users looking to maximize efficiency.

These engines also incorporate a lightweight aluminum die-cast crankcase, which reduces overall weight without compromising strength. This material choice provides durability while making the engines easier to handle and install. The dual-element air cleaner enhances the engines' filtration systems, ensuring cleaner air intake and prolonging engine life by minimizing wear and tear.

The Tecumseh OV195XA and OV195EA engines are engineered with a focus on ease of maintenance. They feature an integrated fuel tank, allowing for quick and convenient refueling. Additionally, the side-access oil drain simplifies oil changes, making it easier for operators to maintain the engines without requiring specialized tools.

Another important aspect of these engines is their low vibration and noise levels. Designed with advanced technology that minimizes both sound and vibration, the OV195XA and OV195EA provide a more comfortable user experience, especially during prolonged operation.

In terms of starting, both engines offer easy recoil start mechanisms, ensuring that users can quickly get to work without the hassle of complicated starting procedures.

Overall, the Tecumseh OV195XA and OV195EA engines represent a blend of performance, durability, and user-friendly design. Their innovative features make them suitable for a broad range of applications, ensuring that they can meet the demands of both professional landscapers and DIY enthusiasts alike. With a focus on efficiency and reliability, these engines continue to uphold Tecumseh's legacy as a trusted manufacturer in the small engine market.
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