Tecumseh OH195XA, OH195EA, OH195XP, OH195EP Safety Definitions, Tecumseh Contact Information

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IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Safety Definitions

Statements in this manual preceded by the following words and graphics are of special significance:

!WARNING

Or

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potential situation which if not avoided, could result in equipment or property damage.

NOTE

Refers to important information and is placed in italic type.

It is recommended that you take special notice of all items discussed on the two next pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment.

Before operating this engine it is your responsibility to read this Operator’s Manual. Follow these basic rules for your personal safety:

Keep this manual handy at all times for future reference.

Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-way Catalyst (if so equipped).

Tecumseh Contact Information

For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402.

©Copyright 2006

Tecumseh Power Company

All Rights Reserved

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Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

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Contents OH195EA/OH195XA OH195EP/OH195XP Safety Definitions Tecumseh Contact InformationAvoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning General Safety PrecautionsAdult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance Avoid Gasoline FiresAvoid Accidental Starts Do Not Modify EngineAvoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces Use Hearing ProtectionEngine Identification Decal II. How to Get ServiceIII. Oil and Fuel Specifications Tecumseh Technician’s HandbooksChecking Oil Level IV. Before Starting Your EngineFuel Filling Oil SumpFilling Fuel Tank II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick Oil Fill PlugOptional Fuel Valve Engine Stop SwitchStarting Your Engine Engines with Electric StartersII. Engine With Choke Engine Primer Bulb Full Choke Position No Choke PositionEngines with Recoil Starters Typical Engine Symbols Checking and Changing Oil VII. MaintenanceVI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage Spark Plug Cleaning/Replacing Air CleanerRemoving Debris from Engine Servicing Foam Pre-FiltersII. Servicing Paper Filters III. Removal and Installation of Air FiltersAnti-Icing Baffle Alternator Optional AdjustmentsVIII. Transporting Your Engine CarburetorExtended Storage IX. Storing Your EngineShort Term/Seasonal Storage III. Oil IV. BatteryII. Oil Cylinder Bore XI. Maintenance Intervals Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass FiresEvery 200 Hours or Seasonally 1. Replace Spark Plug Four-Cycle Engine Horizontal Crankshaft Air-Cooled Four-Cycle Engine Horizontal Crankshaft Air-Cooled California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty XII. Warranty Information Consumer USE Commercial USE