Tecumseh LV148XA, LV148EA specifications Engine Sections with Recoil Starters

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7.If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start engine.

8.If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST” position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” position and start engine.

9.If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8, contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way.

B. Engine Sections with Recoil Starters

Only one of the following three sections will apply to your engine. See Table 4.

I.Primer Bulb Only

1.To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2.Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions). See Figures 21, 22 and 23.

Table 4. Engine Sections with Recoil Starters

If your engine has:

Go to:

 

 

 

 

Primer Bulb Only

Section B.I

 

 

Choke Only

Section B.II

 

 

Primer Bulb and Choke

Section B.III

 

 

3

2

1

1.Starter Cord Handle

2.Engine Throttle Control

3.Equipment Control

Figure 21. Typical Engine Controls

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

Figure 22. Typical Engine Symbols

3

2

1

1.“SLOW” Position

2.“RUN” Range

3.“FAST” Position

Figure 23. Start/Choke Control Positions

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Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

181-1215-14

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Contents LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA Safety Definitions Tecumseh 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 ProtectionII. How to Get Service Engine Identification DecalTecumseh Technician’s Handbook III. Oil and Fuel Specifications IV. Before Starting Your EngineOil FuelFilling Oil Sump Oil Fill Cap With DipstickII. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick Oil Fill Plug Filling Fuel Tank Front View Bottom ViewPosition To OFF PositionStarting Your Engine Engine Sections with Electric StartersPrimer Bulb Only If your engine has Go toSpark Plug Cap Spark Plug Wire Air Cleaner Primer Carburetor MufflerII. Choke Only Temperatures above 40F 5C Temperatures below 40F 5CIII. Primer Bulb and Choke Engine Sections with Recoil Starters Engine Sections with Recoil StartersPrimer Bulb Vent Hole III. Primer Bulb and Choke VII. Maintenance VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term StorageChecking and Changing Oil Grounding Post Connection Spark Plug ConnectionGas Cap Carburetor Side Up Oil Fill/Drain Tube Cap/Dipstick Typical Spark Plug Connection Gas Cap Oil Fill Plug Cleaning/Replacing Air Cleaner Removing Debris from EngineSpark Plug Servicing Foam FiltersIII. Removal and Installation-Type a Air Cleaner IV. Removal and Installation-Type B Air CleanerII. Servicing Paper Filters Removal and Installation-Type C Air Cleaner VI. Removal and Installation-Type D Air CleanerRetainer Slot Flange Paper Filter Tab Cover Tab B Foam Filter Slot Cover Tab a Paper Filter BodyAdjustments VIII. Transporting Your EngineCarburetor Engine SpeedIII. Fuel System IV. Fuel TreatmentIV. Battery Extended StorageDraining Fuel II. Oil Cylinder BoreXI. Maintenance Intervals Maintenance IntervalsProcedure Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass FiresDateOwner/Dealer 181-1215-14 Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance Change Oil Every 200 Hours or Seasonally 1. Replace Spark PlugFour-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty XII. Warranty Information Consumer USE Commercial USE