Tecumseh LV148EA, LV148XA specifications Filling Oil Sump, Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick

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B. Filling Oil Sump

I.Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick

If your engine has a dipstick go to step 1. If your engine does NOT have a dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)" instructions below.

1.Be sure engine is upright and level.

2.Unscrew oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. See Figures 7 and 8.

3.Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.

4.Unscrew and remove oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube. Note oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark, slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See Figure 6 on page 4. Afterward, continue reading instructions below.

5.Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.

6.Wipe away any spilled oil.

NOTE

To change oil for engines with a dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick" instructions on page 14.

II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)

If your engine does NOT have a dipstick go to step 1. If your engine has a dipstick, see "I. Oil Fill Cap With Dipstick" instructions above.

1.Be sure engine is upright and level.

2.Clean area around oil fill plug. See Figure 9.

3.Unscrew oil fill plug.

4.Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.

5.Screw oil fill plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.

6.Wipe away any spilled oil.

NOTE

To change oil for engines without a dipstick, see "II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)" instructions on page 16.

 

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Spark Plug Cap

 

 

 

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Spark Plug Wire

 

 

 

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Oil Fill Cap Dipstick

 

 

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Starter Cord Handle

 

 

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Fuel Fill Cap

 

 

 

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Air Cleaner

 

 

 

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Primer

 

 

 

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Carburetor

 

 

 

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Muffler

 

 

 

Figure 7. Engine With Oil Fill Dipstick

Figure 8. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick

Figure 9. Engine With Oil Fill Plug

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Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

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Contents LV148EA/LV148XA LV156EA/LV156XA LV195EA/LV195XA Tecumseh Contact Information Safety DefinitionsAvoid Gasoline Fires General Safety PrecautionsAdult Supervision of Operation, Refueling and Maintenance Avoid Carbon Monoxide PoisoningUse Hearing Protection Do not Modify EngineAvoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces Avoid Accidental StartsEngine Identification Decal II. How to Get ServiceTecumseh Technician’s Handbook Fuel III. Oil and Fuel SpecificationsIV. Before Starting Your Engine OilOil Fill Cap With Dipstick Filling Oil SumpII. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick Oil Fill Plug To OFF Position Filling Fuel TankFront View Bottom View PositionIf your engine has Go to Starting Your EngineEngine Sections with Electric Starters Primer Bulb OnlyAir Cleaner Primer Carburetor Muffler Spark Plug Cap Spark Plug WireII. Choke Only Temperatures below 40F 5C Temperatures above 40F 5CIII. Primer Bulb and Choke Engine Sections with Recoil Starters Engine Sections with Recoil StartersPrimer Bulb Vent Hole III. Primer Bulb and Choke Grounding Post Connection Spark Plug Connection VII. MaintenanceVI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage Checking and Changing OilGas Cap Carburetor Side Up Oil Fill/Drain Tube Cap/Dipstick Typical Spark Plug Connection Gas Cap Oil Fill Plug Servicing Foam Filters Cleaning/Replacing Air CleanerRemoving Debris from Engine Spark PlugIV. Removal and Installation-Type B Air Cleaner III. Removal and Installation-Type a Air CleanerII. Servicing Paper Filters Tab B Foam Filter Slot Cover Tab a Paper Filter Body Removal and Installation-Type C Air CleanerVI. Removal and Installation-Type D Air Cleaner Retainer Slot Flange Paper Filter Tab CoverEngine Speed AdjustmentsVIII. Transporting Your Engine CarburetorIV. Fuel Treatment III. Fuel SystemII. Oil Cylinder Bore IV. BatteryExtended Storage Draining FuelPreventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires XI. Maintenance IntervalsMaintenance Intervals ProcedureDateOwner/Dealer 181-1215-14 Every 200 Hours or Seasonally 1. Replace Spark Plug Every 25 Hours or 3 Months Scheduled Maintenance Change OilFour-Cycle Engine Vertical Crankshaft Air-Cooled California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Emission Control System Warranty Consumer USE Commercial USE XII. Warranty Information