Harbor Freight Tools 96156 manual Operating Instructions, Starting the Engine

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Operating Instructions

Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before installation or use of this product.

 

 

 

 

Engine Controls

Fuel Tank

 

Starter

Cap

 

Handle

Oil Fill

Brake

arm

Oil Fill - The oil fill cap has a dipstick attached. The crosshatch pattern at the bottom of the dipstick is the proper oil range. Before each use, check that the oil level is at the top of the cross hatched pattern, but not above that level.

Brake Arm - This must be held back to allow the engine to operate. It will force the engine to stop when released.

Starter Handle - This is pulled to start the engine.

Fuel

Valve

Choke Control

Fuel Valve - This controls the fuel supply to the engine.

The horizontal position is closed (off). The vertical position is open (on).

Choke Control - This controls the air-fuel ratio for starting the engine.

The released position is open (run). The engaged position is closed (start).

Starting the Engine

Inspect engine looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts before installation and starting. If any problems are found, do not use engine until fixed properly.

Checking and Filling Engine Oil

CAUTION! Your Warranty is VOID if the engine’s crankcase is not properly filled with oil before each use. Before each use, check the oil level. Do not run the engine with low or no engine oil. Running the engine with no or low engine oil WILL permanently damage the engine.

1.Clean the top of the dipstick and the area around it. Remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag.

2.Reinsert the dipstick without threading it in and remove it to check the oil level.

 

 

REV 10f

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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SKU 96156

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Contents For technical questions or replacement parts, please call Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight ToolsContents Installation precautions Save This ManualOperating precautions Carbon Monoxide Hazard Using an engine indoorsService precautions Unpacking SpecificationsInstallation See Figure a Make sure the hardware does not contact moving partsOperating Instructions Starting the EngineTo shut off the engine, release the mower’s brake handle Break-in Period Maintenance Procedures Air Filter Element MaintenanceServicing SKU For technical questions, please callEvery 25 Operation Hours Thereafter Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication ScheduleAfter Initial 20 Operation Hour Period Storage Troubleshooting Engine will not startProblem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misfires Engine stopsSuddenly Engine knocksParts List Part Description ’tyAssembly Diagram Emission Control System Warranty Please Read the Following CarefullyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities
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