■■Kit containing cutting attachment shield, mounting bracket and hardware, this owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit for routine maintenance. Tool kits vary by model and may include a spark plug/screwdriver combi- nation wrench, and a scraper.

Specifications

Engine Name

T254

Engine Type

4-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled

Dry Weight (Without guard and strap)

5.0 kg/11.0 lb.

Bore x Stroke

34 x 27 mm

(1.3 x 1.1 in.)

Displacement

24.5 cc (1.5 cu. in.)

Fuel/Oil Ratio

50:1 with *ISO-L-EGD or JASO FD class engine oil

Fuel Tank Capacity

590 ml (20 oz.)

Carburetor Type

Diaphragm-type carburetor

Ignition

One-piece electronic, program-controlled

Spark Plug**

NGK CMR5H

Spark Plug Gap

0.6 mm

(0.024 in)

Torque

16.7 - 18.6 N∙m

(148-165 in • lbf)

Air Cleaner Type

Foam pre-filter; sealed felt main filter

Starting Method

Recoil

Stopping Method

Slide switch

Transmission Type

Automatic, centrifugal clutch w/bevel gear

Engine Idle Speed

3,000 RPM

Clutch Engagement Speed

4,100 RPM

Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.)

10,500 RPM

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III

The emission control system for the engine is EM/TWC (Engine Modification and 3-way Catalyst) and for the fuel tank the Control System is EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) or N (for nylon tank). Evaporative emission may be applicable to California models only.

An Emission Control Label is located on the unit. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY; information on label varies by engine FAMILY).

PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD)

The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

Assembly

IMPORTANT!

The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and “rear” refer to directions as viewed by the operator during normal operation.

Prior to Assembly

Before assembling, make sure you have all the components required for a complete unit and inspect unit and components for any damage.

■■Engine and shaft assembly ■■Cutting attachment shield ■■Cutting attachment

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