X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires

Local, state and federal laws may require use of a spark arrester to prevent fires. For example, it is a violation of California Public Resources Code (section 4442) to use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is equipped with a spark arrester. Spark arrester must be maintained in effective working order by owner and/or operator.

To determine if your engine has a spark arrester, locate the muffler on your engine. For example, the muffler discharge will have a spark arrester cover that reads “Tecumseh Screen Type 36085”.

If your engine does NOT have a spark arrester, you may purchase one from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. In some cases the muffler may need to be replaced to allow the spark arrester to be installed.

XI. Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance is one of the most important things that you can do to extend the life of your Tecumseh Engine. If you are unable to perform maintenance intervals yourself, consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.

ALWAYS promptly follow maintenance intervals listed in this manual. See Table 4.

Table 4.Maintenance Intervals
Procedure

Time

 

 

 

 

Change Oil

After First 2 hrs.

 

When Engine is Warm

 

 

Check Oil Level

5 hrs.

 

Or

 

Before Each Use

 

 

Clean Cooling Fins

5 hrs.

 

Or

 

Before Each Use

 

 

Change Oil

25 hrs.

 

Or

 

3 mos.

 

 

Check Spark Plug

100 hrs.

 

Or

 

Seasonally

 

 

Replace Spark Plug

200 hrs.

 

Or

 

Seasonally

 

 

First Scheduled MaintenanceAfter First 2 Hours When Engine is Warm 1. Change Oil

Date_______________Owner/Dealer

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