Removing Debris from Engine, Spark Plug | Tecumseh OV195EA, OV195XA

B. Removing Debris from Engine

Before each use, remove the air cleaner cover. Remove grass clippings, dirt and debris from the following areas:

•Levers and Linkage

•Cooling Fins

•Air Intake Screen

•Air Inlet

•Guards

Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct engine speed and reduce the risk of fire. See Figure 32.

C. Spark Plug

Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.

1.Clean area around spark plug.

2.Remove and inspect spark plug.

3.Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are:

•Pitted

•Burned

•Fouled with Deposits

4.Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap to—.030 (0.76 mm) if necessary. See Figure 33.

5.Install spark plug and tighten securely.

NOTE

A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Resistor Spark Plug.

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1.	Cooling Fins
2.	Air Intake Screen
3.	Levers and Linkage
4.	Spark Plug Connection

Figure 32. Debris Removal Locations

1. .030 in. (0.76 mm) Gap

2.Electrodes

3.Porcelain

Figure 33. Resistor Spark Plug

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Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

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OV195XA, OV195EA specifications

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Tecumseh OV195EA, OV195XA specifications Removing Debris from Engine, Spark Plug

Models: OV195XA OV195EA