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Four-Cycle Engine • L-Head • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
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E. Low Oil Shutdown Light
Some engines are equipped with an optional low oil
shutdown system that includes a light but does not include
a rocker switch. The float switch in this system will shut the
engine off while it is running if the oil level in the crankcase
falls below a predetermined level. Oil must be added to the
engine to bring the oil to the proper level before the engine
will start. If an attempt is made to start the engine before oil
is added, the light will flash as the engine rotates, and the
engine will not start. See Figure 11.
F.
Low Oil Shutdown System
Some engines are equipped with an optional low oil
shutdown system that does not have a rocker switch or a
light. The float switch in this system will shut the engine off
while it is running if the oil level in the crankcase falls below
a predetermined level. Oil must be added to the engine to
bring the oil to the proper level before the engine will start.
G. Filling Fuel Tank
An adult should fuel this engine.
NEVER allow children to refuel this
engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and
can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a
spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent
injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:
1.
Stop engine and allow it to cool before refueling.
2.
Be sure engine is outdoors and in a well-ventilated
area.
3.
Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove fuel fill cap.
See Figure 11.
4.
Using an approved red GASOLINE container, add fuel
slowly, being careful to avoid spilling. DO NOT overfill
fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow fuel to
expand without overflowing.
5.
Replace anti-splash fuel fill cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel before starting engine. If fuel is spilled DO
NOT start engine. Move machine away from area of
spillage. Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors are gone.
NOTES
Remove and discard white plastic fuel tank insert, if
provided. See Figure 12.
Replace a damaged or missing gas cap only with a genuine
Tecumseh replacement anti-splash fuel fill cap. Failure to do
so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY. See Figure 13.
6.
Be sure fuel valve (optional) is open. See Figure 14.
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WARNING
Figure 11. Engine Components
Figure 12. Fuel Cap Insert Symbol
1. Air Cleaner
2. Carburetor
3. Muffler
4. Muffler Guard
5. Oil Fill Cap
6. Spark Plug
7. Fuel Fill Cap
8. Low Oil Shutdown Light (Optional)
9. Starter Cord Handle
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