YARDMAX H200, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE MODEL NUMBER H200 SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label You should...

Page 2: ...ing for outdoor power equipment OPE to get the job done right at the right price YARDMAX delivers the perfect combination of performance and practicality YARDMAX has a solution that s right for you MA...

Page 3: ...ngine serial number on the front cover of this manual You will need this serial number when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquires DISCLAIMER Keep this owner s manual handy so y...

Page 4: ...including the operating speed of the engine in application environmental conditions maintenance and other variables SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with engines can be prevented if...

Page 5: ...D Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Avoid inhalation of exhaust gas Never run the engine in a closed garage or confined area OTHER EQUIPMENT Review the instructions provided with the equi...

Page 6: ...m The engine switch must be in the ON position for the engine to run Turning the engine switch to the OFF position stops the engine CHOKE LEVER The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the...

Page 7: ...w to the carburetor reducing engine performance Check the fuel level Starting with a full tank will help to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling CHECK THE EQUIPMENT POWERED BY THI...

Page 8: ...choke control rather than the engine mounted choke lever shown here Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position about 1 3 of the way toward the FAST position Some engine applications use a rem...

Page 9: ...lies to normal operating conditions If you operate your engine under unusual conditions such as sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions consult yo...

Page 10: ...Replace if necessary 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1 2 Emission related items Replace the paper element type only Service more frequently when used in dusty areas These items should be serviced by your serv...

Page 11: ...see an authorized servicing dealer Refuel in a well ventilated area before starting the engine If the engine has been running allow it to cool Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Do not fill above...

Page 12: ...n the API label on the oil container We recommend that you use API SERVICE Category SE or SF oil ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS SAE V i s c o s i t y Gr a d e s AMBIENT T EMP ERAT URE SEDIMENT CUP CLEANIN...

Page 13: ...operate an engine without a spark arrester Check local laws and regulations A spark arrester is available from authorized servicing dealers The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep...

Page 14: ...ueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline STORAGE PREPARATION CLEANING FUEL ADDING A FUEL STABILIZER TO EXTEND FUEL STORAGE LIFE Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force w...

Page 15: ...ervice life of the battery Check your engine as described in the chapter CHECK BEFORE OPERATION If the fuel was drained during storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a conta...

Page 16: ...th fuel flooded engine Gap or replace spark plugs Dry and reinstall spark plugs Start engine with throttle lever in FAST position 5 Take engine to an authorized servicing dealer or refer to manual Fue...

Page 17: ...ions to the carburetor If you always operate your engine at altitudes above 5 000 feet 1 500 meters have your servicing dealer perform this carburetor modification This engine when operated at high al...

Page 18: ...the same way but it is toxic This utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Tampering and Altering Tampering wi...

Page 19: ...equivalents Gap 0 028 0 031 in 0 70 mm 0 80 mm Carburetor Idle speed 1800 rpm 150 rpm Maintenance Each use Check engine oil Check air filter First 20 hours Change engine oil Subsequent Refer to the ma...

Page 20: ...SWITCH OIL ALERT UNIT OIL LEVEL SWITCH SPARK PLUG TRANSISTORIZED IGNITION UNIT Bl Bl R Bu WIRING DIAGRAMS Engine Type with Oil Alert and Without Electric Starting Bl BLACK Y YELLOW G GREEN 19 Wiring D...

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