Warranty and Specifications ..........................................Back Cover
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Important Safety Information
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WARNING
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions
and safety information before operating this gasoline engine.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow
anyone to operate this gasoline engine who has not read this
manual. As with all power equipment, a gasoline engine can be
dangerous if used improperly. Do not operate this gasoline engine
if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.
Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.dirtyhandtools.com if you have any
questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.
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Intended Use
Do Not Use the gasoline engine for any purpose other than for
which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and may
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER
!
DANGER
READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
General Safety
Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation
instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury
or death.
• Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do
not permit others that have not read and understood the complete
Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
• Do not operate the gasoline engine when under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Do not allow a person who is tired or otherwise impaired or not
completely alert to operate the gasoline engine.
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Important Safety Information
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DANGER
DO NOT place ngers, hands or body near the engine
when it is running.
• Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order.
• Do not transport the equipment with the engine running.
• Do not tilt the machine while the engine is running.
• Do not leave the engine unattended when it is running. Turn off
the engine before leaving the area.
• Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper
ventilation as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon
monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and deadly poisonous.
• Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the
engine to cool completely.
• Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or cover over the
carburetor air-intake removed, except for adjustment.Removal of
such parts could create a fire hazard.
• e muer and engine become very hot with use and can cause
a severe burn; do not touch. Allow the engine to cool before
refueling, doing maintenance, or making adjustments.
Safety Decals
Safety labels on the gasoline engine are to remind you of important
information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all safety
warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace
missing or defaced decals. Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals.
E x pl osive fuel c an c ause fire or
serious b urns.
S T O P engine b efore fueling. DO N O T S M O K E .
L eave 5 / 8 inc h ( 16 mm) emp ty at top of tank for fuel
ex p ansion. DO N O T T O U C H M U F F L E R .
R ead O p eration M anual for other W arnings!
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Engine Components
Setup the engine for use outside in a well ventilated area on a
level, stable surface away from doors, windows, vents, etc.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.
TH R O TTL E
C H O K E
A I R
C L E A N E R
F U E L
V A L V E
R E C O I L
S TA R TE R
M U F F L E R
E N G I N E
O N / O F F
S W I TC H
F U E L
F I L L C A P
O I L D R A I N
P L U G
F U E L
TA N K
O I L F I L L
D I P S TI C K
Fuel Valve
e fuel valve opens and closes the passage between the fuel
tank and the carburetor. e fuel valve must be ON for the
engine to run. Keep the fuel valve in the OFF position when
not in use.
rottle
e throttle controls engine speed. Moving the throttle to the
left makes the engine run faster.
Engine Switch
e engine switch turns the ignition system on and off. e
engine switch must be ON for the engine to run.
Choke
e choke opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor.
e CLOSE position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a
cold engine. e OPEN position is the correct fuel mixture for
operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine.
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Filling with Gasoline and Oil
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WARNING
FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POISONOUS
ALWAYS FILL THE TANK WITH
ENGINE OFF AND COOL.
ALWAYS CHECK THE FUEL LEVEL
BEFORE OPERATING.
E N G I N E
O N / O F F
S W I TC H
To prevent serious injury and fire:
1. Do not add fuel while the engine
is hot or running.
2. Do not smoke while filling with fuel.
3. Do not overfill.
Empty fuel before storage.
O I L F I L L
D I P S TI C K
101127
WARNING
GASOLINE
FUEL ONLY!
DO NOT USE
DIESEL FUEL
Allow the engine to cool for at least two minutes before
removing the fuel cap.
1. Place the gasoline engine on a level surface. Set up the engine
outdoors in a well-ventilated, dry area, away from building air
intakes. e engine should be protected from direct exposure
to rain and snow. Do not set up the engine on a conductive
surface such as a metal deck.
2. e fuel tank holds approximately 2.55 gallon of fuel. 86+
octane unleaded gasoline is recommended. Do not fill above
the top of the fuel filter. Replace the fuel cap securely and wipe
any excess from the fuel tank before starting the engine.
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WARNING
DO NOT REFUEL INDOORS OR NEAR ANY SOURCE
OF POSSIBLE COMBUSTION.
101120
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE.
3. Add engine oil to the upper level of the oil filler hole. SAE
10/30 motor oil is recommended for most environmental
1 0 1 0 7 1
conditions. e oil capacity is 0.63 quarts (0.6L) for Model
G200F(D)A.
Note: Do not thread the dipstick in when checking the oil level.
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Operation Precautions
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DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
USING A GASOLINE ENGINE INDOORS
CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
is is a poison you cannot see or smell.
1. Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order.
2. NEVER place fingers, hands, or body near the engine when it
is running.
3. Keep all people (except the operator) a minimum of six feet
from the engine during operation.
4. Do not transport with the engine running.
5. Operate on level ground. Do not tilt the machine while the
engine is running.
6. Do not leave the gasoline engine unattended when it is
running. Turn off the engine before leaving the area.
7. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Gasolinepowered engines may ignite the dust or fumes.
8. Do not use this piece of equipment while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
9. Parts, especially exhaust system components, get very hot
during use. Stay clear of hot parts.
10. Do not cover the engine during operation.
DANGER
U S I N G A N E N G I N E I N D O O R S
C A N K I L L Y O U I N M I N U TE S
E x haust c ontains c arb on monox ide
whic h is a poison
that y ou c annot see or smell.
N ever use inside a h ouse
or g arag e even w ith doors
and w indow s open!
U se onl y outside aw ay
from w indow s,
doors and vents!
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Operation
C L O S E
C H O K E
Figure 1
TH R O TTL E
O P E N
F U E L
V A L V E
Engine Start
1. Turn the engine’s fuel valve to OPEN (see Figure 1).
2. Turn the engine’s choke lever to START (see Figure 2). Set the
choke lever to the run position only when the engine has started
or upon restarting a warm engine.
3. Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about
1/3 of the way toward the FAST position (see Figure 1).
4. Turn the engine power switch to the ON position (see Figure 3).
5. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until you meet some
resistance. Pull the recoil starter with a rapid full arm stroke
allowing the starter rope to rewind slowly. Repeat as necessary
until the engine starts running.
6. After the engine warms up and starts running normally, move
the choke lever to the RUN position (see Figure 4).
Note: Allow the engine to warm up for about 3 minutes before
moving the choke lever to the RUN position.
7. Move the rottle to the desired engine speed. (To the left is
FAST and to the right iss SLOW).
E N G I N E O N / O F F
S W I TC H
Figure 2
Figure 3
O P E N
C H O K E
e rst 25 hours of operation is the break-in period. Breaking-
in the engine will help ensure proper equipment and engine
operation, and will extend the engine’s lifespan. After the first 25
hours of use drain and replace the engine oil. (See Changing the
Engine Oil, page 13)
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CAUTION
e warranty is void if the engine is not broken in properly.
Engine Shut O
1. Move the throttle to the SLOW position.
2. Turn the engine’s power switch to OFF to stop the engine.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
4. Allow the engine to completely cool down before storing, at least
20 minutes.
5. For any lengthy time of storage, more than 20 days, completely
empty the fuel from the engine’s fuel tank and engine’s fuel lines.
Cover and store in a well ventilated area.
Figure 4
Note: In an emergency situation, to quickly shut off the engine
simply turn the ON/OFF Switch to OFF.
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Maintenance
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WARNING
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5)
MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL.
Disconnect the spark plug wire,
keeping it away from the spark plug.
Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance
and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the
engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for maintenance procedures.
Maintenance Checklist
Maintenance Before Monthly/ Every 6 Mo./ Annually/
Procedure Each Use 20 Hours 100 Hours
300 Hours
Check Engine Fuel Level X X X X
Check General Equipment Condition X
Check Air Cleaner X X X
Check Fuel Strainer X X X
Clean/Replace Air Filter* X X X
Check/Clean Spark Plug X X
Check/Adjust Idle Speed X X
Check/Adjust Valve Clearance X X
Clean Fuel Tank, Strainer & Carburetor X X
Clean Combustion Chamber** X
Replace Fuel Lines** X
* Change/clean air filter more frequently if in dusty environment
** Service performed by qualified technician
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Maintenance
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Figure 5
A I R
C L E A N E R
C O V E R
P A P E R
F I L TE R
F O A M
F I L TE R
WARNING
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL STARTING TURN THE POWER
SWITCH OF THE ENGINE TO ITS “OFF” POSITION.
Wait for the engine to cool, and remove the spark plug wire
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning.
Changing /Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Remove the wing nut from the air cleaner cover, and remove
the air cleaner cover.
2. Remove the wing nut from the air filter, and remove the filter.
3. Remove the foam filter from the paper filter.
4. Inspect both air filter elements, and replace them if they are
damaged. Always replace the paper air filter element at the
scheduled interval.
5. Clean the air filter elements if they are to be reused.
Paper Air Filter
Tap the filter element several times on a hard surface to remove
dirt, or blow compressed air not exceeding 30 psi through
the filter element from the inside. Never try to brush off dirt;
brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
Foam Air Filter
Clean in warm soapy water, rinse, and allow drying thoroughly.
Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow drying. Dip the
filter element in clean engine oil, and then squeeze out all excess
oil. e engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in
the foam.
6. Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner base and cover,
using a moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the
air duct that leads to the carburetor.
7. Place the foam air filter element over the paper element, and
reinstall the assembled air filter. Be sure the gasket is in place
beneath the air filter. Tighten the air filter wing nut securely.
8. Install the air cleaner cover, and tighten the cover wing nut
securely.
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Maintenance
Spark Plug Maintenance:
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from end of plug. Clean out debris
from around the spark plug.
2. Using the spark plug wrench provided, remove the spark plug.
Inspect the spark plug. If the electrode is oily, clean it using
a clean, dry rag. If the electrode has deposits on it, polish it
using emery paper. If the white insulator is cracked or chipped,
replace the spark plug.
3. When installing a new spark plug, adjust the plug’s gap to
the specication on the technical specication chart. Do
not pry against the electrode or the insulator, the spark plug
can be damaged (see Figure 6). A recommended spark plug
replacement is F7RTC or other equivalent.
4. Install the new spark plug or the cleaned spark plug into the
engine. Gasket style spark plugs should be nger-tightened
until the gasket contacts the cylinder head, then turned about
1/2 to 2/3 more rotation. Non-gasket-style spark plugs should
be nger-tightened until the plug contacts the head, then
about 1/16 turn more.
S P A R K P L U G G A P
0 . 0 2 8 ” - 0 . 0 3 1 ”
( 0 . 7 0 m m - 0 . 8 0 m m )
Figure 6
Sediment Cup Cleaning
1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position, and then remove the
fuel sediment cup and o-ring (see Figure 7).
2. Wash the sediment cup and O-ring in nonflammable solvent,
and dry them thoroughly.
3. Place the O-ring in the fuel valve, and install the sediment cup.
Tighten the sediment cup securely.
4. Move the fuel valve to the ON position, and check for leaks.
Replace the O-ring if there is any leakage.
Idle Speed Adjustment
1. Start the engine outdoors, and allow it to warm up to
operating temperature.
2. Move the throttle lever to its slowest position.
3. Turn the throttle stop screw to obtain the standard idle speed,
(see Figure 8). Standard idle speed: 1,800±150 rpm
O - R I N G
S E D I M E N T
C U P
Figure 7
TH R O TTL E
S TO P
S C R E W
Figure 8
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O I L D R A I N
P L U G
O I L F I L L
D I P S TI C K
Maintenance
!
WARNING
OIL IS VERY HOT DURING OPERATION AND CAN
CAUSE BURNS. WAIT FOR ENGINE TO COOL
BEFORE CHANGING OIL.
Wait for the engine to cool, and remove the spark plug wire
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
Changing the engine oil
1. Make sure the engine is stopped and is level.
2. Close the fuel valve.
3. Place a drain pan underneath the crankcase’s drain plug.
4. Remove the drain plug and, if possible, tilt the crankcase
slightly to help drain the oil out.
5. Replace the drain plug and tighten it.
6. Clean the top of the dipstick and the area around it. Remove
the dipstick by threading it counterclockwise, and wipe it off
with a clean lint free rag.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
30W
10W - 30W
5W - 30W
- 2 0 0 2 0 4 0 6 0 8 0 1 0 0 ° F
AVERAGE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE
Note: Do not thread the dipstick in when checking the oil level.
7. Add the appropriate type of oil until the oil level is at the full
level. SAE 10W-30 oil is recommended for general use for
temperatures above 32°F. Use SAE 5W-30 for temperatures
consistently below 32°F.
8. read the dipstick back in clockwise.
!
WARNING
DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE WITH TOO LITTLE
OIL. THE ENGINE WILL BE PERMANENTLY
DAMAGED.
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Engine Troubleshooting
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WARNING
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5)
MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
e engine will not start.
• No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. • Add fuel and open fuel valve.
• Choke not in start position. • Place choke in START position and pull recoil starter.
• Low quality or deteriorated, old gasoline. • Drain fuel. Add fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline.
• Dirty fuel passageways blocking fuel flow. • Clean out fuel passageways using fuel additive.
• Carburetor needle stuck. Smell of fuel in air. • Gently tap side of carburetor with screwdriver handle.
• Too much fuel in chamber. • Turn choke to RUN position.
• Spark plug wire not connected securely. • Connect spark plug wire securely to spark plug.
• Spark plug electrode wet or dirty. • Remove and clean spark plug. Reinstall spark plug and restart.
• Incorrect spark plug gap. • Reset spark plug gap according to specifications.
• Cylinder not lubricated after long storage. • Remove spark plug. Pour tablespoon of oil into spark plug hole.
Replace spark plug. Crank engine a few times and try to start.
• Clogged fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter.
• If the engine still will not start, visit our web site at www.
dirtyhandtools.com or call 1-877-487-8275 for assistance.
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D R A I N
P L U G
Figure 9
Storage
Draining the Carburetor
1. Let the engine to cool and clean the engine with a cloth.
2. When the engine is to be stored for longer than 20 days,
prepare it for storage by emptying the fuel tank and
draining all fuel lines (see Figure 9). Clean out area around
spark plug and remove. Pour one tablespoon of engine oil
into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Reinstall the
spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected. Pull
recoil starter handle to distribute oil in the cylinder. Stop
after one or two revolutions when you feel the piston start
the compression stroke (when you start to feel resistance).
3. Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all uncoated
metal parts.
4. Cover and store in a dry, well-ventilated area out of reach
of children.
Adding a Fuel Stabilizer
An alternative to draining the carburetor for storage is to
add fresh gasoline and a fuel stabilizer to the gasoline tank.
When adding a fuel stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote
fuel deterioration during storage.
1. Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer’s
instructions.
2. After adding a fuel stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for
10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the
untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
3. Stop the engine, and move the fuel valve to the OFF
position.
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CAUTION
If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank
and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of
gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area
away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as
a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area
with a spark-producing electric motor, or where power tools
are operated. Leave the fuel valve in the OFF position to
reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Position the equipment
so the engine is level to avoid fuel or oil leakage.
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Warranty & Specications
IMPORTANT NOTICE
We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/
or specifications in this manual without notification. e manual is for
information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are
for reference only.
Warranty Repair and Service
Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair. Call
our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or
visit www.dirtyhandtools.com for the location of the nearest service center.
Record the information below for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Specications
SKU/Part No. 100372
Description Single cylinder, 4-Stroke, Forced Air Cooling, OHV
Engine 196cc
EPA/CARB Approved
Idle speed 1800±150
Fuel Type Unleaded Gasoline, 87+ Octane
Spark Plug Gap 0.028”~ 0.031”
0.7mm ~ 0.8mm
Starting Mode Recoil Starter
Sound Rating 70 dB
Dimensions 12.3”L x 14.8”W x 13.6”H
Weight 41.8 Lbs.
Accessories Spark Plug Wrench Included
*As rated by engine manufacturer
Dirty Hand Tools is a brand of
For Service or Questions
Call 1-877-487-8275
510 Pierce Avenue • Suite B
Louisville, CO 80027 • 720-287-5182
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