Tecumseh OH195EP, OH195XA, OH195EA, OH195XP User Manual

Operator’s Manual

OH195EA/OH195XA

OH195EP/OH195XP

Four-Cycle Engine • Horizontal Crankshaft • Air-Cooled

Table of Contents

Safety Definitions ..............................................................................ii

I. General Safety Precautions ............................................................. 1

II. How to Get Service .......................................................................... 3

III. Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 3

IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4

V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 6

VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 10

VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 10

VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 13

IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 14

X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 16

XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 16

California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 20

Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 21

XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 22

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IMPORTANT NOTICE!

WARNING

CAUTION

Tecumseh Power Company

Safety Definitions

Statements in this manual preceded by the following words and graphics are of special significance:

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potential situation which if not avoided, could result in equipment or property damage.

NOTE

Refers to important information and is placed in italic type.

It is recommended that you take special notice of all items discussed on the two next pages and wear the appropriate safety equipment.

Before operating this engine it is your responsibility to read this Operator’s Manual. Follow these basic rules for your personal safety:

• Keep this manual handy at all times for future reference.

• Read it carefully and familiarize yourself with operating, maintenance, components and safety instructions.

Tecumseh Contact Information

For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact your nearest Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Find them on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: (EM) Engine Modification and (TWC) Three-way Catalyst (if so equipped).

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I. General Safety Precautions

WARNING

Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death. Call Tecumseh Power Company at 1-800-558-5402 or visit www.TecumsehPower.com if you have any questions.

A. Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas which may be present even if you do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.

To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:

• NEVER run engine indoors. Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels.

• NEVER run engine in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as barns, garages, basements, carports, under dwellings, or in pits.

• NEVER run engine outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a building through openings such as windows and doors.

B. Avoid Gasoline Fires

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:

• NEVER store engine with fuel in fuel tank inside a building with potential sources of ignition such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, electric motors, etc.

• NEVER remove fuel cap or add fuel when engine is running.

• NEVER start or operate the engine with the fuel fill cap removed.

• Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. Fill fuel tank outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

• DO NOT smoke while refueling tank.

• Use only an approved red GASOLINE container to store and dispense fuel. Tecumseh recommends purchasing gasoline in containers with a capacity of

2.5 gallons or less. Small containers are easier to handle and help eliminate spillage during refueling.

• DO NOT pour fuel from engine or siphon fuel by mouth. To empty fuel tank see "I. Draining Fuel" instructions on page 14.

C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling

and Maintenance

The manufacturer of the application may provide information about who is allowed to use this engine (see equipment manufacturer’s manual). Not everyone who is allowed to use this engine is capable of safely and responsibly operating, maintaining and/or fueling it. Tecumseh recommends the following:

• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel this engine. See "C. Filling Fuel Tank" instructions on page 5.

• An adult should perform maintenance on this engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on page

10. Only allow children to perform maintenance if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation.

• An adult should start the engine. See "G. Avoid Accidental Starts" instructions on page 2. Only allow children to start the engine if an adult has determined they are experienced and capable of such operation.

To avoid unsupervised operation of the engine, especially by children, NEVER leave it unattended when it is running.

D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts

NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft. See Figure 1, on page 2.

The equipment manufacturer may attach a sprocket and chain or pulley and belt to the engine shaft. If these parts are not properly guarded, or if you are not sure whether they are properly guarded, DO NOT use your engine; contact the equipment manufacturer. Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, etc. can become entangled in rotating parts, leading to serious injury or death. To avoid serious injury or death, be sure the flywheel guard is in place. See Figures 1and 2, on page 2.

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E. Do Not Modify Engine

WARNING

F. Avoid Burns and Fire from Hot Surfaces

The muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after the engine has stopped.

• To avoid severe burns on contact, NEVER operate the engine without the muffler guard in place, see Figure 2 and avoid hot areas of the engine.

• To reduce the risk of fire keep all materials that can burn, including grass and leaves, away from muffler and rest of engine. DO NOT operate, idle or park the engine application in long dry grass or other dry ground cover.

G. Avoid Accidental Starts

To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment always:

• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug. See Figures 3 and 4.

• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur.

• Attach the spark plug wire to the grounding post, if provided.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if engine is equipped with an electric starter.

• Turn off all engine switches.

• Remove ignition key, if provided.

H. Use Hearing Protection

Engine noise may cause hearing damage. Always wear hearing protection when operating an engine.

Use of this engine on fun-carts, go-karts, or mini-bikes can result in serious injury or death. Tecumseh manufactures the Power Sport line of engines for use in such applications. Consult your local Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.

Figure 1. DO NOT use Without Engine Shaft Guard

Figure 2. Typical Engine Guard Locations

Figure 3. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug

Figure 4. Typical Spark Plug Connection

1. Muffler Guard

2. Flywheel Guard

To avoid serious injury or death, DO NOT modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. NEVER tamper with factory setting of engine governor.

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II. How to Get Service

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Figure 5. Engine Identification Label

Figure 6. Technician’s Handbook

Table 1. Recommended Engine Oil

TECUMSEH POWER COMPANY

THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE ENGINES

LV195EA

361540D

4TPXS.1951BB 195

04015AA0001

2083

ENGINE MODEL:

SPEC:

D.O.M.:

4 -CYCLE OVERHEAD VALVE ENGINES

TECHNICIAN'S HANDBOOK

-20 F

32 FO 32 F

40 F

-20 C

20 F

40 C

30 C

20 C

10 C

0 C

-10 C

-30 C

0 F

60 F

80 F

100 F

Straight Grade

730225A or SAE 30

Tecumseh Part No.

Multi Grade

730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10

Tecumseh Part No.

Synthetic

730263 or SAE 0W30

Tecumseh Part No.

Tecumseh Recommended Oil Usage

A. Engine Identification Decal

A sample engine identification decal (See Figure 5.) indicates the engine’s model number, specification of engine and the date of manufacture (D.O.M.). Please look at the decal on your engine and fill in this information in the spaces provided for future reference.

The engine identification decal also includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPA and/or CARB. To find the life period specification for your engine, please look on your engine’s decal and find the letter enclosed by quotation marks between the words MODERATE and LIFE PERIOD. Match one of the following letters with the letter printed on your decal. For example, OH models are designated as “C” 125 hours, “B” 250 hours, and “A” 500 hours.

B. Tecumseh Technician’s Handbooks

If you have a general understanding of internal combustion engines and wish to repair and service your engine and/or engine emission control systems yourself, a Technician’s Handbook is available from your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. See Figure 6. This handbook covers repairs and adjustments not covered within this Operator’s Manual, and it is intended for individuals who have had adequate training, experience and who practice proper tool usage. Service procedures should be clearly understood and practiced when servicing Tecumseh Engines. Order as part no. 695244A for OH models.

Tecumseh manufactures and is responsible only for the engine used on this power equipment. If repair or service is needed for anything other than the engine, contact the service source recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

III. Oil and Fuel Specifications

A. Oil

To operate engine you need to use a clean, high quality, detergent oil. For recommended engine oil, See Table 1.

NOTES

Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.

Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil consumption. SAE10W40 is not recommended.

The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 1-1/4 U.S. Pints (.62 liters).

Tecumseh special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.

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B. Fuel

CAUTION

Table 2. Recommended Fuel

Fuel Component Percentage

Ethanol 10%

Grain Alcohol (“Gasohol”) 10%

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%

ETBE (Ethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%

Figure 7. Engine Oil Level

Figure 8. Engine with Oil Fill Dipstick

FULL

ADD

Fill between “Full” and “ADD” Marks

1. Carburetor

2. Primer

3. Muffler

4. Spark Plug Cap

5. Oil Fill Cap

6. Fuel Fill Cap

7. Engine Stop Switch

8. Starter Cord Handle

9. Speed Control

10.Air Cleaner

Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the following components identified in Table 2.

• DO NOT use leaded fuel.

• Fuel must be fresh and clean. NEVER use fuel left over from last season or stored for long periods.

• NEVER mix oil with fuel.

• DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol (Wood Alcohol).

Tecumseh engines. Alternative fuels with high alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine performance, and may cause internal engine damage.

Damage and/or performance problems that will occur from use of fuels, other than those listed in the Operator’s Manuals will not be considered warranty.

The use of alternative fuels such as E85 or E20 are not recommended for use in

NOTE

IV. Before Starting Your Engine

A. Checking Oil Level

To avoid engine damage, it is important to:

• Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when engine is warm. Check oil level more frequently during engine break-in.

• Keep oil level between “FULL” and “ADD” marks on dipstick. See Figure 7.

• Insure oil fill cap/plug is tightened securely.

NOTES Do not overfill oil filler. Doing so may result in oil carry-over to the air cleaner and equipment malfunction or damage.

Do not allow oil level to fall below the “ADD” mark on dipstick. Doing so may result in equipment malfunction or damage.

Contact your Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer for Tecumseh Oil.

B. Filling Oil Sump

I. Oil Fill Cap or Oil Fill Plug with Dipstick

If your engine has an oil fill cap go to step 1. If your engine has an oil fill plug see "II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)" instructions on page 5.

1. Be sure engine is upright and level.

2. Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick

clean. See Figure 8.

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NOTE

WARNING

Figure 9. Other Possible Oil Fill Locations

Figure 10. Fuel Cap Insert Symbol

Figure 11. Possible Anti-Splash Fuel Fill Cap(s)

Figure 12. Fuel Valve Positions

1. Oil Fill Plug With Dipstick

2. Oil Fill Plug

Front View

Bottom View

Turn Valve Clockwise To “Off” Position

Fuel Valve “Open” Position Shown

Fuel Tank

Some engine models feature an oil fill plug with an attached dipstick. See Figure 9.

3. Screw oil fill cap or oil fill plug back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap or oil fill plug from oil

filler tube. Note oil level. If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark, slowly add oil to reach “FULL” level. See Figure 7 on page 4.

5. Screw oil fill cap or oil fill plug back into oil filler tube.

Tighten securely.

6. Wipe away any spilled oil.

II. Oil Fill Cap Without Dipstick (Oil Fill Plug)

If your engine has an oil fill plug go to step 1. If your engine has an oil fill cap see "I. Oil Fill Cap or Oil Fill Plug with Dipstick" instructions on page 4.

1. Be sure engine is upright and level.

2. Clean area around oil fill plug. See Figure 9.

3. Unscrew oil fill plug.

4. Add oil to overflow point, making sure to avoid spilling.

5. Screw oil fill plug back into oil fill hole. Tighten securely.

6. Wipe away any spilled oil.

C. Filling Fuel Tank

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 8 on page 4.

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.

Remove and discard white plastic fuel tank insert, if provided. See Figure 10.

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 11.

An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel this

NOTES

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D. Engine Stop Switch

WARNING

Figure 13. Typical Engine Symbols

Figure 14. Engine Components

STOP

STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER

1. Carburetor

2. Primer

3. Muffler

4. Spark Plug Cap

5. Oil Fill Cap

6. Fuel Fill Cap

7. Engine Stop Switch

8. Starter Cord Handle

9. Speed Control

10.Air Cleaner

Some engines are equipped with an optional Stop Switch. This rocker switch is used to shut off the ignition that supplies the spark plug with power. Pressing the "OFF" position will turn the engine off when it is running. This switch must be in the “ON” position or the engine will not start. See Figure 14.

E. Optional Fuel Valve

Some engines are equipped with an optional fuel valve. See Figure 12

V. Starting Your Engine

experienced and capable of such operation.

Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. To avoid serious burn injuries or damage to your engine, DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this engine in any other way. For example:

• DO NOT use starting fluid.

• DO NOT spray flammable vapors into carburetor or onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT put flammable liquids into carburetor or onto air cleaner.

• DO NOT operate engine or pull on starter rope with spark plug removed. Fuel can spray from spark plug hole and ignite.

This section contains starting instructions for several different types of engines. In order to locate the instructions that apply to your engine, first determine what type of starter you have. If you have an electric starter see "A. Engines with Electric Starters" instructions below. If you have a manual recoil starter, see "B. Engines with Recoil Starters" instructions on page 8.

An adult should start the engine. Only allow children to start engine if an adult has determined they are

If you are unable to start this engine after following instructions in this manual, contact your Authorized

A. Engines with Electric Starters

Only one of the following two sections will apply to your engine. See Table 3.

Table 3. Engine Sections with Electric Starters

If your engine has: Go to:

Primer Bulb Only Section A.I

Choke Only Section A.II

I. Engine With Primer Bulb

1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

2. Move Equipment Control (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions) or Engine Throttle Control to “FAST” position. See Figures 13 and 14.

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