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Operator’s Manual
OV195EA/OV195XA
Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions.........................................ii
I. General Safety Precautions ............................................................. 1
II. How to Get Service .......................................................................... 3
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 4
IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 5
V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 7
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 13
VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 13
VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 17
IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 18
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 20
XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 20
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 28
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 29
XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 30
181-1272-14
(English) 6/01/08
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IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Safety Definitions
Statements in this manual preceded by the following words
and graphics are of special significance:
Or
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which
if NOT avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if NOT
avoided, may result in minor or moderate 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 next two 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.
Notice Regarding Emissions
NOTE
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.)
TecumsehPower Contact Information
For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service
NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest
Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them
on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call
TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for
additional information.
!
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
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Tecumseh
Products Company and are used by TecumsehPower Company under license from Tecumseh Products Company.
TecumsehPower Company is no longer owned by Tecumseh Products Company nor is it associated or affiliated in any
way with Tecumseh Products Company.
©Copyright 2006, 2008
TecumsehPower Company
All Rights Reserved
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I. General Safety Precautions
!
WARNING
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 fill 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. TecumsehPower
Company 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 18.
C. Adult Supervision of Operation, Refueling
and Maintenance
The manufacturer of the equipment 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.
TecumsehPower Company recommends the following:
• An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow
children to refuel this engine. See "C. Filling Fuel
Tank" instructions on page 6.
• An adult should perform maintenance on this
engine. See "VII. Maintenance" instructions on
page 13. 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. Remove ignition key, if equipped.
D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts
NEVER operate the engine with an unguarded engine shaft
or flywheel. 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 Figure 1 on page 2.
Read equipment manufacturer’s manual and this
material thoroughly before using this engine. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death. Consult your
local Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call
1-800-558-5402, or go to www.TecumsehPower.com for
additional information.
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E. DO NOT Modify Engine
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.
!
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,
STAY AWAY from hot areas of
engine. DO NOT operate the engine
without the muffler guard in place,
if equipped.
• 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
engine powered equipment in long dry grass or
other dry ground cover.
G. Avoid Accidental Starts
To prevent accidental starting when working on equipment
always:
• Carefully disconnect spark plug wire and keep it
away from spark plug. See Figures 2 and 3.
• Keep the disconnected spark plug wire
securely away from metal parts where arcing
could occur.
• Carefully attach the spark plug wire to the
grounding post, if provided.
• Disconnect battery at negative terminal first, if
engine is equipped with a DC electric starter.
• Turn all engine switches to “OFF” position.
• 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. TecumsehPower
Company manufactures the Power Sport line of engines
for use in such applications. Consult your local Authorized
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer, call 1-800-558-5402,
or visit www.TecumsehPower.com for additional information.
Figure 1. Typical Muffler and Flywheel Guard Locations
Figure 2. Disconnecting/Connecting Spark Plug
Figure 3. Typical Spark Plug Connection
DO NOT USE AS SHOWN
1. Engine with Flywheel Guard
2. Engine without Flywheel and Muffler Guard
1
2
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II. How to Get Service
For engine adjustments, repairs or warranty service
NOT covered in this manual, contact your nearest
Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. Find them
on our website at www.TecumsehPower.com or call
TecumsehPower Company at 1-800-558-5402 for
additional information.
A. Engine Identification Decal
A sample engine identification decal is located in the next
column and indicates the engine’s model number,
specification and date of manufacture (DOM). See Figure 4.
NOTES
Please look at the decal on your engine.
Fill in the engine 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.
• OV models are designated as “C” 125 hours,
“B” 250 hours and “A” 1,000 hours.
B. Technician’s Handbook
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
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer. See Figure 5. 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
TecumsehPower engines.
• Order as part #695244A or #740043 for OV models.
TecumsehPower Company 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.
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Figure 4. Engine Identification Decal
Figure 5. Technician’s Handbook
TECUMSEHPOWER COMPANY
THIS ENGINE MEETS 1995-2005 CALIF & US EPA
PHI APPLICABLE EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI
SORE ENGINES
LV195EA
361540D
4TPXS.1951BB 195
04015AA0001
EM
2083
ENGINE
MODEL:
SPEC:
DOM:
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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.
In addition, you need to be sure the oil sump contains the
correct amount of oil to operate properly.
NOTES
The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 1-1/4 U.S. Pints
(.62 liters).
Be sure original container is marked A.P.I. Service “SL/SJ”.
Using multigrade oil above 32°F (0°C) will increase oil
consumption. SAE 10W40 is NOT recommended.
Special-formulated oils are available at your Authorized
TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer.
B. Fuel
Use unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated
automotive fuel only. You may use gasoline containing the
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).
The use of alternative fuels such as E85
or E20 are NOT recommended for use in
TecumsehPower engines. Alternative fuels with high
alcohol content can cause hard starting, poor engine
performance, and may cause internal engine damage.
NOTE
Damage and/or performance problems that occur from use
of fuels other than those listed in the Operator’s Manuals will
not be considered warranty.
CAUTION
Table 1. Recommended Oil
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%
-20 F
O
32 F
O
32 F
O
32 F
O
40 F
O
-20 C
O
20 F
O
40 C
O
30 C
O
20 C
O
10 C
O
0C
O
-10 C
O
-30 C
O
0F
O
60 F
O
80 F
O
100 F
O
Straight Grade
730225A or SAE 30W
TecumsehPower Part No.
Multi Grade
730226A or SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W
TecumsehPower Part No.
TecumsehPower
730263 or SAE 0W30
Synthetic Part No.
TecumsehPower Recommended Oil Usage
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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 or to point of overflow on engines without
dipstick. See Figure 6.
• Be sure 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 and cause
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 TecumsehPower Servicing Dealer
for TecumsehPower Oil.
B. Filling Oil Sump
1. Be sure engine is upright and level.
2. Unscrew oil fill cap dipstick from oil filler tube and wipe
dipstick clean. See Figure 7.
3. Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten
securely.
4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap dipstick 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 6.
5. Screw oil fill cap dipstick back into oil filler tube. Tighten
securely.
6. Wipe away any spilled oil.
NOTE
To change oil for engine, see "A. Checking and Changing
Oil" instructions on page 13.
Figure 6. Engine Oil Level
Figure 7. Engine Components
F ULL
ADD
OK
Fill Between
“FULL” and “ADD”
Marks
8
5
2
4
3
1
7
6
9
1. Spark Plug Cap
2. Spark Plug Wire
3. Control Lever (If Equipped)
4. Fuel Fill Cap
5. Starter Cord Handle
6. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick
7. Muffler Guard
8. Muffler
9. Optional Shroud
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C. 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 7 on page 5. Afterward, continue reading
instructions below.
NOTE
For recommended fuel, see Table 2 and “III. Oil and Fuel
Specifications” instructions on page 4. Afterward, continue
reading instructions below.
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 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.
NOTE
Replace a damaged or missing fuel fill cap only with a
genuine TecumsehPower replacement Fuel Fill Cap.
Failure to do so may VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
See Figure 8.
6. Be sure fuel valve, if present (see equipment
manufacturer’s instructions) is open. See Figure 9.
WARNINGWARNING
Figure 8. Possible Fuel Fill Cap(s)
Figure 9. Fuel Valve Positions
Front View
Bottom View
Turn Valve Clockwise
To “OFF” Position
Fuel Valve
“OPEN” Position
Shown
Fuel
Tank
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V. Starting Your Engine
To avoid serious injury or death, an
adult should start this engine. Only
allow children to start engine if an adult has determined
they are experienced and capable of such operation.
If you are unable to start this engine
after following instructions in this
manual, contact your Authorized TecumsehPower
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. If you have a manual
recoil starter, see "B. Engine Sections with Recoil Starters"
instructions on page 10.
A. Engines with Electric Starters
Only one of the following three sections will apply to your
engine. See Table 3.
I. Primer Bulb Only
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Move engine throttle control to “FAST” position, if
present (see equipment manufacturer’s instructions).
See Figures 10 and 11.
3. When starting a cold engine, push primer bulb firmly 3
times, allowing primer bulb to return completely to
original position between pushes. See Figure 12.
NOTES
Be sure to cover vent hole when pressing primer bulb.
See Figure 12.
Cooler temperatures may require pushing primer bulb firmly
5 times.
DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short
shutdown. Doing so will flood the engine and may result in
equipment malfunction.
4. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or
clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s
instructions). See Figure 10.
NOTE
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds
each attempt.
WARNING
WARNING
Table 3. Engines with Electric Starters
If your engine has: Go to:
Primer Bulb Only Section A.I
Choke Only Section A.II
Primer Bulb and Choke Section A.III
Figure 10. Typical Engine Controls
Figure 11. Typical Engine Symbols
Figure 12. Pressing Primer Bulb
1. Electric Start Switch
2. Engine Throttle Control
3. Equipment Control
1
32
STOP
STOP SLOW RUN FAST CHOKE PRIMER
1. Primer Bulb
2. Vent Hole
1
2
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5. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start
engine.
6. When engine starts, release starter button or ignition
switch key.
7. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2
thru 6 and try again.
8. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 7,
contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing
Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this
engine in any other way.
II. Choke Only
1. To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, be sure engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
2. Move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” or “START”
position, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s
instructions). See Figures 13 thru 16. Afterward,
continue reading instructions below.
NOTE
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, move
engine throttle control to “FAST” position instead of
“CHOKE” or “START” position. See Figures 13 thru 16.
Afterward, continue reading instructions below.
3. Operate equipment control to release engine brake or
clutch, if present (see equipment manufacturer’s
instructions). See Figure 15 on page 9. Afterward,
continue reading instructions below.
NOTE
DO NOT operate an electric starter for more than 5 seconds
each attempt.
4. Push starter button or turn ignition switch key to start
engine.
5. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 2
thru 4 and try again.
6. When engine starts:
a. Release starter button or ignition switch key.
b. Momentarily move engine throttle control to
“FAST” position.
c. Next, move engine throttle control to desired speed
in “RUN” range.
NOTES
If engine starts but falters when engine throttle control is
moved to “FAST” position:
a. Move engine throttle control back to “CHOKE”
position.
b. Next, move engine throttle control to “FAST”
position.
If engine dies after engine throttle control is moved to
“FAST” position, repeat steps 2 thru 6 to restart engine.
7. If engine fires but does NOT continue to run, move
engine throttle control to “FAST” position and start
engine.
8. If engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the “FAST”
position, move engine throttle control to “CHOKE” posi-
tion and start engine.
9. If engine does NOT start after following steps 1 thru 8,
contact your Authorized TecumsehPower Servicing
Dealer. DO NOT attempt to start or troubleshoot this
engine in any other way.
Figure 13. Engine Components
Figure 14. Start/Choke Control Positions
1. Spark Plug Wire
2. Muffler
3. Muffler Guard
4. Oil Fill Cap Dipstick
5. Starter Cord Handle
6. Fuel Fill Cap
7. Air Cleaner
8. Carburetor
9. Control Lever
10. Optional Shroud
1
45
8
6
7
9
2
3
10
1. “SLOW” Position
2. “RUN” Range
3. “FAST” Position
4. “CHOKE” Position
4
3
2
1
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