Tecumseh VH80, HH80, VH100, OH120-180 Manual

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TECUMSEH

T E C H N I C I A N ' S H A N D B O O K

This manual covers the following models:

VH80, VH100, HH80, HH100, HH120, OH120-180

Model numbers are located on the engine shroud.

Other illustrated Tecumseh 2-Cycle Engine, 4-Cycle Engine and Transmission manuals; booklets; and wall charts are available through Tecumseh.

For complete listing write or call

8 TO 18 HP CAST IRON FOUR CYCLE ENGINES

Contents

 

 

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CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 1. ENGINE IDENTIFICATION .............................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. ENGINE CARE ...............................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 2. AIR CLEANERS, CARBURETORS, GOVERNORS AND LINKAGE ...................................................................

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SECTION 1. AIR CLEANERS ..............................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. GENERAL CARBURETOR INFORMATION ..................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. TECUMSEH CARBURETORS .......................................................................................................................

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SECTION 4. WALBRO CARBURETORS ..........................................................................................................................

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HH80 - 120, VH80 - 100 ..............................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 5. OVERHEAD VALVE ENGINE CARBURETORS ..........................................................................................

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SECTION 6. GOVERNORS ...............................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 7. IMPULSE FUEL PUMP .................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 3. REWIND STARTERS, ELECTRIC STARTERS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERATORS .........................

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SECTION 1. REWIND STARTERS....................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. ELECTRIC STARTERS ................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. 12 VOLT STARTER TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART ...................................................................................

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CHAPTER 4. GENERAL VALVE INFORMATION, CYLINDER HEAD AND BREATHER ASSEMBLY ...................................

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SECTION 1. GENERAL VALVE INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. CYLINDER HEAD .........................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. BREATHER ASSEMBLIES ...........................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 5. PISTON AND RINGS, CONNECTING RODS AND CRANKSHAFTS ................................................................

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SECTION 1. PISTON AND RINGS ....................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. CONNECTING RODS ...................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. CRANKSHAFTS ...........................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 6. CAMSHAFT, BEARINGS AND SEALS ...............................................................................................................

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SECTION 1. CAMSHAFT ..................................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. BEARINGS ....................................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. SEALS ...........................................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 7. DYNA-STATIC® BALANCING SYSTEM .............................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 8. IGNITION SYSTEMS, CHARGING SYSTEMS BATTERY SERVICE and

 

ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANELS ..........................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 1. IGNITION SYSTEMS ....................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 2. CHARGING SYSTEMS .................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 3. BATTERY SERVICE .....................................................................................................................................

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SECTION 4. ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANELS ..............................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 9. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 10. 8 H.P. & LARGER ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS AND TORQUES ....................................................................

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SECTION 1. CROSS REFERENCE LIST FOR TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................

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SECTION 2. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................

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8 H.P. & LARGER ENGINES (EXCEPT VALVE-IN-HEAD) .........................................................................................

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SECTION 3. VALVE-IN-HEAD ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................

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SECTION 4. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................

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VALVE-IN-HEAD ..........................................................................................................................................................

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CHAPTER 11. EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND TOOLS ......................................................................................................

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C Tecumseh Products Company

1998

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CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION 1. ENGINE IDENTIFICATION

Tecumseh engine model numbers are stamped into the blower housing, or are located on a nameplate or tag on the engine in locations as illustrated.

OH160-170033 SER 8044C

INTERPRETATION OF MODEL NUMBER. The first letter designations in a model number indicate the basic type of engine.

HH - Horizontal-Heavy Duty (Cast Iron)

VH - Vertical-Heavy Duty (Cast Iron)

OH - Overhead Valve-Heavy Duty (Cast Iron)

The number designations following the letter indicates the horsepower of the engine.

The number following the model number is the specification number. The last three numbers of the specification number indicate a variation to the basic engine specification.

The serial number indicates the production data.

Using model number OH160-170033, Serial 8044C as an example, interpretation is as follows:

OH160-170033 - is the model and specification number. OH - Overhead Valve-Heavy Duty (Cast Iron)

160 - Indicates 16 horsepower.

170033 - is the specification number used for properly identifying the parts of the engine.

8044C - is the serial number.

8 - first digit is the year of manufacture (1998) 044 - indicates calendar day of that year (044 day or February 13, 1998).

C - represents the line, shift or plant in which the engine was built at the factory.

SHORT BLOCKS. New short blocks are identified by a tag marked SBH (Short Block Horizontal) or SBV (Short Block Vertical). Original model tags of engines should always be transferred to a short block for correct parts identification.

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SECTION 2. ENGINE CARE

FUELS. Use clean, fresh unleaded automotive gasoline in all Tecumseh four-cycle engines. (Leaded “regular” gasoline is an acceptable substitute.)

NOTE: Do Not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Gasoline containing a maximum of 10 ethanol or grain alcohol (sometimes called “gasohol”) may be used but requires special care when engine is unused for extended periods.

See “STORAGE” instructions.

ENGINE OIL, ALL FOUR CYCLE ENGINES:

USE A CLEAN, HIGH QUALITY, DETERGENT OIL. Be sure original container is marked with engine service classification “SF - SJ.”

DO NOT USE SAE10W40 OIL.

FOR SUMMER (ABOVE 32°F, 0°C) USE SAE 30 OIL (SAE10W30 is an acceptable substitute.)

FOR WINTER (BELOW 32°F, 0°C) USE SAE 5W20 OR 5W30 OIL.

(SAE10W is an acceptable substitute.)

(BELOW 0°F, -18°C ONLY) Use 0W30 oil or SAE10W oil diluted with 10% kerosene is acceptable.

NOTE: For severe, prolonged, winter operation of HH120 model, SAE10W oil is recommended.

OIL CHANGE INTERVALS. Change oil after first two

(2) hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter, or more often if operated under dusty or dirty conditions.

OIL CHECK. Check oil every 5 hours or each time the equipment is used. Position equipment so the engine is level when checking the oil.

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE. Proper break-in procedure is important for proper seating of rings, on a new engine or newly overhauled engine.

Do normal work with the unit, running the engine under load. Vary the load on the engine frequently to aid in seating of the rings.

The engine should not be allowed to idle or run at part throttle for extended periods during break-in. Work the engine but do not abuse it.

TUNE-UP PROCEDURE. The following is a minor tune-up procedure. When this procedure is completed, the engine will operate properly or you may discover that further repairs may have to be performed.

NOTE: It is recommended to use only factory parts in a Tecumseh engine. This is especially important with an air filter, since the use of any other than the specified part number may result in serious damage to the engine.

CAUTION: Remove spark plug wire before doing any service work on engine.

1.Service or replace air cleaner as necessary.

2.Inspect level and condition of oil; drain oil.

3.Remove blower housing, clean all dirt, grass or debris from intake screen, head and cylinder cooling fins and carburetor governor levers and linkage.

4.Remove cylinder head, remove carbon, inspect valves and cylinder bore. Replace head using a new head gasket. Torque to specifications.

5.Remove carburetor, clean and install carburetor kit, make adjustment pre-sets where needed. Make sure fuel tank, fuel filters and fuel lines are clean. Reinstall carburetor, replacing any worn or damaged governor springs or linkage. Make proper governor adjustment.

6.Remove flywheel, check for leaks in oil seals, check flywheel key and reinstall flywheel. Replace spark plug and check for spark.

7.Make sure all remote linkage is properly adjusted for proper operation.

8.Replace fuel and oil.

9.Run engine and adjust carburetor and set R.P.M. to specifications found on Microfiche or computer parts lookup.

STORAGE: (IF THE ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE)

CAUTION: NEVER STORE THE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK INDOORS , IN ENCLOSED POORLY VENTILATED AREAS WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE.

Gasoline can become unstable in less than 30 days and form deposits that can impede proper fuel flow and engine operation. To prevent deposits from forming, all gasoline must be removed from the fuel tank and the carburetor. An acceptable alternative to removing all gasoline is adding a fuel stabilizer to the gasoline. Fuel stabilizer (such as Tecumseh’s Part No. 730245) is added to the fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on the stabilizer container. Run the engine at least 10 minutes after adding the stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor.

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DRAINING THE FUEL SYSTEM:

CAUTION: DRAIN THE FUEL INTO AN APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS, AND AWAY FROM ANY OPEN FLAME OR COMBUSTION SOURCE. BE SURE THE ENGINE IS COOL.

1.Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank by running the engine until the engine stops, or by draining the fuel tank by removing the fuel line at the carburetor or fuel tank. Be careful not to damage the fuel line, fittings, or fuel tank.

2.Drain the carburetor by pressing upward on the bowl drain (if equipped) which is located on the bottom of the carburetor bowl. On carburetors without a bowl drain, the carburetor may be drained by loosening the bowl nut on the bottom carburetor one full turn. Allow to completely drain and retighten the bowl nut being careful not to damage the bowl gasket when tightening.

3.If "Gasohol" has been used, complete the above procedure and then put one half pint of unleaded gasoline into the fuel tank and repeat the above procedure. If Gasohol is allowed to remain in the fuel system during storage, the alcohol content will cause rubber gaskets and seals to deteriorate.

Change Oil: If the oil has not been changed recently, this is a good time to do it.

Oil Cylinder Bore:

1.Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground the wire to the engine. Remove the spark plug and put 1/2 ounce (14 ml) of clean engine oil into the spark plug hole.

2.Cover the spark plug hole with a shop towel.

3.Crank the engine over slowly several times.

CAUTION: AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN SLOWLY CRANKING ENGINE OVER.

4.Install the spark plug and connect the spark plug wire.

Clean Engine: Remove the blower housing and clean all dirt, grass or debris from the intake screen, cylinder head, cylinder cooling fins, carburetor, governor levers and linkage.

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CHAPTER 2. AIR CLEANERS, CARBURETORS,

GOVERNORS AND LINKAGE

SECTION 1. AIR CLEANERS

PAPER-TYPE AIR CLEANER SERVICE. Dry type paper air cleaners are utilized on all Tecumseh Large Frame engines. These air cleaners have treated paper elements with rubberlike sealing edges. These edges must seal properly to prevent dirt leakage.

COVER ELEMENT

BASE

SEALING EDGES

PAPER-TYPE AIR CLEANER SERVICE. Replace air filter once a year or more often in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.

POLYURETHANE-TYPE AIR CLEANER. Some Tecumseh Large Frame engines may use a polyurethane air filter in conjunction with a paper filter.

GASKET

SPACER BOLT

BRACKET

BACK

BOLT COVER

PAPER

ELEMENT

POLY

OUTER ELEMENT

FRONT COVER

Be sure to clean base and cover thoroughly before installing new paper filter.

NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITHOUT THE COMPLETE AIR CLEANER INSTALLED ON THE ENGINE.

NOTE: Serious damage to the engine may result in using other than the specified part number filter. Use factory recommended parts only.

POLY-TYPE AIR CLEANER SERVICE. Clean and re-oil every 3 months or every 25 operating hours, whichever comes first. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. Proceed as follows:

Remove wing nut and cover.

Slide foam filter off paper filter.

Wash foam filter in water and detergent solution and squeeze, Don’t twist until all dirt is removed.

Rinse thoroughly in clear water.

Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze, Don’t twist until completely dry.

Saturate foam filter with engine oil and squeeze, Don’t twist to distribute oil and remove excess oil.

Clean top side of base and inside of cover thoroughly.

Replace foam filter, cover and wing nut. Tighten wing nut securely.

NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEANER INSTALLED ON ENGINE.

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SECTION 2. GENERAL CARBURETOR INFORMATION

CARBURETOR IDENTIFICATION. Tecumseh carburetors are identified by a model number and code date stamping on the carburetor as illustrated.

ALTERNATE LOCATION

FOR MODEL NUMBER

89

3

F

89

3

F

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

CARBURETOR

CARBURETOR MODEL NUMBER

CODE DATE

When servicing carburetors, use the engine model number or the model number on the carburetor and proper section in the Master Parts Manual or Microfiche Catalog for proper service information.

CARBURETOR

MODEL NUMBER

This carburetor is used on the Overhead Valve engine 12, 14, 16 & 18 horsepower.

FLOAT-FEED CARBURETORS. Float-feed carburetors use a hollow metal float to maintain the operating level of fuel in the carburetor. As the fuel is used, the fuel level in the carburetor bowl drops and the float moves downward. This actuates the inlet needle valve, to allow fuel to flow by gravity into the fuel bowl. As the fuel level in the bowl again rises, it raises the float. This float motion adjusts the fuel flow at the proper rate and keeps the fuel at the proper mixture level.

These carburetors are used on some HH80-100- 120 and VH80-100 engines.

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SECTION 3. TECUMSEH CARBURETORS

Following are initial carburetor adjustments to be used to start the engine. After the engine has reached operating temperature make final adjustments.

Main Adjustment

HH80-100-120

Screw

VH100, 1-3/4 turns.

 

 

Idle Adjustment

HH80-100-120

Screw

VH100, 1-1/4 turns

 

 

The Master Parts Manual or Microfiche has a direct engine-to carburetor reference list. Further identification of the carburetor is stamped on the carburetor body as shown. Refer to the standard service part number and the identification number on the carburetor body, in any correspondence.

CHOKE LEVER

THROTTLE

LEVER

WELCH PLUG

CARBURETOR

MODEL NUMBER

 

CARBURETOR DISASSEMBLY, INSPECTION AND ASSEMBLY. Carefully disassemble carburetor, removing all non-metallic parts, i.e., gaskets, viton seats and needles, “O” rings, fuel pump valve, etc.

THROTTLE. Examine the throttle lever shaft and shutter prior to disassembly. Replace any worn parts.

1.Remove the screw in the center of the throttle shutter and pull out the throttle shaft lever assembly.

2.When reassembling, replace the throttle shutter with identifying marks as positioned prior to disassembly. The throttle shaft must be held in tight to the bottom bearing to prevent the throttle shutter from riding on the throttle bore of the body, causing excessive throttle shutter wear and governor hunting.

NOTE: IDENTIFYING MARK WILL BE THROTTLE FOUND IN THE 3 O’CLOCK POSITION

SHUTTER

CHOKE. Examine the choke lever, shaft and shutter prior to disassembly. Replace any worn parts.

1.Remove the screw in the center of the choke shutter and pull out the choke shaft lever assembly.

2.When reassembling, replace the choke shutter with identifying marks as positioned prior to disassembly. Hold the choke shaft securely into the bearing bore when replacing the choke shutter.

CHOKE SHUTTER CUT

OUT CLEARANCE FOR

INTERNAL VENT TUBE

IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW. Remove the idle screw from the carburetor body and examine the point for damage to the seating surface of the taper. Replace any damaged parts.

BAD

GOOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW. For service, examine the taper of the high speed adjustment screw. If the taper is damaged at the area where it seats, replace the screw and fuel bowl retainer nut as an assembly.

FUEL BOWL RETAINING NUT. Remove the fuel bowl retaining nut including fiber washer.

Examine the small fuel passage in the annular groove in the retaining nut. This passage must be clean for the proper transfer of fuel into the idle metering system. Replace any worn parts.

When replacing, torque the fuel bowl nut to 50-60 inch pounds.

 

FUEL BOWL

 

FLAT OF FUEL BOWL

 

TOWARD FUEL INLET

 

FITTING

 

FIBER WASHER

TORQUE TO

FUEL BOWL

RETAINING NUT

50 - 60 INCH

 

POUNDS

“O” RING

 

BRASS WASHER

 

HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENT

 

SPRING AND SCREW

 

 

FUEL BOWL. Check the bowl for corrosion or dirt. Replace if necessary.

The fuel bowl must be free of dirt and corrosion. When tearing down carburetor for repair, replace fuel bowl “O” ring. Before installation lubricate the “O” ring with a small amount of oil for easier installation.

The fuel bowl flat surface must be positioned on the same side of the carburetor as the fuel inlet fitting or same side as the float hinge pin to assure full travel of the float.

“O” RING

CHECK FOR

CORROSION

AND DIRT

FUEL BOWL

FLOAT. Remove the float. Examine the float for crushing or holes. Examine the float hinge bearing surfaces through which the float hinge pin passes and replace if worn.

INLET NEEDLE. The inlet needle is anchored to the float tab by a clip, to assure proper movement of the inlet needle off of the seat when the float drops. The inlet needle clip must be positioned as shown during reassembly.

CLIP

OPEN END

OF CLIP

LONG END OF CLIP

THROTTLE END

CHOKE END

Examine the inlet needle. If any wear is evident, or any of the corners show signs of rounding, the needle should be replaced.

The inlet needle hooks onto the float tab by means of a spring clip. To prevent binding, the long, straight end of the clip should face the choke end of the carburetor as shown.

SERVICING THE VITON SEAT.

a.REMOVAL. If the seat is to be replaced use the bent end of a paper clip or wire with a 3/32'’ (.24 mm) hook. Push the hook through the Viton seat hole. Then with the hook, pull the Viton seat out. Replace with a new seat.

NOTE: A #4 crochet hook can also be used for removal.

b.INSTALLATION.

NOTE: After thoroughly cleaning the cavity, moisten the viton seat with oil.

Insert the seat with the grooved side into the cup. Press the viton seat squarely into the base with a punch.

3/32”

(.24 mm) HOOK END

INSTALLATION OF VITON SEAT

INLET NEEDLE

INSERT THIS

SEATS AT THIS

FACE FIRST

POINT

REMOVAL OF VITON SEAT

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HIGH SPEED NOZZLE. The carburetor body contains a main nozzle emulsion tube pressed into the carburetor body to a predetermined depth and positioned within the venturi of the carburetor. Do not attempt to remove this main nozzle. Repositioning of this nozzle will seriously affect the metering characteristics of the carburetor and will require replacement of the entire carburetor.

MAIN NOZZLE

 

EMULSION TUBE

 

DO NOT REMOVE

WELCH PLUG

 

FUEL INLET FITTING. If necessary, this fitting can be removed by pulling and twisting. Be sure to install the fitting in the same position as the original. When installing the fitting, insert tip into the carburetor body, then coat the exposed portion of the shank with Loctite grade A; then press it in until the shoulder contacts the carburetor body.

PRESS IN PARTIALLY

THEN APPLY LOCTITE GRADE A

SOME INLET FITTINGS

UTILIZED A STRAINER

CARBURETOR BODY. When removing the choke and throttle shafts, check shafts and bearings in carburetor body for wear. Any looseness in these areas can cause dirt to enter the engine and cause premature wear. If dust seals are present, these should be positioned next to the carburetor body.

To do a proper cleaning job, welch plugs should be removed to expose drilled passages. To remove the welch plug, sharpen a small chisel to a sharp wedge point. Drive the chisel into the welch plug, push down on chisel and pry plug out of position.

PIERCE PLUG WITH TIP

SMALL CHISEL

 

 

WELCH PLUG TO BE

PRY OUT PLUG

REMOVED

 

DO NOT ALLOW

ABOUT 1/8” (3.2 MM)

CHISEL POINT TO

STRIKE CARBURETOR

WIDE

BODY

 

SMALL CHISEL

When all accessories and shafts have been removed, soak the carburetor in carburetor cleaner for a maximum of 30 minutes. Blow out all passages with compressed air in the opposite direction of normal fuel flow or use a soft tag wire. Clean all metallic parts with solvent.

To install a new welch plug after cleaning, place the welch plug into receptacle with raised portion up. With a punch equal, or greater than the size of the plug, merely flatten the plug. Do not dent or drive the center of the plug below the top surface of the carburetor.

FLAT-END PUNCH

SAME OR LARGER NEW WELCH DIAMETER OF PLUG PLUG

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FLOAT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE

All Tecumseh carburetors with an adjustable float require the correct float height to achieve the proper operation and easy engine starts. To check the float setting, hold the carburetor in an upside down position. Remove the bowl nut, float bowl, and "O" ring. Place an 11/64" (4.369 mm) drill bit across the top of the carburetor casting on the opposite side and parallel to the float hinge pin. The float must just touch the drill bit when the bit is flush with the edge of the float. If the float is too high or too low, adjust the height by bending the tab accordingly. If the required adjustment is minor, the tab adjustment may be made without removing the float and carefully inserting a small bladed screwdriver to bend the tab.

FLOAT

FLOAT HINGE

 

AND PIN

FLOAT

SETTING

11/64” (4.369 mm)

ADJUSTING TAB

INLET NEEDLE

AND SEAT

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SECTION 4. WALBRO CARBURETORS

HH80 - 120, VH80 - 100

WALBRO CARBURETORS. Following are initial carburetor adjustments to be used to start the engine. After the engine has reached operating temperature, make final adjustments.

Main Adjustment

HH80, 100, 120

Screw

VH80, 100, 1-1/2 turns off seat

 

 

Idle Adjustment

HH80, 100 120

Screw

VH80 100 1-1/4 turns off seat

 

 

For proper carburetion the atmospheric vent MUST be open. Examine and clean if necessary.

A sluggish engine speed control may at times be caused by dirt or paint on the throttle return spring. Clean if required.

Choke lever positioning is maintained by the stop spring, replace if damaged.

The fuel inlet fitting should be checked if leakage is detected in the carburetor area. Do not screw in too tight, this may crack the carburetor body. The fuel bowl drain should also be examined in event fuel leakage is detected. It may be necessary at times to replace the internal rubber seat. Examine the throttle return spring if slow engine response is noted during operation. Correct by cleaning the throttle return or realigning the throttle plate.

CHOKE STOP SPRING

THROTTLE LEVER

 

THROTTLE RETURN

CHOKE LEVER

SPRING

 

 

SECONDARY

 

IDLE DISCHARGE

 

PRIMARY IDLE

FUEL INLET

DISCHARGE

 

 

THROTTLE SHUTTER

 

FUEL BOWL NUT

FUEL BOWL

HIGH SPEED

 

ADJUSTMENT SCREW

Install the throttle plate with the numbers (if present) facing out when closed. Move the throttle shaft to the closed position, place the throttle plate on the shaft and secure with the retaining screws. The throttle should move freely. If binding is present, correct by loosening screws and repositioning throttle plate.

 

 

 

THROTTLE LEVER

THROTTLE SHUTTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

THROTTLE STOP

 

 

 

 

SCREW

MOUNTING

 

INSTALL WITH

FLANGE

 

NUMBERS OUT

 

 

 

62

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

29

 

 

 

 

 

Examine the inlet needle. “A” is a needle that is serviceable, if the tip appears damaged as “B”, replace needle and seat assembly. Tighten the inlet seat to 40 to 50 inch pounds (4.5 - 5.7 Nm). Always use a new gasket. Clean all dirt from the inlet seat cavity.

Normally the main nozzle should not be removed. It is possible to clean the carburetor with solvent and compressed air. Remove and replace the main nozzle only if the high speed needle seat is damaged or because of excessive dirt.

“B” DAMAGED

MAIN NOZZLE

EMULSION TUBE

- Replace

 

INLET

NEEDLE

“A”

INLET

SEAT

INLET SEAT

INLET SEAT CAVITY

GASKET

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Do not remove the main nozzle. If it is necessary to remove the main nozzle to aid in cleaning, discard the main nozzle and use a service replacement nozzle with an under cut in the thread area. If the nozzle removed is under cut it can be reused. This procedure must be followed to assure delivery of fuel to the idle system.

UNDERCUT

ANNULAR

GROOVE

SERVICE

ORIGINAL

MAIN NOZZLE

MAIN NOZZLE

(REUSABLE)

DO NOT REUSE IF REMOVED

Float settings are measured opposite the float hinge. Remove float by pulling out float axle. Bend adjusting tab to correct setting. Always remove the float to make adjustments.

Examine the float hinge and axle for wear. If evident replace the parts.

FLOAT

FLOAT HINGE

 

 

AND AXLE

FLOAT

SETTING

Ô Ô

ADJUSTING

INLET NEEDLE

TAB

AND SEAT

EARLY

NEW

 

 

This shows early and new needle valve, seat, gasket, and spring assembly for large horsepower engine carburetors.

Early carburetors have a metal-to-metal needle and seat contact. The float setting for this model will be

.110'’ - .130'’ (2.794 - 3.362 mm).

New carburetors contain a viton seal in the seat and a spring on the needle. For engines with the new carburetor and having a fuel pump, the float setting is .140 (3.556 mm).

For engines with the new carburetor, without a fuel pump, the float setting is .075 (1.905 mm).

The float setting on carburetors used on vertical 8 and 10 H.P. engines is .070'’ to .110'’ (1.778 - 2.794 mm). No variance for carburetor having a fuel pump.

The gasket must fit over the float spring as shown to avoid cutting by the spring when assembled.

GASKET GOES OVER SPRING (IF EQUIPPED)

CHOKE END OF

CARBURETOR

ENDS OF SPRING

POINT TOWARD CHOKE

END OF CARBURETOR

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Tecumseh VH80, HH80, VH100, OH120-180 Manual

When assembling the float to the carburetor body, position the needle spring on the adjusting tag so that it hangs down. Hold the float spring under tension until the carburetor body will support the slight spring tension.

NOTE: THE SPRING ENDS MUST POINT TOWARD THE CARBURETOR CHOKE END.

HOLD SLIGHT

SPRING TENSION

WITH THUMB

Ô

Position the choke shaft and shutter in the closed position prior to tightening the screws. Hard starting may be due to insufficient choking action because of a misaligned choke plate. Correct by readjusting choke plate to close completely.

A typical choke shutter found on horizontal engines is shown in the figure below. The full choke position of choke lever is counterclockwise when viewed from top of the carburetor. Note cut-out position of choke shutter.

INSTALL WITH

CCW

NUMBERS OUT

 

CHOKE SHUTTER

62

29

AIR CLEANER

MOUNTING

Figure below shows a typical choke shutter found on vertical engines. The full choke position of the choke lever is clockwise when viewing from the top of the carburetor. Note cut-out position of choke shutter.

CHOKE

CW

SHUTTER

 

AIR CLEANER

MOUNTING

NUMBERS

OPPOSITE SIDE

Prior to removing the fuel bowl nut, remove the high speed adjustment needle. Use a 7/16'’ box end wrench or socket to remove the fuel bowl nut. When replacing the fuel bowl nut be sure to position the fiber gasket under the nut and tighten securely.

Examine the tip of the high speed needle, if it appears as illustrated, replace. If the tip of the high speed adjustment needle is damaged, the seat is probably damaged. The seat is part of the main nozzle. When replacing the high speed needle the main nozzle should also be replaced.

HIGH SPEED

ADJUSTMENT NEEDLE TENSION SPRING FUEL BOWL

“A”

FUEL BOWL DRAIN

“O” RING

“B” DAMAGED (Replace)

FUEL BOWL NUT

OUTSIDE GASKET

Use new gaskets when rebuilding the carburetor. If the fuel bowl to carburetor body gasket does not seat, enlarge by stretching with 4 or 5 quick short strokes. Fiber gasket must be used between center of fuel bowl and carburetor body.

The fuel pick up passage must be clean to assure adequate fuel flow from the fuel bowl to the metering systems.

INSIDE FIBER

GASKET FUEL BOWL GASKET AND SEAT

 

MAIN

 

NOZZLE

FUEL

 

PICK-UP

FLOAT

PASSAGE

 

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SECTION 5. OVERHEAD VALVE ENGINE CARBURETORS

Overhead valve engines utilize Walbro carburetors.

THROTTLE PLATE

CHOKE LEVER

 

THROTTLE

 

RETURN SPRING

 

IDLE SPEED

 

ADJUSTMENT

 

SCREW

CHOKE

 

 

SHUTTER

IDLE

 

ADJUSTMENT

 

SCREW

 

FUEL BOWL

ATMOSPHERIC

 

VENT OPENING

FUEL BOWL

RETAINING NUT HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT. Carburetor factory adjustment should not be changed. However, if required, perform the following: with engine running (Allow engine to warm up for 5 minutes). Open throttle (speed control at “RUN” or “FAST” position). Adjust high speed adjustment screw per chart, clockwise or counterclockwise until engine runs smoothly. With control in idle or slow position, adjust idle speed adjustment screw to obtain correct idle speed. If necessary, readjust idle adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise until engine idles smoothly.

 

HIGH SPEED

 

CARB.

ADJ. SCREW*

IDLE ADJ. SCREW*

OH120

 

 

THRU

1 TURN*

1 TURN*

OH180

 

 

 

 

 

 

*All Adjustments Off of Seat

 

 

 

IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW. Close idle adjustment screw by turning clockwise. Close finger tight only. Forcing will damage screw.

OPEN IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW: 1 turn counterclockwise.

Start engine and with the throttle open (then return to idle position), adjust idle adjust screw one-eighth (1/8) turn at a time clockwise or counterclockwise until engine runs smoothly.

With control at “idle” or “slow” position, adjust idle speed adjustment screw to obtain correct idle speed. If necessary, readjust idle adjustment screw until engine idles smoothly.

CARBURETOR SERVICING Throttle Shutter

Install the throttle shutter with the numbers facing out when closed. Move the throttle shaft to the closed position, place the throttle shutter on the shaft and secure with new retaining screws. The throttle should move freely. If binding is present, correct by loosening screws and repositioning throttle shutter.

THROTTLE PLATE

IDLE SPEED

 

ADJUSTMENT

 

SCREW

INSTALL WITH

NUMBERS OUT

RETAINING

SCREWS

MOUNTING

THROTTLE

FLANGE

SHUTTER

 

CHOKE SHUTTER. Position the choke shaft and shutter in the closed position to tighten the screws. Hard starting may be due to misaligned choke plate. Correct by readjusting the plate to close completely.

INSTALL WITH

CHOKE SHAFT

NUMBERS OUT

 

CHOKE

SHUTTER

AIR CLEANING

ATMOSPHERIC MOUNTING VENT

HIGH SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW. Prior to removing the fuel bowl nut, remove the high speed adjusting needle. When replacing the fuel bowl nut be sure to position a fiber gasket on each side of the fuel bowl.

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Examine the tip of the high speed adjustment screw. If the tip of the screw is damaged, the seat, which is part of the main nozzle, is probably damaged. When replacing the screw, the nozzle should also be replaced with a service replacement nozzle only.

HIGH SPEED

ADJUSTMENT SCREW

FUEL BOWL

TENSION

SPRING

“O” RING

“B” DAMAGED

Replace

FUEL BOWL NUT

OUTSIDE FIBER

 

GASKET

MAIN NOZZLE. Normally the main nozzle should not be removed, if it is, clean the carburetor with solvent and compressed air. Remove and replace the main nozzle only if the seat is damaged or is excessively dirty.

If it is necessary to remove the main nozzle, discard it and use a service replacement nozzle with an undercut in the thread area. If the nozzle removed is already under cut, it can be reused. This replacement assures delivery of fuel to the idle system.

UNDERCUT

ANNULAR

GROOVE

SERVICE MAIN

ORIGINAL

MAIN NOZZLE

NOZZLE - REUSABLE

(DO NOT REUSE IF REMOVED)

 

INLET NEEDLE & SEAT. The inlet needle and seat are replaceable as an assembly. If the tip appears damaged, replace the needle and seat assembly.

MAIN NOZZLE

“A”

“B” DAMAGED

 

Replace

RE-USE CHAMFERED

INSERT EDGE

FACE FIRST

INLET SEAT

CAVITY

FLOAT

MOUNTING

INLET NEEDLE TIP

SEATS AT THIS POINT

FLOAT SETTING. Float Settings are measured opposite the float hinge. Remove float by pulling out float axle. Bend adjusting tab to correct setting. Always remove the float to make adjustments.

Replace the float and axle if wear is evident. The float must measure .275” / .315'’ (6.985 / 8.001 mm) from top of boss to surface of float (closest to center).

MEASURE AT EDGE

 

CLOSEST TO CENTER

FLOAT HINGE

Ô

 

 

 

 

AND AXLE

 

 

 

 

Ô

 

 

 

.275

(6.985 mm)

 

.315

(8.001 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLOAT

ADJUSTING TAB

INLET NEEDLE

AND SEAT

 

Position carburetor in an upright position.

If float is lower than dimensions shown in figure, bend outside tab GENTLY so float does not drop plus or minus .060'’ (1.524 mm) from base of boss.

FLOAT .060 (1.524 mm)

OUTSIDE TAB

BOSS

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ASSEMBLING SEAT, SPRING & FLOAT. Shown below is the float, hinge pin, seat and the float spring.

DAMPER

SPRING

PIN

FLOAT

When assembling the float to the carburetor body, position the needle spring on the adjusting tang so that it hangs down. Hold the float damper spring under tension until the carburetor body will support the slight spring tension. The spring ends must point toward the carburetor choke end.

HOLD SLIGHT SPRING

TENSION WITH THUMB

FIXED HIGH SPEED CARBURETOR. On carburetors of a later design the high speed screw has been replaced by a fixed speed nut. Adjustment is made only on the idle adjustment screw since the high speed setting is fixed.

IDLE ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

FIXED SPEED NUT

WALBRO WHG. The early production OH engine was equipped with a LMH carburetor. The newer engines since 1987 have been manufactured with a WHG carburetor. Service replacements are all WHG, which include an instruction sheet covering service.

The bowl gasket must be positioned over the float spring as shown.

FUEL BOWL GASKET AND SEAT

INSIDE FIBER FUEL GASKET

PICK-UP

PASSAGE

FLOAT

GASKET GOES

OVER SPRING

WHG

LMH

WHG

LMH

NEW WHG

EARLY LMH

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SECTION 6. GOVERNORS

This Governor Assembly is used on current production HH & OH Tecumseh Engines.

SHAFT PRESSED TO GEAR

GOVERNOR GEAR

WASHERS

To position the governor gear assembly, insert the shaft opposite the flyweights into the cylinder block.

SPOOL

GOVERNOR

GEAR

FLYWEIGHT

ASSEMBLY

WASHER

Position the governor gear assembly (with washer under governor gear) to mesh with the camshaft gear. Place the governor spool (with washer under the spool) on the governor gear assembly, with the fingers of the flyweights under the rim of the spool.

GOVERNOR SPOOL

GOVERNOR SHAFT

GROOVED SLOT (INTERNAL)

GOVERNOR GEAR

FLYWEIGHT

 

There is an oil groove on the inside of the spool to prevent oil pressure from building up under the spool.

Position the governor gear and flyweight assembly on the governor gear shaft. Secure with a retaining ring. Place the governor spool on the governor gear shaft.

The spool is positioned on the governor gear shaft with the fingers of the flyweight under the rim of the spool.

Some models have an oil hole in the closed end for lubrication. CAUTION: On reassembly make sure hole is open. Other models have a groove on the inside that serves the same purpose.

GOVERNOR

 

SHAFT’

 

THIS DIMENSION*

 

(25.4 mm)

 

*1.031” (26.187 mm)

RETAINING RING GROOVE

ON MODELS WITH WASHER

 

OIL HOLE

(ON SOME MODELS) WASHER ON SOME MODELS

GOVERNOR

GEAR SHAFT

GOVERNOR GEAR AND

RETAINING RING

FLYWEIGHT ASSEMBLY

Remove the governor gear shaft by threading the shaft with 1/4-28 die. Place a number of washers on the shaft and turn on a nut. By tightening the nut against the washers the shaft will be pulled from the cylinder.

For old style governor assembly, position the governor gear shaft over the opening in the cylinder block and tap lightly with a hammer to start. Use a press to position. Refer to top picture for proper pressed in depth. Measure from the top of the governor gear shaft to the machined surface on the cylinder block.

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CYLINDER COVER

GOVERNOR ROD

RETAINING RING

GOVERNOR SPOOL

CONTACTS LEVER

The governor rod is retained in the cylinder cover bushing with a retaining ring.

The governor spool moves the governor rod by contacting the lever. Outward movement of the governor spool moves the governor levers and carburetor throttle to a closed position.

The lever must contact the governor spool tightly for best governor control and for correct adjustment procedure.

BEARING WITH

BEARING END

SEAL TO OUTSIDE

FLUSH WITH CASTING

 

BEARINGS

RETAINING RING

WASHER

The governor rod on some valve-in-head model engines utilize needle bearings. If bearing(s) are removed, always install new bearing(s). Remove with 3/8'’ (9.525 mm) diameter punch and mallet. To install, tap the first bearing in until the bearing end is flush with casting. Holding a finger over hole will indicate when bearing is driven into casting far enough. Drive the outside bearing in with edge flush with outside surface of casting and seal (in bearing) at outside end.

GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT FOR HORIZONTAL ENGINES (See Picture: Governor Adjustment for Horizontal Engines)

Move remote controls to RUN position.

Loosen Screw “A”.

Pivot plate “B” counterclockwise (ccw) and hold.

Move lever “C” to left.

Tighten screw “A” securely.

When the governor is properly set, the carburetor throttle lever will be in a wide open position when the controls are set for starting.

The governor spring is to be anchored in the bottom center hole (D) of plate “B”. Do not stretch or cut the governor spring. Above adjustments will correct any variations in governor control.

GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT FOR HORIZONTAL ENGINES

“C”

PIVOT POINT

 

GOVERNOR

“A”

SPRING

 

MOVE TO

“B”

‘RUN’ POSITION

 

TURN CCW

GOVERNOR

ADJUSTING

SCREWS

1.SETTING VARIABLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW. Before attaching the bowden wire, set the engine for maximum R.P.M. (See Mfg. specifications) with engine running. Use a good tachometer. Move lever “A” clockwise until lower end strikes the adjusting screw at “1”. (See picture below)

Loosen lock nut on adjusting screw and turn in to decrease R.P.M. Turn out to increase R.P.M.

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED R.P.M.

2.ADJUSTING FIXED SPEED. The fixed speed adjusting screw is the optional position “2”. Adjust it by starting the engine, then loosening the locknut. Turn screw in to increase R.P.M. and out to decrease R.P.M.

IDLE

 

BOWDEN WIRE

 

FAST

CLAMP “B”

 

 

 

HOLE “B”

 

(CW)

 

 

 

 

HOLE “C”

ADJUSTING SCREW

 

 

FIXED SPEED

“A” LEVER

 

POSITION “2”

 

OPTIONAL

 

PIVOT

 

(CW)

ADJUSTING SCREW VARIABLE

BOWDEN WIRE

CLAMP “C”

SPEED POSITION “1” STANDARD

 

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VERTICAL CRANKSHAFT GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT.

Move remote controls to RUN position.

Loosen screw “A”.

Turn plate “B” counterclockwise (ccw) and hold.

Move lever “C” to left.

Tighten screw “A” securely.

When the governor is set properly the carburetor throttle will be in wide open position.

GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL

ÔTHROTTLE TOWARD

THROTTLE TOWARDÔ

FULL OPEN

FULL CLOSED

GOVERNOR

 

SPRING

 

LEVER “C”

 

SCREW “A”

 

 

“D”

PLATE “B”

GOVERNOR

ADJUSTING

 

 

SCREWS

TURN CCW

 

VARIABLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT. Before attaching the remote speed control (bowden wire) set the engine for maximum R.P.M. (See Mfg. specifications). Use a good tachometer.

Move lever “A” clockwise until lower end strikes the adjusting screw “1”.

Loosen lock nut on adjusting screw “1” and turn in (clockwise) to decrease R.P.M. and out counterclockwise to increase R.P.M.

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED R.P.M.

ADJUSTING FIXED SPEED. The fixed speed adjusting screw is the optional position “2”. Adjust it merely by starting the engine and after loosening the lock nut turn screw in (clockwise) to increase spring tension and hold engine at higher R.P.M. and out (counterclockwise) to decrease tension on spring and allow speed to be decreased more easily.

“FIXED SPEED”

BOWDEN WIRE

HOLE “C”

CLAMP “B”

 

BOWDEN

HOLE “B”

WIRE

CLAMP “C”

 

“A” LEVER

ADJUSTING SCREW

ADJUSTING SCREW

FIXED SPEED

VARIABLE SPEED

POSITION “2”

POSITION “1”

(OPTIONAL)

(STANDARD)

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SECTION 7. IMPULSE FUEL PUMP

IMPULSE FUEL PUMP. This pump is mounted onto the carburetor inlet and has connections from the fuel supply and also a pulse line to the engine crankcase.

CAUTION: IN ORDER FOR THE PUMP TO OPERATE SATISFACTORILY THE CORRECT OIL LEVEL IN THE CRANKCASE MUST BE MAINTAINED. TOO MUCH OIL WILL ADVERSELY EFFECT THE PUMPS OPERATION.

It is operated by changing pressure created by the engine piston movement and transmitted to the pump through a pulse line. The increasing and decreasing pressures acting on the diaphragm and flap valves lift fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor of the engine.

 

 

 

 

CARBURETOR FITTING

 

 

 

 

VALVE OPEN

VALVE

ATMOSPHERIC

 

 

DIAPHRAGM

 

 

CLOSED

VENT

 

FILTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AIR BLEED

 

 

 

 

 

VALVE CLOSED

VALVE

 

 

 

 

PULSE LINE

OPEN

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL SUPPLY

 

TO CRANKCASE

 

 

±CRANKCASE PRESSURE

 

±CRANKCASE SUCTION AND

Ü SUCTION FUEL FLOW

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLOW DIRECTION

DIRECTION

Ô ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE

Ô ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE

Ô ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE

 

ACTING ON DAMPING

 

ACTING ON DAMPING

CAUSED FUEL FLOW

 

DIAPHRAGM

 

DIAPHRAGM

 

ÜFUEL FLOW

 

 

 

To service, separate the pump by removing the four

(4) screws. Clean all new parts with a solvent and install a new kit which consists of coil springs, gaskets and diaphragms.

The diaphragms must be installed against the center body with the gaskets against the outside covers. The parts are designed so they cannot be misassembled without damage.

To test the unit, assemble the carburetor to the engine, leaving the pump off. Connect gravity fuel feed supply to the carburetor. With the pulse line connected to the pump and engine running, a definite flow should result.

If the flow is erratic or intermittent, the pump needs repair or replacement.

FOUR SCREWS INTO

BACKSIDE OF PLATE

TO BACKSIDE

OF PLATE

WHEN ASSEMBLED

THIS SIDE FACES INTO

CONCAVE CAVITY OF

ABOVE ASSEMBLY

SPRING IN

HOLE CAVITY

BUTTON WITH SPRING

TYPE I

PREVIOUS STYLE

NEW STYLE

TYPE I

TYPE II

The new style pump (TYPE II) will replace older (TYPE I) pumps. An assembly kit is available with instructions and all the parts needed to convert to the new style. If a complete replacement of an old style is not necessary, a repair kit is still available.

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CHAPTER 3. REWIND STARTERS, ELECTRIC STARTERS,

TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERATORS

SECTION 1. REWIND STARTERS

REWIND STARTER DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

1.Clamp starter in a vise and pull rope out, and clamp pulley.

2.Untie knot in rope and remove.

3.Slowly release spring tension.

4.Remove retainer screw, retainer cup; starter dog and spring, and brake spring.

5.Lift out pulley, turn spring and keeper assembly to remove from housing.

Replace all worn or damaged parts.

BRAKE SPRING

RETAINER

WASHER

RETAINER

RETURN

SPRING

PULLEY

STARTER

 

DOGS

SPRING REPLACEMENT. Disassemble the starter completely.

New springs are enclosed in retainers. Be sure spring is positioned with wrapping in direction as illustrated. Position new spring and retainer over housing and press the spring out of the retainer into the starter housing.

APPLY LIGHT

REWIND

LUBRICANT

SPRING

REASSEMBLY. Lubricate the recoil spring and center shaft with a small amount of light grease. Place the pulley over the center shaft and bottom. Insert a 1/8'’ (3.175 mm) punch or rod into the through hole in the pulley, and turn the pulley. This will aid in positioning and engaging the spring.

1/8” (3.175 mm) PUNCH

TURN PULLEY

INSERT PUNCH INTO

THROUGH HOLE AIDING

SPRING ENGAGEMENT

REWINDING SPRING AND REASSEMBLY. Place the large washer, 1-3/8'’ (34.925 mm) over the center shaft. Insert the dogs, so that they will fold in close to the center. Press the brake spring on the retainer. The brake spring must be a tight fit on the retainer. Hold the retainer and brake spring assembly at an angle to engage the return spring to the dowel on the pulley. Secure with the center screw and washer and tighten securely. Failure of the starter to engage may be traced to either a loose center screw, or loose brake spring. Tighten the screw or replace the brake spring. Replace the rope as outlined.

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VISE

SCREW DRIVER

PREWIND 7 TURNS

INSERT ROPE

CLAMP WITH PLIERS TO

RETAIN TENSION

ROPE REPLACEMENT. Prepare the rope, place a thin 3/4'’ (19.05 mm) diameter washer with a 1/4'’ (3.175 mm) hole on the rope and tie a knot. The other end of the rope should be thinned to a point for easier threading.

Clamp the starter in a vise, upside down, by one leg opposite the rope outlet. Place a screw driver in the rope hole of the pulley and turn counterclockwise until tight, then allow to unwind until hole in pulley for rope lines up with hole in housing. Clamp the pulley in this position with lever action pliers. Clamp over starter housing and pulley, protect the painted surface.

Insert the rope into the pulley hole and guide it with needle nose pliers through the rope outlet in the housing. Secure the handle with a double knot. Hold the rope taut, release the pliers and allow the rope to wind on the pulley.

CENTER SCREW

STARTER DOG

WASHER

ASSEMBLING STARTER TO ENGINE. It is important to center the starter hub containing the starter dogs in the center cup so there is equal contact on all the dogs into the teeth of the cup.

Before securing the starter with the mounting screws, place the hub into the cup then pull the rope enough to cause the starter dogs to equally engage in the teeth. With the dogs securely in the cup, tighten the mounting screws to 40-60 inch pounds (4.5 - 6.8 Nm) torque. If mounting holes do not line up, blower housing is bent and must be replaced.

TIGHTEN STARTER MOUNTING SCREWS AFTER HUB IS CENTERED IN CUP

STARTER

STARTER

CUP

HUB

STARTER

STARTER DOGS EQUALLY SECURE IN TEETH FOR CORRECT CENTERING OF STARTER HUB

ON SOME VALVE-IN-HEAD ENGINES:

PULLEY (SHEAVE-TYPE) STARTER. Consists of a rope sheave-type. The engine comes equipped with starter rails and the blower housing is constructed with a removable plate for conversion to an electric start.

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SECTION 2. ELECTRIC STARTERS

STARTER SERVICE, DISASSEMBLY AND INSPECTION. Part No. is found on identification tag. Used on large frame vertical and horizontal engines.

PART NO.

Repair of these starters consists of replacement of parts shown in the exploded view.

1.Testing

Test 12 Volt starters under the following conditions:

a.Conduct test with fully charged battery.

b.Engine and oil temperature approximately 70° F (21°C).

c.Engine contains recommended oil.

d.Cranking test not to exceed 10 seconds.

e.Parasitic loads removed from engine.

MODEL

AMPERES

ENGINE RPM

 

 

 

33835

70 MAX.

600 MIN.

 

 

 

HOUSING & ARMATURE NOT AVAILABLE

ORDER COMPLETE SYSTEM

Test and trouble shooting procedures for 12 volt starters can be found in other Sections of this chapter.

2.Disassembly.

a.Remove two (2) lock nuts from thru bolts on drive end of starter.

b.Grasp drive end of starter and remove from housing as an assembly.

HOUSING

LOCK NUTS (2)

THRUST

WASHER

DRIVE END

c.Remove dust cover, retaining ring, spring retainer, anti-drift spring, gear and engaging nut. Remove drive end cap from armature.

ENGAGING NUT

ARMATURE

 

 

LOCK NUTS (2)

SPRING

THRUST

GEAR

 

WASHER

RETAINING

THRUST WASHER

RING

 

DRIVE END CAP

SPRING RETAINER

DUST COVER

d.To remove end cap assembly, loosen the nut on terminal post. Remove the lock nuts and thru bolts from starter housing. Remove brushes or brush card separately or as an assembly.

NOTE: Care must be taken in removing and reinstalling brush springs to eliminate damage to spring and malfunction of brushes.

3.Inspection

Inspect, clean and replace parts if necessary. Test motor parts for open and shorted circuits.

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