FOREWORD Thank you very much for purchasing a SUBARU ENGINE. Your SUBARU ENGINE can supply the power to operate various sorts of machines and equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the proper operation and maintenance procedures in order to maximize the safe and effi cient use of this product.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. Pay special attention to statement preceded by the following words. WARNING “WARNING” indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed. CAUTION “CAUTION”...
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■ Operate the engine on a stable, level surface. If the engine is tilted, fuel spillage may result. NOTE : Operating the engine at a steep incline may cause seizure due to improper lubrication even with a maximum oil level. ■...
SYMBOLS Shutt off fuel valve Read manual. when the engine is not in use. Check for leakage Stay clear of the hot surface. from hose and fittings. Exhaust gas is poisonous. Fire, open flame and smoking Do not operate in an unventilated prohibited.
4. OPERATING The engine’s choking system varies based on the engine type. Refer to the diagrams below to determine your engine type before you read 4.OPERATING section and other sections in the manual. ENGINE TYPE CHOKING SYSTEM Cable choke control Manual choke Auto choke Primer...
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2. STARTING Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt. This is the “compression” point. Return the handle to its original position and pull swiftly. Do not pull the rope out all the way. After starting the engine, allow the starter handle to return to its original position while still holding the handle.
(3) Close the fuel valve. (position “ O ”) ※STOPPING ENGINE WITH THE FUEL VALVE Close the fuel valve and wait for a while until the engine stops. Avoid to let the fuel remain in the carburetor over long periods, or the passages of the carburetor may become clogged with impurities, and malfunctions may result.
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(3) Close the choke lever. (cold engine) ■ If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, open the choke lever half-way, or keep it fully open. 2. STARTING Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt. This is the “compression” point.
TYPE 3: Auto choke 1. CHOKING (1) Open the fuel valve. (position “ I ”) (2) Turn the engine stop switch ON. (position “ I ”) (if equipped) (3) Disengage the brake. (mower only) ❶ Disengage (Brake : OFF) ❷ Engage (Brake : ON) 2.
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3. THROTTLE SETTING FOR VARIABLE ENGINE SPEED MODEL (1) after the engine starts, move the throttle control lever to the HIGH position ❸. ❶ STOP ❷ LOW ❸ HIGH (2) turn the throttle control lever for the required engine speed. (Between ❷∼❸) FOR FIXED ENGINE SPEED MODEL Let the engine warm up without using the machine (no load) for a couple of...
FOR OTHER APPLICATIONS (1) Turn the throttle control lever to the STOP position ❶. (if equipped) (for details, refer to the equipped operating manual) ❶ STOP ❷ LOW ❸ HIGH (2) Close the fuel valve. (position “ O ”) FOR ELECTRIC STARTER MODELS. Set the key switch to the OFF position.
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(4) Push primer bulb three times. CAUTION If the engine is already warm, do not push the primer bulb. 2. STARTING Pull the starter handle slowly until resistance is felt. This is the “compression” point. Return the handle to its original position and pull swiftly. Do not pull the rope out all the way.
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(2) Close the fuel valve. (position “ O ”) FOR WASHER (1) Turn the engine stop swich to OFF (position “ O ”) to stop the engine. (2) Close the fuel valve. (position “ O ”) FOR OTHER APPLICATIONS (1) Turn the throttle control lever to the STOP position ❶. (if equipped) (for details, refer to the equipped operating manual) ❶...
(1) When changing oil, stop the engine and loosen the drain plug. Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. (For EA190V and Option EA175V) (2) When changing oil, stop the engine and remove the oil gauge. Drain the used...
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Oil capacity (Upper level) : EA175V ......0.5 EA190V ......0.6 (4) Refer to page 5 for the recommended oil.
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B. Urethane Foam Element Type Remove the element and wash it in a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Then rinse the element thoroughly in clean water. Allow the element to dry thoroughly. Apply a tablespoon (6cc) of motor oil to the clean and dry foam element and squeeze the element several times to distribute the oil evenly throughout the foam.
6. PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE 1. DISCHARGE FUEL WARNING Use extreme caution when handling fuel. Gasoline is extremely fl ammable. If you do not use the engine more than 1 month, discharge fuel to prevent gum in the fuel system and carburetor parts. ■...
Perform the following checks before you take the engine to your Robin dealer (SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer). If you still have trouble after completing the checks, take the engine to your nearest Robin dealer (SUBARU Industrial Power Products dealer).
9. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EA175V EA190V Type Air-cooled, 4-cycle single cylinder, overhead camshaft, gasoline engine Displacement Direction of Rotation Counterclockwise as viewed from the P.T.O. Lubricant Automotive detergent oil (API/ SE or higher grade, SAE/ 10W-30 etc.) Oil Capacity Fuel Automotive Gasoline (Unleaded) Fuel Tank Capacity 0.85, 0.95, 1.2...
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EH122, EH172, EH252, EH300, EH340 1000001 / 9999999 DY232, DY272, DY410, DY420 1000001 / 9999999 EA175V, EA190V 1000001 / 9999999 Declaration: The above designated engines are intended to installation in a machine as set out in the EC machines guideline.