Before Starting Your Engine - Tecumseh LH318EA (HM80-90) Operator's Manual

IV. Before Starting Your Engine
A. Engine Pre-Ride Checklist
To avoid serious injury or death,
WARNING
always complete both the engine and
equipment manufacturer's pre-ride checklist before using
the engine. This engine should NEVER be used if you
identify a problem with any of the steps listed below.
Be sure the engine is turned off for steps 1 thru 4:
1. Fuel cap—Check that the anti-splash fuel fill cap is
securely in place.
2. Guards—Check that all of the guards are securely in
place. NEVER operate the vehicle if you think there
may be a guard missing. Check with equipment manu-
facturer for a complete list of guards. See Figure 7 and
Figure 8. See "D. Stay Away from Rotating Parts"
instructions on page 2.
3. Debris—Check that engine, controls and guards are
free from debris, snow or ice. For debris removal areas,
see "B. Removing Debris From Engine" instructions on
page 20.
4. Throttle—With the engine off, check that the gas pedal
operates smoothly and returns to an idle position when
released.
An adult should start the engine. Only
WARNING
allow children to start engine if an
adult has determined they are experienced and capable of
such operation.
5. Idle speed—Be sure that operator is in place with the
brake engaged before starting the engine. Start the
engine and slowly release the brake. Check that the
vehicle does not move when the engine is idling. If it
does move at idle, stop the vehicle and shut off the
engine. The vehicle requires service and should not be
operated.
6. Engine stop switches—Check that the operator knows
where all engine stop switches are located. Check that
all engine stop switches immediately stop the engine.
For stop switch locations, see Figure 13 on page 8.
For questions about the pre-ride checklist for this engine,
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.
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Figure 7. Incorrect Usage Without Engine Shaft Guard
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1. Muffler Guard
2. Flywheel Guard
Figure 8. Engine Guard Locations
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1
3
2
1
1. Levers and Linkage
2. Cooling Fins
3. Air Cleaner Cover
4. Flywheel Guard
5. Muffler Guard
Figure 9. Debris Removal Areas
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5
4
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