Predator Engines 61614 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Predator Engines 61614 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

670cc v-twin. horizontal/vertical double cylinder 4-stroke

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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Using an engine indoors
CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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2013 by Harbor Freight Tools
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any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
®
. All rights reserved.
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (also known as CARB). For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 3: Safety

    It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Operating Precautions

    20. Keep the engine and surrounding 8. Secure the engine on transport vehicles to area clean at all times. prevent it from rolling, slipping, and tilting. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 5 5. Wipe up any spilled fuel and allow excess to evaporate before starting engine. To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Setup

    WARNING! INSTALL THIS ENGINE ACCORDING TO EQUIpMENT INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. WARNING! If you do not connect a battery to the positive battery cable, wrap its terminal securely with electrical tape (sold separately). Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 7 Components and Controls Muffler Oil Fill plug Lifting Bracket Spark plug (1 of 2) Dipstick Starter Air Cleaner Lifting Bracket Choke Spark plug Switch (2 of 2) Throttle Radiator Circuit Breaker ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
  • Page 8 3. Remove the Air Cleaner Top Knob (142a) and the two Air Cleaner Front Knobs (102). See Figure A. Air Cleaner Air Cleaner Top Knob (142a) Front Knob (102) Figure B: Remove Front Cover Figure A: Remove Knobs Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 9 Air Cleaner Bolts (143) Base Bolts (146) Fuel Filter Clip (147) Air Cleaner Base (142g) Figure D: Remove Bolts and Clip from Air Cleaner Base 8. Remove the Air Cleaner Base. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 B: Pull the Throttle Rod out of the Clip. 18. Swing the black Choke Rod Clip (176) aside to release the Choke Rod. Disconnect the Choke Rod. Figure H: Throttle Rod Clip Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 11 21. Remove Bolt (133) and two Bolts (132) from the Carburetor Intake Elbow (131). See Figure L. 22. Remove the Carburetor assembly from the engine. Keep it upright, it may contain fuel. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12 Note: Since carburetor is upside-down, left and right sides are reversed. Carburetor Figure O: Main Jets Bowl (137c) Carburetor Carburetor Bowl Bolt Bowl Bolt (137b) (137b) Figure N: Carburetor Bowl Bolts Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 13 Bolt. Gently lift the Bracket after to evaporate before starting engine. assembly to ensure proper alignment. [#19] To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 Figure Q. Connect cable securely to prevent disconnection and short circuits. 6. Coat the terminals and cable ends with Figure R: Connect positive to this Terminal a corrosion-preventive coating. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 15 3. Connect a fuel hose from the fuel tank to the exposed port of the Fuel Filter, and secure it in place with a hose clamp. See Figure S. Figure S: Fuel Hose Connector ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Operation

    6. Insert the Dipstick back into the housing. Figure T: Oil Fill and Dipstick NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. The engine will be permanently damaged. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 17 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. Add fuel To prevent FIRE, do not start the engine stabilizer to the gasoline or the Warranty is VOID. while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Starting The Engine

    Throttle when the tool is so equipped. 4. Insert the Key and turn it to START START until the engine starts, no more than a few seconds. Release the Key when the engine starts. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    Turn the Key to OFF. c. Close the Fuel Valve, if equipped. NOTICE Drain fuel at end of season or warranty is void. See Storage on page 23 for complete storage instructions. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    4. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chambers Replace fuel line if necessary Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by a qualified technician. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 21 Table B: SAE Viscosity Grade Replace the Oil Fill Plug. 11. Insert the Dipstick back into the housing. NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. The engine will be permanently damaged. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 ® TORCH F5RTC 6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector ® BPR5ES (not included) to the end of the spark plugs and reattach the wires securely. Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 23 Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of fuel stabilizer’s recommended time period, engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole. or if the Engine does not start. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    4. Engine valves or tappets 4. Have qualified technician adjust/ mis-adjusted or stuck. repair valves and tappets. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. Page 24 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 25 3. Intake valve stuck or overheated engine. 3. Have qualified technician diagnose and service engine. 4. Incorrect timing. 4. Check engine timing. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Warranties

    If any emissions-related part on your engine is defective, and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools the part will be repaired or replaced by HFT. Customer Service Department at 1-888-866-5797. Page 26 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 27 LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 27...
  • Page 28: Parts Lists And Diagrams

    184 Nut Oil Pump Asm. 130 Gasket, Carburetor Insulator 185 Bolt Cover, Oil Pump 131 Carburetor Intake Elbow 186 Gasket, Exhaust Outlet Spring, Pressure Relief Valve 132 Bolt 187 Spark Collector Page 28 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 29 ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 29...
  • Page 30 Mounting Hole Diagram Note: Not to scale. 7.7" / 195.5mm 2x 0.47" / 12mm 0.47" / 12mm Page 30 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 61614...
  • Page 31 0.25" / 6.3mm 1" / 25.4mm Ø5.75" / 146mm Ø5" / 127mm Ø6.5" / 4x 5/16" - 24UNF 165.1mm Ø7.75" / 196.9mm 4x 3/8" - 16UNC 4x 7/16" - 14UNC ITEM 61614 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 31...
  • Page 32 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • pO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • 1-888-866-5797...

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