Summary of Contents for WEN POWER Power Pro 5.5 HP OHV
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5.5 HP OHV HORIZONTAL SHAFT ENGINE Item # 56055 Owner's Manual DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Questions? Problems? Please call our customer help line: (888) 315-3080 M-F 84 CT Thank you for purchasing this engine. Keep this owner's manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time.
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5.5 HP OHV HORIZONTAL SHAFT ENGINE IDEAL FOR: • Go Karts • Generators • Pumps • Compressors • Small Construction Equipment • ...And More! Notice Regarding Emissions Engines that are certified to comply with U.S. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, may include the following emission control systems:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ................ ENGINE COMPONENTS ..................PREPARING THE ENGINE FOR USE ............... Using the Engine for the First Time ..............Add Oil ................... Add Gasoline ..................CONTROLS ....................... Fuel Valve Lever ..................Throttle Lever ................... Engine Switch ...................
GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES Please familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and words: The safety alert symbol A is used with one of the safety words (DANGER, CAUTION, or WARNING) to alert you to hazards. Please pay attention to these hazard notices both in this manual and on the engine.
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A WARNING: This engine produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 150°F (65 ° C). • Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning markings on the engine denoting hot parts of the machine. • Allow engine to cool several minutes after use before touching areas that heat during use.
ENGINE COMPONENTS Please fiamiliarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your engine. (1) Air cleaner- removable and cleanable sponge (8) Recoil Starter Handle- Pull-cord for starting and paper element that limit the amount of dirt engine.
PREPARING THE ENGINE FOR USE Using the Engine for the First Time The following section describes steps you must follow to prepare your engine first-time use. If after reading this" section, you are unsure about how to perform 315-3080 M-F 8-5 CT for of the steps please call (888) customer...
Gasoline A WARNING: Gasoline and gas fumes are highly flammable. • Do not fill tank near an open flame. • Do not overfill. Always check for fuel spills. To ensure that the engine runs smoothly use only FRESH, U_,,TLEADED GAS WITH AN OCTANE RATING OF 87 OR HIGHER.
Throttle Lever • The throttle lever controls engine speed. • Moving the throttle lever in the directions shown makes the engine run slower or faster. LEVER SLOW Figure 4- Throttle Lever Engine Switch • The engine switch enables and disables the ignition system. •...
CHOKE LEVER Figure 6- Choke Lever Recoil Starter Handle • Pulling the starter rope handle operates the recoil starter to crank the engine. STARTER ROPE HANDLE Figure 7- Starter Rope Handle BEFORE OPERATING For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the engine to check its condition.
Check the General Condition of the Engine • Look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. • Remove any excessive dirt or debris, especially around the muffler and recoil starter. • Look for any signs of damage •...
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Figure 8- Fuel Valve Lever To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSED position (see figure 9). To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position. Some engine applications use a remotely-mounted choke control rather than the engine-mounted choke lever shown here.
Turn the engine to the ON position (see figure 11). ENGINE SWITCH Figure 11- Engine Switch Operate the starter. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Gently return the handle to the original position. If the engine does not start up, repeat this step.
MAINTENANCE/CARE Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help you properly care for your engine, the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule every 3 every6 first month months or months or every year each use or20 hrs 50 hrs 100 hrs or 300 hrs sheck level Engine oil "eplace Air cleaner sheck slean "eplace paper Nement slean Fuel filter cup sheck/clean Spark plug "eplace...
Figure 14- Adding Gas FUEL 'OMMENDA TIONS' Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 87 or higher. These engines are certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK LOWER L[MFF Figure 15- Checking NOTE: Running the engine with a low level oil can cause engine damage. The Low Oil Automatic Shutoff system will automatically stop the engine before the oil level falls below safe limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of a shutdown, always...
With the engine in a level position, fill to the outer edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil. Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely. ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS • Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil.
Remove the wing nut from the air filter, and remove the filter. Remove the foam filter from the paper filter. Inspect both air filter elements, and replace them if they are damaged. Always replace the paper air element at the scheduled interval.
SPARK PLUG WRENCH (070080 ram} 0,028-0031 :n: Figure 20- Removing the Spark Plug Figure 21- Spark Plug Gap STORING YOUR ENGINE Storage Preparation Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your engine trouble free and looking good. The following steps will keep rust and corrosion from impairing your engine's function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start after storage.
The Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation. You can extend fuel storage life by adding a fuel stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose, or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor.
Storage Precautions 1. Change the engine oil. Remove the spark plug. Pour a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder. Reinstall the spark plug. Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance is felt.
TRANSPORTING If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the engine-powered equipment on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials. Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists please call our customer help line at (888) 315-3080 M-F 8-5. Solution Cause Engine Will Not Start 1. Check control Fuel valve OFF. Move lever to "ON" position. positions Shoke OPEN. Move lever to "CLOSED" position unless engine is warm. Engine switch OFF.
SPECIFICATIONS Engine Type 4-Stroke, Overhead Valve, Single Cylinder LxWxH (in) 12 x 14-3/8 x 13-3/16 (305mm x 365 mm x 335 mm) 30.8 lbs Dry Weight 9.9 cubic in. (163 cubic cm) Displacement [2.7 in x 1.8 in (68 mm x 45 mm)] Bore x Stroke] 8.5:1 Compression...
Power Pro "_ by WEN Power is not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of this product. Any implied warranties are limited to one (1) year as stated in this written limited warranty.