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Greyhound 96156 Installation, Operating And Servicing Instructions

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5.5 HP Lawn Mower enGIne
InstaLLatIon, oPeratInG, and servIcInG
distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools
visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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2008 by Harbor Freight Tools
contained herein may be reproduced in 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
installation and service may not be included.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Manual revised 10f
InstructIons
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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96156
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.
only use outsIde
and far away from
windows, doors, and
vents.
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  • Page 1 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 installation and service may not be included.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    100 oPeratIon Hours: . 12 everY 300 oPeratIon Hours: . 12 storaGe ... 13 trouBLesHootInG ... 14 Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Parts LIst ...16 asseMBLY dIaGraM ...17 LIMIted 90 daY warrantY ...18 eMIssIon controL sYsteM warrantY ...18 SKU 96156...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. cautIon, without the safety alert symbol, is used to address practices not related to personal injury.

  • Page 4: Operating Precautions

    Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Use only accessories that are recommended by Harbor Freight Tools for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one engine may become hazardous when used on another engine.

  • Page 5: Service Precautions

    Maintain labels and nameplates on the engine. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Have the engine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the engine is maintained.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Install this engine on a lawn mower only. Set the Engine upright on the mower, and align the four 3/8” diameter coarse threaded engine mounting holes with (Bottom view) SKU 96156...
  • Page 7 Adjust the choke cable sheath to remove all slack and secure it in place using the adjusting nuts on the cable sheath. (see Figure B.) rev 10f SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Brake bracket mower brake...

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Clean the top of the dipstick and the area around it. Remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag. Reinsert the dipstick without threading it in and remove it to check the oil level. Fuel valve rev 10f SKU 96156...

  • Page 9: Checking And Filling Fuel

    Fill the Fuel Tank to about 1 inch under the fill neck of the gasoline tank with the stabilized unleaded gasoline mixture. Then replace the Fuel Tank Cap. SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. start Procedure Before starting the engine:...

  • Page 10: Break-In Period

    During the first 3 hours of use: • Do not apply a heavy load to the mower. After the first 20 hours of use: • Change the engine oil. Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the schedule explained in the SERVICING section. SKU 96156...

  • Page 11: Servicing

    Warranty is void if proper maintenance and servicing procedures are not followed. SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. engine oil change cautIon! Oil is very hot during operation and can cause burns. Wait for engine to cool before changing oil.

  • Page 12: Cleaning, Maintenance, And Lubrication Schedule

    Replace spark plug. Replace air filter element. note: All maintenance procedures scheduled for 25, 50, and 100 operation hours should be performed at least yearly. every 300 operation Hours: Clean fuel tank and carburetor. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chamber. SKU 96156...

  • Page 13: Storage

    SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    If problem persists, may have head gasket problem, see #3. Tighten head. If that does not remedy problem, replace head gasket. Adjust valve clearance. If that does not work, clean or replace valves/tappets. tap side of carburetor float chamber SKU 96156...
  • Page 15 Intake valve stuck, choke stuck, incorrect timing, clogged carburetor, or overheated engine. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the engine. SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Possible causes Probable solutions Check wire connections. Re-gap or replace spark plug.

  • Page 16: Contents Parts List

    Spring seat, exhaust valve Lock bolt Spark plug F6TC Bearing 6205 Bolt M6×12 Bolt M6×20 Bolt M6×32 Bolt M8×50 Nut M6 Nut M6 Nut M6 Starter hood Pipe clamp with thread Adjusting washer Self-locking nut M6 description q’ty rev 08b SKU 96156...

  • Page 17: Important Safety Assembly Diagram

    08b SKU 96156 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 17...

  • Page 18: Please Read The Following Carefully

    The United States Environmental Protection Agency (herein EPA) and Harbor Freight Tools (herein HFT) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1997 and later Small Off- Road Engine (herein engine). Within the United States, new off-road,...
  • Page 19 The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight Tools Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-3353. Harbor Freight tools emission control defects...

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