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Summary of Contents for Predator Engines 79cc
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Setup ............6 Warranties ..........16 Operation ............ 8 Parts Lists and Diagrams ......18 Specifications Displacement 79cc 310L x 290W x 300H mm Dimensions 12.2L x 11.4W x 11.8H IN. Dry Weight 22 LBS. / 10 KG Maximum Torque 3.5 FT-LBS @ 2500 RPM... -
Page 3: Safety
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 4: Operating Precautions
Caution is necessary when near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter. 14. Use only accessories that are recommended by Harbor Freight Tools for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become hazardous Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, when used on another piece of equipment. - Page 5 These carry important information. 4. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. 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.
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Page 6: Setup
Set Up Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. -
Page 7: Engine Controls
Engine Controls Fuel Cap Engine Switch Serial Number Location Oil Drain plug Dipstick Muffler Throttle Starter Handle Choke Air Filter ITEM 69733 For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. Page 7... -
Page 8: Operation
Operation Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. pre-Start Checks Inspect engine and equipment looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts before set up and starting. -
Page 9: Manual Start
Manual Start 1. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the START position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. 2. Slide the Throttle or Speed Control Lever to 1/3 away from the SLOW position (the “turtle”). Note: Some tools have a Speed Control Lever located elsewhere on the tool which functions the same as the Throttle. -
Page 10: Stopping The Engine
IMpORTANT: Allow the engine to run at no load for five minutes with no load after each start-up so that the engine can stabilize. 6. Adjust the Throttle as needed. 7. Break-in period: a. Breaking-in the engine will help to ensure proper equipment and engine operation. b. -
Page 11: Maintenance
Maintenance WARNING TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL STARTING: Turn the power Switch of the equipment to its “OFF” position, wait for the engine to cool, and disconnect the spark plug cap before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM EQUIpMENT FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. -
Page 12: Checking And Filling Fuel
Checking and Filling Fuel WARNING! TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM FIRE: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area Full level Full level away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot from use, shut the engine off and wait for it to cool before adding fuel. - Page 13 Spark plug Maintenance NOTICE: Using an incorrect spark plug may damage the engine. 4. When installing a new spark plug, adjust the Spark plug’s gap to the specification on the Technical plug Specifications chart. Do not pry against the electrode, the spark plug can be damaged. 5.
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Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting problem possible Causes probable Solutions Engine will not start FUEL RELATED: FUEL RELATED: 1. No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. 1. Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve. 2. Choke not in START position, 2. Move Choke to START position. cold engine. -
Page 15: Probable Solutions
problem possible Causes probable Solutions Engine misfires 1. Spark plug cap loose. 1. Check wire connections. 2. Incorrect spark plug gap or 2. Re-gap or replace spark plug. damaged spark plug. 3. Defective spark plug cap. 3. Replace spark plug cap. 4. -
Page 16: Warranties
Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. - Page 17 Harbor Freight Tools Emission Control Service and Maintenance Defects Warranty provisions Component parts which are not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or are scheduled only for regular Length of Coverage inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary”...
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Page 18: Parts Lists And Diagrams
parts Lists and Diagrams parts List part Description Qty. part Description Qty. Head Subassembly, Cylinder Rocker, Valve Gasket, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Adjusting Cover Subassembly, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Lock Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Starter Assy, Recoil Tube, Breather Bolt Bolt Shroud Stud... - Page 19 ITEM 69733 For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. Page 19...
- Page 20 Mounting Hole Diagram Note: Not to scale. 1.44 in. / 36.5mm 4.02 in. / 102mm power Take-Off Diagram Note: Not to scale. 2x5/16-24UNF 2.37 in. / 60.1mm 1.79 in. / 45.5mm Ø3.625 in. / 92.1mm 0.1875 in. / 4.76mm Ø0.625 in. / 16mm 5/16-24UNF ≥0.98 in.