Set Up - Predator Engines 173cc Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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.
A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies
for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
Model 68123: The emission control system for
this engine is warranted for standards set by the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty
information, refer to the last pages of this manual.
Models 68122: The emission control system for
this Generator's 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.
At high altitudes, the engine's carburetor, governor (if so
equipped), and any other parts that control the fuel-air
ratio will need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic to
allow efficient high-altitude use and to prevent damage to
the engine and any other devices used with this product.
1. IMPORTANT: If you have any doubts about your
ability to perform the following procedures, have a
qualified service technician perform the installation.
2. Install this engine on a lawn mower only.
Do not use to power a vehicle.
3. Mounting hole locations:
b
a. one 3/8 in. x 24 threaded; 1 in. deep
b. two Ø0.34 in. / 8.7mm unthreaded
(use 5/16 in. / 8mm diameter hardware)
4. Set the Engine upright on the mower,
and align at least three engine mounting
holes with mower mounting holes.
NOTE: Depending on the mower, it may be necessary
to drill mounting holes or make a mounting plate
to align with the engine mounting holes. Only a
qualified technician should attempt these solutions.
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a
b
For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882.
5. Use hardened, stainless steel Bolts, Lock Washers,
and Washers (not included) of appropriate length and
diameter to secure the Engine to the mower.
Make sure the hardware will not contact
moving parts during operation.
6. Insert the mower's brake cable sheath through the
hole in the Brake bracket. Secure the mower brake
cable to the brake arm. Adjust the brake cable
sheath to remove all slack and secure it in place
using the adjusting nuts on the cable sheath, as
shown in the illustration below.
THE ENGINE BRAKE IS FOR EMERGENCY
SHUTOFF; DO NOT REPLACE THE BRAKE
SPRING WITH A WEAKER SPRING.
If operating the engine brake is too difficult,
a qualified technician must install a
different brake handle on the mower.
Note: The brake cable on some mowers may
need to be adjusted in a different manner. Install
according to mower manufacturer's instructions.
Throttle
Control
Throttle
Cable
Bracket
and
Bolt
7. Attach the end of the mower's Throttle Cable to
the Throttle Control. Use the Bracket and Bolt
to secure its sheath in place as shown above.
8. Refer to the mower's service manual for instructions
on how to properly attach a belt drive pulley, chain
drive gear, etc. onto the output shaft of the Engine.
Brake
Arm
Brake
Cable
Brake
Cable
Bracket
REV 11f
Vertical Engine