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Predator Engines 212cc Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Setup ............6 Warranties ..........18 Operation ............ 8 Parts Lists and Diagrams ......20 Specifications Displacement 212cc Horizontal Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV 69727: Meets EPA phase III and Engine Type CARB emissions standards 69730: Meets EPA phase III...

  • 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 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 5. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Max Fuel Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. DO NOT OVERFILL! 6. Have the equipment serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

  • 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. For item 69727: The emission control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S.
  • Page 7 High Altitude Operation Above 3000 feet 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. The fuel system on this engine may be influenced by operation at higher altitudes.

  • 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 Checking and Filling Fuel Note: Do not use gasoline containing more than WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS 10% ethanol (E10). Do not use E85 ethanol. INJURY FROM FIRE: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area Note: Do not use gasoline that has been stored in a away from ignition sources.

  • Page 10: Manual Start

    Manual Start 1. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the CHOKE position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. CHOKE 2. Open the Fuel Valve. 3. Slide the Throttle or Speed Control Lever to 1/3 away from the SLOW position (the “turtle”).

  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    6. Allow the Engine to run for several seconds. Then, if the Choke lever is in the CHOKE position, move the Choke Lever very slowly to its RUN position. Note: Moving the Choke Lever too fast could stall the engine. CHOKE 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.

  • Page 12: 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 13 Checking and Filling Fuel Engine Oil Change WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS CAUTION! Oil is very hot during operation and can INJURY FROM FIRE: cause burns. Wait for engine to cool before changing oil. Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area 1.
  • Page 14 Air Filter Element Maintenance Spark Plug Maintenance 1. Remove the air filter cover and the air filter elements and check for dirt. Spark Clean or replace as described below. Plug 2. Cleaning: • For “paper” filter elements: To prevent injury from dust and debris, wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator, and heavy-duty work gloves.
  • Page 15 Storage When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than d. Open the fuel valve. After all fuel has 20 days, prepare the engine for storage as follows: drained, reinstall the drain bolt and sediment cup (if equipped). Tighten securely. 1.

  • Page 16: 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 CHOKE position, cold engine. 2. Move Choke to CHOKE position. 3.

  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 19 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”...

  • Page 20: Parts Lists And Diagrams

    Parts Lists and Diagrams 69727 Parts List Part Description Part Description Gasket, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Adjusting Cover Subassembly, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Lock Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Tappet, Valve Tube, Breather Lifter, Valve Bolt Starter Asm, Recoil Stud Bolt Stud Shroud Bolt...
  • Page 21 For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. Page 21 ITEM 69727 / 69730...
  • Page 22 69730 Parts List Part Description Part Description Gasket, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Adjusting Cover Subassembly, Cylinder Head Nut, Valve Lock Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Spring, Valve Tube, Breather Starter Assy, Recoil Bolt Bolt Stud Shroud Stud Shroud, Cylinder Body Stud Shield,Lower Protector, Oil Bolt, Cylinder Head...
  • Page 23 For technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. Page 23 ITEM 69727 / 69730...
  • Page 24 Mounting Hole Diagram 6.38 in. / 162mm 2.6 in. / 66mm Power Take-Off Diagram 2.43 in. / 61.7mm 5/16-24UNF 1.79 in. / 45.5mm 0.67 in. / 17mm 0.1875 in. / 4.78mm Ø0.75 in. / 19.05mm Ø3.625 in. / 92mm 4x5/16-24UNF Note: Not to scale.

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