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WEN POWER 56173 Owner's Manual

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FEATURES
• Low Oil Automatic Shutoff
• Circuit Breaker for Overload Protection
• 0.3 Gallon Fuel Tank Capacity
• Meets EPA Phase III Emission Standards and CARB Emission Standards
www.wenproducts.com
173cc Vertical
Engine
Item # 56173
Owner's Manual
Manual del Propietario
Questions? Problems?
Please call our customer help line:
(800) 232-1195
M-F 8-5 CST
2012

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  • Page 1 173cc Vertical Engine Item # 56173 Owner’s Manual Manual del Propietario Questions? Problems? Please call our customer help line: M-F 8-5 CST (800) 232-1195 FEATURES • Low Oil Automatic Shutoff • Circuit Breaker for Overload Protection • 0.3 Gallon Fuel Tank Capacity •...

  • Page 2: Engine Identification

    ENGINE IDENTIFICATION For information and questions, please contact the Customer Service Help Line by calling 800-232- 1195. Certain information will be requested by the Customer Service Representative and to facilitate that, please fill in the information below. Refer to the illustration below for the location of Serial Number. Record engine information in the spaces provided below.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGINE IDENTIFICATION ......................i SERVICE RECORD ......................... i INTRODUCTION ..........................1 SAFETY INFORMATION ......................2 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES ................... 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................... 4 ENGINE COMPONENTS ....................... 4 SET UP .............................. 6 ENGINE PREPARATION ......................7 Using the Engine for the First Time ....................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank You for Purchasing a WEN Power Product. This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of this product. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. WEN Power reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Before operating this engine read and observe all warnings, cautions, and instructions on this sheet, on the engine, and in the Owner’s Manual. NOTE: The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Read the entire Owner’s Manual for safety and operating instructions.

  • Page 6: General Safety Procedures

    GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST product, please call before using the engine. DANGER : CARBON MONOXIDE. Using an engine indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING : This engine produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 150º F (65º C). • Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning labels on the engine identifying hot parts of the machine. • Allow engine to cool down after use before touching engine or areas of the engine that become hot during use.

  • Page 8: Engine Components

    ENGINE COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your engine. Fuel Cap Starter Handle Dipstick Muffler Air Cleaner...

  • Page 9: Set Up

    SET UP Warning: 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.

  • Page 10: Engine Preparation

    ENGINE PREPARATION Using the Engine for the First Time The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the engine for use. If after (800) reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.

  • Page 11: Step 2- Add Gasoline

    Step 2- Add Gasoline WARNING: This engine may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline. •...

  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE Before starting the engine, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Engine Preparation” section of this manual. If you are unsure about how to perform any of (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST the steps in this manual please call for customer service.

  • Page 13: Subsequent Starting Of The Engine

    4. Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it gently until resistance is felt. Allow Cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly. Repeat until the engine starts. Note: Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the engine.

  • Page 14: Step 2 - Check The Fuel Level

    Step 2 – Check the Fuel Level Before starting the engine, check to see that there is sufficient gasoline in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge on top of the engine will indicate the fuel level in the tank. Add gasoline if necessary but leave sufficient room in tank for expansion.

  • Page 15: Maintenance / Care

    MAINTENANCE / CARE Proper routine maintenance of your engine will help prolong the life of your machine. Please perform maintenance checks and operations according the schedule below. If you have questions about any of the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST.

  • Page 16: Changing/ Adding Oil

    3. If oil level is below the second thread from the lip of the oil fill opening, slowly add oil until the engine crankcase is filled. 4. Reinstall and tighten oil filler cap before starting the engine. Changing/ Adding Oil Change the oil according to the maintenance schedule.

  • Page 17: Draining The Fuel Tank

    0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) Measuring the spark plug gap Recommended Spark Plug: NGK- BP7ES, Torch- F6TC Draining the Fuel Tank Clean fuel tank each year or before storing the engine for extended periods of time. To drain the fuel tank and carburetor: 1.

  • Page 18: Storage / Transport Procedures

    STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES CAUTION: Never place any type of storage cover on the engine while it is still hot. If the engine is being stored for short periods of time (30 – 60 days), add stabilized fuel to the fuel tank until full.

  • Page 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Displacement 173cc Max. Output 3.2 KW/3600RPM Max. Torque 9 N·m/2500RPM Vertical Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Engine Type Meets EPA phase III and CARB compliant Cooling System Forced air cooled Type 87+ octane unleaded gasoline Fuel Capacity 0.3 Gallon Type SAE 10W-30 above 32°...
  • Page 20 MOUNTING HOLE DIAGRAM...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists please call our customer help line at (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 Central Time. Problem Cause Solution Engine will not Fuel Related: Fuel Related: start No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve. Choke not in CHOKE position, cold Move Choke to CHOKE position.
  • Page 22 Problem Cause Solution Engine will not COMPRESSION RELATED: COMPRESSION RELATED: start Cylinder not lubricated. Pour tablespoon of oil into spark plug Problem after long storage hole. Crank engine a few times and try to periods. start again. Loose or broken spark plug. Tighten spark plug.
  • Page 23 Problem Cause Solution Engine stops Dirty air filter Clean or replace element. when under Engine running cold. Allow engine to warm up prior to heavy load operating equipment. Engine knocks Old or low quality gasoline. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline.

  • Page 24: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST...
  • Page 25 Part # Stock # Description Part # Stock # Description 56173-001 CYLINDER HEAD COVER 56173-051 VALVE LOCK NUT CYLINDER HEAD COVER 56173-002 GASKET 56173-052 VALVE ADJUSTING NUT 56173-003 CYLINDER HEAD 56173-053 VALVE SPRING SEAT 56173-004 CYLINDER HEAD GASKET 56173-054 ROCKER, VALVE...
  • Page 26 Part # Stock # Description 56173-101 FLYWHEEL 56173-102 BOLT 56173-103 IGNITION COIL 56173-104 GOVERNEOR ROD 56173-105 THROTTLE VALVE RETURNING SPRING 56173-106 THROTTLE CONTROL 56173-107 BOLT 56173-108 GOVEROR SUPPORT 56173-109 GOVERNOR SUPPORT BOLT 56173-110 56173-111 GOVERNOR SPRING 56173-112 CLIP...
  • Page 27 NOTES:...

  • Page 28: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT ® FOR WEN ENGINES ® engines are warranted (to the original purchaser) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase. Engines used for commercial or for rental have a warranty period of 90 days from date of original purchase.

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