Maintenance And Adjustments; Checking And Changing Oil; Removing Debris From Engine - Tecumseh VLV Technician's Handbook

Maintenance and Adjustments

To prevent accidental starting
WARNING
when working on equipment,
always disconnect spark plug wire
and keep it way from spark plug by attaching it
securely to grounding post.
The muffler and other engine
WARNING
parts become extremely hot
during operation and remain hot
after the engine has stopped. To avoid severe
burns on contact, stay away from these areas.
Spark Plug Wire
Spark Plug / Grounding Post

Checking and Changing Oil

To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
• Check oil level after every 5 operating hours when
engine is warm and before each use.
• Change oil after first 2 operating hours and every
25 operating hours thereafter; more often if
operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.
Engine should still be warm but not hot from recent
use.
1. Be sure you find the correct drain plug location if
present. (See equipment manufacturer's instructions).
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
spark plug by attaching it securely to grounding post.
3. Make sure the gas cap is on and is tightened securely.
4. Clean area around oil drain plug.
5. Place approved recyclable oil container under oil drain
plug, tipping engine to position the oil drain plug at
the lowest point on the engine. (See equipment
manufacturer's instructions).
6. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil.
7. Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.
8. Fill with recommended oil. See Table 2.
9. Wipe away any spilled oil.
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Spark Plug
Grounding Post

Removing Debris from Engine

Before each use, remove grass clippings, dirt and debris
from the following areas:
• Cooling fins
• Air intake screen
• Levers
• Linkage
Removing debris will insure adequate cooling, correct
engine speed and reduce the risk of fire.
Levers and Linkage
Muffler
Cooling Fins
Oil Drain Plug
Bottom of Engine
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