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SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED Safety References WITH THIS ENGINE: The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. Read Fire A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is Manual used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury.
Features and Controls Compare the illustration with your engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various features and controls. Air cleaner Muffler Spark plug Throttle lever Recoil starter Starting handle Fuel shutoff Choke lever Fuel filler cap Fuel tank Engine identification Dipstick Drain plug...
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Safety CAUTION WARNING This engine is shipped from us without oil. If you start Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged will pull hand and arm toward engine beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty. faster than you can let go.
How to Start the Engine WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. When Starting Engine · Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place and secured. ·...
Move Throttle lever (D) to MIN. position. Turn Engine switch (F) to the OFF position. Turn Fuel shutoff (I) to the OFF position. Troubleshooting If Engine will not s tart Out of fuel If engine is cold, ensure choke lever is set correctly. . Add fuel Engine flooded .
How to Check/Add Oil Figure 1 1. Remove the dipstick (O) and swipe with a clean cloth (Figure 1). 2. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in. 3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Make sure the oil is at the FULL mark (B) on the dipstick. 4. To add oil, pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill (A).
· Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources. Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary. If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris.
How to Replace the Spark Plug Check the gap (A) with a wire gauge (B). If necessary, reset the gap. Install and tighten the spark plug to the recommended torque. For gap setting or torque, see the Specifications section. Note: In some areas, local law requires using a resistor spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine was originally equipped with a resistor spark plug, use the same type for replacement.
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How to Remove Oil Caution: Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facilities. Removing Oil The oil must be drained from the Oil Drain Plug (See figure 4) Remove the dipstick (C) Please an approved container below the oil drain plug.
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The following precautions should be taken if storing your engine for a period exceeding 30 days, or for seasonal storage. • While engine is still warm, change oil. • Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass. • Drain all fuel from fuel tank into proper receptacle for storage. •...
U.S EPA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Northern Tool and Equipment Company Inc. are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your 2015 and later small None-Road Spark Ignition (NRSI) engines. Northern Tool and Equipment Company Inc.
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If you have any questions regarding your warranty coverage or how to locate a service center, you should contact Northern Tool and Equipment Company Inc. at: Tell: 1-877-234-6869 Email: Customercare@northerntool.com DEFECTS WARRANTY COVERAGE Northern Tool and Equipment Company Inc. warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the small off-road engine (NRSI ENGINE) (1) has been designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations;...
(e) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repair will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines. (f) The engine owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.
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(1) Fuel Metering System: (a) Gasoline carburetor assembly and its internal components (b) Carburetor gaskets (c) Fuel tank (d) Fuel Line (e) Fuel Line Fittings (f) Clamps (2) Air Induction System including: (a) Intake pipe/manifold (b) Air cleaner (3) Ignition System including: (a) Spark plug (b) Ignition coil (4) Catalytic Muffler Assembly including:...
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The distributor shall warranty any piece of equipment manufactured, or parts of equipment manufactured, to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 90 days for noncommercial/nonrental use. This warranty applies to the original purchaser of the equipment and is non transferable. Verification of purchase is the responsibility of the buyer.
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