40cc 173cc 196cc OHV Vertical Shaft Engine OPERATOR’S MANUAL Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. ! WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENGINE: Safety References The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard.
Safety CAUTION WARNING This engine is shipped from us without oil. If you start the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result. WARNING • When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
Features and Controls Compare the illustration with your engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various features and controls.
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 · Engine that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place and secured. · Do not crank engine with spark plug removed. · If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to open/run position, move throttle (if equipped) to fast position and crank until engine starts.
1. With Brake Lever.(See Figure 1 on page 4) Release the flywheel brake lever to stop the engine. 2. With Engine Switch.(See Figure 3 on page 4) Push and hold the engine stop switch until the engine stops running. Troubleshooting Engine will not start Out of fuel . Add fuel Fouled spark plug/engine fails to product spark . Remove spark plug and clean it. Check the spacing on the electrode and set the gap to the correct dimension. See Maintenance Section. If plug is damaged, replace with a new spark plug.
How to Check/Add Oil – Figure 4 on page 7 4 G Max. Min. 1. Remove the dipstick ( G ) and swipe with a clean cloth (Figure 4). 2. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in. 3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level should be in between the MIN. and MAX. levels. 4. If low, add oil slowly into the engine oil fill tube ( G ). Do not overfill. After adding oil. wait one minute and then recheck the oil level. 5. Replace and tighten the dipstick.
· Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately 1.5 inches (38 mm) below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. · 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 spill, wait until it evaporates before starting engine. 1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove the fuel cap. 2. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
CAUTION: The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies the top speed at which the engine will be operated. Do not exceed this speed. 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.
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 2) 1. Remove the dipstick. 2. Please an approved container below the oil drain plug. 3. Remove the Oil drain plug and allow oil to the drain into the approved container. 4.
Specifications ** Engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feel (300 meters) above sea level and 1% for each 10°F (5.6°C) above 77°F (25°C). The engine will operate satisfactorily at an angle up to 15°. Refer to the equipment operator’s manual for safe allowable operating limits on slopes. We recommend that you see and our Authorized Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine our parts.
DuroMax Power Equipment U.S. EPA AND CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board, and Imperial Industrial Supply Co. LTD. / DuroMax Power Equipment are pleased to explain the emissions control system’s warranty on your 2017 small off-road engine. In California, new equipment that use small off-engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
DuroMax Power Equipment GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: DuroMax Power Equipment warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent owner that the engine or equipment is: 1. Designed, built, and equipped to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the Air Resources Board; and 2. Free from defects in materials and workmanship that causes the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years. The warranty on emissions-related parts will be interpreted as follows: 1.
DuroMax Power Equipment Exhaust Emission Warranty Parts List. 1. Fuel Metering System (i) Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection system). 2. 3. 4. 5. 8. Electronic controls. 9. Vacuum, temperature, and time sensitive valves and switches. (ii) Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system. 10. Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies. (iii) Cold start enrichment system. 11.
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