Engine Operator’s Manual
LV148EA/LV148XA
LV156EA/LV156XA
LV195EA/LV195XA
Four-Cycle Engine • Vertical Crankshaft • Air-Cooled
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safety Definitions.........................................ii
I. General Safety Precautions ............................................................. 1
II. How to Get Service .......................................................................... 3
III. Oil and Fuel Specifications............................................................... 4
IV. Before Starting Your Engine............................................................. 4
V. Starting Your Engine ........................................................................ 7
VI. Stopping Your Engine and Short-Term Storage ............................. 13
VII. Maintenance .................................................................................. 13
VIII. Transporting Your Engine............................................................... 21
IX. Storing Your Engine ....................................................................... 22
X. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires..................................... 24
XI. Maintenance Intervals.................................................................... 24
California & US EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement.......... 28
Emission Control System Warranty ............................................... 29
XII. Warranty Information...................................................................... 30
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(English) 10/01/06
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