Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 96155 Harbor Freight Tools
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4 HP GAS ENGINE VERTICAL - OHV Model 96155 ASSEMBL Y AND OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight T ools. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd.
Page 2 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SPECIFICA TIONS Engine T ype 4 HP 4-Stroke Gasoline Engine with V ertical Shaft & Recoil Start Air Cooled / Engine Model: 1P60FV -C / Engine Family: 7CLGS.1356V Displacement 1 19cc Compression Ratio 8:1 Maximum Power Output 4 HP @ 3600 RPM Maximum T orque 3.
Page 3 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. 1. Cluttered and dark areas invite acci- dents. Do not operate the Engine in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence 2. of ammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Page 4 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Spark Plug Wire before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. Store idle equipment out of reach of children and other untrained persons. 4. Gasoine engines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Page 5 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. interference or pacemaker failure. Caution is necessary when near the Engine’s magneto or recoil starter . Never leave the Engine unattended when it is running. 6. T urn off the Engine before leaving the work area.
Page 6 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. MECHANICAL PRECAUTIONS Prior to performing service, maintenance, or cleaning procedures, always 1. make sure the Engine’ s Ignition Switch is in its “OFF” position. Allow the En- gine to completely cool.
Page 7 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT : 1. If you have any doubts about your ability to perform the following assembly procedures, you should have a qualied service technician perform the assembly for you.
Page 8 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (NOT INCLUDED) REGULA TING MOUNT THROTTLE (1 - page 22) FIGURE B OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Make sure the Engine’ s Crankcase is lled with approximately 20 ounces of 1.
Page 9 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Grasp the Starter Handle (1 1 - page 21) on the Recoil Starter (12 - page 21) and 7. pull slowly until resistance is felt. Allow the Starter Rope to rewind slowly . Then pull the Starter Handle with a rapid, full arm stroke.
Page 10 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING 1. W ARNING! Never perform any services or maintenance on the Engine while it is running.
Page 1 1 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Engine will not start. 1. Low on fuel or oil. 2. Ignition switch is in “OFF” position. 3. Faulty spark plug. 4. Choke in wrong position.
Page 12 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CRANKCASE Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Crankcase 1 9 Oil Seal (6x1 1x4) 1 2 V alve Pie.
Page 13 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CRANKCASE SUMP Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Crankcase Gasket 1 11 Sump, Crankcase 1 2 .
Page 14 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD COVER Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Set Pin (10x16) 2 7 Exh.
Page 15 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CRANKSHAFT , PIST ON, CONNECTING ROD Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Piston Ring (I) 1 9 .
Page 16 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CAMSHAFT , V AL VE ROCKER Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Lock Nut 2 10 V alve Spring 2 2.
Page 17 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - CARBURET OR Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Carburetor 1 11 Float 1 2 Air Cleaner Gasket .
Page 18 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - FUEL T ANK Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Fuel Filler Cap Assy . 1 8 Fuel T ank 1 2 Fuel Filler Cap 1 9 Fuel T ank Cushion 2 3 Foam 1 10 Washer (10.
Page 19 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - AIR CLEANER Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Air Cleaner Bolt (M5x50) 1 5 Gasket 1 2 Air C.
Page 20 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - MUFFLER Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Exhaust Gasket 1 3 Mufer Hood 1 2 Mufer 1 4.
Page 21 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - RECOIL ST ARTER Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Starter Hood 1 7 Ratchet 2 2 Bolt (M6) 4 .
Page 22 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - REGULA TING CONTROL SYSTEM Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Regulating Mount with Throttle 1 6 Regulating Arm Assy .
Page 23 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - FL YWHEEL Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Nut 1 3 Flywheel Fan 1 2 Starting Flange 1 4 Fl.
Page 24 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST/DIAGRAM - IGNITION COIL Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Screw (M6x32) 2 4 Ignition Coil 1 2 Sleeve 2 5 Spark Plug Cap 1 3 Engine Stop Cable 1 6 Ignition Coil Assy .
Page 25 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 T ension Spring 1 8 Brake Anchor Pin 1 2 Brake Arm 1 9 Bolt (M3) 1 3 Brake Arm Bolt 1 10 Clapboard 1 4 W asher (8.
Page 26 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM W ARRANTY United States Emission Control Defects W arranty Statement The United States Environmental Prot.
Page 27 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULL Y THE MANUF ACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE P ARTS LIST AND ASSEM- BL Y DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONL Y .
Page 28 SKU 96155 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. LIMITED 90 DA Y W ARRANTY Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durabili.
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