Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 97964 Harbor Freight Tools
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2.5 HP HORIZONT AL OHV GASOLINE ENGINE Model 97964 SET UP , OPERA TING, AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS Using an engine indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open.
Page 2 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. CONTENTS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION ............................ 3 BASIC SPECIFICA TIONS ............. 6 UNP ACKING .................................. 6 SET UP INSTRUCTIONS ....
Page 3 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SA VE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warn- ings and precautions, assembly , operat- ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
Page 4 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Mount and use the Engine securely 4. and only on a at, level, well-venti - lated surface. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, 5. heavy-duty work gloves, and dust mask/respirator during set up.
Page 5 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Keep the Engine and surrounding 13. area clean at all times. Use the Engine in accordance with 14. these instructions and in the man- ner intended for the particular type of Engine, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Page 6 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Store the Engine out of the reach of 7. children. Follow scheduled engine mainte- 8. nance. REFUELING PRECAUTIONS: Do not smoke, or allow sparks, 1. ames, or other sources of ignition around the Engine, especially when refuelling.
Page 7 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start res around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local re agencies for laws or regulations relating to re prevention requirements.
Page 8 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. DIPSTICK (48) FIGURE B 1. Remove the Dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag. (See Figure B.) FIGURE C DIPSTICK (48) 2. Reinsert the Dipstick completely and remove it to check the oil level.
Page 9 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. NOTE: Always check the Fuel T ank 6. Filter (96) for excess dirt and debris before each use. If necessary , re- move and clean the Fuel T ank Filter . Then re-install the Filter in the Fuel T ank (96) and replace the Fuel T ank Cap (96).
Page 10 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. REV 08e, 08h 2-9/16” (65mm) Hole Distance 2-31/64” (63mm) Hole Distance 4-3/32” (104mm) Hole Distance.
Page 1 1 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Engine T ype 2.5 HP OHV Single Cylinder Bore x Stroke 52mm x 38mm Displacement 79cc Maximum Engine RPM 3600 Engine Model 152F Engine Family 8Y AMS.
Page 12 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Replace the Drain Plug Bolt and 3. Drain Plug W asher (69). Replace the washer , if damaged. Tighten the plug. (See Figure F .) Rell the oil to the proper level follow - 4. ing the instructions under the “Start- ing the Engine” section.
Page 13 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING SCHEDULE Note: This maintenance schedule is in- tended solely as a general guide. If performance decreases or if Engine operates unusually , check systems immediately .
Page 14 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. fuel stabilizer ’s recommended time period, or if the Engine does not start properly . PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULL Y THE MANUF ACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE P ARTS LIST AND ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONL Y .
Page 15 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T roubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Engine will not start FUEL RELA TED: No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. 1. Choke not in start position, 2. especially with cold engine.
Page 16 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. T roubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Engine misres Spark plug wire loose. 1. Incorrect spark plug gap or 2. damaged spark plug. Defective spark plug wire. 3.
Page 17 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST MUFFLER F AN COVER DIPSTICK CASE COVER BOL T POWER SWITCH THROTTLE CARBURETOR W/CHOKE CARBURETOR SP ACER EXHAUST V AL.
Page 18 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM.
Page 19 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DA Y W ARRANTY Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes ev - ery effort to assure that its products meet high quality .
Page 20 SKU 97964 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Owner ’ s W arranty Responsibilities As the eng ine owner , you are respon sibl e fo r th e per formance • of the required maintenance listed in your Owner’s Manual.
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