LCT Engines
Service Manual
PGH45163 10/14/13 rev D
ENGINEERING A NEW
GENERATION OF POWER
Table of Contents
Engine Model Number & Serial Numbering System 2-3
General Specifications 4-5
General Troubleshooting 6-7
Advanced Troubleshooting (for authorized LCT technicians) 8-10
Spark Plug Service 10
Engine Oil Level Check 11
Engine Oil Change 11
Engine Oil Recommendations 11
Maintenance Schedule 12
Torque Specifications 13-14
Summer Engine Dimensions
15-20
79 15
136 16
179 17
208 18
291 19
414 20
Winter Engine Dimensions 21-29
136 21
208 (Gen I) 22
208 (Gen II) 23
254 24
291 25
306 26
369 27
414 28
420 29
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The rst two lines of an engine’s number is the model number. It is alphanumeric and engraved on the side of the block to the right of
the recoil. The third line is alphanumeric and is also the serial number.
LCT Engine Model Numbering System Definition (see chart on page 3):
1. Preproduction - This column is coded and reserved for prototype engines only.
2. Plant - This column is coded and used for LCT internal use only.
3. Design Family - This column is used for emissions regulations and coded for LCT internal use only.
4. Crankshaft - This column indicated whether the PTO shaft (crankshaft) is congured in the engine horizontally or vertically.
5. Shaft - This column is used for the description of the PTO shaft. This will aid in determining what will be the engine’s primary use.
6. Shaft Detail - This column references a chart that designates which LCT engineering drawing corresponds to the PTO shaft.
This is for LCT internal use only.
7. Horsepower - This column is coded to designate the engine’s power output (horsepower) with its corresponding size
(cubic centimeters).
8. Paint Code - This column is coded to which color scheme the engine is equipped with.
9. Starter Type - This column is coded to which type of starting system the engine is equipped with.
10. Options - This column is coded to designate which equipment options the engine is equipped with.
11. Emissions Label - This column is coded for the emissions standards the engine meets.
12. Pack Code - This column is reserved for LCT Packaging Department only.
NOTE:
The LCT Engine Model and Serial Number Systems is subject to be changed or edited at any time.
Engine Model Number & Serial Numbering System
Engine Serial Number Sequence
XX XXX XX XXXXX X:
Example:
Engine Serial Number 0965H1200001A represents:
“09” is 2009
“65H” is for 208cc Horizontal Engine Series (Refer to Engine Model Number System)
“12” is December
“00001” is the 1st Engine Produced During Month of December
“A” is the Horizontal Assembly Line
Assembly Line Designation (A, B, C, D)
Sequential Engine Number
Produced Month
Engine Series Designation (80V, 40H, 65H, 90H, 12H)
Produced Year
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Plant Design Family
Crankshaft
Shaft HP Paint Code Starter Type Options Emissions Label Pack Code
P LM Moderate H Horizontal T Threaded 150
[1.5hp (63cc)]
1 - JPC Black Recoil
(Standard JPC Black)
E - 12VDC/
120VAC Electric
A - Fixed Speed E1 - 50 State S - Single Pack
S LO ***Hybrid V Vertical K Straight-Keyed 175
[ 1.75hp (79cc) ]
2 - Black Tank
(Pantone Black G (Glossy))
P- Recoil B - Manual Choke E2 - 49 State M - Multi-Pack
D LX Extended P Tapered 200
[ 2.0hp (87cc) ]
3 - Titan Yellow Blower Housing Z - Recoil/
Electric Provision
C - Catalytic Muffler E4 - California Preempt
LD Diesel S Splined (No Attach.) 250
[ 2.5hp (98cc) ]
4 - Black Blower Housing (Pantone
Black G (Glossy))
Y - 220VAC Electric D - Generator Air Filter E5 - California Exh Only
W1 GEN I Snow G1 2:1 Reduction (GEAR) 350
[ 3.5hp (106cc) ]
5 - Yellow Recoil
(Pantone 1235C)
X - 12V DC with Starter Box E - Generator Muffler E7 - European Compliant
W2 GEN II Snow G2 6:1 Reduction (GEAR) 400
[ 4.0hp (136cc) ]
6 - Yellow Tank
(Pantone 1235C)
V - [TBD] F - No Tank E8 - Australian Compliant
W3 Single Stage
Snow 1
G3 2:1 Reduction (CHAIN) 500
[ 5.0hp (179cc) ]
7 - Black Tank
(Pantone Black M (Matte))
U - [TBD] G - High Oil Fill Tube E9 - South East Asia
W4 *Snow King G4 2:1 Reduction (CLUTCH) 650
[6.5hp (208cc) ]
8 - Black Blower Housing (Pantone
Black M (Matte))
T - [TBD] H - Commercial Fuel Tank (Large
Fuel Tank)
EA - Canadian Compliant
W5 **Snow King 750
[7.5hp (254cc) ]
9 - Yellow Blower Housing
(Pantone 1235C)
S -[TBD] I - AC Charging Coil Equipped EB - NON CERTIFIED
W6 Private Label
Snow
850
[ 8.5hp (291cc) ]
1A - Titan Green Blower Housing
(Pantone Green 364C)
J - DC Charging Coil Equipped E12 - [TBD]
W7 Ariens Single
Stage
950
[ 9.5hp (306cc) ]
1B - Titan Green Recoil
(Pantone Green 364C)
K - Evaporative Emission Equipped E13 - [TBD]
W8 GEN III Snow 1000
[ 10.0hp (369cc) ]
1D - XH Black Recoil
(Pantone Black M (Matte))
L - Coaxial Idle Down Equipped E14 - [TBD]
ID Inverter Design
Engine
1250
[ 12.5hp (414cc) ]
1C - Carmine Red Blower Housing
(RAL 3002)
M - Remote Throttle Control E15 - [TBD]
1300
[13.0hp (420cc) ]
1E - Blue Recoil
(PMS 294C)
N - High Ouput Air Filter - Non CA
CI219A
[ 4hp (219cc) ]
1F - Blue Fuel Tank
(PMS 294C)
O - Snow Equipped
CI306
[ 6hp (306cc) ]
1G - Blue Blower Housing
(PMS 294C)
P - Pleated Paper Air Filter
CI306A
[ 7hp (306cc) ]
1H - Titan Orange Blower Housing Q - No Low Oil Sensor
CI418
[ 8hp (418cc) ]
1I - Titan Orange Recoil R - Low Temperature Muffler
CI418A
[ 9hp (418cc) ]
IJ - Sliver Recoil
(Titan Spec Silver)
S - Atm. Vented Plastic Fuel Cap w/
Tether Cord
CI219
[ 3.5hp (219cc)]
1K - Sliver Blower Housing
(Titan Spec Silver)
T - Two Low Oil Fill Plugs
CI219A
[4.0hp (219cc)]
1L - [TBD] U - Upgrade Bearing
CI435A
[ 9hp (435cc) ]
1M - [TBD] V - Viton Oil Seals
1N - XH Black Recoil (Pantone
Black G (Glossy)
X - Single Stator Charging System
1O - Yellow Fuel Tank
(PMS B1046)
Y - Dual Stator Charging System
1P - JPC Black Recoil (Lightweight
Recoil Design)
Z - CE Compliance Package
1Q - [TBD] 1 - Integrated On/Off Speed Controls
1R - [TBD] 2 - Remote Choke
1S - [TBD] 3 -2.7L Fuel Tank
1T - [TBD] 4 - 3.6L - Fuel Tank
1U - [TBD] 5 - 60W AC Alternator
1V - [TBD] 6 - ROV Fuel Tank Equipped
1W - [TBD] 7 - Reduced Sound Muffler Package
1X - [TBD] 8 - [TBD]
1Y - [TBD] 9 - Front Oil Drain Tube
1Z - [TBD] 10 - [TBD]
2A - [TBD] 11 - [TBD]
2B - [TBD]
2C - [TBD]
2D - Yellow Recoil (Yellow C)
2E - Yellow Blower Housing
(Yellow C)
2F - Yellow Fuel Tank (Yellow C)
2G - Blue Recoil (PMS 287C)
2H - Blue Blower Housing
(PMS 287C)
2I - Blue Fuel Tank (PMS287C)
2J - [TBD]
2K - [TBD]
2L - [TBD]
2M - [TBD]
2N - [TBD]
2O - [TBD]
2P - [TBD]
Engine Model Number & Serial Numbering System
Model No. PLMHK14650124PBGPSTUVE2M ID Number 920811000
P Manufacturing Facility 9 Horizontal
LM Moderate Design Family 208 cc Displacement
H Horizontal Crankshaft 1 Summer
K Keyed PTO design 1000 Sequential Number
14 #14 Crankshaft Drawing
650 6.5hp (208cc) engine
1 Black Recoil (Glossy)
2G Blue Recoil (PMS287C)
2 Black Tank (Glossy)
4 Black Blower Housing (Glossy)
P Pull Start
B Manual Choke
G High Oil Fill Tube
P Pleated Paper Air Filter
S Atmosphere Vented Plastic Fuel
Cap w/ Tether Cord
T Two Low Oil Fill Plugs
U C&U Bearings
V Viton Oil Seals
E2 49 State Compliant
M Multi-Pack
EXAMPLE
Both Model & ID Numbers to be
on PMI & Specification Sheet
NOTES:
* W4 DESIGNATOR IS USED FOR FULL ENGINE DRESSED SNOW KING PLATFORMS
** W5 DESIGNATOR IS USED FOR LIMITED ENGINE DRESSED SNOW KING
PLATFORMS
*** LO DESIGNATOR IS USED FOR SUMMER SPEC ENGINES WITH WINTER SELF
TAPPING MOUNT CYLINDERS
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General Specifications
Item 79cc 136cc 179cc 208cc 254cc
Maximum Speed 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3600±50rpm
Idle Speed 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm
Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1 8.5:1 8.5:1 8.5:1
Displacement 79cc 136cc 179cc 208cc 254cc
Compression Release yes yes yes yes yes
Cast Iron Sleeve yes yes yes yes yes
Bore x Stroke
2.02" x 1.49" (51.4mm x
38mm)
2.44" x 1.77" (62mm x
45mm)
2.55" x 2.13" (65mm x
54mm)
2.76" x 2.13" (70mm x
54mm)
2.99" x 2.2" (76mm x
56mm)
PTO Rotation
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
Fuel (DO NOT USE E85) regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline
Low Oil Shutoff if equipped if equipped if equipped if equipped if equipped
Fuel Shutoff Valve yes yes yes yes yes
Oil Fill Capacity 13oz 16oz 16oz 16oz 20oz
Spark Plug Gap 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.)
Ignition Air Gap
(At Flywheel)
0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm
Valve Adjustment
(gap) Intake
.11 +/- .02mm (.003-
.005in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
Valve Adjustment
(gap) Exhaust
.13 +/- .02mm (.004-.006
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
Dry Weight
(Summer Engines)
22.72 lbs. (10.3kg) 31 lbs. (14.1kg) 35 lbs. (16.6kg) 35 lbs. (16.6kg) NA
Dry Weight
(Winter - Gen II / PW2)
NA 38 lbs. (17.3kg) 42 lbs. (19.1kg) 42 lbs. (19.1kg) 45.23 lbs. (20.5kg)
Dry Weight (Winter - PW3) NA 30 lbs. (13.6kg) 36 lbs. (16.4kg) 36 lbs. (16.4kg) NA
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General Specifications
Item 291cc 306cc 369cc 414cc 420cc
Maximum Speed 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm 3850±50rpm
Idle Speed 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm 2050+/-50rpm
Compression Ratio 9:1 9:1 8.1:1 8.1:1 8.1:1
Displacement 291cc 306cc 369cc 414cc 420cc
Compression Release yes yes yes yes yes
Cast Iron Sleeve yes yes yes yes yes
Bore x Stroke
3.15" x 2.28" (80mm x
58mm)
3.22" x 2.28" (82mm x
58mm)
3.34" x 2.55" (85mm x
65mm)
3.54" x 2.56" (90mm x
65mm)
3.54" x 2.59" (90mm x
66mm)
PTO Rotation
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
CCW (measured from PTO
side)
Fuel (DO NOT USE E85) regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline regular unleaded gasoline
Low Oil Shutoff if equipped if equipped if equipped if equipped if equipped
Fuel Shutoff Valve yes yes yes yes yes
Oil Fill Capacity 32oz 32oz 38oz 38oz 38oz
Spark Plug Gap 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.) 0.7-0.8mm (.027-.030 in.)
Ignition Air Gap
(At Flywheel)
0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm 0.4 +/- 0.2mm
Valve Adjustment
(gap) Intake
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
.15 +/- .02mm (.005-
.007in)
Valve Adjustment
(gap) Exhaust
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
.20 +/- .02mm (.007-.009
in.)
Dry Weight
(Summer Engines)
57.32 lbs. (26kg) 57.32 lbs. (26kg) 69.45 lbs. (31.5kg) 69.45 lbs. (31.5kg) 69.45 lbs. (31.5kg)
Dry Weight
(Winter - Gen II / PW2)
61 lbs. (27.7kg) 61 lbs. (27.7kg) 72 lbs. (32.7kg) 72 lbs. (32.7kg) 72 lbs. (32.7kg)
Dry Weight (Winter - PW3) NA NA NA NA NA
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General Troubleshooting
Engine will not start:
1. Check oil level- Do you have the correct amount of oil? (Ref: Engine Oil Service, pg. 10)
Remedy: Oil should be visible and to the top 2 threads of the LOWEST oil ll spout.
2. Is on/off switch on?
Remedy: Turn to the on position per engine specication.
3. Snow Only:
a) Is the Run/Stop switch in the Run Position?
Remedy: Push switch to the Run Position.
b) Is the snow safety key inserted into slot?
Remedy: Push key into slot to fully engage.
4. Do you have fuel in the fuel tank?
Remedy: Add fuel.
5. Is the fuel petcock turned to the on position?
Remedy: Turn to the on position.
6. Was the engine choked?
Remedy: When starting the engine the choke lever should be pushed left to the on
position, and after starting, pushed right to the off position. If engine is equipped with
twist type choke, the knob should be turned clockwise to the start position, and after
starting, turned counter-clockwise to the run position. If engine still does not start
move to half choke and pull twice.
7. Is the spark plug boot securely fastened to the spark plug?
Remedy: Slide over spark plug and t securely.
8. Has the fuel being used been purchased within the last 30-days and was it stored in a plastic container?
Remedy: Replace old fuel with new fuel.
9. Is the engine ooded?
Remedy: Remove spark plug and replace with any of the spark plugs listed under Spark Plug Service, pg. 9.
• NOTICE
Using an incorrect spark plug may cause engine damage.
1 2 3 4
STA RT
ON
OFF
START
RUN
SnowTwist Choke
Summer
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General Troubleshooting
Engine stops running:
1. Has the fuel being used been purchased within the last 30-days and was it stored in a plastic container?
Remedy: Replace old fuel with new fuel.
2. Is the air lter dirty?
Remedy: Replace air lter element if dirty. Clean prelter of any dirt or dust per engine specication.
3. Was the engine choked?
Remedy: When starting the engine the choke lever should be pushed left to the on
position, and after starting, pushed right to the off position. If engine is equipped with
twist type choke, the knob should be turned clockwise to the start position, and after
starting, turned counter-clockwise to the run position. If engine still does not start
move to half choke and pull twice.
4. Is the spark plug corroded?
Remedy: Remove spark plug and replace with any of the plugs listed under Spark Plug Service, pg.9.
• NOTICE
Using an incorrect spark plug may cause engine damage.
5. Has the engine run out of fuel?
Remedy: Refuel engine.
6. Is the fuel petcock turned to the on position?
Remedy: Turn to the on position.
7. Is the throttle set too low (variable speed models only)?
Remedy: Increase the throttle per engine specication.
Snow
Summer
1 2 3 4
STA RT
ON
OFF
START
RUN
Twist Choke
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Advanced Troubleshooting – For Authorized LCT Technicians
ENGINE
Complaint Symptom and possible causes Remedy
Engine will not start, or is
hard to start
Compression too low
1. Valves out of adjustment Adjust
2. Worn valve guides or poor seating of valves Repair or Replace
3. Mistiming valves Adjust
4. Excessively worn piston rings Replace
5. Worn-down cylinder bore Replace
6. Poor seating of spark plug Retighten
7. Failed head gasket Replace
Plug not sparking
1. Fouled spark plug Replace
2. Wet spark plug Dry off
3. Defective ignition coil Replace
4. Spark plug wire damaged Replace
5. Kill switch in “OFF” position Switch to “On”
6. Ignition coil air gap is too wide Reset
7. Ignition coil failure Replace
No fuel reaching the intake manifold
1. Clogged fuel filter or fuel line Replace
2. Dirty/gummed up carburetor Clean
3. Fuel petcock is turned off Turn on
4. Fuel tank is empty Fill
Engine idles poorly 1. Out of adjustment tappet clearance Adjust
2. Poor seating of valves Replace or Repair
3. Defective valve guides Replace
4. Worn down camshaft Replace
5. Too wide spark plug gap Adjust or replace
6. Defective ignition coil Replace
7. Ignition coil air gap too wide Adjust
8. Dirty/gummed up carburetor Clean
9. Stale fuel Replace
Engine stalls easily 1. Dirty/gummed up carburetor Clean
2. Fouled spark plug Replace
3. Clogged fuel line Replace
4. Valves out of adjustment Adjust
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Noisy Engine Excessive Valve Chatter
1. Too large valve clearance Adjust
2. Weakened or broken valve spring Replace
3. Worn tappet or cam lobe Replace
4. Worn and burnt camshaft journal Replace
Noise seems to come from piston
1. Worn down piston or cylinder Replace
2. Fouled with carbon combustion chamber Clean
3. Worn piston pin or piston pin bore Replace
4. Worn piston rings or ring grooves Replace
Noise seems to come from crankshaft
1. Rattling bearings due to wear Replace
2. Worn and burnt main bearings Replace
3. Worn and burnt pin bearing Replace
4. Too large endplay Adjust
Noise seems to come from outside of engine
1. Loose trim item Tighten
Engine runs poorly in high
speed range
Defective engine internal/electrical parts
1. Weakened valve springs Replace
2. Worn camshaft Replace
3. Valve timing out of adjustment Adjust
4. Too narrow spark plug gaps Adjust
5. Defective ignition coil Replace
6. Clogged air cleaner element Replace
7. Clogged fuel line, resulting in inadequate fuel supply
to carburetor
Replace
8. Worn bearings Replace
9. Blown head gasket Replace
10. Ignition coil air gap too wide Adjust
11. Dirty/gummed up carburetor Clean
12. Stale fuel Replace
Defective air flow system
1. Carburetor gasket leak - sucking air causing engine to
run lean
Replace
Engine lacks power Defective engine internal/electrical parts
1. Loss of valve clearance Adjust
2. Weakened valve springs Replace
3. Out of adjustment valve timing Adjust
4. Worn piston ring or cylinder Replace
5. Poor seating of valves Replace
6. Fouled spark plug Replace
7. Incorrect spark plug Replace
8. Clogged air filter element Replace
9. Carburetor gasket leak - sucking air causing engine to
run lean
Replace
10. Too much engine oil Adjust
11. Air fins clogged on engine causing to overheat Remove debris
12. Not enough oil in engine Adjust
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Dirty or heavy exhaust smoke 1. Too much engine oil in the engine Adjust
2. Worn piston rings or cylinder Replace
3. Worn valve guides Replace
4. Scored or scuffed cylinder wall Replace
5. Worn valve stems Replace
6. Defective stem seal Replace
7. Worn oil ring side rails Replace
No spark or poor spark 1. Defective ignition coil Replace
2. Defective spark plug Replace
3. Open-circuit wiring connection Check and repair
Spark plug fouled with carbon 1. Incorrect gasoline Replace
2. Dirty air cleaner element Replace
3. Too cold spark plug Use hotter plug
Spark plug becomes fouled
too soon
1. Worn piston rings Replace
2. Worn piston or cylinder Replace
3. Excessive clearance of valve stems in valve guides Replace
4. Worn valve stem oil seal Replace
Spark plug electrode over-
heated or burnt
1. Too hot spark plug Use colder plug
2. Overheated the engine Tune up
3. Loose spark plug Tighten
4. Too lean fuel mixture Check for air leak
Spark Plug Service
Recommended spark plugs: Torch Plug: F6RTP (Platinum) and F6RTC
Cross References
• Champing plug cross reference is: RN9YC (some tables show RN9YCC)
• NGK plug cross reference is: BPR6ES
• BOSCH plug cross reference is: WR6DC
• NOTICE
Using an incorrect spark plug may cause engine damage.
1. When engine is cool, disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any debris from the spark plug area with high pressure air.
2. Remove the spark plug with a 13/16-inch (21mm) spark plug wrench.
3. Inspect the spark plug. Replace it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped. Spark plug gap should
be set to 0.027 - 0.030 inches (0.7 - 0.8mm).
4. Install the spark plug carefully to avoid cross threading. Screw in spark plug by hand until it stops turning.
5. Tighten the spark plug with a 13/16-inch (21mm) spark plug wrench. Tighten 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
• NOTICE
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine. Over-tightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the
cylinder head.
6. Attach the spark plug cap. Ensure spark plug cap snaps into place securely.
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Max Upper
Level
Max Lower
Level
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and with the engine in a level position.
1.
2.
Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
3.
4.
Always check the engine oil before start up.
Engine Oil Change
Engine Oil
Recommendations
Engine oil aects performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive
detergent oil.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities shown in
the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area warrants.
container. The manufacturer recommends you use API SERVICE category
SJ engine oil, or better.
Fill if oil is
below letter
“L” on the
filler cap
Fill if oil
is below
“Add”
on the
dipstick
Engine Oil Capacities
79cc: 13 oz (.384 liter)
136cc/179cc/208cc: 16 oz (.473 liter)
254cc: 20 oz (.591 liter)
291cc/306cc: 32 oz (.946 liter)
369cc/414cc/420cc: 38 oz (1.123 liter)
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and
completely. Avoid contact with hot oil.
1. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil then remove
2. Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the drain plug, and
tighten it securely. Do not over tighten. Dispose of used motor oil in a
manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take used
oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw used oil in the trash, pour it on the ground, or pour
down a drain.
3.
• NOTICE Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
4.
ALL
MODELS
179, 208, 254cc
ONLY
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NOTE
Following proper maintenance is critical under extreme operating conditions.
Maintenance Schedule
Normal Operating Conditions (less than 40 hrs. per year)
EACH USE FIRST
MONTH
EVERY
6 MONTHS
ONCE
A YEAR
Engine Oil Level Check
Engine Oil Replace Replace
Air Filter Check Clean / Replace
Spark Plug* Clean Replace
Cylinder/Head Fins Clean
Oil Leaks Check
Bolts Check
Fuel Hose Clamps Check
* Spark plug gap to be set to 0.027 - 0.030 inches (0.7 - 0.8mm).
Extreme Operating Conditions (greater than 40 hrs. per year)
EACH USE EVERY 40 HOURS
Engine Oil Level Check
Engine Oil Replace
Air Filter Check
Spark Plug* Replace
Cylinder/Head Fins Check Clean
Oil Leaks Check
Bolts Check
Fuel Hose Clamps Check
* Spark plug gap to be set to 0.027 - 0.030 inches (0.7 - 0.8mm).
Liquid Combustion Technology engines are
made under one or more of the following patents:
PATENT NUMBER:
US D503,723 S US D534,923 S US D560,275 S US D593,190 S US D533,195 S
US D516,582 S US D539,818 S US D570,877 S US D596,649 S US D611,411 S
US D521,024 S US D543,216 S US D570,879 S US D600,252 S US D627,368 S
US D532,794 S US D549,241 S US D585,348 S US D604,686 S
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Torque Specifications
Item
79cc Torque
(N.M)
136cc Torque
(N.M)
179cc Torque
(N.M)
208cc Torque
(N.M)
254cc Torque
(N.M)
Oil Drain Bolt 31 (270-280 in-lbs.) 31 (270-280 in-lbs.) 31 (270-280 in-lbs.) 31 (270-280 in-lbs.) 31 (270-280 in-lbs.)
Oil drain extended tube
(if equipped)*
NA 36 (320-330 in lbs.) 36 (320-330 in lbs.) 36 (320-330 in lbs.) 36 (320-330 in lbs.)
LOS Switch Mtg Bolts NA 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.)
Spark plug 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.)
Carburetor Mtg Studs 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.)
Exhaust Studs 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.)
Connecting rod bolt 12-14 (106-124 in-lbs.) 12-14 (106-124 in-lbs.) 12-14 (106-124 in-lbs.) 12-14 (106-124 in-lbs.) 12-14 (106-124 in-lbs.)
Ignition Coil mtg bolts 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.)
Valve adjustment lock-
ing nut
10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.)
Governor Arm locking
bolt
8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.)
Carburetor mtg nut
(summer/winter)
7 (62 in-lbs.) 7 (62 in-lbs.) 7 (62 in-lbs.) 7 (62 in-lbs.) 7 (62 in-lbs.)
Muffler mtg nut 20 (172 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.)
Rocker Arm mtg stud 8 (71 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.)
Crankcase PTO Cover
bolts
12-14 (106-120 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.)
Cylinder Head Bolts 30 (22 ft-lbs.) 36 (27 ft-lbs.) 36 (27 ft-lbs.) 36 (27 ft-lbs.) 38-42 (28-31 ft-lbs.)
Flywheel nut 60 (44 ft-lbs.) 75-80 (55-59 ft-lbs.) 75-80 (55-59 ft-lbs.) 75-80 (55-59 ft-lbs.) 84-86 (62-64 ft-lbs.)
Valve Cover mtg bolt(s) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Fuel Tank mtg bolts 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Speed Control mtg
bolts
6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Recoil Starter mtg bolts 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Electric Starter mtg
bolts
NA 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Blower Housing mtg
bolts
6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Sheet Metal mtg bolts 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
*Torque values are with thread locking compound applied to the threads.
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Torque Specifications
Item
291cc Torque
(N.M)
306cc Torque
(N.M)
369cc Torque
(N.M)
414cc Torque
(N.M)
420cc Torque
(N.M)
Oil Drain Bolt 38 (330-340 in lbs.) 38 (330-340 in lbs.) 38 (330-340 in lbs.) 38 (330-340 in lbs.) 38 (330-340 in lbs.)
Oil drain extended tube
(if equipped)*
45 (400-410 in lbs.) 45 (400-410 in lbs.) 45 (400-410 in lbs.) 45 (400-410 in lbs.) 45 (400-410 in lbs.)
LOS Switch Mtg Bolts 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.)
Spark plug 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.)
Carburetor Mtg Studs 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.) 8-12 (71-106 in-lbs.)
Exhaust Studs 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.)
Connecting rod bolt 20 (177 in-lbs.) 20 (177 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.)
Ignition Coil mtg bolts 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.) 10-12 (86-106 in-lbs.)
Valve adjustment lock-
ing nut
10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.) 10 (86 in-lbs.)
Governor Arm locking
bolt
8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.)
Carburetor mtg nut
(summer/winter)
8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.) 8 (71 in-lbs.)
Muffler mtg nut 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.) 20-24 (177-212 in-lbs.)
Rocker Arm mtg stud 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.) 20-25 (177-222 in-lbs.)
Crankcase PTO Cover
bolts
24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.) 24-26 (212-230 in-lbs.)
Cylinder Head Bolts 40-42 (29.5-31 ft-lbs.) 40-42 (29.5-31 ft-lbs.) 48 (35 ft-lbs.) 48 (35 ft-lbs.) 48 (35 ft-lbs.)
Flywheel nut 116-120 (86-89 ft-lbs.) 116-120 (86-89 ft-lbs.) 116-120 (86-89 ft-lbs.) 116-120 (86-89 ft-lbs.) 116-120 (86-89 ft-lbs.)
Valve Cover mtg bolt(s) 12-13 (106-115 in-lbs.) 12-13 (106-115 in-lbs.) 12-13 (106-115 in-lbs.) 12-13 (106-115 in-lbs.) 12-13 (106-115 in-lbs.)
Fuel Tank mtg bolts 22-26 (189-223in-lbs.) 22-26 (189-223in-lbs.) 22-26 (189-223in-lbs.) 22-26 (189-223in-lbs.) 22-26 (189-223in-lbs.)
Speed Control mtg
bolts
6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Recoil Starter mtg bolts 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Electric Starter mtg
bolts
10-14 (86-124 in-lbs.) 10-14 (86-124 in-lbs.) 10-14 (86-124 in-lbs.) 10-14 (86-124 in-lbs.) 10-14 (86-124 in-lbs.)
Blower Housing mtg
bolts
6-10( 52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
Sheet Metal mtg bolts 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.) 6-10 (52-86 in-lbs.)
*Torque values are with thread locking compound applied to the threads.
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79cc Summer Engine Dimensions
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136cc Summer Engine Dimensions
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14.208in
360.89mm
ni478.21
mm99.623
15.794in
401.18mm
3.583in
91mm
5/16-24UNF
4.201in
106.70mm
6.378in
162mm
3.780in
96mm
9.902in
251.50mm
3.625in[92mm]
Bolt Circle
4-5/16-UNF
12.212in
310.19mm
9.771in
248.19mm
2.441in
62mm
3.027in
76.88mm
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179cc Summer Engine Dimensions
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208cc Summer Engine Dimensions
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6
4-5/16-24UNF
5/16-24UNF
16.250 in (412.75mm)
14.00 in (355.6mm)
11.625 in (295.275mm)
4.17 in [106mm]
3.78 in [96mm]
6.38 in [162mm]
3.625 in [92mm]
BOLT CIRCLE
5/16"-24 thread
3.190 in (81.026mm)
3.475 in (88.265mm)
13.45in (341.63mm)
10.110 in (256.79mm)
12.500" in (317.50mm)
3.05"(77.5mm)
.750 in (19.05mm)
2.4309 in (61.7mm)
Key width
3/16 in (4.76mm)
3.622
41.25+0.025
2.200"
4-5/16-24
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291cc Summer Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
22.5
29
17
R13
R7
132
90
14
106
ø12
2-ø10.5
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414cc Summer Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
22.5
29
17
R13
R7
132
ø12
2-ø10.5
90
400
485
14
106
432
133±0.03
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136cc Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
14.23
361.3
9.01
228.9
6.51
165.4
9.75
247.6
4.20
106.70
12.12
307.8
3.07
78
4.21
107
6.38
162
3.11
79
2.59
65.8
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208cc GEN I Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
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208cc GEN II Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
15.75
400.1
4.18
106.1
14.00
355.6
12.80
325
14.00
355.6
15.75
400.1
13.39
340
10.36
263.1
6.38
162
3.13
79.4
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254cc Snow Engine Dimensions
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291cc Snow Engine Dimensions
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317
70.8
182
145
182
297
260
35
349
100
73
81 0.1
+
-
317
70.8
182
145
182
297
260
35
349
100
73
81 0.1
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
59
+1
0
4.5
3/8-24UNF-2B
60˚
ø/10.5
73.03
+1
0
34
133.5 0.05
65
28
R2
R2
R3
ø30
-0.04
-0.06
369.03
296
446
424
133.5 0.05
3º
2º
402
90 0.1
105.5 0.1
ø113 0.15
ø92 0.15
8x5/16-24
9.12
-0.13
0
6.4
-0.05
0
ø25.4
-0.025
0
21
20
118
3781 0.1
+
-
4xø8.9
0
-0.1
N
N
+
-
90 0.1
+
-
90 0.1
+
-
105.5 0.1
+
-
105.5 0.1
208.3
640
220.9
195
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306cc Snow Engine Dimensions
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369cc Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
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414cc Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
70.8
322
35
359
100
73
103
270
70.8
183
103
225
35
100
73
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
59
+1
0
4.5
3/8-24UNF-2B
60˚
ø/10.5
73.03
+1
0
34
133.5 0.05
65
28
R2
R2
R3
ø30
-0.04
-0.06
387.03
314
465
249
118
431
133.5 0.05
3º
2º
412
90 0.1
105.5 0.1
ø113 0.15
ø92 0.15
8x5/16-24
9.12
-0.13
0
6.4
-0.05
0
ø25.4
-0.025
0
22.5
223.2
640
132
236.85
195
29103 0.1
+
-
4xø8.9
0
-0.1
N
N
+
-
90 0.1
+
-
90 0.1
+
-
105.5 0.1
+
-
105.5 0.1
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420cc Snow Engine Dimensions
*Drawings do not accurately represent actual engine appearance.
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