Wen 56173 173 cc 6 HP OHV Vertical Shaft Gas Engine-CA User Manual

173cc Vertical Engine Item # 56173 Owner’s Manual Manual del Propietario Questions? Problems? Please call our customer help line: (800

ENGINE PREPARATION Using the Engine for the First Time The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the engine for use. If after read

Step 2- Add Gasoline WARNING: This engine may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ig

STARTING THE ENGINE Before starting the engine, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Engine Preparation” section of this manual.

4. Grip the Starter Handle of the Engine loosely and pull it gently until resistance is felt. Allow Cable to retract fully and then pull it quickly.

Step 2 – Check the Fuel Level Before starting the engine, check to see that there is sufficient gasoline in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge on top of t

MAINTENANCE / CARE Proper routine maintenance of your engine will help prolong the life of your machine. Please perform maintenance checks and opera

3. If oil level is below the second thread from the lip of the oil fill opening, slowly add oil until the engine crankcase is filled. 4. Reinstall

0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) Measuring the spark plug gap Recommended Spark Plug: NGK- BP7ES, Torch- F6TC Drain

STORAGE / TRANSPORT PROCEDURES CAUTION: Never place any type of storage cover on the engine while it is still hot. If the engine is being stored f

SPECIFICATIONS Displacement 173cc Max. Output 3.2 KW/3600RPM Max. Torque 9 N·m/2500RPM Engine Type Vertical Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV Meets EPA

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION For information and questions, please contact the Customer Service Help Line by calling 800-232-1195. Certain information will

MOUNTING HOLE DIAGRAM 17

TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists please call our customer help line at (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 Central Time. Problem Cause Solution Eng

Problem Cause Solution Engine will not start COMPRESSION RELATED: COMPRESSION RELATED: Cylinder not lubricated. Problem after long storage periods.

Problem Cause Solution Engine stops when under heavy load Dirty air filter Clean or replace element. Engine running cold. Allow engine to warm u

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Part # Stock # Description Part # Stock # Description 1 56173-001 CYLINDER HEAD COVER 51 56173-051 VALVE LOCK NUT 2 56173-002 CYLINDER HEAD C

Part # Stock # Description 101 56173-101 FLYWHEEL 102 56173-102 BOLT 103 56173-103 IGNITION COIL 104 56173-104 GOVERNEOR ROD 105 56173-105 THROTT

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WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR WEN®ENGINES WEN®engines are warranted (to the original purchaser) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a p

TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGINE IDENTIFICATION ... i

INTRODUCTION Thank You for Purchasing a WEN Power TM Product. . This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of thi

SAFETY INFORMATION Before operating this engine read and observe all warnings, cautions, and instructions on this sheet, on the engine, and in the Ow

GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the product, please call (800) 232-119

WARNING: This engine produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 150º F (65º C). • Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention

ENGINE COMPONENTS Please familiarize yourself with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of your engine. Dipstick Star

SET UP Warning: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed. Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can