Tecumseh TC Series User Manual

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Paper Filter Removal and Replacement
1. Remove the polyurethane pre-filter (if equipped) from
the air filter.
2. Inspect the filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation.
(For the polyurethane pre-cleaner service see step #
5 under "Polyurethane Filter Removal and Service").
If either condition is present, replace the paper type
filter using the following steps.
3. Loosen the clamp and slide the clamp toward the air
filter. (diag. 2-3)
4. Slide the air filter and clamp off the carburetor adapter.
Discard the old filter and keep the clamp.
5. Apply a thin layer of silicon sealant to the outside of
the air cleaner adapter.
6. Install the clamp on the new air filter, slide the filter
assembly onto the carburetor adapter as far as it will
go.
7. Slide the clamp as close to the carburetor as possible.
Tighten the clamp securely.
Polyurethane Filter Removal and Service
Kleen Aire® Air Cleaner or TC Type II
1. Remove the cover by pulling outward on the tab (diag.
2-4). On the TC Type II style engine, loosen the two
screws (diag. 2-5).
2. Remove screen A (if equipped), foam filter and screen
B from the air cleaner body (diag. 2-4). On TC Type II
engines, remove the flocked screen and the foam filter
(diag. 2-5).
3. Inspect the flocked screen and foam filter for
discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either condition
is present, service the element or screen using the
following steps.
4. The flocked screen pre-filter may be cleaned by blowing
compressed air through the screen from the back side.
Replace the screen if this procedure does not fully
remove the accumulated particles.
5. Wash the polyurethane filter or polyurethane pre-filter
(used with paper air filters) in a detergent water solution
and squeeze (don't twist) until all dirt is removed.
6. Rinse the polyurethane filter or polyurethane pre-filter
thoroughly in clean water. Wrap the filter in a clean
cloth and squeeze (don't twist) until completely dry.
7. Saturate the polyurethane filter with engine oil and
squeeze (don't twist) to distribute and remove excess
oil.
8. Reassemble the filter assemblies per the illustrations.
2-3
Poly Pre-Filter
Air Cleaner
Hose Clamp
Carburetor
Carburetor Adapter
Clamp
2-4
2-5
Screen A
Screen B
Lock Nut
Washer
Polyurethane Filter
Air Cleaner
Housing
Poly Air-Cleaner
Flocked Screen
Air Cleaner Cover
Cover Screw
Fuel Tank
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Tecumseh TC Series Specifications

General

Brand	Tecumseh
Model	TC Series
Category	Engine
Language	English