Carburetor Basics WM 80 Repair
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5.6 Carburetor Adapters
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The function of the carburetor adapter is to control the amount of fuel/
air mixture that can reach the engine. When used in combination with
the carburetor fuel jets, the power and speed of the engine is
controlled. This allows the WM 80 engine to adapt to the power and
speed requirements of different machine models.
No matter the style, all adapters control the fuel/air mixture through
bore diameter (d) size. Each application calls for a specific adapter and
it is important that the correct adapter be used. Consult the parts book
for the proper one.
NOTICE: Using the wrong adapter may cause the engine to overspeed
or lose power, resulting in excessive engine wear and reduced
performance.
1. This plastic, elbow-style adapter is used with Tillotson carburetors
that have fixed mixture needle valves with primary-idle-bypass circuit.
This adapter is used on rammers.
2. This plastic, elbow-style adapter is used with Tillotson carburetors
that have single- or dual-mixture needle valves. This adapter is used
on rammers.
3. This straight-through-style adapter is used with both Bing and
Tillotson carburetors that have single- or dual-mixture needle valves. It
has an insulating layer (e) that helps retard heat transfer. This adapter
is used on rammers, breakers, and vibroplates.
4. This plastic, straight-through-style adapter was used with both Bing
and Tillotson carburetors. The carburetor mounts to a metal band
(f)
embedded in the shaft of the adapter. This adapter was used on
rammers, breakers, and vibroplates.
5. This metal, straight-through-style adapter was used with both Bing
and Tillotson carburetors. An insulating spacer
(g) and gaskets (h) are
used in assembling this adapter to the engine. This adapter was used
on rammers, breakers, and vibroplates.
6. This composite, straight-through-style adapter is used exclusively
with Tillotson carburetors. It can be found on rammers.
7. This composite, straight-through-style adapter is used exclusively
with Walbro carburetors. It can be found on rammers.
8. This elbow-style adapter is used with Walbro carburetors that utilize
the auto-release choke. This adapter is used on rammers.