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Engine Engine
Catalog Number BD168F
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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� NEVER use an engine inside SAFETY GUIDELINES - homes, garages, crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed areas. Deadly DEFINITIONS levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas. Using a fan or This manual contains information opening windows and doors does that is important for you to know NOT supply enough fresh air. and understand. This information � Only use outdoors and far away relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY from open windows, doors and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT and vents.
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT � Spilled gas o line and it’s vapors � Shut off en gine and allow it to cool before removing cap and adding fuel can be come ignited from sparks to the tank. from smoking products, electrical � Use care in fill ing tank to avoid spill- arcing, exhaust, flame, gas es and ing fuel. Make sure the cap is secure hot engine components such as and move unit away from fueling the muffler.
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DANGER: RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION) WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT � Breathing ex haust fumes will cause � NEVER use an engine inside se ri ous injury or death! Engine homes, garages, crawlspaces or exhaust contains high levels of other partly enclosed areas. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO), a poison- levels of carbon monoxide can ous gas you cannot see or smell. build up in these areas. Using a You may be breathing CO even if fan or opening windows and doors you do not smell engine e
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WARNING: RISK OF HOT SURFACES WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT � Touching exposed metal (muffler � Never touch any exposed and other engine parts) can result in metal parts on engine during or serious burns. immediately after operation. The engine will remain hot for several minutes after operation. � Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt maintenance until engine has been allowed to cool. WARNING: RISK FROM MOVING PARTS WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT � The engine can st
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WARNING: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT � Unsafe op er a tion of your engine � Review and understand all could lead to se ri ous in ju ry or instructions and warnings in this manual. death to you or others. � Be come fa mil iar with the opera tion and con trols of the engine. � Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles. � Keep chil dren away from the engine at all times. � Do not operate the engine when fatigued or under the influence of a
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1 N A S P R B F G E Q C O D L H M I J K Components (Fig. 1) Hot Surfaces (Fig. 1) A. Fuel cap P. Spark plug B. Fuel tank Q. Cylinder head C. Oil fill/dipstick R. Muffler D. Oil drain S. Spark Arrestor E. Crank shaft PTO F. Air filter assembly G. On/Off switch H. Set throttle control I. Choke lever J. Fuel valve lever K. Recoil pull starter L. Carburetor bowl drain M. Carburetor bowl N. Debris Screen O. Low oil shutdown sensor 7 - ENG N003333
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To Add Fuel WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand this WARNING: Risk of explosion instruction manual as well as the prod- or fire. Gasoline vapor is highly uct instruction manual for safety, oper- flammable. Refuel outdoors only in ation and maintenance instructions. well-ventilated areas. Do not refuel or check gasoline level while the engine This engine is only for use in Black & is running. Do not store, spill or use Decker approved applications. If used
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Some states/provinces required this CAUTION: Do not operate engine information to be posted on the pump. without oil or with inadequate oil. Black The following are the EPA approved & Decker is not responsible for engine percentages of oxygenates: failure caused by inadequate oil. Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10% 3. Check fuel level. by volume. You may use gasoline 4. See product manual for specific containing up to 10% ethanol by starting procedures. volume. Gasoline containing etha
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500 hours 150 hours or monthly (whichever comes first) 50 hours or weekly (whichever comes first) 100 hours Daily Cleaning Air Filter (Fig. 1) thinner, dry cleaning fluids or similar products which may seriously dam- WARNING: Hot surfaces. Risk of age plastic parts. Never let any liquid burn. Engine and surrounding parts get inside the engine; never immerse are very hot, do not touch (see the Hot engine into a liquid. Surfaces identified in Figure 1). Allow engine to cool prior to ser
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To Inspect the Elements 3. Reinsert oil fill/dipstick fully into oil fill port and tighten. Allow oil to 1. Remove the wing nut (Q) and the collect on the dipstick for a few air filter cover (R). seconds. Q 4. Remove oil fill/dipstick to read oil level. If oil falls below top of pat- R tern on dipstick, add oil. NOTE: Q Patterns (CC) may differ according to engine. S T U U 2. Remove the second wing nut (Q) and remove the filter (T). 3. Remove the foam-type pre-filter NOTE: When filling
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Spark Plug tightened spark plug can become very hot and could damage the engine. Use recommended spark plugs, see Never use spark plugs which have an Specifications for correct spark plug. improper heat range. Use only the rec- To ensure proper engine operation, the ommended spark plugs or equivalent. spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. Spark Arrester WARNING: If the engine has been WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire. running, the muffler will be very hot. To DO
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Cleaning Debris Screen (Fig. 1) WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Refuel outdoors only in well-ventilated areas. Do not refuel or check gasoline level while the engine S is running. Do not store, spill, or use gasoline near an open flame, a source WARNING: Always wear certified of sparks (such as welding), or near safety equipment: ANSI Z87.1 eye operating electrical equipment. protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3) with side shields when removing carbon N
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STORAGE TWO-YEAR HOME USE Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants WARNING: If the engine has been this product for two years against any running, the muffler will be very hot. To defects in material or workmanship. reduce the risk of injury, allow engine The defective product will be replaced to cool before proceeding. or repaired at no charge. Do not If storing the unit for more than thirty return this product to your retailer. days drain all fuel out of fuel lines, tank Take or send the
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section provides a list of the more frequently encountered malfunctions, their causes and corrective actions. The operator or maintenance personnel can perform some corrective actions, and others may require the assistance of a qualified Black & Decker technician or your dealer. Symptom Possible Cause Possible solution Engine will Low or no fuel Add fuel not start Low oil Add oil On/Off switch is in Place in ON position the OFF position Choke in the wrong Adjust ch
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Symptom Possible Cause Possible solution Engine does Spark plug fouling is a. Clean spark plug. See Spark Plug not continue sooty or sticky black under Maintenance. to run after b. Check spark plug gap, adjust if starting needed. See Spark Plug under Maintenance. c. Replace spark plug. See Specifications. d. If engine still fails to start, con- tact a B&D Customer Service Representative at 1-800-544-6986. Dirty carburetor Contact a B&D Customer Service Representative at 1-800-544-6986. Kn
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off-road engine, but Black & Decker THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY cannot deny warranty solely for the APPLIES ONLY TO PRODUCTS lack of receipts or for your failure to MANUFACTURED TO ensure the performance of all scheduled MEET CALIFORNIA AND UNITED maintenance. STATES ENVIROMENTAL As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that Black PROTECTION AGENCY & Decker. may deny you warranty SPECIFICATIONS, WHICH ARE coverage if your small off-road engine or DISTRIBUTED AND
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Period, may cause a warranted (4) Repair or replacement of any emissions-related part to fail to be warranted, emissions-related part identical in all material respects to under this ECS Warranty shall the part as described in the engine be performed at no charge to manufacturer’s application for the owner at a Black & Decker. certification. Authorized Warranty Service Facility. The warranty services or The ECS Warranty only pertains repairs must be provided at all to emissions-related
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d) Fuel pump (if equipped) b) Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies. 2) Air Induction System including: 5) Evaporate Emissions Control a) Intake pipe/manifold a) Fuel Hose certificated for CARB b) Air cleaner evaporative emission of 2008. 3) Ignition System including: b) Fuel hose clamp a) Spark plug c) carbon canister (if equipped) b) Ignition module/coil d) Roll over valve (if equipped) 4) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above e) Fuel tank Systems f) Fuel cap a) V acuum, temp
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Engine Specifications BD168F-H BD168F-L Dry weight (approximate) 38 lbs. 38 lbs. (17.38 kg) (17.38 kg) Dimensions (LxWxH) For dimensions, see shop manual installation drawings Type Air cooled, 4 cycle single cylinder, spark ignited Fuel Regular, unleaded gasoline (minimum 86 octane) Displacement (cc) 163 196 Horsepower (*Gross HP) *5.5 @3500 *6.5 @ 3600 (hp @ rpm) Fuel tank capacity (gallons/liters) .95/3.6 .95/3.6 Oil capacity .63 qt/.60 l .63 qt/.60 l Air cleaner type Foam element or paper F
