WEN 56173 173 cc 6 HP OHV Vertical Shaft Gas Engine-CARB - Manual (Page 9)

SET UP
Warning:
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations
relating to fire prevention requirements.
The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire
prevention requirements.
At high altitudes, the engine’s carburetor, governor (if so equipped), and any other parts that
control the fuel-air ratio will need to be adjusted by a qualified mechanic to allow efficient high
altitude use and to prevent damage to the engine and any other devices used with this product.
1. IMPORTANT: If you have any doubts about your
ability to perform the following procedures, have a
qualified service technician perform the installation.
2. Install this engine on a lawn mower only.
3. Set the Engine upright on the mower, and align at least
three 3/8” diameter coarse threaded engine mounting
holes with mower mounting holes.
NOTE: Depending on the mower, it may be necessary to
drill mounting holes or make a mounting plate to align
with the engine mounting holes. Only a qualified
technician should attempt these solutions.
4. Use 3/8” diameter, coarse threaded, hardened,
stainless steel Bolts, Lock Washers, and
Washers (not included) of appropriate length
to secure the Engine to the mower.
Make sure the hardware does not contact
moving parts.
5. Insert the mower’s brake cable sheath through
the hole in the Brake bracket. Secure the
mower brake cable to the brake arm. Adjust
the brake cable sheath to remove all slack and
secure it in place using the adjusting nuts on
the cable sheath, as shown in the illustration
below.
THE ENGINE BRAKE IS FOR EMERGENCY SHUTOFF; DO NOT REPLACE THE BRAKE
SPRING WITH A WEAKER SPRING. If operating the engine brake is too difficult, a qualified
technician must install a different brake handle on the mower.
Note: The brake cable on some mowers may need to be adjusted in a different manner. Install
according to mower manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Attach the end of the mower’s Choke Cable to the Choke. Use the Bracket and Bolt to secure
its sheath in place as shown above.
7. This engine is set to a single speed that should not be adjusted.
8. Refer to the mower’s service manual for instructions on how to properly attach a belt drive
pulley, chain drive gear, etc. onto the output shaft of the engine.
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