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~ ________ _E_ _D_T_H_IS_F_IR_S_T________For your safety, read this Owner s Manual and understand it thoroughly before operating this ENGINE.

. W RNING Never allow children to operate the engine or equipment. Keep people and pets out of area where you are using the engine or equipment. Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of accident. Never consume alcohol or drug before or while operating this engine. Do not run the engine in a closed area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison. Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain condition.o Stop engine and allow the engine to cool before refueling.o Do not smoke. Make sure area is well ventilated and free from any source of lIame or sparks including the pilot light of any

appliance while refueling, servicing fuel system, draining gasoline and/or adjusting carburetor.o Do not fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the fuel to expand andoverflow through the vents in the tank cap.o Wipe off any spilled gasoline immediately. To prevent fire hazard:o Keep the engine at least 1 m (3.3 ft) away from buildings, obstructions and other burnable objects.o Do not place flammable objects close to the engine.

o Do not expose combustible materials to the engine exhaust.o Do not use the engine on any forest covered, bush covered or grass covered unimproved land unless spark arrester isinstalled on the muffler. To avoid getting an electric shock, do not touch spark plug, plug cap or spark plug lead during engine running. To avoid a serious burn, do not touch a hot engine or muffler. The engine becomes hot during operation. Before you serviceor remove parts, stop engine and allow the engine to cool. Do not place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts. Do not run engine at excessive speeds. This may result in injury. Always remove the spark plug lead from spark plug when servicing the engine to prevent accidental starting.

C _ _M_ISS_ION CO NT_R_O_L_IN_F_O_R_M_ _T_IO_NFuel InformationTHIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE ONLY.A minimum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock index is posted on service station pumps in theU.S.A.Emission Control InformationTo protect the environment in which we all live, Kawasaki has incorporated an exhaust emission control system in compliancewith applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board. Also,depending on when your engine was produced, it may have an assigned emissions durability period See below for the engineemissions durability period that may apply to your engine.Exhaust Emission Control SystemThe exhaust emission control system applied to this engine consists of a fuel system and an ignition system having optimumignition timing characteristics. The fuel system has been calibrated to provide lean air/fuel mixture characteristics and optimumfuel economy with a suitable air cleaner and exhaust system.A sealed-type crankcase emission control system is also used to eliminate blow-by gasses. The blow-by gasses are led to abreather chamber through the crankcase and from there to the air cleaner.Engine Emissions Compliance PeriodCaliforniaModel Year - 2006 and later Vertical CrankshaftDurability Period - 500 hours

ll Other StatesModel Year - 2003 and later (new)2007 and later (carry over)Durability Period - 500 hours (Category AII your engine has an assigned emissions durability period it will be located on the certification label attached to theengine (IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION).High ltitude Performance djustment InformationTo improve the EMISSIONS CONTROL PERFORMANCE of engines operated above 1,000 meters (3,300 feet), Kawasakirecommends the following Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB approvedmodifications.

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NOTE0 When properly performed, these specified modifications only are not considered to be emissions system 'tampering nd engineperformance is generally unchanged s a result.Installation Instructions:High altitude adjustment requires replacement of carburetor main jet. Installation of these optional parts may be performed byan authorized Kawasaki dealer, or the consumer, following repair recommendations specified in the appropriate Kawasaki ServiceBulletin.Maintenance and WarrantyProper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your engine will continue to have low emission levels. This Owner s Manualcontains those maintenance recommendations for your engine. Those items identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart arenecessary to ensure compliance with the applicable standards.As the owner of the engine, you have the respon sibility to make sure that the recommended maintenance is carried outaccording to the instructions in this Owner s Manual at your own expense.The Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System Warranty requires that you return your engine to an authorized Kawasakidealer lor remedy under warranty. Please read the warranty carefully, and keep it valid by complying with the owner s obligationsit contains.Tampering with Emission Control System ProhibitedFederal law and California State law prohibit the following acts or the causing thereof: 1) the removal or rendering inoperativeby any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporatedinto any new engine for the purposes of emission control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use,or 2) the use of the engine after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below:Do not tamper with the original emission related parts: Carburetor and internal parts Crankcase Spark Plug- Cylinder head Magneto of electronic ignition system Breather chamber and internal parts Fuel filter element Intake pipe and tube Air cleaner elements

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C ~ _______E_N_ER_ _L_I_N_FO_R_M_ _T_IO_N _____Location of Safety Related Labels

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p. WarningB. Engine Maintenance

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Engine Serial NumberThe engine serial number is your onlymeans of identifying your particular

engine from others of the same modeltype.This engine serial number is neededby you r dealer when ordering parts.

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Location of PartsEngine without oil fi lter.

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A. Fuel Tank CapB.FuelTankC.FuelTubeD CarburetorE. Priming Pump

l5 a008 PF. Air CleanerG Recoil starterH. Recall Starter GripI. all Drain Plugs

J all Gauge I Filler CapK. Spark Plug Cap I Spark PlugL. MufflerM. P.T.O. Shaft

Engine with oil filter.

A. all FilterFuel Tank Capacity2.0 L (0 .528 u.s.gal)Engine 011 Capacity

0.65 LOil Pan (0.69 U.S. qt)Oil Filter 0.2 L(0 .20 U.S. qt)Equipment marked with * s

optional parts (factory installation).

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Tune-up SpecificationsItem Specification

INO.12mmValve Clearance (0.005 in .)EX 0.12 mm

(0.005 in.)Ignition Timing UnadjustableHigh Idle Speed 3200 rlmin (rpm)Spark Plug 0.7 - 0.8 mmGap (0.028 - 0.032 in.)Other NO OTHERSpecifications ADJUSTMENTNEEDED

NOTEo High and Low idle speeds may varydepending on the equipment onwhich the engine is used. Refer tothe equipment specification.

~ F _ U _ _ L _ _ _ _ O _ I L R E _ _ O _ _ _ E _ N _ _ _ T _ I O _ N _ S _ _ )Fuel

Use only clean. fresh, unleadedregular grade gasoline.Octane RatingThe octane rating of a gasoline is ameasure of its resistance to knocking .Use a minimum of 87 octane of theantiknock index is recommended. Theantiknock index is posted on servicestation pumps In the U.S.A .

NOTEo If knocking or pinging occurs, use adifferent rand of gasoline or higheroctane rating.

CAUTIONDo not mix all with gasoline.

Oxygenated FuelOxygenates (either ethanol or MTBE)are added to the gasoline. If you use theoxygenated fuel be sure it is un lead andmeets the minimur.1 octane ratingrequirement.The following are the EPA approvedpercentages of fuel oxygenates.

ETHANOL: (Ethyl or Grain Alcohol)You may use gasoline containing up to10% ethanol by volume.MTBE: (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)You may use gasoline containing up to15% MTBE by volume.METHANOL: (Methyl or Wood Alcohol)5 by volumeYou may use gasoline containing up to5 methanol by volume, as long as italso contains cosolvents and corrosioninhibitors to protect the fuel system.Gasoline containing more than 5%methanol by volume may cause startingandior performance problems. It mayalso damage metal, rubber, and plasticparts of your fuel system.

,.WARNINGGasoline Is ext remely flammableand can be explosive under certainconditions. Do not smoke. Makesure the area is well ventilated andfree from any source of flame orsparks; this Includes any appliancewith a pliot light. Never fill the tankso the fuel level rises Into the fillerneck. If the tank Is overfilled, heatmay cause the fuel to expand andoverftow through the vents In thetank ca .7

After refueling, make sure the lankcap Is closed securely.If gasoline Is spilled on the fueltank wipe It off ImmedialalEngine 011The following engine oils arerecommended.API Service Classification: SF, SG, SH,orSJ.Oil ViscosityChoose the viscosity according to thetemperature as follows:

- 201: ot: ot: ot: t, , 20 JO t t1 K SAE40$AE30SA E1 0W 3Q/SAE10W-40 }

SAE5W-20 ) I I I4 F 14 F 32 F 50 F 68 F 86 F 1 )04 FNOTE

o Using multi grade oils 5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40j will increase oilconsumption. Che ck oil level morefrequently when using them.


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__________R_E_P_A_R__T _O_N________ )Fuel Level the engine (equipment) beforefueling. Remove the fuel tank cap. Slowly pour fuel Into the fuel tank tobottom (8) of the filler (A).

il.WARNINGDo not over fl the fuel tank, fillonly to bottom (8) of the filler (A) toprevent spill oul of the fuel fromthe tank cap.

Fuel Tank Capacity2.0 L 0.528 u.s.gal)

Close the tank cap securely byturning it clockwise as far as it willgo.

Engine OilCheck the engine oil level daily before

starting the engine otherwise shortage ofthe engine oil may cause seriousdamage to the engine such as seizure. Place the engine (equipment) on levelsurface. Clean area around the oilgauge before removing it. Remove the oil gauge A) and wipe itwith clean cloth. Pour the oil slowly to FULL mark onthe oil gauge. Insert the oil gauge into the oil filler (8)WITHOUT SCREWING IT IN . Remove the oil gauge to check the oillevel. Level should be between ADD'and FULL marks. Do not overfill. Install and tighten the oil gauge.

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Engine 011 CapacityWithout oil filter 0.6 L 0 .69 U.S. qt)

When changing oil filter0.85 L 0.90 U.S. qt)

With oil filter New engine and withoutchanging oil filter0.65 L 0.69 U.S. qt)

CAUTIONThe engine Is shipped withoutengine oil.

_____ S T R T I N G ~ ~ ~ ~Starting Engine CAUTIONFor Brade brake clutch Engine Turn the fuel tap lever A) to 'ON(Open) position.

Move the throttle lever (A) on theequipment to 'choke mark' (CHOKE)position.

NOTEo When the engine is already warm oron hot days the throttle lever positionis halfway (between 'Rabbit mark(FAST) and turtle mark (SLOW)poSition).

A. Throttle Lever Pull the recoil starter grip A) slowlyuntil you feel compression. then pullfast and steady.

A. Recoil Starter Grip

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DO NOT pull the recoil starter gripout of the end. DO NOT let therecoil starter grip snap back Itself.This may cause damage to therecoil starter assembly.For Brake pad system EngineUpon releasing the brake control leveron the equipment, the cutting blade andthe engine will stop automatically.Therefore, the brake control lever mustbe held against the handle while theengine is started and running. Turn the fuel tap lever to ON' (Open)

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Move the throttle lever (A) on the Pull the recoil starter grip (A) slowlyequipment to choke mark' (CHOKE) until you feel compression, then pullposition fast and steady.

NOTE : iWhen the engine is already wann or onhot days the throttle lever is halfway )osition (between Rabbit mark and M0 1 Sturtle mark position). . T J S t : f Hold the brake control lever (8) on thequipment against the handle C) onthe equipment. iA. Recoil Starter Grtp

l: L CAUTIONUC DO NOT pull the recoil starter grip, . Vt---- MO s out 01 the end. DO NOT let the@ recoil starter grip snap back Itself.q \ J.$ 'tf ;l This may cause damage to therecoil star ter assembly.

\ 1[A. Throttle LeverB. Brake Control LeverC. Handle

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~ _ O . P = E ~ R A : : . . . . : : . T ~ N G = - - - - _ ) ~ _ _T _ O _ P _ P _ I N . : . . . : : . G _ ~ )Anti-engine inclination

This engine will operate continuouslyat angles up to 30 in any direction.Refer to the operating instructions ofthe equipment this engine powers.Because of equipment design orapplication, there may be more stringentrestrictions regarding the angle ofoperation.

CAUTIONDo not operate this engine contin-uously at angles exceeding 30 inany direction Englna damagecould result from Insufficientlubrication .

Stopping EngineFor Brade brake clutch Engine Move the throttle lever (A) on theequipment to turtle mark' (SLOW)position. Keep on running at idlingspeed for about one minute.

A. Throttle Lever Move the throttle lever to ' STOP'position to turn ignition off. Turn the fuel tap lever A) to 'OFF

(Close) position.

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( W RMING UP )Warming up

CAUTIONAllow engine to warm up beforeloading. This will allow 11 to reachall the engine parts, and the pistonclearance to reach deSignspecification, before the engine isready for loading. After engine starts, move the throttlelever on the equipment to betweenRabbit mark (FAST) and 'turtlemark (SLOW) position. To warm upthe engine, run it for a few minutes.

A. Fuel Tap LeverFor Brake pad system Engine Release the brake control lever A) onIhe equipment from th e handle (8) on

the equipment to stop the engine andIhe blade.

A. rake Control LeverB. Handte


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Oil Level CheckCheck oil level daily and before eachtime of operation. Be sure oil level ismaintained. See PREPARATIONchapter.

Oil Change.WARNING

ot engine 11 c n c use severeburns. Allow engine temperature todrop Irom hot to warm level beloredraining and handling oil.Change oil after first 8 hours ofoperation. Thereafter change oil every

5 hours. Run the engine to warm oil. Be sure the engine equipment) islevel. Stop the engine. Remove the oil drain plug A) on side

1_A 11 Drain Plug On side 01 engine)B. Container

of the engine or on bottom of the A. 11 Drain Plug On bottom of engine)engine to drain oil into suitablecontainer B) while the engine iswarm.

Oil Filter Change if equipped) Change the oil filter every 200 hoursof operation.

Stop the engine and be carelul withhot 011 drained. Drain engine oil to suitable containers.

CAUTIONBelore removing the oil filter, placesuitable pan under Iliter connection. Rotate the oil filter A) counterclockwise to remove il. Coat a film of clean engine 11 on sealof new filter. Install new filter rotating it clockwiseuntil seal contacts mounting surfaceB) . Then rota:e filter 3 4 turn more byhand. Supply engine oil as specified. Run the engine for about 3 minutes,stop engine, and check oil leakagearound the filter. Add oil to compensate oil level downdue to oil filter capacity seePREPARATION for oil level check).

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Cooling System CleaningBefore each use, check that the recoilstarter A) is free from grass and debrisand clean to prevent engine overheating.

A. Recoil Starter

Foam ElementClean the foam element every 25b2l. r.. Wash the element in detergent andwater, and dry it thoroughly.

CAUTIONDo not 11 foam element.

Paper EfementClean the paper element every 100hlllilli. Clean the element by tapping gently toremove dust. If very dirty, replace theelement with a new one. Replace with a new paper-elementyearly or 300 hours.

CAUTIONDo not wash p a p e r ~ f e m e n tDo not use pressurized air to cleanor dry paper element.

NOTEo Operating in a dusty condition mayrequire more frequent maintenancethan above

Air Cleaner ServiceNOTE

o Do maintenance o air cleanerelements o the engine with differentinstallation structure o air cleanercase with this manual.CAUTION

To prevent excessive engine weardo not run the engine with the aircleaner removed.

Clean the elements In a wellventilated area and take care thatthere are no sparks or flameanywhere near the working area,this Includes any appliance with agot light.o not use gasoline or low flashpoint solvents to clean the element.A fire or explosion could result. Unfasten the air cleaner case C)

fastened with the air cleaner body D)by sliding Ihe two fasteners A)toward the recoil starter B). Then,with two hands. pulling the twolatches E) toward you and upward asshown, separate the air cleaner casefrom the air cleaner body.

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Reinstall the foam element and thenthe paper element on the air cleanerbody. Reinstall the air cleaner case on theair cleaner body by first fitting theprojection B) on the edge of the aircleaner case into the slit A) in the aircleaner body. Then, sliding thefasteners C) loward the air cleanercase, securely fasten the air cleanercase with the air cleaner

A. Slit In the air cleaner bodyB. Projection on the air cleaner CBsec Fasteners

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A. FastenersB. Recoil StarterC. Air Cleaner CaseD. Atr Cteaner bodyE. Latches Remove the paper element A) andthe foam element B) from the aircleaner body C).

A. Paper ElementB. Foam ElementC. Air Cleaner body

CAUTIONAfter servicing the air cleaner, besure ali the removed parts arereinstalled properly In place.Failure to secure fastening of theair cleaner case with the air cleanerbody may cause dirt or otherforeign materials to enter theengine, while It Is running, throughthe air cleaner, resulting in enginetroubles or failures.


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Spark Plug Servicei WARNINGHot engine compononts can causesevera burns. Stop engine andallow It to cool bafore checkingspark plug.

Clean or replace the spark plug andreset gap (A) every 100 hours ofoperation. Disconnect the spark plug cap fromspark plug and remove the spark plug. Clean the electrodes (8) by scrapingor with a wire brush 1 remove carbondeposils . Inspect for cracked porcelain or otherwear and damage. Replace the sparkplug with a new one if necessary. Check the spark plug gap and reset itHnecessary. The gap must be between

0.7 and 0.8 mm .028 and 0.032 ).To change the gap, bend only the sideelectrode, using a spark plug tool. Install and tighten the spark plug to 23N' m 2 .3 kgf'm, 17 ftlb). Fit the spark plug cap on the sparkplug securely.

Pull up the spark plug cap lightly to makesure of the ins lallation of the sparkplug cap.

RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGNGK ... ...............................BPR5ES

,A. Spark Plug Gap B. Electrode.CAUTION

Be sure to use the same type ofspark plug for change. Resistorspark plug Is required In some areaby local law.

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(__________ _ T _ O R _ _ G ~ E __________Engine to be stored over 30 daysshould be completely drained of fuel(gasoline) to prevent gum depositsforming on essential carburetor partsand the fuel sys tem.

i.WARNINGGasoline is elClremely flammablaand can be explosive under certainconditionsDrain gasoline before storing theequipment for extended periods.Drain gasoline In a well-ventilatedarea away from any source of flameor spa.rks, Including any applianceswith a pilot light. Store gasoline Inan approved container In satelocation. Remove the spark plug cap from sparkplug to prevent accidenlal starting theengine. Empty the fuel from the fuel tank witha pump or siphon. Fit the plug cap on the spark plugsecurely. Start and run the engine at idle speedto used up the fuel in the fuel system.

Remove the spark plug and pourapprox. 1 2 mL (0.06-0.1 cu.in) of

new engine oil through the plug holeA), slowly pull the recoil starter gripseveral times and reinslall the sparkplug .---. Spark Plug Hole Slowly pull the recoil starter grip untilyou feel compression and leave itthere. Clean v ry part of the engine. After period of storage, change engineoil.(Refer to Oil Change section in

MAINTENANCE chapter).i.WARNINGGasoline is a toxic SUbstance.Dispose of gasoline properly.Contact your local authorities forapproved disposal methods.

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C ~ _R_OU_ _L_E_S_H_O_O_TI_N_G_G_U_I _E _If the engine malfunctions carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions and use the table below as aguide to troubleshooting.

or output is low compression

IRotate engine with spark plug removed todischarge excess fuel.

equipment away from its low speed end to turn the engine switch to ON .2

C ~ NVIRONMEN_T_A_L_P_R_O_TE_C_T_tO_NTo protect our environment, properly discard used batteries, engine oil, gasoline, coolant, or other components that you might

dispose of in the future.Consult your authorized Kawasaki dealer or local environmental waste agency or their proper disposal procedure.

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~ ______ S _ P _ E C _ I _ F I _ C _ T _ I _ O N _ SType of engine Air-cooled, 4-stroke OHV, Single cylinder, gasoline engineBore X StrokeDisplacemenl

Ignition systemStarting system

Dry weightSpecilications subject 1 change without notice

A WARNING: AThe engine exhaust from this productcontains chemicals known to the Stateof California to cause cancer , birthdefects or other reproductive harm

65 X 54 mm{2.6 X 2.1 in.)179 mL I 0.9 cu.in)Solid-state ignition

Recoil starter13.5 kg 29.8 Ib

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