Harbor Freight Tools 69738 Support Question
Harbor Freight Tools 69738 Support Question
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Question posted by Pedrozahugo on May 5th, 2023
Is This Machine Takes Gasoline With Oil? Or Just Gasoline Itself
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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on May 5th, 2023 7:34 PM
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Harbor Freight Tools 69738 is a portable generator that is designed to run on gasoline only. It does not require oil to be mixed with the gasoline.
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Related Harbor Freight Tools 69738 Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 1
... our technical support at: [email protected] or engine technical support at: [email protected]
ITEM 69738
When unpacking, make sure that the product is a poison you cannot see or smell. Due ...improvements, actual product may be included. Tools required for future reference.
179cc
compact vibrator plate
Using an engine indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. All rights reserved.
User Manual - Page 2
... , if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Save these instructions. Gasoline fuel and fumes are factors which , if not avoided, will result in the Specifications ...and precautions discussed in fire, serious injury, and/or DEATH. Set up .
6. Item 69738
Maintenance Table of Contents
Safety 2 Specifications 6 Setup 6 Operation 8
Maintenance 12 Parts Lists and...
User Manual - Page 3
...Plate during operation.
24. When performing compacting work area.
14. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
13. Turn off the equipment (and remove safety keys, if available) before use this piece of equipment while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
19. Gasoline... the tool from windows, doors, and vents.
2. Park the Vibrator Plate on the...
User Manual - Page 4
...symptoms related to be cleaned up immediately.
When spills of equipment, taking into account the working conditions and the work .
6. Many ...the particular type of fuel or oil occur, they must be performed. Use tools with these instructions and in the ... Item 69738 Repeated or long-term exposure to reduce the vibration effects on the user.
4. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as ...
User Manual - Page 5
...
5. Do not refill the fuel tank while the engine is maintained.
Setup
Operation
Maintenance
Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Then, remove the spark plug wire...reach of the equipment is running or hot.
3. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for the fuel to perform safely or correctly.
7. Do not smoke, or allow sparks, ...
User Manual - Page 6
...Operating Speed Maximum Shock Force Vibration Frequency Maximum Performance Engine Type Plate Size Weight
0-82 FPM 3,000 lb 5,500 Vibrations Per ...relating to the last pages of this manual. Item 69738
Maintenance For warranty information, refer to fire prevention requirements...in the following pages, refer to the tool.
To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Turn the Power...
User Manual - Page 7
Page 7
Maintenance For other technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. Engine Controls
Air Filter
Fuel Cap
Safety
Setup
Operation
Starter Handle
Muffler
Oil Drain Plug
Choke
Engine Switch
Fuel Valve
Serial
Number
Location
(Write on front cover of manual.)
Speed Control Lever
Dipstick
Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
User Manual - Page 8
...to check the oil level. Do not run the engine with 87 octane or higher unleaded gasoline. The engine ...oil. CAUTION! Do not use , check the oil level. Wipe up and starting engine. Clean the Fuel Cap and the area around it off and wait for it .
2.
Before each use. Checking and Filling Fuel
WARNING! Reinsert the Dipstick without threading it in clockwise. Item 69738...
User Manual - Page 9
... Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both fuel and oil. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the equipment manual....the Choke to prepare the equipment. Open the Fuel Valve.
2
Setup
Operation
Maintenance
3. OFF
ON
4
On
O
i
Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Inspect the equipment and engine. Slide the Speed Control Lever (54...
User Manual - Page 10
...Plate from toppling over onto the operator.
12. Grip the Upper Handle (32) firmly with no load for several times to allow the gasoline to flow into
the Engine's carburetor. Speed
Control
8
Lever
8. b. c. Change the engine oil... to prevent the Vibrator Plate from the edges and ...800-444-3353. Item 69738
Maintenance Breaking-in period will... which the Vibrator Plate will help to ...
User Manual - Page 11
...normal conditions, use .
5.
Close the Fuel Valve.
3
4. Park the Vibrator Plate on a firm and level surface after use the following procedure: 1. The Knob ...1-800-520-0882.
Page 11 Turn the Engine Switch off .
OFF O i
2
Setup
Operation
Maintenance
3. Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Safety
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine in storage...
User Manual - Page 12
...3. the output shaft)
Fuel
Type Capacity
Single Cylinder 4 stroke OHV 65mm x 54mm 179cc 8.5:1
Counterclockwise
87+ octane unleaded gasoline 1 Gallon
Engine Oil Type SAE
Capacity
Spark Plug
Type Gap
Valve
Intake
Clearance Exhaust
Speed
Idle
10W-30 above 32° F 5W-30 at...
Compression Ratio
Rotation viewed from equipment failure: Do not use damaged equipment. Item 69738
User Manual - Page 13
... too little oil. Note: Do not use gasoline containing more ...oil.
5. Remove the Dipstick by threading it counterclockwise, and wipe it off and wait for engine to evaporate before adding fuel. Do not run the engine with a clean lint free rag.
7. Page 13
It can cause burns. Place a drain pan (not included) underneath the crankcase's drain plug.
4. Operation
Maintenance
Item 69738...
User Manual - Page 14
...Cleaner Cover before use pressurized air to the Connecting Plates (23).
3. NOTICE: Use only the spark ...contacts the head, then tighten about 1/2-2/3 turn more . Item 69738 Air Filter Element Maintenance
Safety
1. Clean or replace as described...properly. If overtightened, the threads in lightweight oil briefly, then squeeze out the excess oil.
3.
Turn off engine.
2. Slide the...
User Manual - Page 15
...(if equipped). Storage area should also be away from ignition sources. Setup
Operation
Maintenance
Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. NOTICE: Do not clean using water...sediment cup next to the bowl and allow the fuel to a proper gasoline container below the carburetor. Change engine oil. Clean out area around spark plug. d. STORAGE AREA: Cover and ...
User Manual - Page 16
...Loose or broken spark plug. (Hissing noise will occur when trying to start .)
2. Item 69738 Do not use gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
5. Clean out passageways ...Allow engine to warm up prior to RUN position. Clean out ethanol rich gasoline from fuel system. Gently tap side of oil into spark plug hole. Turn Choke to operating equipment. If that does...
User Manual - Page 17
... 1-800-520-0882. Incorrect timing. 1. Test/replace fuel tank cap.
4. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane unleaded gasoline. Use cold weather fuel and oil additives to start : Compression Related section.) 1. Operation
Maintenance
Item 69738
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Secure spark plug cap.
1.
Inspect belt and replace if...
User Manual - Page 18
... and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as a reference tool only.
Page 18
For engine technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Safety... (M10x60) Nut (M10) Oil Seal Bearing Cover (2) Base Cover Driver Pulley Stopper Plate Spring Washer (Ø12) Bolt (M12x25) Double Threaded Rubber Shaft Flat Washer (Ø12) Compactor Base Speed Control Lever Nut...
User Manual - Page 20
... 69738 ...56A Bolt
3
57A Shroud
1
58A Shroud, Cylinder Body 1
59A Shield,Lower
1
60A Protector, Oil
1
61A Switch Subassembly,
1
Stop Engine
62A Bolt
2
63A Bolt
1
64A Collar
1
65A ... Bolt
4
67A Carburetor Assy.
1
68A Gasket, Air Cleaner
1
69A Gasket, Carburetor
1
70A Plate, Carburetor
1
Insulator
71A Gasket, Carburetor
1
Insulator
72A Nut
2
73A Cleaner, Air
1
74A
75A...
User Manual - Page 22
... to state.
Item 69738 Safety
Warranties
Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. This warranty... is free from defects in materials and workmanship for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from state to lack of merchantability and fitness. We shall in lieu of all other technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. To take...
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