Continental F226 Engine
The Continental F226 is a 0.79 L gasoline engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 54.2 kW. It powers generator sets from Aurora Generators, including the 25HN. It holds 6 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 17 L (4.5 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Continental F226
Part of the Continental F226 engine family — 3 variants share parts & fitment.
Engine specifications
| Oil capacity | 6.0 L |
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| Coolant capacity | 17.0 L |
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| Displacement | 0.794 L |
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| Aspiration | gasoline |
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| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
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| Gross power | 54 kW |
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Generator sets powered by this engine
1Common problems
15- Excessive oil consumption, light blue smoky exhaust
Cause: Worn piston rings
Fix: Install new piston rings - Low oil pressure
Cause: Oil too light
Fix: Drain, refill with proper oil - Engine will not start when cranked
Cause: Faulty ignition
Fix: Clean, adjust, or replace breaker points, plugs, condenser, coil, etc. or retime ignition - Pinging sound when engine is rapidly accelerated or heavily loaded
Cause: Carbon in cylinders
Fix: Remove carbon - Engine backfires at carburetor
Cause: Lean fuel mixture
Fix: Clean carburetor - Engine overheating
Cause: Low water in radiator
Fix: Refill radiator - Engine misfires at light load
Cause: Carburetor idle adjustment set wrong or clogged
Fix: Adjust, clean if needed - Engine misfires at all loads
Cause: Fouled spark plug
Fix: Clean and adjust - Engine misfires at heavy load
Cause: Spark plugs defective
Fix: Replace - Light pounding knock
Cause: Loose connecting rod bearing
Fix: Replace - High oil pressure
Cause: Oil too heavy
Fix: Drain, refill with proper oil - Excessive arcing of brushes
Cause: Rough commutator or rings
Fix: Turn down - Engine stops unexpectedly
Cause: Fuel tank empty
Fix: Refill - Current unsteady but engine not misfiring
Cause: Speed too low
Fix: Adjust governor to correct speed - Sharp metallic thud, especially when cold engine first started
Cause: Low oil supply
Fix: Add oil
Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Continental F226.
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- Clark 35B — Loader Wheeled
- Gardner Denver SP125 — Compressor
- Hyster H60 — Forklift
- Hyster H60C — Forklift
- Hyster H70 — Forklift
- Hyster H70C — Forklift
- Hyster H80 — Forklift
- Hyster H80C — Forklift
Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.
Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the Continental F226?
The Continental F226 engine has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.
What is the displacement of the Continental F226?
The Continental F226 has a displacement of 0.794 liters.
Which generators use the Continental F226 engine?
The Continental F226 powers 1 generator set(s), including Aurora Generators 25HN.
What is a common problem with the Continental F226 engine?
A commonly reported issue on generators using the Continental F226 is: Excessive oil consumption, light blue smoky exhaust. Cause: Worn piston rings. Fix: Install new piston rings.