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Briggs & Stratton 12K300 INTEK series Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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Model 12K300 Intek Series
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© Copyright 2004 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation
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WARNING
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use
of these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs),
motor bikes, aircraft products or vehicles intended for
use in competitive events. Use of these engines in such
applications could result in property damage, serious
injury (including paralysis), or even death.
FORM NO. 276057- -6/04
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    FORM NO. 276057- -6/04 PRINTED IN U.S.A. © Copyright 2004 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation Operating & Maintenance Instructions Model 12K300 Intek Series covered in this manual The Power That Works For You.™ Table of Contents Safety Reference ....... .

  • Page 2: Safety Reference

    Safety References SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED The safety alert symbol ( ) is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal WITH THIS ENGINE: injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the Read likelihood and the potential severity of injury.

  • Page 3: Engine Features

    Engine Features 1. Engine Identification ..Model Type Code xxxxx xxxx xx xxxxxxxx 2. Spark Plug 3. Oil Fill 4. Oil Drain 5. Throttle 6. Stop Switch 7. Starter Handle 8. Air Cleaner 9.

  • Page 4: Starting Engine

    Starting Engine Safety - - When Starting Engine This engine is shipped WITHOUT oil. See page 7 for oil recommendations, capacity, and filling details. 1. Check oil level. Remove oil filler plug. Oil should CAUTION be full (almost overflowing). Replace plug before starting engine.
  • Page 5 5. Move throttle control to fast position. WARNING Starting engine creates sparking. Petrol and Kerosene vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates 6. Kerosene primed with Petrol is used for starting before starting engine.

  • Page 6: Adjusting Choke After Engine Has Started

    Adjusting Choke after Engine has Started After engine has started, let it warm up several seconds WARNING to several minutes, depending on outside temperature. Slowly adjust CHOKE to RUN position. Wait until the Operate equipment with guards in • engine runs smoothly before each choke adjustment. place.

  • Page 7: Oil

    Capacity The engine holds approximately 5/8 qt. (20 oz.; 0.6 liter). Oil Recommendation LEVEL Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For • OIL FILLER PLUG Service SG, SH, SJ, SL” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton SAE 5W-30 oil specially formulated for winter use of air cooled engines P/N 100030C.

  • Page 8: Fuel

    Fuel Kerosene primed with Petrol is used for starting this engine. After it starts, this engine automatically runs on WARNING kerosene only. Petrol Turn engine OFF and let engine • Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded petrol with a • cool at least 2 minutes before minimum of 85 octane.

  • Page 9: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance WARNING Regular maintenance will improve the performance and Unintentional sparking can result extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs in fire or electric shock. & Stratton Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as Fire or explosion can cause well, may damage the engine, and may result in severe burns or death.

  • Page 10: Air Cleaner

    Note: In some areas, local law requires using resistor Air Cleaner spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine was originally equipped with resistor spark plug, use 1. Loosen cover screw. Remove cover and air same type for replacement. cleaner assembly from base.

  • Page 11: Engine Storage

    available from any Authorized Briggs & Stratton Fuel System Service Dealer. Run engine for a short time to circulate Additive through carburetor. Fuel with Additive can be stored up to 24 months in engine or storage containers. WARNING Note: If petrol tank contains oxygenated or reformulated petrol (petrol blended with an alcohol or Replacement parts for fuel system •...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Starter Handle will Not Pull WARNING • Place equipment on flat level surface. Rapid retraction of starter cord • Remove all external equipment/engine loads before (kickback) will pull hand and arm starting engine. toward engine faster than you • Direct coupled equipment components such as, but can let go.

  • Page 13: Engine Specifications

    Engine Specifications WARNING CAUTION Operation of this engine is for the application it If you perform any maintenance on was intended for. All the components used to the engine, first disconnect the spark build this engine assembly must remain in plug wire from the spark plug, and place for the proper operation of this engine.

  • Page 14: Service And Parts Contact Info

    Service and Parts Contact Info. PARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS & STRATTON See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. PARTS Each one carries a stock of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts and is equipped with special service tools. Trained mechanics assure expert repair service on all PART PART NO.

  • Page 15: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and 4. Parts which are scored or broken because an apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any engine was operated with insufficient or Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty contaminated lubricating oil, or an incorrect grade repairs.

  • Page 16: Limited Warranty

    BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective June 1, 2004 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before June 1, 2004 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the engine that is defective in material or workmanship or both.

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