Lubrication Systems; Oil Dipper Lubrication; Oil Slinger Lubrication - Briggs & Stratton 276781 Instruction Manual

Install Breather
1. Install reed with the metal tab facing
outside of the engine, as shown in Figure
8. Torque screw to values listed in Section
12 - Engine Specifications.
2. Place new gasket or sealant on cylinder.
Install breather cover and torque screws to
Four types of lubrication systems are available:
1. Oil Dipper on connecting rod.
2. Oil Slinger on governor gear.
3. Oil Slinger with pressure filtration.
4. Pressure Lubrication.

Oil Dipper Lubrication

Horizontal Models 110000, 120000, 150000,
200000, 210000
Two types of dippers are used on horizontal
shaft engines. One is integral to the rod cap, the
other is a separate part (A, Figure 9) attached to
the rod cap with a connecting rod screw.
Inspect the dipper for evidence of bending,
cracking, or looseness. Replace if necessary
following instructions in Section11 - Pistons,
Rings, and Connecting Rods.
Figure 9

LUBRICATION SYSTEMS

Oil Slinger Lubrication

Vertical Models 97700, 99700, 110000,
120000, 210000, 280000, 310000, 330000
The oil slinger/governor gear (A, Figure 10) is
used on vertical shaft engines. It is mounted to
and driven by the cam gear.
Visually inspect oil slinger/governor gear
assembly for wear, broken teeth, broken slinger
paddles, or burrs. Replace assembly if worn or
damaged.
Figure 10
values listed in Section 12 - Engine
Specifications.
3. Securely install breather tube in breather
cover.
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