Fuel Filter; Fuel Tanks And Shutoff Valves; Horizontal Models 110000, 120000, 150000, 200000, 210000 - Briggs & Stratton 276781 Instruction Manual

Fuel Filter

Some engines are equipped with a fuel filter
(Figure 3) mounted in-line between the fuel tank
and the carburetor. Replace the filter annually or
whenever fuel system service is performed.
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Figure 3
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1. Drain the fuel tank or close the fuel shut-
off valve, if equipped.
2. Slide the clamps away from the fuel filter.
Twist and pull the fuel lines off of the fuel
filter. Discard filter.
3. Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks.
Replace if necessary.
4. Install a new filter between the fuel lines
and secure with the clamps. Open the
shutoff valve and check for leaks.
Fuel Tanks and Shut-off Valves
Horizontal Models 110000, 120000,
150000, 200000, 210000
Removal
1. Close shut-off valve, if equipped.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly per Section
1 - Safety, Maintenance, and Adjustments.
NOTE: Snow engines do not have an air cleaner
assembly. Remove the 1 or 2 piece shroud to
gain access to the carburetor.
3. Remove screws (A, Figure 4) and the
control panel/ trim plate.
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Figure 4
4. Release hose clamp and disconnect fuel
hose from carburetor fitting.
5. Place hose in appropriate container, open
shut-off valve, and allow fuel to completely
drain from tank.
6. Remove shut-off valve and filter, if
equipped, from hose and set aside.
7. Remove the mounting screws from tank
support. Carefully slip fuel hose under
governor link and allow spark plug wire to
slip through hole in support as tank is
removed.
8. Remove tank support from tank, if
equipped.
Inspection
1. Clean gummy or dirty fuel tanks with
Briggs & Stratton Carburetor Cleaner
#100041 or #100042, or equivalent.
2. Inspect fuel tank for:
• Corrosion
• Leaks
• Broken mounting brackets
3. Check fuel cap and filler neck for:
• Proper seals
• Vents
• Functional quantity gauge (if equipped)
4. Check fuel filter for blockage of any kind.
5. Check fuel shut off valve for proper
operation.
Clean or replace parts as required. Fuel filter
replacement is recommended annually or any
time the fuel system is serviced.