Briggs & Stratton 290000 Operating & Maintenance Instructions
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- Page 1 FORM NO. 276343-7/05 PRINTED IN U.S.A. © Copyright 2005 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation The Power That Works For You® Operating & Maintenance Instructions Model 290000 300000 350000 380000 Series covered in this manual www.briggsandstratton.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety References The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard. -
Page 3: Features
Features 1. Oil Fill Cap 2. Dipstick 3. Fuel Pump (if equipped) 4. Spark Plug Wire 5. Emission Label and Engine Identification Model XXXXXX Type XXXXXX Code XXXXXXXX 6. 12V Electric Starter (if equipped) 7. Oil Drain Plug 8. Blower Housing 9. -
Page 4: Safety
Safety WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WHEN ADDING FUEL • Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. - Page 5 WARNING Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result. • When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. •...
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Page 6: Starting
Starting Oil Pressure Switch If engine is equipped with oil pressure switch, the switch will either activate a warning device or stop the engine when the engine runs low on oil. (Read the operating instructions supplied by equipment manufacturer to determine how your engine is equipped.) Before Starting −... -
Page 7: Stopping
Stopping 1. REWIND (MANUAL) STARTER: Move throttle control (if equipped) to SLOW and then STOP position. 2. ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER: Move throttle lever (if equipped) to SLOW. 3. ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER: Turn key to OFF. Remove key and store out of reach of children. 4. -
Page 8: Oil
Capacity Engine holds approximately 1-1/2 quarts (48 ounces or 1.4 liters) when changing oil and oil filter. Oil Recommendation • Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher. Briggs & Stratton strongly recommends the use of synthetic oil. -
Page 9: Changing Oil
Changing Oil Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 50 hours. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures. 1. Place engine level. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plugs. -
Page 10: Fuel
Fuel Gasoline Powered Engines • Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used within 30 days. •... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Starter Handle will Not Pull • Place equipment on flat level surface. • Remove all external equipment/engine loads before starting engine. • Direct coupled equipment components such as, but not limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must be securely attached. Engine will Not Start Out of Fuel •... -
Page 12: Maintenance
Maintenance Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the engine, and may result in injury. -
Page 13: Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner All engines have a round air cleaner cartridge. In addition, some engines have a pre-cleaner. CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage cartridge; solvents will dissolve cartridge. Pre-cleaner To clean pre-cleaner (if equipped), separate it from cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth. -
Page 14: Fuel System
Cleaning Debris Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris from engine. Keep linkage, springs and controls clean. Keep area behind and around muffler free of any combustible debris. CLEAN CLEAN Finger Guard Rotating Screen CLEAN Linkage, Springs and Controls Air Cooling System Debris may clog the engine’s air cooling system. -
Page 15: Storage
Storage 1. Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. fuel tank contains reformulated gasoline (gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether), run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. -
Page 16: Technical Information
Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. In the state of California, Model Series 290000, 300000, 350000 and 380000 engines are certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions standards for 250 hours. -
Page 17: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. EPA and B&S are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your small off-road engine (SORE). -
Page 18: Limited Warranty
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective July 1, 2004 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before July 1, 2004 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. - Page 19 ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. For example, warranty would not apply if engine damage occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, warehousing or improper installation.
- Page 20 Déclaration de garantie du système de contrôle des émissions de Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), du California Air Resources Board (CARB) et de la United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) (Droits et obligations du propriétaire au titre de la garantie contre tout défaut) Déclaration de garantie pour les défauts de contrôle d'émissions pour la Californie, les États Unis et le Canada.