Maintenance; Emission Control; Changing Oil - Briggs & Stratton INTEK AND QUANTUM 110000 Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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. In
addition, use of other parts may void your warranty.
Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below.
Task
Perform task at hourly
or calendar interval,
whichever comes first.
Check Oil Level
Change Oil
Change oil filter
(if equipped)
Service air cleaner filter
Service air cleaner car-
tridge (if equipped with
pre-cleaner)
Inspect spark arrester
(if equipped)
Replace spark plug
Replace in-line fuel filter
(if equipped)
Clean air cooling
system
Check valve clearance
Clean combustion
chamber
* Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every
50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours
when operating the engine under heavy load or in high
temperatures.
** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when
airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if
very dirty.
CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste
product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not
discard with household waste. Check with your
local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe
disposal/recycling facilities.
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EMISSION CONTROL

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain no charge repairs under the terms and
provisions of the Briggs & Stratton warranty statement, any
service or emission control part repair or replacement must
be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
WARNING
ALWAYS disconnect spark plug, de-energize starter, lock
and remove safety key BEFORE performing ANY
service to the engine or mower. Traumatic amputation or
severe laceration can result.

CHANGING OIL

AIR
CLEANER
SQUARE
PLUGS
TOP OIL DRAIN
SIDE OIL DRAIN (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
[2] Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
spark plug. De-energize starter, and lock and
remove safety key.
[3] With engine OFF but still warm remove dipstick.
[4] Top oil drain, keep air cleaner above oil outlet.
Bottom or side oil drain (if equipped), keep engine
level. Drain oil into appropriate receptacle.
Note: Top oil drain is recommended method, however
oil can drain from side (if equipped) or bottom as shown.
[5] Place engine level. Add about 5/8 quart
(20 ounces: 0.6 liter) new oil. Fill to FULL line on
dipstick. Do not overfill. Replace dipstick.
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MAINTENANCE
CUTTING
BLADE
3/8"
PIPE
DRAIN
BOTTOM OIL DRAIN
[1] Run engine until it runs
out of fuel. Otherwise,
fuel can leak out, creating
a fire/explosion hazard,
when you tip engine in
Step 4.
OIL
DRAIN
PLUG
RATCHET
AND
EXTENSION