Regular Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Diesel 432447 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

DAILY CHECKS
continued
WARNING LIGHTS (Typical)
If fuel filter warning light comes on while en-
gine is running, stop engine and drain water
from fuel filter.
If oil pressure light comes on while engine is
running, stop engine immediately. Check oil
level or electrical system.
If charge light comes on while engine is run-
ning, check electrical system.
If charge light does not come on when start-
er switch is turned to the ON position, check
fuse or bulb.
See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton
Daihatsu Service Dealer if necessary.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

CHANGING OIL
[1]. Place engine level.
[2]. Disconnect battery at negative terminal
[3]. With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain
plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.
[4]. Reinstall drain plug and torque to 25.5 ft. lbs.
(352 kg-cm)
[5]. Refill engine with new oil. Fill to FULL mark on
dipstick with new oil. Replace oil cap.
Caution: Do not overfill.
[6]. Start and run engine at idle for 5 minutes.
[7]. Stop engine, and wait 3 minutes. Then re-check oil
level.
[8]. If required, add oil to bring level to F mark on
dipstick.
[9]. Check for leaks.
CONTROL PARTS
To assure smooth operation, keep injector pump link-
age, springs and controls free of debris. Linkage should
X
move freely. Depending on use, this may need to be
FUEL
performed more often.
FILTER
WARNING
CAUTION:
parts. Water could contaminate fuel system. Use a
brush or dry cloth.
MUFFLER
Disconnect battery at negative terminal.
OIL FILTER
PART NO.
820314
OIL DRAIN PLUG
13
MAINTENANCE
Engine parts should be kept
clean to reduce the risk of
overheating and ignition of
accumulated debris.
Do not use water to clean engine
Before running engine, clean
WARNING
muffler and manifold areas to
remove all grass and com-
bustible debris.
Depending on use, this may
need to be performed more
often.
WARNING
Oil drain / Oil filter
OIL DRAIN PLUG