Muffler - Briggs & Stratton 130G00 Repair Manual

11. Alternately tighten two hex flange screws as follows.
Models
130G00, 131G00, 13R200
13U100, 13U200
12. See Figure 121. Move throttle control lever to FAST
(A).
13. While holding governor lever (B) in the Wide Open
Throttle position, use channel lock to rotate governor
crank (C) in a clockwise direction until it stops (about
1/8 turn).
14. Holding governor lever and governor crank to prevent
movement, tighten Nyloc nut (D) as follows.
Models
130G00, 131G00, 13R200
13U100, 13U200
NOTE: Static governing can only be set once. If
governor needs to be reset, the governor lever must be
replaced.
15. See Figure 122. Verify that the governor lever has not
collapsed during assembly. A gap must exist after
tightening as shown.
8
121
82
Governor Bracket Screws
Torque
80-110 lb-in (9-12.4 N-m)
71-124 lb-in (8-14 N-m)
Governor Lever Nut
Torque
50-60 lb-in (5.7-6.8 N-m)
71-124 lb-in (8-14 N-m)
122
16. Manually exercise governor lever. Verify that governor
lever, link, and springs move freely without binding,
sticking, or contacting blower housing.

Muffler

1. If equipped, inspect spark arrester for dirt, debris, and
carbon buildup. Proceed as follows:
A. Note orientation of spark arrester before removal.
B. See Figure 123. If stamped guard (A), remove two
screws (B) to release spark arrester (C) and muffler
adapter (D).
C. If wire guard (E), remove single screw (F) to release
spark arrester (G).
D. Remove screening element from spark arrester.
E. Gently clean screening element with a stiff bristle
brush. If carbon buildup is present, soak or spray
with Carburetor Cleaner (Part No.'s 100041 or
100042). Blow dry from the inside-out with low
pressure compressed air.
NOTE: Exercise care to avoid bending or
puncturing screening element. Replace screening
element if it cannot be adequately cleaned or if any
damage is observed.
2. If equipped, inspect muffler deflector for dirt, debris,
and carbon buildup. Proceed as follows:
A. Note orientation of muffler deflector before removal.
B. If stamped guard, remove two screws (H) to release
muffler deflector (I).
C. If wire guard, remove single screw (J) to release
muffler deflector (K).
D. Remove all dirt and debris with a bristle brush.