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Briggs & Stratton 190000 Series Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Model Series
Covered in
This Manual
190000
280000
Note: General Model Series number noted above is inclusive of the specific model
number found on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in
the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.
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Safety
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Engine Information
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Oil
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Fuel and Starting Information
Starting and Stopping
Maintenance
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Parts and Service & Storage
Warranty Information
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Model
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9-10
11-13
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© Copyright 2004 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Operating & Maintenance
Type
3-5
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of
5-6
these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor
7
bikes, fun/recreational go-karts, aircraft products or vehicles
intended for use in competitive events. Use of these engines in
8
such applications could result in property damage, serious
injury (including paralysis), or even death.
Need assistance? Go to
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for detailed information regarding Briggs & Stratton engines.
1-800-233-3723
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Or call,
to hear a menu of pre-recorded messages
offering engine maintenance information.
Instructions
Code
Month Day Year
WARNING
www.briggsandstratton.com
, (U.S.A. and Canada)
FORM NO. 274787-7/04

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  • Page 1 Model Series Covered in This Manual 190000 280000 Model Note: General Model Series number noted above is inclusive of the specific model number found on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.
  • Page 2 Category C = 125 hours, B = 250 hours and A = 500 hours. For engines of 225 cc or more, Category C = 250 hours, B = 500 hours and A = 1000 hours. The displacement of Model Series 190000 engines is 319 cc. The displacement of Model Series 280000 engines is 465 cc.

  • Page 3: Hazard Symbols And Meanings

    • Read entire Operating & Maintenance Instructions AND the instructions for the equipment this engine powers.* • Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. THE OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN SAFETY INFORMATION TO • Make you aware of hazards associated with engines •...
  • Page 4 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: Engine Information

    WARNING Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. • Start and run engine outdoors. • Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open. WARNING Running engines produce heat.

  • Page 6: Tune-Up Specifications

    This is a single cylinder, L-head, air-cooled engine. It is a low emissions engine. In the state of California, the 190000 and 280000 series engines covered in this manual are certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions stan- dards for 125 hours.

  • Page 7: Oil Capacity

    OIL CAPACITY Engine Model Series 190000 holds about 1-1/8 qts (36 ozs or 1.1 ltrs). Engine Model Series 280000 holds about 1-1/2 qts (48 ozs or 1.4 ltrs).

  • Page 8: Adding Fuel

    FUEL TYPE OF FUEL TO USE • Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 77 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 9: To Start Engine

    REWIND (MANUAL) STARTER TO START ENGINE [1] Check oil level (see p. 7). [4] Insert key and turn to RUN. TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION: Do not stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE. Backfire, fire or engine damage could occur. CAUTION: Do not stop engine by moving choke...
  • Page 10 STARTING AND STOPPING ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER (if equipped) TO START ENGINE [1] Check oil level (see p.7). 1/4 TURN [5] Insert key and [4] Open fuel shut-off valve (if equipped) 1/4 turn. TO STOP ENGINE [1] Move throttle to SLOW, then to STOP.

  • Page 11: Changing Oil

    [3] With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle. [4] Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick. [5] To a Model 190000 engine add about 1-1/8 quarts (36 ounces: 1.1 liters) new oil. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick. Do not overfill.

  • Page 12: Air Cleaner

    MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER All engines have an air cleaner cartridge. In addition, some engines have a pre-cleaner. 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. Saturate in engine oil. Squeeze in clean, absorbent cloth to remove all EXCESS oil.
  • Page 13 ENGINE AND ENGINE PARTS We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. WARNING WARNING CLEANING DEBRIS CAUTION: Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel system.

  • Page 14: Service & Storage

    SERVICE & STORAGE SERVICE See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. Each one carries a stock of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts and is equipped with special service tools. Trained mechanics assure expert repair service on all Briggs & Stratton engines.

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    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. Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for the time periods and subject to the conditions stated below.
  • Page 16 EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THERE- AFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA, AND TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES (AND AFTER JANUARY 1, 2001 IN CANADA). The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S.
  • Page 17 • • • • • • • • • • • • INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES CORPORATION BRIGGS & STRATTON FAMILLE YBSXS.3192VA 274812 CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME AUX NORMES ANTIPOLLUTION 2000 – 2001 DE CALIFORNIE POUR LES PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE ET AUX NORMES ENVIRONNEMENTALES AMÉRICAINES (EPA PHASE 2) POUR LES PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE.

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