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.
Features Air cleaner (standard) Air cleaner (optional) Front panel (standard) Front panel with controls (optional) Throttle control (optional) Choke control (optional) Key switch (optional) Carburetor / LPG or NG fuel mixer Fuel pump Breather Spark plug Engine Model no. label Oil pressure sensor Oil filter Oil cooler...
Safety Information 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. •...
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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. •...
Capacity The engine holds approximately 80 oz (2.3 liters). Oil Recommendation • Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton 30, Part Number 100005 (20 oz) or 100028 (48 oz). •...
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. •...
Cold Weather Starting • Use correct type of oil for expected starting temperature. See Oil. • Use fresh gasoline, which has higher volatility to improve starting. • Remove external equipment and engine loads. (See equipment operating instructions.) Starting Gasoline Powered Engines The controls used for starting are located on the engine or on the equipment for which it powers.
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.
Changing Oil and Oil Filter Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 100 hours. Change oil every 50 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures. Oil Filter Oil Drain Plug With engine OFF but still warm, remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.
Air Cleaner Clean cartridge every 100 hours. To clean cartridge, gently tap on end with handle of screwdriver. Replace cartridge every 400 hours. Clean and replace more often under dusty conditions. Cyclonic air cleaner Safety Filter Cartridge Air cleaner cartridge Cover Rubber Valve Unlock and remove fastening devices to remove...
Spark Plug Check the spark plug every 100 hours. Replace the spark plug if upon inspection the electrode or worn. Ensure the spark plug is clean. Check the gap Ë Ì with a wire gauge and reset to .76 mm or 0.030 in.
Cleaning Debris Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris from engine. Remove front panel to reveal carburetor. Clean around intake manifold, fuel pump, and carburetor. Keep linkage, spring and controls clean. Clean Clean CAUTION Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel system.
Storage If engine is stored over 30 days, prepare as follows: To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts: If fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated gasoline (gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether) run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. If fuel tank contains gasoline either run engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive.
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. Only dealers advertising as “Authorized Briggs &...
Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Straton parts. In the state of California, Model 540000 and 610000 engines are certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions standards for 1000 hours.
Warranty Information Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emissions 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 Emissions Control System Warranty on your small off-road engine (SORE).
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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.
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY 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.
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