Operation - Briggs & Stratton 090000 Operator's Manual

H. Fuel Tank and Cap
I. Air Cleaner
J. Throttle Control (if equipped)
K. Battery Charger - Portable Battery Pack
L. Fuel Shut-off (if equipped)
M. Lithium-Ion Integrated Battery Pack
N. Cable and Charger - Integrated Battery Pack
Engine Control Symbols and Meanings
Engine Speed - FAST
Engine Speed - STOP
Engine Start
Choke CLOSED
Fuel Cap
Fuel Shut-off OPEN
Fuel Level - Maximum
Do Not Overfill
Battery Control Symbols and Meanings
Volt
Double Insulated
Direct Current
Underwriters Laboratories,
Inc. Registered Product
Correctly Recycle Battery
Remove Key / Battery Pack

Operation

Oil Recommendations
Oil Capacity: See the Specifications section.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers or
dealers could have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time,
make sure that the oil is at the correct level. Add oil as specified by the instructions in
this manual. If you start the engine without oil, damage will occur and the engine will not
be repaired under warranty.
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton
performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are permitted if classified for service SF,
SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.
Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
Engines on most outdoor power equipment operate well with 5W-30 Synthetic oil. For
equipment operated in hot temperatures, Vanguard
protection.
Engine Speed - SLOW
ON - OFF
Engine Start
Choke OPEN
Fuel Shut-off CLOSED
Check the Oil Level
Before you check or add oil
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NOTICE
Ampere
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers or
dealers could have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time,
make sure that the oil is at the correct level. Add oil as specified by the instructions in
this manual. If you start the engine without oil, damage will occur and the engine will not
be repaired under warranty.
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Alternating Current
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4.
Underwriters Laboratories,
Inc. US & Canada Listed
Product
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6.
Hertz
Low Oil Protection System (if installed)
A low oil sensor is installed on some engines. If the oil is low, the sensor will show a
warning light or stop the engine. Stop the engine and do the steps that follow before you
start the engine.
Charge Battery Pack •
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Fuel Recommendations
Fuel must meet these requirements:
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NOTICE
Do not use unapproved gasoline, such as E15 and E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or
change the engine to operate on alternate fuels. Use of unapproved fuels could result in
damage to engine components, which will not be repaired under the warranty.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, and corrosion, mix an alcohol-free fuel
stabilizer and ethanol treatment into the fuel. Refer to the Storage section. All fuel is not
A SAE 30 - Below 40 °F (4 °C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
B 10W-30 - Above 80 °F (27 °C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil
consumption. Check the oil level frequently.
C 5W-30
D Synthetic 5W-30
E
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Vanguard Synthetic 15W-50
Make sure the engine is level.
Clean the oil fill area of debris.
Refer to the Specifications section for oil capacity.
Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 4) and clean with a cloth.
Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 4).
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Make sure that the oil level is at the
top of the full indicator (B, Figure 4) on the dipstick.
If the oil level is low, slowly add oil into the engine oil fill (C, Figure 4). Do not add
too much oil.
Wait one minute and check the oil level again. Make sure that the oil level is
correct.
Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 4).
Make sure that the engine is level.
Do an oil check. Refer to the Check Oil Level section.
If the oil level is low, add the correct amount of oil. Start the engine and make
sure that the warning light (if installed) does not come on.
If the oil level is not low, do not start the engine. Contact a Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer to correct the oil problem.
Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below.
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is permitted.
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Warranty Certified oils for best
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15W-50 Synthetic oil gives the best
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