Maintenance; Emissions Control - Briggs & Stratton L824E Operator's Manual

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.
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Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open.
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WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic
amputation, or laceration.
Fire hazard
Use a 3-wire extension cord.
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First attach extension cord to electric starter connector and then into a wall
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receptacle. If additional extension cord is required, use a 3-wire.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
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service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
NOTICE: This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Before you start
the engine, make sure you add oil according to the instructions in this manual. If you
start the engine without oil, it will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered
under warranty.
Note: Some engines and equipment have remote controls. See the equipment manual
for location and operation of remote controls.
1. Check the oil level. See the How To Check/Add Oil section.
2. Make sure equipment drive controls, if equipped, are disengaged.
3. Move the throttle control lever (B), if equipped, to the fast
Operate the engine with the throttle control lever in the fast position.
4. Turn the fuel shut-off valve (A), if equipped, to the on position (Figure 5).
5. Insert the key (C), if equipped, and turn to the on/start
Push in the safety key (D), if equipped.
6. Turn the choke control knob (J) to the choke
Note: Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
7. Push the primer (F) two times. See Figure 5.
Note: Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.

Maintenance

We recommend that you see any Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for all
maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts.
NOTICE: All the components used to build this engine must remain in place for proper
operation.
WARNING:
When performing maintenance that requires the unit to be
tipped, the fuel tank must be empty or fuel can leak out and result in a fire or
explosion.

Emissions Control

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control devices and systems
may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work must be performed
by a factory authorized dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.
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position (Figure 5).
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position.
8. Rewind Start: Firmly hold the starter cord handle (G, Figure 5). Pull the starter cord
handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
Note: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go to
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or call 1-800-233-3723 (in USA).
WARNING:
Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your
hand and arm toward the engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures,
bruises or sprains could result. When starting engine, pull the starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
9. Electric Start: First connect the extension cord to the power cord receptacle (H, 120
Volt) or (K, 230 Volt) and then into a wall receptacle. See Figure 6. If an additional
extension cord is required, make sure to use a 3-wire grounded extension cord.
WARNING:
If the extension cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.
10. Electric Start: Depress the push button (I). After you start the engine, first
disconnect the extension cord from the wall receptacle and then from the power cord
receptacle (H, K).
Note: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go to
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or call 1-800-233-3723 (in USA).
NOTICE: To extend the life of the starter, use short starting cycles (five seconds
maximum). Wait one minute between starting cycles.
11. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then, slowly move the choke
control knob to the run position.
How To Stop The Engine - Figure 5
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Do not choke the carburetor to stop engine.
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1. Turn the key (C), if equipped, to the off
Remove the safety key (D), if equipped.
2. Remove the key (C, D). Keep the key out of reach of children.
3. After the engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve (A) to the closed position.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic
amputation, or laceration.
Fire hazard
Before performing adjustments or repairs:
Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
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Use only correct tools.
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Do not tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to increase engine
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speed.
Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same
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position as the original parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage
the unit, and may result in injury.
Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel
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may later shatter during operation.
When testing for spark:
Use approved spark plug tester.
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Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.
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position (Figure 5).
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