Maintenance Schedule - Briggs & Stratton 110000 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Maintenance
(see figs. ¦§¨ )
See Maintenance Schedule. Follow the hourly or
calendar intervals, whichever occur first. More frequent
service is required when operating in adverse conditions.
To prevent acci-
dental starting, re-
move spark plug
wire ➊ and ground
it before servicing,
and disconnect battery at negative terminal, if equipped.
Oil service (see fig. ¦ )
Check oil level regularly.
Be sure correct oil level is maintained. Check every 8
hours or daily, before starting engine. See oil filling
procedure under Oil Recommendations Do not over-fill.
Change oil.
Change oil after first 5 hours of operation. Change oil
while engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. (see fig. © )
Gear reduction, if equipped
➋ ➌
Remove oil fill plug and oil level plug . Drain oil
every 100 hours of operation or every season. To refill,
pour SAE 30 oil into oil fill hole until it runs out level
check hole. Replace both plugs. Oil fill plug has a vent
➍
hole and must be installed on top of gear case cover.
Air cleaner service (see fig. § )
Dual element air cleaners
➋ ➌
Replace pre-cleaner and/or cartridge if very dirty
or damaged.
To service pre-cleaner, if equipped, wash in liquid
detergent and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth and
allow to dry thoroughly. DO NOT oil pre-cleaner.
To service cartridge, clean by tapping gently on a flat
surface. DO NOT oil cartridge.
Note: Do not use petroleum solvents, e.g., kerosene,
which will cause the cartridge to deteriorate. Do not use
pressurized air to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can
damage the cartridge.
Rectangular dual element air cleaner
1. Loosen screw and tilt cover down. Remove
pre-cleaner (if equipped) and cartridge assembly
from cover.
2. After servicing pre-cleaner and cartridge, place
pre-cleaner, if equipped (arrows up) over cartridge
pleats (pre-cleaner lip will be at bottom of pleats).
3. Install pre-cleaner and cartridge assembly in cover.
➏
4. Insert tabs on cover into slots in bottom of base.
5. Tilt cover up and tighten screw securely.
Oval dual element air cleaner
➋
1. Remove knob and cover . Lift air cleaner off stud.
2. After cleaning, reassemble pre-cleaner on car-
tridge. Push air cleaner firmly down on stud
seat in base.
3. Push cover squarely onto base. Tighten knob
securely.
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Maintenance Cont'd
➏
Oil foam air cleaner
➍
To service foam element , 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.
1. Loosen screw and tilt cover down. Remove
➎
bracket and foam element from cover.
2. Clean bracket, cover and base.
3. Install bracket and foam element in cover.
4. Insert tabs on cover into slots in bottom of base.
5. Tilt cover up and fasten securely with screw.
§
Spark plug service (see figs. )
Clean/replace spark plug every 100 hours or every
season, whichever occurs first. Spark plug wrench is
available from any Authorized Briggs & Stratton
Service Dealer.
Note: In some areas, local law requires using a resistor
spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine
was originally equipped with resistor spark plug, use
same type of spark plug for replacement.
➍
Spark plug gap should be .76 mm or 0.030 in.
Keep engine clean (see figs. ¨ )
Periodically remove chaff and debris build-up from
engine. Do not spray engine with water to clean
because water could contaminate fuel. Clean with a
brush or compressed air.
Accumulation of debris around muf-
➋
fler could cause a fire. Inspect
and clean before every use.
If muffler is equipped with spark arrester screen
remove spark arrester screen for cleaning and inspec-
tion every 50 hours or every season. Replace if
damaged.
To assure smooth operation, keep governor linkage,
➋
springs and controls free of debris.
Replace in-line fuel filter
fuel tank or close fuel shut-off valve
before replacing fuel filter.
Clean cooling system. Chaff or debris may clog engine's
air cooling system, especially after prolonged operation.
Internal cooling fins and surfaces may require cleaning
to prevent overheating and engine damage. Remove
➏
blower housing and clean as shown
Check valve clearance:
Model 110000 and 120000 intake .10-.15 mm.
➐
to
Model 110000 and 120000 exhaust .23--.28 mm.
Model 200000 and 210000 intake .10--.15 mm.
Model 200000 and 210000 exhaust .10--.15 mm.
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Maintenance Schedule

Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever
occur first. More frequent service is required when
operating in adverse conditions noted below.
First 5 Hours
D Change oil
Every 8 hours or daily
D Check oil level
D Clean around muffler
Every 25 hours or every season
D Change oil if operating under heavy load or
high ambient temperature
D Service air cleaner pre-cleaner*
Every 50 hours or every season
D Change oil
D Clean and inspect spark arrester, if equipped.
Every 100 hours or every season
D Service oil foam air cleaner or cartridge*
D Clean/replace spark plug
D Change gear reduction oil, if equipped
D Clean cooling system*
Every season
D Check valve clearance
* Clean more often under dusty conditions, or
when airborne debris or chaff is present.
Partial List of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts
Briggs & Stratton (or equivalent)
Part
➌
,
Oil (20 oz.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil (48 oz.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil pump kit (uses standard electric drill
to remove oil from engine quickly)
Fuel stabilizer (1 oz., 30 ml single use pouch) 992030
Fuel stabilizer (4.2 oz., 125 ml bottle) 999005E (5041)
➎
. Drain
Fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat air cleaner cartridge . . . . . . . . .
Flat air cleaner pre-cleaner
Oval air cleaner cartridge (Model 11, 12)
Oval air cleaner pre-cleaner (Model 11, 12)
Oval air cleaner cartridge (Model 20, 21)
Oval air cleaner pre-cleaner (Model 20, 21)
.
Resistor spark plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard spark plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Long life platinum spark plug
(used on most OHV engines)
Spark tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plug wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part No.
100005
100028
. . . . . 5056
694485
491588 (5043)
. . . . . . . . . . . . 493537
. . . 690610
. 273356
. . . 692484
. 273930
802592E
492167E
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5066
19368
19374