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MAINTENANCE

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.
 In
addition, use of other parts may void your warranty.

EMISSION CONTROL

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain no charge repairs under the terms and
provisions of the Briggs & Stratton warranty statement, any
service or emission control part repair or replacement must
be performed by a factory authorized dealer.

Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below.

Task

Perform task at hourly

or calendar interval, 

whichever comes first.

Check Oil Level

4

Change Oil

4

*

Change oil filter 
(if equipped)

4

*

Service air cleaner
pre-cleaner (if equipped)

4

*

*

Service air cleaner car-
tridge (if not equipped
with pre-cleaner)

4

*

*

Service air cleaner car-
tridge (if equipped with
pre-cleaner)

4

*

*

Inspect spark arrester 
(if equipped)

4

Replace spark plug

4

Replace in-line fuel filter
(if equipped)

4

Clean cooling system

4

*

*

Check valve clearance

4

*

Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every
50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours
when operating the engine under heavy load or in high
temperatures.

** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when

airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if
very dirty.

CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product.
Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with
household waste. Check with your local authorities,
service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling
facilities.

CHANGING OIL

[1]

Run engine until it runs
out of fuel. Otherwise,
fuel can leak out, creating
a fire/explosion hazard,
when you tip engine in
Step 4.

[2]

Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
spark plug.

[3]

With engine OFF but still warm remove dipstick.

[4]

Top oil drain, keep air cleaner above oil outlet.
Bottom or side oil drain (if equipped), keep engine
level. Drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

Note: Top oil drain is recommended method, however
oil can drain from side (if equipped) or bottom as shown.

[5]

Place engine level. Add about 5/8 quart
(20 ounces: 0.6 liter) new oil. Fill to FULL line on
dipstick. Do not overfill.

[6]

Replace dipstick.

WARNING

AIR

CLEANER

BOTTOM OIL DRAIN

RATCHET

AND

EXTENSION

CUTTING

BLADE

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

DRAIN

PLUGS

PIPE

3/8”

SQUARE

TOP OIL DRAIN

SIDE OIL DRAIN (IF EQUIPPED)

Summary of Contents for 110600 series

Page 1: ... Information 8 Starting and Stopping 9 10 Maintenance 11 13 Adjustments 14 Parts and Service Storage 15 16 Warranty Information 17 WARNING Briggs Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of these engines on 3 wheel All Terrain Vehicles ATVs motor bikes aircraft products or vehicles intended for use in competitive events Use of these engines in such applications could result in property damag...

Page 2: ...atton Corporation Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board CARB Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index Briggs Stratton makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels The E...

Page 3: ...dition a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that ...

Page 4: ...NT Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill Do not choke carburetor to stop engine WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut off valve OFF WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoli...

Page 5: ...ifornia requires this Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal land WARNING Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands feet hair clothing or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Operate equipment with guards in place Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jew...

Page 6: ...ording to the product and emissions warranties stated elsewhere in this manual MODEL SERIES 110000 Bore 2 11 16 in 68 26 mm Stroke 1 51 64 in 46 00 mm Displacement 10 20 cu in 167 4 cc MODEL SERIES 120000 Bore 2 11 16 in 68 26 mm Stroke 2 3 64 in 52 00 mm Displacement 11 58 cu in 189 7 cc Note For practical operation the horsepower loading should not exceed 85 of rated horsepower Engine power will...

Page 7: ...ING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE 32 CAUTION Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines The use of non synthetic multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc in temperatures above 40 F 4 C will result in higher than normal oil consumption When using a multi viscosity oil check oil level more frequently CAUTION SAE 30 oil if used below 40 F 4 C will result in hard startin...

Page 8: ...fore starting engine 3 Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap 4 Remove cap Fill tank to approximately 1 1 2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion Be careful not to overfill Briggs Stratton Smart fill fuel can fills to the correct level and automatically shuts off reducing spills and emissions 5 Replace cap before starting Fuel Fill STARTING WA...

Page 9: ...ull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback 9 Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Rota te knob or move choke control lever toward RUN a short distance at a time over several seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather Let en gine run smoothly before each change Operate with choke in RUN WARNING TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION Do not stop engine by moving ch...

Page 10: ...turn to START CAUTION To prolong starter life use short starting cycles 5 seconds maximum then wait one minute Follow equipment manufacturer s recommendations for charging battery 7 Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Move choke control lever toward RUN a short dis tance at a time over sev eral seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather Let engine run smoothly before each change Operate with...

Page 11: ...e fuel filter if equipped 4 Clean cooling system 4 Check valve clearance 4 Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use then every 50 hours or every season Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present Replace air cleaner parts if very dirty CAUTION Used oil is a hazardous waste ...

Page 12: ...Cleaners and Cartridges CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge Pressurized air can damage cartridge solvents will dissolve cartridge Pre cleaner To clean pre cleaner if equipped separate it from cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water Air dry thoroughly Do not oil pre cleaner Re assemble dry pre cleaner on clean cartridge Cartridge To clean cartridge gently tap ...

Page 13: ...rester screen re move screen for inspection Replace screen if damaged or plugged WARNING FUEL SYSTEM WARNING Replacement parts for fuel system cap hoses tanks filters etc must be the same as original parts otherwise fire can occur REPLACE IN LINE FUEL FILTER if equipped 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from spark plug 2 Drain fuel tank or close fuel shut off valve before replacing fuel f...

Page 14: ... WIRE CASING On some models the governor lever is bent into position and is not adjustable TO ADJUST STOP SWITCH 1 Governor control lever should make good contact with stop switch Check operation of throttle 2 Readjust if necessary GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER STOP SWITCH CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies top speed at which the en...

Page 15: ...www briggsandstratton com or in the Yellow Pages directory under Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines or Lawn Mowers or similar category Note Walking fingers logo and Yellow Pages are regis tered trademarks in various jurisdictions An illustrated shop manual includes com mon specifications and detailed informa tion covering adjustment tune up and repair of Briggs Stratton single cylinder OHV 4 cyc...

Page 16: ...hen engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months Your Engine Type Code Model Fill in both sides clip and return to Briggs Stratton Corporation P O Box 1144 Name Address City State Zip Country To purchase a complete list of Genuine Briggs Stratton Parts for your engine fill in both sides of this order form carefully We cannot fill your order without the correct Engine Model Type Code Allow 3 to 4 ...

Page 17: ...ct a B S Service Representative at 1 414 259 5262 The emission warranty is a defects warranty Defects are judged on normal engine performance The warranty is not related to an in use emission test Briggs Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage It is in addition to the B S engine warranty...

Page 18: ...uel Use clean fresh lead free gasoline and Briggs Stratton gasoline stabilizer Part No 5041 4 Parts which are scored or broken because an engine was operated with insufficient or contaminated lubricating oil or an incorrect grade of lubricating oil check oil level daily or after every 8 hours of operation Refill when necessary and change at recommended intervals OIL GARD may not shut down running ...

Page 19: ...r consequential dam ages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Briggs Stratton Corporation F P Stratton Jr Chairman and Chief Executive Officer WARRANTY PERIOD WITHIN U S A AND CANADA OUTSIDE U S A AND CANADA ENGINES CONSUMER USE COMMERCIAL USE CONSUMER USE COMMERCIA...

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