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Operation

Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
kerosene or petrol to spill.

The manufacturer of the equipment on which this

engine is installed specifies top speed at which the

engine will be operated. DO NOT EXCEED this speed.

WARNING

Stopping Engine

Do not stop engine by moving choke control to

CHOKE.
Backfire, or explosion can cause severe burns

or death. Engine damage may occur.

WARNING

1. Do not move choke lever. (A)
2. Push stop switch to OFF position (1).
3. Close kerosene shut off valve (2).

A

B

C

Troubleshooting

Starter Handle will Not Pull

Place equipment on flat level surface.
Remove all external equipment/engine loads before
starting engine.
Direct coupled equipment components such as, but not
limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must
be securely attached.

Engine will Not Start

Out of Fuel

Add kerosene to tank.

Prime engine.

Engine Flooded

Set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, and

continue to pull starter handle.

Spark Plug Fouling

Check an ensue the spark plug is clean. Check the gap

with a feeler gage and reset to .76 mm or .030 in. if

necessary.

Replace the spark plug if upon inspection the electrode

is burned or worn.

Engine is Smoking or Running

Rough

Engine may have been tipped during

transport.

Check for fouled spark plug.

Check air cleaner filter for oil saturation. If clean but

saturated, squeeze in clean, absorbant cloth to remove

ALL EXCESS oil. If filter is dirty see page 11 for

servicing air cleaner.

Ensure fuel cap is in place before starting
engine

Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at

least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap.

Do not crank engine with spark plug
removed.

WARNING

If engine is tipped to transport equipment, to remove

debris, to drain oil, etc., 

keep the spark plug side

of engine up.

CAUTION

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Summary of Contents for 12K300 INTEK series

Page 1: ...00 150 0000 Operating Maintenance Instructions Model 12K300 IntekE Series for Pump applications covered in this manual FORM NO 276797 1 06 PRINTED IN U S A Copyright 2006 by Briggs Stratton Corporation www briggsandstratton com The Power That Works For You ...

Page 2: ...n 3 wheel All Terrain Vehicles ATVs motor bikes fun recreational go karts aircraft products or vehicles intended for use in competitive events Use of these engines in such applications could result in property damage serious injury including paralysis or even death Table of Contents Safety Reference 2 Engine Features 3 Starting Engine 4 Adjusting Choke after Engine has Started 6 Stopping Engine 6 ...

Page 3: ...nd frequency 45 0000 150 0000 3 Engine Features 1 Engine Identification Model Type Code 2 Spark Plug 3 Oil Fill 4 Oil Drain 5 Stop Switch 6 Starter Handle 7 Air Cleaner 8 Choke Control 9 Kerosene Tank 10 Primer Bulb 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 4 6 9 10 ...

Page 4: ...rnaces stoves water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors WARNING Starting engine creates sparking Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases Explosion and fire could result If there is natural or LP fuel leakage in area do not start engine Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable WARNING Engines gi...

Page 5: ...ne parts especially muffler become extremely hot Severe thermal burns can occur on contact Combustible debris such as leaves grass brush etc can catch fire WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Unintentional start up can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from s...

Page 6: ...arting but may increase oil consumption at 80 F 27 C or higher Check oil level frequently at higher temperatures Synthetic 5W 30 20 to 1205F 30 to 405C provides the best protection at all temperatures as well as improved starting with less oil consumption 5W 30 405F and below 55C and below is recommended for winter use and works best in cold conditions Oil Capacity The engine holds approximately 5...

Page 7: ... kerosene cap and remove Fill tank to approximately 1 1 2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion A Be careful not to overfill 3 Replace cap before starting Kerosene 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 fuel cap Fill fuel tank outdoo...

Page 8: ...ine and avoid kickback E This engine is shipped from Briggs Stratton without oil If you start the engine without oil the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty CAUTION 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 slo...

Page 9: ...be securely attached Engine will Not Start Out of Fuel Add kerosene to tank Prime engine Engine Flooded Set choke if equipped to OPEN RUN position and continue to pull starter handle Spark Plug Fouling Check an ensue the spark plug is clean Check the gap with a feeler gage and reset to 76 mm or 030 in if necessary Replace the spark plug if upon inspection the electrode is burned or worn Engine is ...

Page 10: ...nce in the future write you engine Model Type and Code number along with the date of purchase here These numbers are located on your engine For the location see page 3 Engine Features Model Series Type Code Technical Information Power Ratings The power ratings for an individual engine model are initially developed by starting with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power T...

Page 11: ...ming maintenance or repairs Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug Disconnect battery at negative terminal only engines with electric start Use only correct tools When testing for spark Use approved spark plug tester Do not check for spark with spark plug removed WARNING Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below Clean Combustion Chamber Task Perform task at hourly ...

Page 12: ...er assembly from inside of cover and disassemble 4 To service foam air cleaner Wash in liquid detergent and water Squeeze dry in clean cloth Saturate in engine oil Squeeze in clean absorbent cloth to remove ALL EXCESS oil If very dirty or damaged replace it Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean foam Pressurized air can damage foam solvents will dissolve foam CAUTION 5 Reassemble retainer...

Page 13: ...st be the original parts otherwise fire can occur Fire may occur if non original equipment manufactured parts are used for replacement WARNING Combustion Deposits We recommend that after every 100 400 hours you have an authorized Briggs Stratton Service Dealer remove combustion deposits from the cylinder cylinder head top of piston and around valves Air Cooling System Debris may clog engine s air ...

Page 14: ...ealer 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 are required to meet Briggs Stratton standards When you purchase equipment powered by a Briggs Stratton engine you are assured of highly skilled reliable servic...

Page 15: ...d Product Type Use Use Warranty Term Classict 1 year 90 days 2 years Consumer Use in European Union Etekt 1 year 1 year Extended Life Seriest 2 years 1 year Fourcet 2 years 90 days I C 2 years 1 year Industrial Plust 2 years 1 year Intekt Kool Bore 2 years 90 days Intekt Sleeve Bore 2 years 1 year Kerosene fuel operated engines 1 year 90 days Power Builtt OHV 2 years 90 days Q45t 2 years 90 days Q...

Page 16: ...N PARTS 2 Equipment controls or installations that prevent starting cause unsatisfactory engine performance or shorten engine life Contact equipment manufacturer 3 Leaking carburetors clogged fuel pipes sticking valves or other damage caused by using contaminated or stale fuel 4 Parts which are scored or broken because an engine was operated with insufficient or contaminated lubricating oil or an ...

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