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Operator’s Manual

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Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.

Form No. 277108-9/06

Printed in U.S.A.

Model 430447

433447
580447
583447
589447

Vanguard
Gasoline

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Summary of Contents for 430447

Page 1: ...erator s Manual BRIGGSandSTRATTON com ECopyright Briggs Stratton Corporation Milwaukee Wisconsin 53201 U S A Form No 277108 9 06 Printed in U S A Model 430447 433447 580447 583447 589447 Vanguard Gasoline ...

Page 2: ...carefully read and understand the operating instructions for the equipment on which your engine is placed The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury A signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury In addition a hazard symbol may be used to repre...

Page 3: ...line vapors 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 Do not start or run engine in enclosed area even if doors or windows are open WARNING Starting engine creates sparking Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases Explosion and fire could result If there is natural or LP gas...

Page 4: ...f these engines in such applications could result in property damage serious injury including paralysis or even death ENGINE INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power Torque Rating Procedure and rating performance has been o...

Page 5: ... pan 6 Alternator 7 Spark plug 8 Coolant temperature sending unit 9 Governor lever 3 6 9 13 10 11 16 15 10 12 14 8 10 Oil drains 11 Oil filter 12 Dipstick 13 Oil pressure sending unit 14 Carburetor 15 Engine Date Code xxxxxxxxx 16 Engine Model Type number xxxxxx xxxx xx ENGINE PARTS 2 1 4 5 7 ...

Page 6: ...FULL Do not overfill Note After filling with or changing oil start and run engine at idle for 5 minutes Shut engine off Wait 3 minutes and check oil level Add oil if required to bring level to Full mark on dipstick 1 Place equipment level Clean around oil fill 2 Remove dipstick and wipe with clean cloth 3 Then replace dipstick and remove to check oil level 4 If oil is required remove dipstick to a...

Page 7: ...r fuel expansion Be careful not to overfill 2 Replace cap before starting 3 Check for fuel leaks at fuel filter carburetor fuel pump fuel pipe etc COOLANT WARNING Do not touch radiator or open radiator cap or open reservoir when engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool before changing or adding coolant SPECIFICATIONS This engine is water cooled A 50 50 mixture is required of phosphate free an...

Page 8: ... on while engine is running check electrical system STARTING Use correct type of oil for expected starting temperature See Oil Remove external equipment engine loads See equipment operating instructions Periodically remove any debris buildup from the machine See Maintenance Open fuel shut off valve if equipped before starting engine Pull choke and move throttle to FAST position After engine has st...

Page 9: ... ON position 5 NOTE If engine does not start immediately follow below CHOKE OPERATION ENGINE WARM UP If engine does not start immedi ately pull choke After starting allow engine to warm up a few minutes before applying load Open choke grad ually when applying load PULL TO CHOKE Typical starter switch Typical choke control TO STOP ENGINE 1 Move throttle to SLOW Allow engine to run for short time to...

Page 10: ...rvice more often when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures Replace after every 600 hours of operation Service more often when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures DAILY CHECKS CAUTION Used oil is a hazardous waste prod uct Dispose of used oil properly Do not discard with household waste Check with your local authorities service center or dealer for safe disposal recycli...

Page 11: ...k cloth over cap and remove it slowly To remove radiator cap after engine is cool place a thick cloth over cap and rotate it slowly counter clockwise to the first stop Pressurized steam may emit from the cap stand back to avoid injury Once all pressure is released rotate cap counter clockwise while pushing down on cap to remove REGULAR MAINTENANCE CHANGING OIL 1 Place engine level 2 Disconnect bat...

Page 12: ...tridge gently tap on end with handle of screwdriver Replace cartridge if very dirty or damaged CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge Pressurized air can damage cartridge solvents will dissolve cartridge 1 Unlock clamps and remove cover 2 Remove cartridge from air cleaner body 3 Carefully clean out air cleaner cover 4 Install cartridge in body 5 Install cover and lock cl...

Page 13: ...ver nuts to 55 kg cm 48 in lbs Piston Position Cylinder 1 2 3 No 1 piston at TDC of compres Int D D No 1 piston at TDC of compres sion stroke Exh D D Rotate Crankshaft 360 clockwise Int D Rotate Crankshaft 360 clockwise Exh D WRENCH SCREW DRIVER FEELER GAUGE FUEL FILTER 1 Disconnect spark plug wires and keep away from spark plugs 2 When replacing fuel filter ensure clamps are tight and fuel flows ...

Page 14: ...tion again 10 12 mm 3 8 1 2 Inch BELT MOVEMENT HANDLE BELT A B ADJUSTMENTS CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS If engine is hard to start or acceleration is uneven check control operation and adjust if required as described below 1 Move throttle control to FAST position 2 Pull choke control to CHOKE position Typical throttle and choke controls PULL TO CHOKE 3 Loosen casing clamp screw then move wire and casing an...

Page 15: ...oxi mately 5 minutes 1 Place throttle control in IDLE or SLOW position 2 Rotate carburetor throttle lever against idle speed screw and hold 3 Adjust idle speed screw to obtain equipment manufac turer s specified idling speed 4 Turn idle mixture valve with limiter midway between limits FUEL DRAIN PLUG CARBURETOR THROTTLE LEVER IDLE MIXTURE VALVE WITH LIMITER IDLE SPEED SCREW Note Engines operated a...

Page 16: ...e up and repair of B S three cylinder 4 cycle engines It is available from an Authorized Briggs Stratton Service Dealer Part No MS 0750 STORAGE Engines stored over 30 days need special attention 1 To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts a if fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated gasoline gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether run engine until it st...

Page 17: ...ontact a B S Service Representative at 1 800 233 3723 EPA EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD 1000 Hours CARB EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD 500 Hours Briggs Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Defects Warranty Provisions The following are specific provisions relative to your Emissions Control Defects Warranty Coverage It is in addition to the B S engine warranty for non regulated engines found in the Ope...

Page 18: ...e at 1 800 233 3723 EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD 1000 HOURS Briggs Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Warranty Provisions The following are specific provisions relative to your Emissions Control Warranty Coverage It is in addition to the B S engine warranty for non regulated engines found in the Operating Maintenance Instructions 1 Warranted Parts Coverage under this warranty extends only to th...

Page 19: ...e Distributor or the Factory decides that the claim is justified the customer will be fully reimbursed for those items that are defective To avoid misunderstanding which might occur between the customer and the Dealer listed below are some of the causes of engine failure that the warranty does not cover Normal wear Engines like all mechanical devices need periodic parts service and replacement to ...

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