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Specifications

Specifications and Service Parts

MODELS: 44J677, 44X977

Displacement

49.42 ci (810 cc)

Bore

3.300 in (83,81 mm)

Stroke

2.890 in (73,41 mm)

Oil Capacity

66 - 68 oz (1,9 - 2 L)

Spark Plug Gap

.030 in (,76 mm)

Spark Plug Torque

180 lb-in (180 Nm)

Armature Air Gap

.008 - .012 in (,20 - ,30 mm)

Intake Valve Clearance

.004 - .006 in (,10 - ,15 mm)

Exhaust Valve Clearance

.004 - .006 in (,10 - ,15 mm)

Engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level

and 1% for each 10°F (5.6°C) above 77°F (25°C). The engine will operate satisfactorily

at an angle up to 15°. Refer to the equipment operator's manual for safe permitted

operating limits on slopes.

MODELS: 44J677, 44X977

Service Part

Part Number

Air Filter, Paper (See Figure 14)

796031

Air Filter, Pre-Cleaner (See Figure 14)

797704

Oil - SAE 30

100028

Oil Filter

795890

Resistor Spark Plug / EMS

792015

Spark Plug Wrench

19576S

Spark Tester

We recommend that you see a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for all maintenance

and servicing of the engine and engine parts.

Power Ratings

The gross power rating for individual gasoline engine models is labeled in accordance

with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 Small Engine Power & Torque

Rating Procedure, and is rated in accordance with SAE J1995. Torque values are

derived at 2600 RPM for those engines with “rpm” called out on the label and 3060 RPM

for all others; horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPM. The gross power curves

can be viewed at www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM. Net power values are taken with

exhaust and air cleaner installed whereas gross power values are collected without

these attachments. Actual gross engine power will be higher than net engine power and

is affected by, among other things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-engine

variability. Given the wide array of products on which engines are placed, the gasoline

engine may not develop the rated gross power when used in a given piece of power

equipment. This difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the

variety of engine components (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel

pump, etc.), application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity,

altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations,

Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this engine. 

Warranty

Briggs & Stratton Emissions Warranty

California, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton, LLC Emissions Control Warranty -

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

For Briggs & Stratton Engine Models with "F" Trim Designation (Model-Type-

Trim Representation xxxxxx xxxx Fx)

The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are

pleased to explain the exhaust and evaporative emissions (“emissions”) control system

warranty on your 2021-2023 engine. In California, new equipment that use small off-

road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-

smog standards. B&S must warrant the emissions control system on your engine/

equipment for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse,

neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine or equipment leading to

the failure of the emissions control system.
Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-

injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines (for liquid

fuel and fuel vapors), fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters, clamps and other associated

components. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors, and other emission-

related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, B&S will repair your engine/equipment at no cost

to you including diagnosis, parts, and labor.

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage:

The exhaust and evaporative emissions control system on your engine/equipment

is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission-related part on your engine/

equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by B&S.

Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:

As the engine/equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of

the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual.  B&S recommends

that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your engine, but B&S

cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure

to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

As the engine/equipment owner, you should however be aware that B&S may

deny you warranty coverage if your engine/equipment or a part has failed due

to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your engine/equipment to a B&S

distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The

warranty repairs shall be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not

to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty rights

and responsibilities, you should contact B&S at 1-800-444-7774 (in USA) or

BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM.

Briggs & Stratton 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 Operator’s Manual.

1. Warranted Emissions Parts

Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below (the emissions

control systems parts) to the extent these parts were present on the B&S engine

and/or B&S supplied fuel system.

a. Fuel Metering System

• Cold start enrichment system (soft choke)
• Carburetor or fuel injection system
• Oxygen sensor
• Electronic control unit
• Fuel pump module
• Fuel line (for liquid fuel and fuel vapors), fuel line fittings, clamps
• Fuel tank, cap and tether
• Carbon canister and mounting bracket
• Pressure relief valves
• Liquid/Vapor separator

b. Air Induction System

• Air cleaner
• Intake manifold
• Purge and vent line

c. Ignition System

• Spark plug(s)
• Magneto ignition system

d. Catalyst System

• Catalytic converter
• Exhaust manifold
• Air injection system or pulse value

e. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems

• Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches
• Connectors and assemblies
• Electronic controls

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Summary of Contents for 44J677

Page 1: ...44J677 44X977 Operator s Manual Briggs Stratton All rights reserved 80107657 Revision A N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 2: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 3: ...9 10 11 12 13 14 15 3 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 4: ... engine exhaust which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov WARNING Briggs Stratton Engines are not designed for and are not to be used to power fun karts go karts children s recreational or sport all terrain vehicles ATVs m...

Page 5: ...rect coupled equipment components such as but not limited to blades impellers pulleys and sprockets are correctly attached WARNING Rotating parts can entangle hands feet hair clothing or accessories and result in traumatic amputation or laceration Operate equipment with the guards correctly installed Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Remove jewelry and make sure that long hair is away f...

Page 6: ... in damage to engine components which will not be repaired under the warranty To protect the fuel system from gum formation and corrosion mix an alcohol free fuel stabilizer and ethanol treatment into the fuel Refer to the Storage section All fuel is not the same If start or performance problems occur change fuel providers or brands This engine is certified to operate on gasoline The emissions con...

Page 7: ...e in the FAST position 5 Move the choke control C Figure 6 or the combination choke and throttle B C to the CLOSED position NOTE To start the engine with a dry fuel system additional cranking time in the choke position will be required This will give the fuel pump time to prime the fuel system 6 Push the stop switch D Figure 6 if installed to the ON position 7 Turn the key switch E Figure 6 to the...

Page 8: ... or the spark arrester if equipped and inspect for damage or carbon blockage If damage is found install the replacement parts before you operate the equipment WARNING Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same position as the original parts Other parts could result in damage or an injury Change Engine Oil WARNING Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive Fire or e...

Page 9: ...d the muffler if equipped free of combustible debris 4 Make sure the oil cooler fins if equipped are clean After a period of time the cylinder cooling fins can collect debris and cause the engine to overheat This unwanted material cannot be removed without partial disassembly of the engine Have a Briggs Stratton Authorized Service Dealer inspect and clean the air cooling system as recommended in t...

Page 10: ...system on your engine equipment for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small off road engine or equipment leading to the failure of the emissions control system Your emissions control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines for liquid...

Page 11: ...ified to be emissions compliant for 300 hours of actual engine running time Engines greater than 80 cc displacement are certified to be emissions compliant for 500 hours of actual engine running time For example a typical walk behind lawn mower is used 20 to 25 hours per year Therefore the Emissions Durability Period of an engine with an intermediate rating would equate to 10 to 12 years Briggs St...

Page 12: ...ranty claims shall be filed according to the provisions of the B S engine warranty policy Warranty coverage does not apply to failures of emissions parts that are not original equipment B S parts or to parts that fail due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance as set forth in the B S engine warranty policy B S is not liable for warranty coverage of failures of emissions parts caused by the use o...

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