Engine Model:
Briggs & Stratton
Classic,
450 and 500 Series
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31 of 32 B&S Classic, 450 and 500 Series Selfhelp
Guide 2011, Issue 1.0
11 Maintenance and Storage
Regular and careful maintenance is essential to preserve original performance
and safety levels of the engine. Always store the mower in a dry place. Please
also refer to the Engine Routine Maintenance information for additional help.
Key maintenance and storage information (all engines):
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
to ensure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
Regular routine maintenance
is essential for safety and
performance.
2. Never store the mower
with fuel in the tank inside a building where vapour
may reach a flame or a spark or a source of extreme heat.
3. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in an enclosed space.
4. To reduce the fire hazard
, keep the engine, exhaust silencer, battery
compartment (if fitted) and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease. Do not leave containers of grass cuttings in rooms.
5. Check the stone guard and grass collector
frequently for wear and
deterioration.
6. If the fuel tank has to be drained
, this should be done outside and when the
engine is cool.
7. Wear strong work gloves
while removing or assembling the blade.
8. Keep the blade balanced during sharpening.
All operations on the blade
(dismantling, sharpening, balancing, remounting and/or replacing) require a
certain familiarity and (in some cases) special tools. For safety reasons these
tasks are best carried out by one of our authorised service dealers.
9. For safety reasons, DO NOT use the equipment with worn or damaged
parts.
Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Use genuine spare parts
only. Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and
be dangerous for your safety.
If the lawnmower is to be stored for more than 30 days (e.g. over the winter
period), drain the fuel from the tank or allow the engine to run until it runs out
of fuel. This should always be done outdoors. To empty the fuel from the
engine, see section 4 Starting the engine, sub-section B.
