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MAINTENANCE
Refer to your BRIGGS & STRATTON owners’ manual for engine information
1. Adding oil to a new unit
5. Starting a warm engine
2. Adding fuel
6. Engine Maintenance
3. Starting a NEW engine
7. Engine Adjustments
4. Starting and Stopping
8. Service and Storage
9. Engine Warranty
Periodic Maintenance Chart
WARNING:
Accidental engine starting can cause injury. Always remove the spark plug before
servicing the engine to prevent accidental starting.
LACK OF MAINTENANCE OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE CAN RESULT IN INJURY. MODIFYING
PARTS IN ANY MANNER OR REMOVING ANY PART OF THIS UNIT CAN RESULT IN INJURY. USE
OF NON-CONFORMING PARTS OR COMPONENTS CAN RESULT IN INJURY.
AFTER EVERY SEASON OR
MAINTENANCE
EACH
FIRST
EVERY
EVERY
USE
10 HOURS
25 HOURS
50 HOURS
Change oil*
n
*
Check and replenish fuel
n
Check and replenish oil
n
Check bolts, nuts and screws for looseness
and loss
n
Check throttle lever operation
n
Check engine switch operation
n
Check guard assembly condition
n
Clean/replace in-tank fuel filter
n
Clean air filter element
n
Tighten bolts, nuts and screws
n
n
Clean spark plug and adjust electrode gap
n
Remove dust and dirt from cylinder fins
n
Remove carbon deposits in the exhaust
muffler
n
Clean spark arrester screen
n
Check gear case assembly lubrication
n
Check drive shaft lubrication
n
Check valve clearance
n
*Change engine oil after first 4 hours of use. Please refer to the engine manual for more details.
NOTE:
The service intervals indicated are to be used as a guide. Service to be performed more frequently as
necessary by operating condition.
These items must be performed with proper tools.
See your authorized dealer for service.