Vanguard 61E400, Operator'S Manual

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General Information
This manual contains safety information so that you will know the hazards and risks
related to this engine and how to prevent them. It also contains instructions for the
correct use and maintenance of the engine. Because Briggs & Stratton does not know
what equipment this engine will power, it is important that you read, understand, and
obey these instructions. Save these original instructions for future reference.
NOTE: The figures and illustrations in this manual are for reference only and can be
different from your model. If you need help, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
For replacement parts or technical help, record the date of purchase, engine model,
type, trim, and the engine serial number. These numbers are located on your engine.
Refer to the Features and Controls section.
Date of Purchase
Engine Model - Type - Trim
Engine Serial Number
European Office Contact Information
For questions related to European emissions, contact our European office at:
Max-Born-Straße 2, 68519 Viernheim, Germany.
European Union (EU) Stage V (5): Carbon
Dioxide (CO2) Values
Enter CO2 in the search window on BriggsandStratton.com to find carbon dioxide values
of Briggs & Stratton EU Type-Approval Certificate engines.
Recycling Information
Recycle all cartons, boxes, used oil, and batteries as
specified by government regulations.
Operator Safety
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol identifies safety information about hazards that could
result in personal injury. A signal word ( DANGER , WARNING , or CAUTION ) is used to
indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol
is used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important but not hazard-related.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Safety information about
hazards that can result in
personal injury.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before
operating or servicing the
unit.
Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard
Shock Hazard Toxic Fume Hazard
Hot Surface Hazard Noise Hazard - Ear
protection recommended
for extended use.
Thrown Object Hazard -
Wear eye protection.
Explosion Hazard
Frostbite Hazard Kickback Hazard
Amputation Hazard -
Moving Parts
Chemical Hazard
Thermal Heat Hazard Corrosive Hazard
Safety Messages
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline 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);
motorbikes; hovercraft; aircraft products; or vehicles used in competitive events not
sanctioned by Briggs & Stratton. For information about competitive racing products, see
www.briggsracing.com. For use with utility and side-by-side ATVs, please contact Briggs
& Stratton Power Application Center, 1-866-927-3349. Incorrect engine use could result
in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
When you add fuel
• Stop the engine. Before you remove the fuel cap, wait a minimum of two (2)
minutes to make sure that the engine is cool.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors or in an area that has good airflow.
• Do not put too much fuel in the tank. For expansion of the fuel, do not fill above
the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition
sources.
• Frequently examine the fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel cap, and connections for cracks
or leaks. Replace damaged parts.
• If fuel spills, wait until it dries before you start the engine.
When you start the engine
• Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are
correctly installed.
• Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
• If the engine is flooded, set the choke (if equipped) to the OPEN or RUN
position. Move the throttle (if equipped) to the FAST position and crank until the
engine starts.
• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in the area, do not start the engine.
• Because vapors are flammable, do not use pressurized starter fluids.
When you operate the equipment
• Do not tilt the engine or the equipment at an angle which causes fuel to spill.
• Do not choke the carburetor (if equipped) to stop the engine.
• Do not start or operate the engine with the air cleaner (if equipped) or the air
filter (if equipped) removed.
When you do maintenance
• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty. If it is not
empty, fuel leakage can occur and could result a fire or an explosion.
• During maintenance if it is necessary to tilt the unit, make sure that the fuel tank,
if mounted on the engine, is empty and that the spark plug side is up. If the fuel
tank is not empty, leakage can occur and could result a fire or an explosion.
• Frequently examine the fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel cap, and connections for cracks
or leaks. Replace damaged parts.
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