Vanguard 470000 Series, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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Model Series
Covered in
This Manual
470000
540000
Operating & Maintenance
Instructions
Model Type Code
Month Day Year
Note: General Model Series numbers noted above are inclusive of the specific model
number found on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in
the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Emission Information 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 3-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Information 5-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel and Coolant 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 11-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and Service & Storage 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Information 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of
these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor
bikes, fun/recreational go-karts, aircraft products or vehicles
intended for use in competitive events. Use of these engines in
such applications could result in property damage, serious
injury (including paralysis), or even death.
Need assistance? Go to
www.briggsandstratton.com
for detailed information regarding Briggs & Stratton engines.
Or call,
1-800-233-3723
, (U.S.A. and Canada)
to hear a menu of pre-recorded messages
offering engine maintenance information.
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Copyright 2004 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation FORM NO. 275723-7/04