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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance will improve the performance and
extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs &
Stratton Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs &
Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as well,
may damage the engine, and may result in injury.
 In
addition, use of other parts may void your warranty.

EMISSION CONTROL

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain no charge repairs under the terms and
provisions of the Briggs & Stratton warranty statement, any
service or emission control part repair or replacement must
be performed by a factory authorized dealer.

Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below.

Task

Perform task at hourly

or calendar interval, 

whichever comes first.

Check oil level

4

Change oil

4

*

Change oil filter
(if equipped)

4

Service air cleaner
pre-cleaner

4

*

*

Service air cleaner
cartridge

4

*

*

Inspect spark arrester 
(if equipped)

4

Clean cooling system

4

*

*

Clean/replace
spark plugs

4

Clean/replace in-line
fuel filter (if equipped)

4

Check valve clearance

4

*

Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every
50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours
when operating the engine under heavy load or in high
temperatures.

** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when

airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if
very dirty.

CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product.
Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with
household waste. Check with your local authorities,
service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling
facilities.

CHANGING OIL

WARNING

[1]

Place engine level.

[2]

Disconnect spark plug
wires and keep away
from spark plugs. Dis-
connect battery (if equip-
ped with electric starter)
at negative terminal.

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

Typical

drain plug

PIPE

[3]

With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain
plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

[4]

Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick.

[5]

Fill to FULL mark on dipstick with new oil.
Do not overfill.

Note: Engine holds approximately 1-1/2 quarts
(48 ounces or 1.4 liters) when changing oil and filter.

[6]

Replace dipstick.

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Страница 1: ...ng and Stopping 9 10 Maintenance 11 14 Adjustments 14 15 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 aircraft products or vehicles intended for use in competitive events Use of these engines in such applications could result in property damage serious injury incl...

Страница 2: ...atton Corporation Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board CARB Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index Briggs Stratton makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels The E...

Страница 3: ...dition a hazard symbol may be 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 might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that ...

Страница 4: ...NT Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill Do not choke carburetor to stop engine WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut off valve OFF WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoli...

Страница 5: ...ifornia requires this Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal land WARNING Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands feet hair clothing or accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result Operate equipment with guards in place Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jew...

Страница 6: ...is engine is warranted solely according to the product and emissions warranties stated elsewhere in this manual MODEL SERIES 290000 and 300000 Bore 2 68 in 68 mm Stroke 2 60 in 66 mm Displacement 29 3 cu in 480 cc MODEL SERIES 350000 Bore 2 83 in 72 mm Stroke 2 76 in 70 mm Displacement 34 7 cu in 570 cc Note For practical operation the horsepower loading should not exceed 85 of rated horsepower En...

Страница 7: ...AUTION Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines The use of non synthetic multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc in temperatures above 40 F 4 C will result in higher than normal oil consumption When using a multi viscosity oil check oil level more frequently CAUTION SAE 30 oil if used below 40 F 4 C will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to inadequate lubricati...

Страница 8: ...emoving gas cap 4 Remove cap Fill tank to approximately 1 1 2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion Be careful not to overfill Briggs Stratton Smart fill fuel can fills to the correct level and automatically shuts off reducing spills and emissions 5 Replace cap before starting STARTING WARNING Do not use pressurized starting fluids Vapors are flammable OIL PRESSURE SWITCH If engine ...

Страница 9: ...n pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback 7 Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Move choke control lever toward RUN a short dis tance at a time over sev eral seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather Let engine run smoothly before each change Operate with choke in RUN WARNING STOP RUN Î Î TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION Do not stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE Backfire fire or eng...

Страница 10: ...short starting cycles 5 seconds maximum then wait one minute Follow equipment manufacturer s recommendations for charging battery 7 Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Move choke control lever toward RUN a short dis tance at a time over sev eral seconds in warm weather or minutes in cold weather Let engine run smoothly before each change Operate with choke in RUN STOP RUN TO STOP ENGINE 1 Move throt...

Страница 11: ...pect spark arrester if equipped 4 Clean cooling system 4 Clean replace spark plugs 4 Clean replace in line fuel filter if equipped 4 Check valve clearance 4 Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use then every 50 hours or every season Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is pres...

Страница 12: ... is normal continue to operate engine Note Oil pressure gauge if engine is equipped is supplied by manufacturer of equipment AIR CLEANER All engines have a round air cleaner cartridge In addition some engines have a pre cleaner CLEANING PRE CLEANERS AND CARTRIDGES CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge Pressurized air can damage cartridge solvents will dissolve cartridge...

Страница 13: ...rk arrestor screen remove screen for inspection Replace screen if damaged or plugged WARNING FUEL SYSTEM Replacement parts for fuel system cap hoses tanks filters etc must be the same as original parts otherwise fire can occur WARNING FUEL FILTER IF EQUIPPED PART NO 493629 WITH FUEL PUMP PART NO 298090 or 5018 WITHOUT FUEL PUMP ÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎ Î Î Î Î ÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎ FILTER FILTER 1 Disconnect spark plug wir...

Страница 14: ...R GUARD ROTATING SCREEN Î Î Î ÎÎ Linkage Springs and Controls CLEAN Muffler and Spark Arrester CLEAN SPARK ARRESTER ADJUSTMENTS CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Prevent unintentional starting Before performing adjustments Remove spark plug wires from spark plugs Disconnect battery at negative terminal only engines with electric start TO ADJUST REMOTE CHOKE CONTROL 1 Remove air cleaner 2 Move choke cont...

Страница 15: ...d hold it 3 Turn idle speed screw to obtain 1300 to 1500 rpm 4 While still holding carburetor throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture valve with limiter cap screw midway between limits 1 Readjust the idle speed to 1200 rpm if governed idle spring is red or 900 rpm if governed idle spring is white 2 Release carburetor throttle lever Move throttle control to FAST position Engine sh...

Страница 16: ...ervice Technicians Look for these signs wherever Briggs Stratton service is offered You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs Stratton Service Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site www briggsandstratton com or in the Yellow Pages directory under Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines or Lawn Mowers or similar category An illustrated shop manual includes com mon specifications and deta...

Страница 17: ...ct a B S Service Representative at 1 414 259 5262 The emission warranty is a defects warranty Defects are judged on normal engine performance The warranty is not related to an in use emission test Briggs Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage It is in addition to the B S engine warranty...

Страница 18: ...uel Use clean fresh lead free gasoline and Briggs Stratton gasoline stabilizer Part No 5041 4 Parts which are scored or broken because an engine was operated with insufficient or contaminated lubricating oil or an incorrect grade of lubricating oil check oil level daily or after every 8 hours of operation Refill when necessary and change at recommended intervals OIL GARD may not shut down running ...

Страница 19: ...r consequential dam ages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Briggs Stratton Corporation F P Stratton Jr Chairman and Chief Executive Officer WARRANTY PERIOD WITHIN U S A AND CANADA OUTSIDE U S A AND CANADA ENGINES CONSUMER USE COMMERCIAL USE CONSUMER USE COMMERCIA...

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