Briggs & Stratton VANGUARD 610000 User's Manual
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1. Air cleaner standard Air cleaner optional Front panel standard Front panel with controls optional Throttle control optional Choke control optional Key switch optional Carburetor LPG or NG fuel mixer Fuel pump Breather Spark plug Engine Model no label Oil pressure sensor Oil filter Oil cooler Oil drain plug Rotating screen Oil level dipstick Oil fill cap Regulator or rectifier Electric starter Remote throttle locations Muffler Safety Information WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death WHEN ADDING FUEL e Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap e Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area e Do not overfill fuel tank e Keep gasoline away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources e Check fuel lines tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary WHEN STARTING ENGINE e Make sure spark plug muffler fuel cap and air cleaner are in place e Do not crank engine with spark plug removed e If fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine e f engine floods set choke to OPEN RUN position place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT e Do not choke carburetor to stop engine WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT2. cm weed VENE REM 19368 Oil pump RR emi 5056 uses standard electric drill to remove oil from engine quickly An illustrated shop manual includes common specifications and detailed information covering adjustment tune up and repair of Briggs amp Stratton engines It is available for purchase from an Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer or you can order it from WWW briggsandstratton com 15 Specifications We recommend that you use an authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts Use only genuine Briggs amp Straton parts In the state of California Model 540000 and 610000 engines are certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions standards for 1000 hours Such certification does not grant the purchaser owner or operator of this engine any additional warranties with respect to the performance or operational life of this engine This engine is warranted solely according to the product and emissions warranties stated elsewhere in this manual Model 540000 BONG C 3 36 in 85 5 mm SOKE 3 07 in 78 mm Displacement 54 6 cu in 895 cc Model 610000 BONG Sed a gara 3 36 in 85 5 mm Stroke 3 040 in 86 5 mm Displacement 60 59 cu in 993 cc Tune up Specifications Armature air gap 0
3. Operator s Manual 00 THE POWER WITHIN Model 540000 Vanguard Model 610000 Vanguard Copyright Briggs amp Stratton Corporation Milwaukee Wisconsin 53201 U S A Form No 277112 9 06 Printed in U S A BRIGGSandSTRATTON com Safety References The safety alert symbol A is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury A signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury In addition 5 in symbol may be used to represent the type of azard A DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A 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 could result in damage to the engine A 111 This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with engines and how to avoid them Because Briggs amp Stratton does not necessarily know what equipment this engine will power it is important that you read and understand these instructions and the instructions for the equipment this engine powers Table of Contents Safety References 2 Em 3
4. Safety Information 4 5 enn 6 Elli suf ath UE RUE RUE UR 7 Starting and Stopping 8 Maintenances isse or rr mehr RR 9 13 sor M 14 SetViCe cc usensnebenerr beens Medea renewed 15 Specifications and Emission Information 16 Warranty 17 Hot Surface Fuel Shutoff 19 Toxic Fumes On Off SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENGINE 4577 Oi Kickback ag Fuel 54 Moving Parts x Choke amp ce Shock Stop Wear Eye Protec 43 Slow tion Frostbite e Fast WARNING Briggs amp 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 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CAUTION This engine is shipped from Briggs amp Stratton without oil If you start the engine without oil the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty Features
5. 005 0 008 in 0 13 0 20 mm Spark plug 0 030 in 0 76 mm Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 1 4 in 6 mm past top dead center check when engine is cold Intake 0 004 0 006 in 0 10 0 15 mm Exhaust 0 004 0 006 in 0 10 0 15 mm Note Engine power will decrease 3 1 2 for each 1 000 feet 300 meters above sea level and 196 for each 10 F 5 6 C above 77 F 25 C It will operate satisfactorily at an angle up to 15 Refer to the equipment operator manual for safe allowable operating limits on slopes Model Type and Code Number To get replacement parts or technical assistance in the future write your engine Model Type and Code number along with the date of purchase here These numbers are located on your engine For the location see page with Engine Features Model Type Code Date of Purchase 16 Technical Information Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power amp Torque Rating Procedure and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 Revision 2002 05 Actual gross engine power will be lower and is affected by among other things ambient operating conditions an
6. TO DETERMINE THE WARRANTY PERIOD Briggs amp Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents Design D 247 177 Other Patents Pending 6 691 683 6 520 141 6 325 036 6 145 487 6 012 420 5 803 035 5 548 955 5 243 878 5 138 996 4 875 448 D 476 629 6 647 942 6 495 267 6 311 663 6 142 257 5 992 367 5 765 713 5 546 901 5 235 943 5 086 890 4 819 593 D 457 891 6 622 683 6 494 175 6 284 123 6 135 426 5 904 124 5 732 555 5 445 014 5 234 038 5 070 829 4 720 638 D 368 187 6 615 787 6 472 790 6 263 852 6 116 212 5 894 715 5 645 025 5 503 125 5 228 487 5 058 544 4 719 682 D 375 963 6 617 725 6 460 502 6 260 529 6 105 548 5 887 678 5 642 701 5 501 203 5 197 426 5 040 644 4 633 556 D 309 457 6 603 227 6 456 515 6 242 828 6 347 614 5 852 951 5 628352 5 497 679 5 197 425 5 009 208 4 630 498 0 372 871 6 595 897 6 382 166 6 239 709 6 082 323 5 843 345 5 619 845 5 320 795 5 197 422 4 996 956 4 522 080 D 361 771 6 595 176 6 369 532 6 237 555 6 077 063 5 823 153 5 606 948 5 301 643 5 191 864 4 977 879 4 520 288 0 356 951 6 584 964 6 356 003 6 230 678 6 064 027 5 819 513 5 606 851 5 271 363 5 188 069 4 977 877 4 512 499 0 309 457 6 557 833 6 349 688 6 213 083 6 040 767 5 813 384 5 605 130 5 269 713 5 186 142 4 971 219 4 453 507 0 308 872 6 542 074 6 347 614 6 202 616 6 014 808 5 809 958 5 497 679 5 265 700 5 150 674 4 895 119 4 430 984 0 308 871 19 BRIGGSSSTRATTON THE POWER WITHIN
7. plug every 100 hours Replace the spark plug if upon inspection the electrode is burned or worn Ensure the spark plug is clean Check the gap O with a wire gauge and reset to 76 mm or 0 030 in if necessary Use only Briggs amp Stratton Spark Tester part number 19368 to check for spark Note In some areas local law requires using resistor spark plug to suppress ignition signals If this engine was originally equipped with resistor spark plug use same type for replacement Fuel Filter WARNING Drain fuel tank or close fuel shut off valve before replacing fuel filter Otherwise fuel can leak out creating a fire explosion hazard Valve Clearance Check valve clearance on NG and LPG engines every 100 hours On gasoline engines check valve clearance every 250 hours Muffler Fuel System WARNING e Replacement parts for muffler and fuel system cap hoses tanks filters etc must be the same and installed in the same position as original parts otherwise fire can occur 12 When replacing fuel filter ensure clamps are tight and fuel flows into the same direction as the arrow marked FLOW Cleaning Debris Daily or before every use clean accumulated debris from engine Remove front panel to reveal carburetor Clean around intake manifold fuel pump and carburetor Keep linkage spring and controls clean Clean WARNING
8. SORE In California new small off road engines model year 2006 and later must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Elsewhere in the United States new non road spark ignition engines certified for model year 1997 and later must meet similar standards set forth by the U S EPA B amp S must warrant the emissions control system on your engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small off road engine Your emissions control system includes parts such as the carburetor air cleaner ignition system fuel line muffler and catalytic converter Also included may be connectors and other emissions related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists B amp S will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor Briggs amp Stratton Emissions Control Defects Warranty Coverage Small off road engines are warranted relative to emissions control parts defects for a period of two years subject to provisions set forth below If any covered part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by B amp S Owner s Warranty Responsibilities As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operating and Maintenance Instructions B amp S recommends that you retain all your receipts covering maintenance
9. acceptable oil at all temperatures Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil change intervals Adding Oil 1 First add 67 oz 2 liters 2 Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds See Starting Instructions 3 Shutengine off and wait 30 seconds 4 Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL Checking Oil Level e Check oil level before starting the engine Keep oil level at FULL Do not overfill e Check level daily or after every eight 8 hours of operation 1 Place engine level and clean around oil filler plug 2 Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth 3 Push dipstick back in and remove to check oil level Oil level should be at FULL line on dipstick 4 foil is needed add slowly 5 Fill to FULL line on dipstick re check 6 Replace dipstick firmly Cil Pressure If oil pressure drops below 1 4 psi 0 1 0 2 kg cm oil pressure switch if engine is equipped will either activate a warning device or stop the engine Check oil level with dipstick If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on dipstick do not try to restart engine Contact an Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer Do not operate engine until oil pressure is corrected If oil level is below ADD mark on dipstick add oil to bring level to FULL mark Restart engine and check oil pressure If pressure is normal continue to operate engine Note Oil pressure gauge
10. actual engine running time Intermediate Engine is certified to be emission compliant for 250 hours of actual engine running time Extended Engine is certified to be emission compliant for 500 hours of actual engine running time For example a typical walk behind lawn mower is used 20 to 25 hours per year Therefore the Emissions Durability Period of an engine with an intermediate rating would equate to 10 to 12 years Certain Briggs amp Stratton engines will be certified to meet the United States Environmental Protection Agency USEPA Phase 2 emission standards For Phase 2 certified engines the Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements For engines less than 225 cc displacement Category C 125 hours Category B 250 hours Category A 500 hours For engines of 225 cc or more displacement Category C 250 hours Category B 500 hours Category A 1000 hours Warranty Information Briggs amp Stratton Corporation B amp S the California Air Resources Board CARB and the United States Environmental Protection Agency U S EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement Owner s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board CARB U S EPA and B amp S are pleased to explain the Emissions Control System Warranty on your small off road engine
11. ation e Do not tamper with governor spring links or other parts to increase engine speed When testing for spark e Use approved spark plug tester e Do not check for spark with spark plug removed Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below Task Every 8 Hours 50 Perform task at hourly or Daily Hours or calendar interval whichever comes first Check Oil Level and for Oil Leaks Clean Spark Arrestor if equipped Change Oil and Oil Filter Clean Air Cleaner On NG LPG Engines Valve Clearance On Gasoline Engines Check Valve Clearance Check Battery Electrolyte Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Change Fuel Filter Replace Safety Filter Cartridge Change Spark Plugs 100 250 400 600 Yearly Hours Hours Hours Hours GClean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present Replace air cleaner if very dirty Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use then every 100 hours Change oil every 50 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures Check valve clearance after first 50 hours of use then every 250 hours on gasoline powered engines Changing Oil and Oil Filter Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use then every 100 hours Change oil every 50 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures 1 With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle Rein
12. aught WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Unintentional start up can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration Before performing maintenance or repairs e Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug e Disconnect battery at negative terminal only engines with electric start Use only correct tools Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may later shatter during operation Do nottamper with governor spring links or other parts to increase engine speed When testing for spark e Use approved spark plug tester e Do not check for spark with spark plug removed AX WARNING Running engines produce heat Engine parts especially muffler become extremely hot Severe thermal burns can occur on contact CL Combustible debris such as leaves grass brush etc can catch fire e Allow muffler engine cylinder and fins to cool before touching e Remove accumulated debris from muffler area and cylinder area e Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using equipment on forest covered grass covered brush covered unimproved land The state of California requires this Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply
13. d engine to engine variability Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment the gas engine will not develop the rated gross power when used in a given piece of power equipment actual on site or net horsepower This difference is due to a variety of factors including but not limited to accessories air cleaner exhaust charging cooling carburetor fuel pump etc application limitations ambient operating conditions temperature humidity altitude and engine to engine variability Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations Briggs amp Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine Emission Information 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 amp Stratton makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels The engine emission label will indicate certification information The Emissions Durability Period describes the number of hours of actual running time for which the engine is certified to be emissions compliant assuming proper maintenance in accordance with the Operating amp Maintenance Instructions The following categories are used Moderate Engine is certified to be emission compliant for 125 hours of
14. d to ON or RUN Insert key and turn to START 7 Let engine warm up p gud o m Note If choke equipped slowly adjust toward RUN position Wait until engine runs smoothly before each choke adjustment e Allow engine to warm up several seconds to several minutes depending on outside temperature e Gradually open choke e For maximum performance and life operate engine with choke in OPEN and throttle in FAST Liquid Propane Gas LPG Natural Gas NG Powered Engines 1 Insert key and turn to START 2 Letengine warm up CAUTION battery Use short starting cycles 5 seconds wait one minute between cycles Follow equipment manufacturer s recommendations for charging CAUTION EXCEED this speed The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies top speed at which the engine will be operated DO NOT Stopping 777 A WARNING e Do not stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE Backfire fire or engine damage could occur BRIGGSSSTRATTON Move throttle to SLOW if equipped 2 key to OFF Remove key and store out of reach of children 3 Push rocker switch if equipped to OFF or STOP 4 Close fuel shut off valve if equipped Need assistance 1 800 233 3723 USA and Canada ONLY Pre recorded message www briggsandstratton com Maintenance Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend th
15. e Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris CAUTION Do not use water to clean engine parts Water could contaminate fuel system Low pressure compressed air may be used Clean Clean inside the cover 13 Storage If engine is stored over 30 days prepare as follows 1 To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts If fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated gasoline gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether run engine until it stops from lack of fuel If fuel tank contains gasoline either run engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive If you use a gasoline additive run the engine for several minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor Then engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months 2 While engine is still warm change oil 3 Remove spark plugs and pour about 1 oz 30 ml of engine oil into each cylinder Replace spark plugs and crank slowly to distribute oil 4 Clean engine of surface debris chaff or grass 14 77 WARNING When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in the tank e Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters or other appliances that have a pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors When Transporting Equipment e Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut off va
16. e Transport with fuel tank EMPTY WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK e Store away from furnaces stoves water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors WARNING Starting engine creates sparking Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases Explosion and fire could result e fthere is natural or LP gas leakage in area do not start engine e Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable AX WARNING Gaseous fuels such as liquid petroleum gas LPG and natural gas NG are extremely flammable and can readily form explosive air vapor mixtures at moderate temperatures IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOT start the engine DO NOT actuate any electrical switches DO NOT use the phone in the vicinity e Evacuate the area e Contact the gas supplier or fire department REMEMBER e LPG vapor is heavier than air and tends to collect in low areas NG vapor is lighter then air and tends to collect in high areas Both may travel to remote locations e Keep all flames sparks pilot lights and other ignition sources away from the area where the engine is operated or repaired e DO NOT smoke when operating or repairing the engine DO NOT store gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the engine e BEFORE doing any service work to the e
17. e life of the engine See any Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Dealer for service Use only genuine Briggs amp 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 amp Stratton warranty statement any service or emission control part repair or replacement must be performed by a factory authorized dealer WARNING Wear eye protection when doing repair work Frostbite can result from skin eye contact with leaking LP liquid e Installation adjustment and repair work should be done by a qualified technician AK WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Unintentional start up can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration Before performing maintenance or repairs e Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug e Disconnect battery at negative terminal only engines with electric start e Use only correct tools e Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may later shatter during oper
18. erage shall be excluded for failures of Warranted Parts which are not original B amp S parts or because of abuse neglect or improper maintenance as set forth in the B amp S Engine Warranty Policy B amp S is not liable to cover failures of Warranted Parts caused by the use of add on non original or modified parts 5 Maintenance Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted as to defects for the warranty period Any Warranted Part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted as to defects only for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement for that part Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of any maintenance or repairs The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the B amp S Operating and Maintenance Instructions 6 Consequential Coverage Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any engine components caused by the failure of any Warranted Part still under warranty 17 ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY Briggs amp Stratton welcomes warranty repair and apologizes to you for being inconvenienced Any Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty repairs Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for war
19. his warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country WARRANTY TERMS Brand Product Type Consumer Use Commercial Use Vanguard 2 years 2 years Extended Life Series 2 years 1 year or Intek I C Intek Pro 2 years 180 days Kerosene Fuel Operated Engines 1 year 90 days All Other Briggs amp Stratton Engines 2 years 90 days Engines used on Home Standby Generator applications are warranted under consumer use only This warranty does not apply to engines on equipment used for prime power in place of a utility Engines used in competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warranted The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user and continues for the period of time stated in the table above Consumer use means personal residential household use by a retail consumer Commercial use means all other uses including use for commercial income producing or rental purposes Once an engine has experienced commercial use it shall thereafter be considered as a commercial use engine for purposes of this warranty NO WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS amp STRATTON PRODUCTS SAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE RECEIPT IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF THE INITIAL PURCHASE DATE AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURING DATE OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE USED
20. if engine is equipped is supplied by manufacturer of equipment Fuel Gasoline Powered Engines Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used within 30 days For engine protection use Briggs amp Stratton Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Dealer Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol Do not mix oil with gasoline This engine is certified to operate on gasoline Exhaust Emission Control System EM Engine Modifications Adding Fuel 1 2 Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap Remove cap Fill tank to approximately 1 1 2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion Be careful not to overfill Replace cap before starting CAUTION Some fuels called oxygenated or reformulated fuels are fuels blended with alcohols or ethers Excessive amounts of these blends can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems If any undesirable operating symptoms occur use gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether Liquid Propane Gas LPG Natural Gas NG Powered Engines e Use clean dry fuel free of moisture or any particulate material Using fuels outside the following recommended values may cause performance problems e In engines set to ru
21. ld start enrichment system Carburetor and internal parts Fuel pump Fuel line fuel line fittings clamps Fuel tank cap and tether Carbon canister b Air Induction System Air cleaner Intake manifold Purge and vent line nition System Spark plug s Magneto ignition system d Catalyst System e Catalytic converter Exhaust manifold e Air injection system Pulse valve e Miscellaneous Items e Vacuum temperature position time sensitive valves and switches e Connectors and assemblies 2 Length of Coverage B amp S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the Warranted Parts shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship which caused the failure of the Warranted Parts for a period of two years from the date the engine is delivered to a retail purchaser 3 No Charge Repair or replacement of any Warranted Part will be e oQ o performed at no charge to the owner including diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a Warranted Part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized B amp S Service Dealer For emissions warranty service contact your nearest Authorized B amp S Service Dealer as listed in the Yellow Pages under Engines Gasoline Gasoline Engines Lawn Mowers or similar category 4 Claims and Coverage Exclusions Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provisions of the B amp S Engine Warranty Policy Warranty cov
22. lve OFF Service See an Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer Each one carries a stock of Genuine Briggs amp Stratton Parts and is equipped with special service tools Trained mechanics assure expert repair service on all Briggs amp Stratton engines Only dealers advertising as Authorized Briggs amp Stratton are required to meet Briggs amp Stratton standards When you purchase equipment powered by a Briggs amp Stratton engine you are assured of highly skilled reliable service at more than 30 000 Authorized Service Dealers worldwide including more than 6 000 Master Service Technicians Look for these signs wherever Briggs amp Stratton service is offered A You may find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at www briggsandstratton com or by calling 1 800 233 3723 PARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS amp STRATTON PARTS PART PART NO Cyclonic air cleaner cartridge 841497 Safety filter cartridge 821136 Oval air cleaner cartridge 692519 Oval foam pre cleaner 692520 Oil zie otha 100028 OUTS 492932 Fuel filter 2 25 691035 Fuel PUMP eie eoi nme edem met 809669 Gas additive sisse rer obe s 5041 Resistor spark plug 692051 Spark plug 19374 Spark Tester
23. material that has entered the engine because of improper maintenance is not covered by warranty This warranty covers engine related defective material and or workmanship only and not replacement or refund of the equipment to which the engine may be mounted Nor does the warranty extend to repairs required because of 1 PROBLEMS CAUSED BY PARTS THAT ARE NOT ORIGINAL BRIGGS amp STRATTON PARTS 2 Equipment controls or installations that prevent starting cause unsatisfactory engine performance or shorten engine life Contact equipment manufacturer 3 Leaking carburetors clogged fuel pipes sticking valves or other damage caused by using contaminated or stale fuel Use clean fresh lead free gasoline and Briggs amp Stratton Fuel Stabilizer Part No 5041 18 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 engine Engine damage may occur if oil level is not properly maintained Read Operating amp Maintenance Instructions 5 Repair or adjustment of associated parts or assemblies such as clutches transmissions remote controls etc which are not manufactured by Briggs amp Stratton 6 Damage or wear to parts caused by dirt which entered the engi
24. n your nearest Authorized Service Dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines Lawn Mowers or similar category BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective September 1 2006 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs amp Stratton Corporation will repair or replace free of charge any part s of the engine that is defective in material or workmanship or both Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below For warranty service find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at www briggsandstratton com or by calling 1 800 233 3723 or as listed in the Yellow Pages THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM PURCHASE OR TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you T
25. n on LPG commercial grade HD5 LPG is recommended Recommended fuel composition is fuel with a minimum fuel energy of 2500 BTU s ft3 with maximum propylene content of 596 and butane and heavier gas content of 2 596 and minimum propane content of 90 e LPG or NG engines are certified to operate on liquid propane gas or natural gas Exhaust Emission Control System EM Engine Modifications Adding Fuel Read the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer for information on refueling natural or LP gas engine A WARNING 24 LPG NG Engines The equipment on which this engine is mounted is equipped with an automatic safety gas fuel lock off valve DO NOT operate the equipment if the fuel lock off valve is missing or inoperative Weather Starting Use correct type of oil for expected starting See Oil e Use fresh gasoline which has higher volatility to improve starting e Remove external equipment and engine loads See equipment operating instructions Starting Gasoline Powered Engines The controls used for starting are located on the engine or on the equipment for which it powers Read your operating manual and become familiar with the use of the controls before starting your engine 1 Check oil level Open fuel shut off valve if equipped Move choke control to CHOKE or START Move throttle if equipped to FAST Push rocker switch if equippe
26. ne because of improper air cleaner maintenance re assembly or use of a non original air cleaner element or cartridge At recommended intervals clean and re oil the Oil Foam element or the foam pre cleaner and replace the cartridge Read Operating amp Maintenance Instructions 7 Parts damaged by over speeding or overheating caused by grass debris or dirt which plugs or clogs the cooling fins or flywheel area or damage caused by operating the engine in a confined area without sufficient ventilation Clean fins on the cylinder cylinder head and flywheel at recommended intervals Read Operating amp Maintenance Instructions 8 Engine or equipment parts broken by excessive vibration caused by a loose engine mounting loose cutter blades unbalanced blades or loose or unbalanced impellers improper attachment of equipment to engine crankshaft over speeding or other abuse in operation 9 Abent or broken crankshaft caused by striking a solid object with the cutter blade of a rotary lawn mower or excessive v belt tightness 10 Routine tune up or adjustment of the engine 11 Engine or engine component failure i e combustion chamber valves valve seats valve guides or burned starter motor windings caused by the use of alternate fuels such as liquified petroleum natural gas altered gasolines etc Warranty is available only through service dealers which have been authorized by Briggs amp Stratton Corporatio
27. ngine shut off the gas supply e After initial installation or servicing check for gas leaks DO NOT use an open flame Apply very soapy water or leak test solution with a brush and look for bubbles e Keep the equipment and the area surrounding the engine free of debris e Install the fuel system according to applicable fuel gas codes wARNING Engines give off carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can Do cause nausea fainting or death e Start and run engine outdoors e Do not start or run engine in enclosed area even if doors or windows are open c WARNING Rapid retraction of starter cord kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result e When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly e Direct coupled equipment components such as but not limited to blades impellers pulleys sprockets etc must be securely attached A WARNING 5 Rotating parts can contact or en tangle hands feet hair clothing accessories Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result e Operate equipment with guards in place e Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts e Tie up long hair and remove jewelry e Do not wear loose fitting clothing dangling drawstrings or items that could become c
28. on federal land WARNING Wear eye protection when doing E e repair work Frostbite can result from skin eye contact with leaking LP liquid e Installation adjustment and repair work should be done by a qualified technician e Flexible supply lines should be checked regularly to make sure they are in good condition Replace damaged or leaking components Before Starting Cil Capacity The engine holds approximately 80 oz 2 3 liters Cil Recommendation e Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service SG SH SJ SL or higher such as Briggs amp Stratton 30 Part Number 100005 20 oz or 100028 48 oz e Do not use special additives e Do not mix gasoline with oil e Choose a viscosity according to the table 30 1010 Synthetic sw so 10w 30 STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CAUTION Use of SAE 30 oil below 40 F 4 C will result in hard starting and possible engine damage due to inadequate lubrication 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 rO Note Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF 2 API 5 2 certification mark and service symbol shown at left with SJ CF ENERGY CONSERVING or higher is an
29. on your small off road engine but B amp S cannot deny warranty Solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the small off road engine owner you should however be aware that B amp S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to an Authorized B amp S Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists The undisputed warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact a B amp S Service Representative at 1 414 259 5262 The emissions warranty is a defects warranty Defects are judged on normal engine performance The warranty is not related to an in use emissions test Briggs amp Stratton Emissions Control Defects Warranty Provisions The following are specific provisions relative to your Emissions Control Defects Warranty Coverage It is in addition to the B amp S engine warranty for non regulated engines found in the Operating and Maintenance Instructions 1 Warranted Parts Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below the emissions control systems parts to the extent these parts were present on the engine purchased a Fuel Metering System Co
30. ranty service may not be appropriate For example warranty would not apply if engine damage occurred because of misuse lack of routine maintenance shipping handling warehousing or improper installation Similarly warranty is void if the serial number of the engine has been removed or the engine has been altered or modified If a customer differs with the decision of the Service Dealer an investigation will be made to determine whether the warranty applies Ask the Service Dealer to submit all supporting facts to his Distributor or the Factory for review If the Distributor or the Factory decides that the claim is justified the customer will be fully reimbursed for those items that are defective To avoid misunderstanding which might occur between the customer and the Dealer listed below are some of the causes of engine failure that the warranty does not cover Normal wear Engines like all mechanical devices need periodic parts service and replacement to perform well Warranty will not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or an engine Improper maintenance The life of an engine depends upon the conditions under which it operates and the care it receives Some applications such as tillers pumps and rotary mowers are very often used in dusty or dirty conditions which can cause what appears to be premature wear Such wear when caused by dirt dust spark plug cleaning grit or other abrasive
31. stall drain plug 2 Remove oil filter Before installing new filter lightly oil filter gasket with fresh clean oil 3 Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter adapter Tighten 1 2 to 3 4 turn more 4 Place engine level and follow Adding Oil to add fresh oil 5 Replace oil fill cap and dipstick 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 10 Adding Oil 1 2 3 4 5 First add 67 oz 2 liters Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds See Starting Instructions Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick Replace oil fill cap and dipstick Checking Oil Level e Check oil level before starting the engine e Keep oil level at FULL Do not overfill e Check level daily or after every eight 8 hours of operation Place engine level and clean around oil filler plug Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth Push dipstick back in and remove to check oil level Oil level should be at FULL line on dipstick If oil is needed add slowly Fill to FULL line on dipstick re check Replace dipstick firmly Air Cleaner Clean cartridge every 100 hours To clean cartridge gently tap on end with handle of screwdriver Replace car
32. tridge every 400 hours Clean and replace more often under dusty conditions Cyclonic air cleaner Air cleaner body Safety Filter Cartridge Air cleaner cartridge n Cover Rubber Valve 1 Unlock and remove fastening devices to remove cover and retainers if equipped 2 Remove cartridge from air cleaner body and inspect Replace if very dirty or any damage occurs to cartridge 3 Carefully clean out air cleaner cover and around base Do not allow debris to enter engine 4 Install clean or new cartridge in body 5 Install retainers and cover and lock with clamps or knob Safety Filter Installation Several models with the cyclonic air cleaner are also equipped with a safety filter Replace safety filter cartridge every 600 hours or with every other air filter cartridge replacement To replace pull carefully to remove from air cleaner body ensure no debris enters engine Install new safety cartridge first then install air filter cartridge over safety filter CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean foam Pressurized air can damage foam solvents will dissolve foam Oval air cleaner Knob Cw gt Nut Retainer Cartridge Base screw WARNING Ensure air cleaner retainer and cover are properly installed before starting engine 11 Spark Plug Check the spark
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