Briggs & Stratton 194700 User's Manual
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1. BRIGGS amp STRATTON THE POWER IN POWER EQUIPMENT Thank you for selecting a Briggs amp Stratton engine to power your equipment Briggs amp Stratton is committed to producing a line of engines which will make your life s chores easier to perform We have at the same time improved the design of our engines so they are environmentally friendly Since 1995 we have succeeded in reducing smog forming exhaust emissions from our engines by 7096 Briggs amp Stratton s efforts have not stopped there We are also committed to designing and introducing even cleaner engines in the future while maintaining our reputation for excellent utility and value Briggs amp Stratton s environmental awareness has resulted in the engineering of the Smart Fill amp gas can featuring a spill resistant nozzle which opens only when fully inserted into the gas tank and which shuts off automatically when the tank is full Because refueling spills can harm the environment the Smart Fill amp container helps preserve a stronger ecosystem by reducing this source of pollution We hope you will enjoy your new engine and equipment We welcome you to our worldwide family of Briggs amp Stratton engine users Best Wishes Always The Employees of Briggs amp Stratton Corporation After July 1 2000 Look For Emissions Compliance Period On Engine Emissions Compliance Label After July 1 2000 certain Briggs amp Stratton engines will be certified to meet2. THE OPERATING amp MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN SAFETY INFORMATION TO e Make you aware of hazards associated with engines e Inform you of the risk of injury associated with those hazards and Tell you how to avoid or reduce the risk of injury The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS information about hazards that can result in personal injury Z f A signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION is K amp used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury In addition a hazard symbol Fire Moving Parts may be used to represent the type of hazard A DANGER indicates a hazard which if not W W avoided will result in death or serious injury Explosion Shock A WARNING indicates a hazard which if not gt g avoided could result in death or serious injury ihh Toxic Fumes Hot Surface A Kickback 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 WARNING 4 The engine exhaust from this prod uct contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Briggs amp Stratton does not necessarily know what equipment this engine will power For that reason you should carefully read and understand the operati
3. Follow equipment manufacturer s recommendations for charging battery 2 Turn key to OFF Remove key and store out of reach of children 10 3 3 Choke throttle control If choke and throttle are on the same control move control to CHOKE or START Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Move choke control off or toward FAST 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 throttle in FAST f 1 4 TURN Close fuel shut off valve if equipped MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the 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 Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below Task Perform task at hourly or calendar interval whichever comes first Check Oil Level Change Oil Service air cleaner pre cleaner if equipped Service air cleaner car tridge if not equipped with pre cleaner Service air cleaner car tridge if equipped with pre cleaner Inspect spark arrester if equipped Replace spark plug Replace in line fuel filter if equipped Clean cooling system Clean combustion cham
4. t6565f5r OW E sya SERVICE amp STORAGE STORAGE Engines stored over 30 days need special attention 1 Fill in both sides clip and return to Briggs amp Stratton Corporation P O Box 1144 To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts a 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 or b if fuel tank contains gasoline either run engine until it stops from lack of fuel or add a gasoline additive to the gas in the tank See parts list Single use pouches of gas additive are available from your service dealer If you use a gas 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 Country Zip State Code both sides of this order form carefully We cannot fill your order without the correct Engine Model Type Code Allow 3 to 4 weeks for delivery To purchase a complete list of Genuine Briggs amp Stratton Parts for your engine fill in Milwaukee WI 53201 1144 U S A Your Engine Address Model 16 BRIGGS amp STRATTON 4 5 While engine is still warm change oil Remove spark plug and pour about 1 oz 30 ml of engine oil into cylinder Replace spark plug and crank slowly to distribute oil Clean engine of surface debris chaff
5. test d chappement effectu l int rieur Dispositions de la garantie du syst me d chappement Briggs amp Stratton Ce qui suit concerne les dispositions sp cifiques relativement votre garantie sur le syst me de contr le d chappement C est une addition la garantie B amp S pour les moteurs non r glement s contenue dans le manuel d entretien et d utilisation 1 Pi ces sous garantie 3 Aucuns Frais La couverture de cette garantie ne s applique que sur les pi ces list es ci contre les parties La r paration ou le remplacement de toute pi ce sous garantie sera effectu e sans aucuns du syst me de contr le d chappement dans la mesure o ces pi ces taient pr sentes sur le frais pour le propri taire incluant les frais de main d ceuvre pour le diagnostic afin de d termi moteur au moment de l achat ner si la pi ce sous garantie est d fectueuse conditionnel ce que le diagnostic soit effectu a Syst me de dosage du carburant chez un d taillant autoris B amp S Pour la garantie relative au syst me d chappement commu Syst me d enrichissement de d marrage froid niquez avec le d taillant autoris B amp S le plus proche tel que list dans les pages jaunes de e Carburateur et parties internes votre localit sous la rubrique moteur essence tondeuse ou autre cat gorie similaire Pompe essence 4 R clamations et exclusions de la couverture b Syst me d induction d air Les r clamations de gar
6. you should contact a B amp S Service Representative at As the small off road engine owner you should however be aware 1 414 259 5262 that B amp S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road en The emission warranty is a defects warranty Defects are judged on gine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper mainte normal engine performance The warranty is not related to an in use nance or unapproved modifications emission test Briggs amp 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 amp S engine warranty for non regulated engines found in the Operating and Maintenance Instructions 1 Warranted Parts 3 No Charge Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed be Repair or replacement of any Warranted Part will be performed low the emission control systems parts to the extent these at no charge to the owner including diagnostic labor which leads parts were present on the engine purchased to the determination that a Warranted Part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized B amp S Service ge Piel Meterino System Dealer For emissions warranty service contact your nearest Au Cold start enrichment system thorized B amp S Service Dealer as listed in the Yellow Pages un e Carburetor and internal parts der Engines Gasoline Gasoline Engines L
7. 1 1 liters new oil Fill to FULL mark on dipstick Do not overfill To a Model 280000 engine add about 1 1 2 quarts 48 ounces 1 4 liters new oil Fill to FULL mark on dipstick Do not overfill Replace dipstick EN ll MAINTENANCE g a AIR CLEANER All engines have an air cleaner cartridge In addition some MAINTENANCE ENGINE AND ENGINE PARTS We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts Use only genuine Briggs amp Stratton parts If you perform any maintenance on the engine first disconnect the spark plug wire A WARNING from the spark plug and disconnect the battery at the negative terminal electric starter engines only to prevent unintentional sparking Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Unintentional start up can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration Use only correct tools e Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may A WARNING later shatter during operation e Do not tamper with governor spring links or other parts to increase engine speed CLEANING DEBRIS CAUTION Do not use water to clean engine parts Water could contaminate fuel system Use a brush or dry cloth MUFFLER Replacement parts for the A WARNING muffler must be the same and installed in the same position
8. engines with electric start TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE HOLE IN GOVERNOR GOVERNOR STOP CONTROL LEVER CONTROL PLATE m S oS D GOVERNOR CONTROL RACK CASING CLAMP SCREW Move remote throttle control to FAST position Hole in governor control lever located just behind governor control plate must align with hole in governor control plate as illustrated above If holes do not line up loosen casing clamp screw and then move governor control rack until it does Tighten casing clamp screw Check operation of throttle Move throttle control to STOP position Governor control lever must make good contact with stop switch if equipped Readjust if necessary 14 TO ADJUST REMOTE CHOKE CASING CLAMP SCREW Hold choke control to CHOKE or START position Loosen casing clamp screw Pull casing wire and choke lever in direction of arrow to end of travel Tighten casing clamp screw CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies top speed at which the engine will be operated DO NOT EXCEED this speed Differences in fuel temperature altitude or load may require minor carburetor adjustment Air cleaner and its cover must be assembled to carburetor before starting engine The carburetor on this engine is equipped w
9. fait l objet U S EPA et B amp S sont heureux d expliquer la garantie sur le syst me d chappement des petits d abus de n gligence ou d un entretien inappropri moteurs hors route de votre mod le 2000 et des ann es ult rieures SORE En Californie les Votre syst me de contr le d chappement comprend des pi ces telles que le carburateur le filtre a nouveaux petits moteurs hors route doivent tre concus construits et quip s pour rencontrer les air le syst me d ignition le silencieux et le convertisseur catalytique Il peut aussi comprendre les standards rigoureux d antipollution Ailleurs aux Etats Unis les nouveaux moteurs hors route connecteurs et autres pi ces reli es l mission bougie d allumage certifi s pour les mod les de 1997 et plus doivent rencontrer des normes simi Lorsqu il y a condition garantie B amp S r parera gratuitement votre petit moteur hors route incluant laires mises de l avant par le U S EPA Briggs amp Stratton garantit le syst me de contr le d chap le diagnostic les pi ces et la main d uvre Couverture de garantie Briggs amp Stratton contre toute d fectuosit du systeme de contr le d chappement Les petits moteurs hors route sont garantis contre la d fectuosit des pieces du syst me de contr te quelle pi ce de votre moteur couverte par cette garantie est d fectueuse elle sera r par e ou le d chappement pour une p riode de 2 ans sujette aux conditions stipul es
10. may be connectors and other emission related assemblies United States new non road spark ignition engines certified for model Where a warrantable condition exists B amp S will repair your small off year 1997 and later must meet similar standards set forth by the U S road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor EPA B amp S must warrant the emission control system on your engine for Briggs amp Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage Small off road engines are warranted relative to emission control below If any covered part on your engine is defective the part will be parts defects for a period of two years subject to provisions set forth repaired or replaced by B amp S Owner s Warranty Responsibilities As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the per You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to an formance of the required maintenance listed in your Operating and Authorized B amp S Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists The Maintenance Instructions B amp S recommends that you retain all your undisputed warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but amount of time not to exceed 30 days B amp S cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and re failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance sponsibilities
11. mission sous r serve d un entretien appropri tel qu indiqu dans le manuel d op ration et d entretien Les cat gories suivantes sont utilis es Mod r le moteur est certifi conforme pour 125 heures d utilisation normale Interm diaire le moteur est certifi conforme pour 250 heures d utilisation normale Prolong le moteur est certifi conforme pour 500 heures d utilisation normale Par exemple une tondeuse de mod le standard est utilis e environ 20 25 heures par ann e Par cons quent la p riode de durabilit d mission d un moteur dans la cat gorie interm diaire pour ce type de tondeuse quivaut 10 12 ans L indice d air est un nombre qui d crit le niveau relatif d mission pour une cat gorie sp cifique de moteur Plus l indice d air est bas plus le moteur est cologique Cette information est indiqu e sous une forme graphique sur l tiquette d mission compter du 1 juillet 2000 surveillez la p riode de conformit d mission sur les tiquettes Apr s le 1 juillet 2000 certains moteurs B amp S seront certifi s conformes aux normes environnementales d mission standard du United States Environmental Protection Agency US EPA Phase 2 Pour les moteurs certifi s pour la Phase 2 la p riode de conformit d mission mentionn e sur les tiquettes indique le nombre d heures d utilisation pour lequel le moteur rencontre les normes f d rales Pour les moteurs de force moindre que 225 cc la cat g
12. or grass Store in a clean dry area Do not store in same area as a stove furnace water heater or other appliance that uses a pilot light or has a device that can create a spark This page applicable in the U S A and Canada only Briggs amp Stratton Corporation B amp S the California Air Resources Board CARB and the United States Environmental Protection Agency U S EPA Emission Control System Warranty Statement Owner s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED ELSEWHERE IN THE AND THEREAFTER WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA AND UNITED STATES AND AFTER JANUARY 1 2001 IN CANADA California and United States Emission Control Defects Warranty Statement The California Air Resources Board CARB U S EPA and B amp S are the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse ne pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your glect or improper maintenance of your small off road engine model year 2000 and later small off road engine SORE In California Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor new small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to air cleaner ignition system muffler and catalytic converter Also in meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Elsewhere in the cluded
13. removing gas cap STARTING WARNING e Do not use pressurized starting fluids e Vapors are flammable STARTING AND OPERATING TIPS Store and fuel equipment in level position Use fresh fuel See Fuel Use correct type of oil for expected starting temperature See Oil e Remove external equipment engine loads See equipment operating instructions Start lawn mower on hard surface or over previously cut grass e This engine is certified to operate on gasoline Exhaust Emission Control System EM Engine Modifications CAUTION Some fuels called oxygenated or reformu lated gasoline are gasoline 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 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 amp Stratton Smart fill fuel can fills to the correct level and automatically shuts off reducing spills and emissions Replace cap before starting Periodically remove grass buildup under mower deck See Maintenance After engine has started let it warm up several seconds to several minutes depending on outside temperature For maximum performance and life operate engine with choke in RUN and throttle in FAST R
14. 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 B 250 hours and A 500 hours For engines of 225 cc or more Category C 250 hours B 500 hours and A 1000 hours The displacement of Model Series 190000 engines is 319 cc The displacement of Model Series 280000 engines is 465 cc IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION BRIGGS amp STRATTON CORPORATION IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION WE UT NES Casas This is a generic representation EEE leon of the emission label typically Wisbostug E D E icon ENDE renon found on a certified engine NONO ENGINES REFER TO OWNERS THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2006 CA EMISSION REGS FOR SMALL IALL NON ROAD SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINES REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECS EPA EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD ADJUSTMENTS amp EMISSION DURABILITY INFORMATION CATEGORY C EPA EMISSIONS COMPLIANCE PERIOD CATEGORY C 2742787 VY CO BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE e Read entire Operating amp Maintenance Instructions AND the instructions for the equipment this engine powers e Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death
15. without filter 298090 5018 Fuel filter with filter 394358 Gas additive 5041 Resistor spark plug 802592 Standard spark plug 492167 Long life platinum spark plug 5062 used on most L head engines Spark plug wrench 89838 5023 Spark tester 19368 Oil pump kit 5056 uses standard electric drill to remove oil from engine quickly 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 NZ Vp highly skilled reliable Enie at more than k 30 000 Authorized Service Dealers worldwide including more than 3 600 Master Service Technicians Look for these signs wherever Briggs amp Stratton service is offered e You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site www briggsandstratton com or in the Yellow Pages A directory under Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines or Lawn Mowers or similar category Note Walking fingers logo and Yellow Pages are regis tered trademarks in various jurisdictions BRIGGS amp STRATTON 15
16. 03 5 009 208 4 996 956 4 995 357 4 977 879 4 971 219 4 630 498 4 522 080 4 520 288 4 453 507 4 430 984 4 355 253 DES 309 458 DES 309 457 DES 308 872 DES 308 871 40 644 4 895 119 4 875 448 4 819 593 4 719 682 4 694 792 4 684 917 4 633 556 In the USA and Canada a 24 hour hot line 1 800 233 3723 has a menu of pre recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information 18 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY effective July 1 1999 Replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before July 1 1999 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs amp Stratton Corporation will repair or replace free of charge any part or parts of the engine that are 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 the time periods and subject to the conditions provided for in this policy For warranty service contact your nearest Authorized Service Dealer as listed in the Yellow Pages under Engines Gasoline Gasoline Engines Lawn Mowers or similar category THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY IM PLIED 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 CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTI
17. ARTS 2 Equipment controls or installations that prevent starting cause unsatisfactory engine performance or shorten en gine 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 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 engine Engine damage may occur if oil level is not properly maintained Read Operat ing 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 engine 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 re place the cartridge Read Operating amp Maintenance Instructions 7 Parts damaged by overspeeding or overheating caused by grass debris or dirt which plugs or clogs the cool
18. ES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 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 amp 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 CONSUMER COMMERCIAL CONSUMER COMMERCIAL USE USE USE USE All Vanguard engines All Vanguard engines engines 2 year engine t All Diamond Plus Industrial Plus 1 C Quantum and Diamond Power 90 days 2yeart 90 days All standard engines and Kool Bore Intek series installed on lawn mowers riders edgers chippers shredders tillers and all Sno Gard eyes BU RS ee eae engines All other standard engines and Classic series 90 days 90 days 90 days For purposes of this warranty policy consumer use means personal residential household use by the original 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 E
19. EWIND MANUAL STARTER TO START ENGINE 2 1 Check oil level see p 7 4 Insert key and turn to RUN 5 BRIGGS amp STRATTON Choke 1 SLOW ez Throttle If choke and throttle con trols are separate move choke control to CHOKE Move throttle to FAST Grasp rope handle Pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback 3 STARTING AND STOPPING Choke throttle control If choke and throttle are on the same control move lever to CHOKE or START Let engine warm up Choke Equipped Move choke control off or toward FAST 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 throttle in FAST STARTING AND STOPPING Gases strarton ELECTRIC KEY STARTER if equipped TO START ENGINE Check oil level see p 7 J 1 4 TURN 4 Open fuel shut off valve if equipped 1 4 turn TO STOP ENGINE 1 Move throttle to SLOW then to STOP SLOW Throttle If choke and throttle con trols are separate move choke control to CHOKE Move throttle to FAST 5 Insert key and turn to START CAUTION To prolong starter life use short starting cycles 5 seconds maximum then wait one minute
20. SERVICE amp STORAGE An illustrated shop manual includes common specifications and detailed in formation covering adjustment tune up and repair of Briggs amp Stratton single TZ Service and Repair instructions cylinder L head 4 cycle engines It is available for purchase from an Autho rized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer or you can order it from the factory Write Briggs amp Stratton Corporation Attn Service Division P O Box 1144 Milwaukee WI 53201 Part No 270962 OOO 00100000 gag 000 10 O00 O 000 IONO O OC aoo MO 4 225 NY 8 5 OH 5 TN 6 TX 6 25 WA 6 5 WI 5 j O D o 58 e co Ee p 8 5 gt e os o q K 25 ER zz S e ao Ex Ep br csp e Sas ES c P o d 22 Cae s gt H 5 2290 BE 0 5 SN x oo Ax o E r1 lt Q 252 Seo m g S gt gt tr 2 s gc zo ur Ww Lu Q 5 DE 8 amp 8 Os o O n a oo l oe x r3 r3 bf 6 Qe gj 2 r O apl S SS Sue dz BB eee Jasa ms B 32 ses 5 253 E HHI EH 858 860538 x 259 65 gt B E PS Sog l gt Eat So gt oc s OF Oo O D mo G g OT E EY Ga HE TO sgg 5 og E 923 cr l go ss 159 2 E oO le LE 2 EB n amp S3sg otc Om oe FE t amp eosl gt r feu a E SESS la E C O F L x hu at
21. 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 ser vice 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 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 be cause of 1 PROBLEMS CAUSED BY PARTS THAT ARE NOT ORIGINAL BRIGGS amp STRATTON P
22. ance et durabilit peut tre utilis e pour l entretien ou la r paration Le propri taire est e Connecteurs et assemblages responsable de l ex cution de tout entretien requis tel que d fini dans le manuel d instruction 2 Dur e de la couverture B amp S sur l entretien et la r paration B amp S garantit le propri taire initial et tous les acheteurs subs quents que les pi ces sous ga 6 Couverture indirecte rantie sont exemptes de vice de mati re ou de fabrication qui pourraient causer des d fectuosi La couverture ci contre s tend toute d fectuosit des composantes du moteur caus e par t s des pi ces sous garantie pour une p riode de deux ans partir de la date laquelle le mo la d fectuosit de n importe quelle pi ce couverte par la garantie et dont la garantie est encore teur a t livr l acheteur en vigueur Consultez les informations sur la p riode de durabilit d mission et l INDICE d air sur l tiquette d mission de votre moteur Les moteurs qui sont certifi s conformes aux normes standards d mission du California Air Resources Board CARB Tier 2 doivent afficher l information concernant la p riode de durabilit du syst me d mission et l INDICE d air Cette information est indiqu e sur les tiquettes appos es sur les moteurs par Briggs amp Stratton La p riode de durabilit d mission indique le nombre d heures d utilisation normale pour lequel le moteur est certifi conforme aux normes d
23. antie doivent tre compl t es en accord avec les dispositions de la e Filtre air politique de garantie B amp S La garantie ne couvre pas les d fectuosit s de pi ces qui ne sont e Tubulure d admission pas des pi ces d origine B amp S ou dans le cas d abus n gligence ou d un entretien inappropri La garantie B amp S ne couvre pas les d fectuosit s de pi ces sous garantie qui ont fait l objet Bougies d allumage d ajouts ont t modifi es ou de pi ces qui ne sont pas des pi ces B amp S d origine Syst me d allumage lectromagn tique 5 Entretien d Syst me catalyseur Toute pi ce sous garantie qui n est pas remplac e au moment requis selon le manuel d entre Convertisseur catalytique tien ou qui est planifi e seulement pour une inspection r guli re sous la mention r parer ou Collecteur d chappement remplacer si n cessaire gt est garantie contre toute d fectuosit pour la p riode de garantie pp Toute pi ce sous garantie qui est planifi e pour un remplacement tel que requis dans l entre c Syst me d ignition Syst me d injection d air ou pulsion TS tien est garantie contre toute d fectuosit seulement pour la p riode de temps qui va jusqu au e Autres pi ces utilis es dans les syst mes ci haut mentionn s premier remplacement pr vu pour cette pi ce Toute pi ce de remplacement quivalente en Soupapes et interrupteurs de d pression de temp rature de position perform
24. as the original parts other wise fire can occur Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and ignition of accu mulated debris This is especial If muffler is equipped with ly important if cutting tall grass SOPP spark arrestor screen re Daily or before every use clean grass chaff or accumu move screen for inspection Replace screen if damaged or lated debris from engine Keep linkage spring and controls plugged clean Keep area around and behind muffler free of any combustible debris AIR COOLING SYSTEM We recommend that after every 100 hours you have an authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer clean the air cooling system CLEAN AREA OF ALL DIRT AND DEBRIS COMBUSTION DEPOSITS ARRESTER We recommend that after every 100 300 hours you have CLEAN an authorized Briggs amp Stratton Service Dealer remove combustion deposits from the cylinder cylinder head top of piston and around valves 13 Muffler Spark Arrester ADJUSTMENTS CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS If the engine does not start or if it runs roughly the remote throttle control may need adjustment See your authorized Briggs amp Stratton dealer or follow the instructions below Prevent unintentional starting Before performing adjustments e Remove spark plug wire from spark plug e Disconnect battery at negative terminal only
25. awn Mowers Fuel Pump or similar category zoe b Air Induction System 4 Claims and Coverage xc usions Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provisions e Air cleaner of the B amp S Engine Warranty Policy Warranty coverage shall be e Intake manifold excluded for failures of Warranted Parts which are not original c lanition System B amp S parts or because of abuse neglect or improper mainte g S x nance as set forth in the B amp S Engine Warranty Policy B amp S is not Y park plug s liable to cover failures of Warranted Parts caused by the use of e Magneto ignition system add on non original or modified parts d Catalyst System 5 Maintenance e Catalytic converter Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for replacement as re quired maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspec Exhaust mantag tion to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be war e Air injection system or pulse valve ranted as to defects for the warranty period Any Warranted Part e Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems 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 e Vacuum temperature position time sensitive valves and switches e Connectors and assemblies in the performance of any maintenance o
26. ber EX E am 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 MAINTENANCE 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 Z CHANGING OIL 5 16 HEX 3 8 SQUARE OIL i PLUG TO REMOVE 7 16 PIPE Typical drain plugs 1 2 Place engine level Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug Discon nect battery if equipped with electric starter at negative terminal With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle Reinstall drain plug Remove dipstick To a Model 190000 engine add about 1 1 8 quarts 36 ounces
27. ci contre Si n impor remplac e par B amp S Responsabilit s du propri taire Entant que propri taire d un petit moteur hors route vous tes responsable de veiller l ex cution Vous avez la responsabilit d apporter votre petit moteur hors route un d taillant autoris B amp S de l entretien requis tel que stipul dans votre manuel d op ration et d entretien B amp S vous recom aussit t que survient un probl me Les r parations sous garantie doivent tre compl t es dans un mande de conserver tous les recus couvrant les travaux d entretien de votre petit moteur hors rou d lai raisonnable ne devant pas exc der 30 jours te mais B amp S ne peut refuser la garantie en raison d absence de recus ou pour d faut d avoir suivi Si vous avez des questions relativement votre garantie vos droits et responsabilit s veuillez tout l ch ancier du programme d entretien communiquer avec un repr sentant de service B amp S au num ro 1 414 259 5262 Entant que propri taire d un petit moteur hors route vous devez tre inform que B amp S peut refuser La garantie du syst me d chappement est une garantie contre les d fectuosit s Les d fectuosi d honorer cette garantie si la d fectuosit de votre moteur ou d une partie de votre moteur est due t s sont jug es en fonction d une utilisation normale du moteur La garantie n est pas reli e un un emploi abusif une n gligence un entretien incorrect ou une modification non approuv e
28. e gasoline vapors Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Unintentional start up can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS 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 WHEN TESTING FOR SPARK Use approved spark plug tester Do not check for spark with spark plug removed Starting engine creates sparking Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases Explosion and fire could result e f there is natural or LP gas leakage in area do not start engine Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable Engines give off carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can 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 A 7 UID pou Running engines produce heat Engine parts especially muffler become extremely hot Severe thermal burns can occur on contact 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 combustibles from muffler area and oylinder area e Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using equipment on forest covered grass c
29. en Blower housing Fuel filter Carburetor 274787 CAUTION This engine is shipped from Briggs amp SAE FIT Grades Stratton without oil Check oil level before starting engine If you start the engine without oil the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty 5W 30 mE QI CAPACITY lt S EL Engine Model Series 190000 holds about 1 1 8 qts 36 ozs Er ee GENE ee ee GEGEN eee ERN or 1 1 Itrs Engine Model Series 280000 holds about 1 1 2 2c 30 1 E qts 48 OZS or 1 4 ltrs STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE TYPE OF OIF 10 USE A CAUTION Air cooled engines run hotter than Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service automotive engines The use of non synthetic SF SG SH SJ or higher such as Briggs amp Stratton multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc in 30W Part Number 100005 20 oz or 100028 48 oz temperatures above 40 F 4 C will result in higher Do not use special additives than normal oil consumption When using a e Choose a viscosity according to the table opposite 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 lubrication Note Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF 2 API certification mark and API service symbol shown at left with SJ CF ENERGY CON EX SERVING or
30. higher is an acceptable oil at all e temperatures Use of synthetic oil does not ku alter required oil change intervals CHECKING AND ADDING OIL e Check oil level before starting the engine e Keep oil level at FULL Check level daily or after every eight 8 hours e Do not overfill Cil Fill Replace and tighten dip 1 Place engine level and 2 Remove dipstick and stick Remove and check clean around oil fill area wipe clean with cloth oil level 4 Oil level should be at 5 If needed add oil slowly 6 Replace and tighten dip FULL mark on dipstick recheck Do not over fill stick FUEL lg TYPE OF FUEL TO USE e Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 77 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 e Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol Do not mix oil with gasoline e For engine protection use Briggs amp Stratton Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized Briggs amp Stratton Dealer P N 5041 or single use pouch BRIGGS amp STRATTON ADDING FUEL Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources If fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before
31. ing 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 im proper attachment of equipment to engine crankshaft overspeeding or other abuse in operation 9 A bent or broken crankshaft caused by striking a solid ob ject with the cutter blade of a rotary lawn mower or exces sive v belt tightness 10 Routine tune up or adjustment of the engine Warranty is available only through service dealers which have been authorized by Briggs amp Stratton Corporation Your nearest Authorized Service Dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under En gines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines Lawn Mow ers or similar category Briggs amp Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents om D 247 177 Other Patents Pending 069 5 852 951 5 823 153 5 819 513 5 269 713 5 265 700 5 243 878 5 235 943 5 197 425 5 197 422 5 191 864 5 188 5 186 142 5 138 996 5 105 331 5 086 890 5 070 829 5 058 544 bi 546 901 5 503 125 5 501 203 5 497 679 5 320 795 5 271 363 5 765 713 5 645 025 5 642 701 5 606 948 5 040 5
32. ith an idle mixture valve with a limiter see inset which allows some adjustment and an idle speed adjustment screw TO ADJUST CARBURETOR CARBURETOR TL THROTTLE LEVER Ub D 0H IDLE MIXTURE VALVE WITH LIMITER AEN IDLE SPEED SCREW Q To adjust idle speed start engine and warm up about 5 minutes With engine running place equipment throttle control in SLOW position Rotate carburetor throttle lever against the idle speed screw and hold it Turn idle speed screw to obtain 1750 rpm use a tachometer Then rotate idle mixture valve full travel clockwise and then counterclockwise Note DO NOT remove limiter caps DO NOT force beyond limits Then position idle mixture valve in middle of travel Check idle speed Re adjust to 1750 rpm if needed Move throttle control to FAST position Engine should accelerate smoothly If it does not adjust idle mixture valve counterclockwise 1 8 turn Note Engines operated at approximately 3000 to 5000 feet 900 to 1500 meters above sea level may require a high alti tude carburetor nozzle If erratic performance is observed contact a Briggs amp Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for cost to install purchase a high altitude carburetor nozzle PARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS amp STRATTON PARTS BRIGGS amp STRATTON PART PART NO or equivalent Air cleaner parts see page 12 Oil 100005 or 100028 Fuel filter
33. ng instructions for the equipment on which your engine is placed 3 SAFETY BRIGGS amp STRATTON 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 Do not overfill fuel tank Fill tank to approximately 1 1 2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion 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 Do not crank engine with spark plug removed e f fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine e If engine floods set choke to OPEN RUN position place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT e Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill Do not choke carburetor to stop engine WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT e Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut off valve OFF 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 ignit
34. ngines used in competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warrantied T One 1 year in Australia New Zealand Middle East and Africa t One 1 year in India NO WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD IS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINES YOU MUST SAVE THE PURCHASE RECEIPT A PROOF OF PURCHASE DATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY In the USA and Canada a 24 hour hot line 1 800 233 3723 has a menu of pre recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information 19 Cette page ne s applique que pour le Canada et les Etats Unis La Corporation Briggs amp Stratton B amp S le California Air Resources Board CARB et le Bureau de protection environnementale des Etats Unis US EPA Garantie sur le syst me d chappement Garantie contre les d fectuosit s droits et obligations du propri taire LA GARANTIE SUR LE SYST ME D CHAPPEMENT EST APPLICABLE SUR LES MOTEURS VANTES QUI ONT T ACHET S ET UTILIS S AILLEURS AUX ETATS UNIS ET APR S LE 1ER CERTIFIES ACHETES EN CALIFORNIE EN 1995 ET LES ANN ES SUIVANTES ET QUI SONT UTI JANVIER 2001 AU CANADA LIS S EN CALIFORNIE AINSI QU AUX MODELES CERTIFIES DE 1997 ET LES ANN ES SUI D claration de garantie sur le syst me d chappement pour la Californie les Etats Unis Le California Air Resources Board CARB le Bureau am ricain de protection environnementale pement de votre moteur pour la p riode de temps mentionn e ci contre sauf s il a
35. orie C 125 heures B 250 heures et A 500 heures Pour les moteurs de 225 cc et plus la cat gorie C 250 heures B 500 heures et A 1000 heures Le remplacement du moteur portant le mod le de s rie 185400 est 297 cc Le remplacement du moteur portant le mod le de s rie 235400 et 245400 est 392 cc Ceci est une repr sentation des tiquettes d mission IE AUX NORMES DE CALIFORNIE que vous retrouverez sur les moteurs certifi s
36. overed 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 on federal land BRIGGS amp STRATTON AX WARNING ke 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 e Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts e Tie up long hair and remove jewelry eDo not wear loose fitting clothing dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught 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 Remove all external equipment engine loads before starting engine e Direct coupled equipment components such as but not limited to blades impellors pulleys sprockets etc must be securely attached ENGINE PARTS oe O O1 B N LP 12 V electric starter Oil drain plug Fuel fill Fuel tank Oil fill Dipstick Finger guard Rope handle Air cleaner 9 Engine 10 Model Type Code XXXXX XXXXXX XXXXXXXX Muffler Muffler guard if equipped Spark arrester if equipped Spark plug wire Rotating scre
37. r repairs The owner is 2 Length of Coverage responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as B amp S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser defined in the B amp S Operating and Maintenance Instructions that the Warranted Parts shall be free from defects in materials 6 Consequential Coverage and workmanship which caused the failure of the Warranted Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any engine Parts for a period of two years from the date the engine is deliv components caused by the failure of any Warranted Part still un ered to a retail purchaser der warranty In the USA and Canada a 24 hour hot line 1 800 233 3723 has a menu of pre recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information 17 About your engine warranty see next page for statement of LIMITED 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 warranty 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
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