MAINTENANCE

3.Clean area around oil drain plug.The oil drain plug is located at base of engine, opposite carburetor (Figure 14).

Figure 14 — Oil Drain Plug and Oil Fill Cap

Oil Fill Opening

Oil Drain Plug

4.Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into a suitable container.

5.Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely. Remove oil fill cap.

6.Slowly pour oil (about 20 oz.) into oil fill opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill cap (Figure 14). DO NOT overfill.

7.Reinstall oil fill cap. Finger tighten cap securely.

8.Wipe up any spilled oil.

2.Carefully remove cartridge assembly.

3.To clean cartridge, gently tap pleated paper side on a flat surface.

4.Reinstall clean or new cartridge inside cover.

5.Insert cover’s tabs into slots in bottom of base.

6.Tilt cover up and tighten screw securely to base.

Service Spark Plug

Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first.This will help your engine to start easier and run better.

1.Clean area around spark plug.

2.Remove and inspect spark plug.

3.Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set spark plug gap to 0.030 inch (0.76mm) if necessary (Figure 16).

Figure 16 — Spark Plug

Service Air Cleaner

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged if you run it with a dirty air cleaner.

Replace the air cleaner every 25 hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first. Replace more often if operating under dirty or dusty conditions.

To service the air cleaner, follow these steps:

1.Loosen screw and tilt cover down (Figure 15).

Figure 15 - Air Cleaner

4.Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended replacement plug.

5.Install spark plug and tighten firmly.

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Briggs & Stratton 073004 WP15-225 Service Spark Plug, Service Air Cleaner, To service the air cleaner, follow these steps
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073004 WP15-225 specifications

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In summary, the Briggs & Stratton 073004 WP15-225 is a reliable, high-performing water pump that combines powerful engineering with user-friendly features. With its robust construction, efficient pumping capability, and thoughtful design elements, it stands out as a top choice for anyone in need of an effective solution for water management tasks. Whether it's for residential or commercial use, the WP15-225 is built to meet the demands of any dewatering challenge.
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