Changing Oil

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

1.Change oil while the engine is warm.

2.Clean around oil drain plug.

3.Remove plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

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.

4.Clean oil drain plug before reinstalling.

5.Clean around oil filler plug and remove.

6.Place engine level. Add about 5/8 quart (20 ounces: 0.6 liter) new oil. Oil should be full (almost overflowing). Replace plug before starting engine

7.Clean oil filler plug before reinstalling.

WARNING

Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug while performing maintenance.

Air Cleaner

1.Loosen cover screw.

2.Remove cover and air cleaner assembly from base.

3.Remove air cleaner assembly from inside of cover and disassemble.

4.To service foam air cleaner:

Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in clean cloth. Saturate in engine oil. Squeeze in clean, absorbent cloth to remove ALL EXCESS oil. If very dirty or damaged, replace it.

CAUTION

Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean foam. Pressurized air can damage foam; solvents will dissolve foam.

5.Reassemble retainer on foam air cleaner. Install this assembly into cover.

6.Insert tabs on cover into slots in base. Tighten cover screw securely.

WARNING

Ensure air cleaner and cover are properly reinstalled before starting engine.Fire could occur if engine is started with out cover in place.

AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY

RETAINER BASE

FOAM AIR CLEANER

COVER

Spark Plug

Check the spark plug every 100 hours. Replace the spark

.030” (0.76 mm) WIRE GAGE

plug if upon inspection the electrode is burned or worn.

 

Ensure the spark plug is clean. Check the gap with a feeler

 

gage and reset to .76 mm or 0.030 in. if necessary. Use

 

only Briggs & 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.

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