Briggs & Stratton 120000, 140000 Features and Controls, Operation, Storage, NOTICE:, CAUTION:, Specifications, Model Type Code, Do not overfill, When Adding Fuel, When Starting Engine

Features and Controls

Compare the illustration 1 with your engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various features and controls.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel stabilizer into the fuel. See Storage. All fuel is not the same. If starting or performance problems occur, change fuel providers or change brands. This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emissions control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).

Engine Identification

High Altitude

Model Type Code

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)

Spark Plug

gasoline is acceptable. To remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is

Fuel Tank and Cap

required. Operation without this adjustment will cause decreased performance,

Air Cleaner

increased fuel consumption, and increased emissions. See a Briggs & Stratton

Starter Cord Handle (optional)

Authorized Dealer for high altitude adjustment information.

Dipstick

Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude

Oil Drain Plug

kit is not recommended.

Muffler

Muffler Guard (optional)

How To Add Fuel - Figure

Spark Arrester (optional)

Choke (optional)

Throttle Control (optional)

WARNING

Shut-off Valve (optional)

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fuel Filter (optional)

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

Finger Guard

Oil Filter (optional)

Electric Starter (optional)

When Adding Fuel

Stop Switch (optional)

∙

Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel

Operation

cap.

∙ Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.

∙

Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do not fill above the

Oil capacity (see the Specifications section)

bottom of the fuel tank neck.

Oil Recommendations

∙ Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition

sou ces.

We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best

∙

Check fuel lines, tank, cap, a

fitti gs frequently for cracks or leaks.

performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF,

Replace if necessary

SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.

∙

If fuel spills, wa t unt l

t evap rates before starting engine.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to

select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.

Clean the fuel cap area

f dirt and debris. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3).

°F

°C

Fill the fuel ank (B) wi h fuel. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do not fill above the

bottom of he fuel

ank neck (C).

Reinstall the f el

ap.

How To Start The Engine

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm

toward engine faster than you can let go.

SAE

10W30-

Synthetic5W30-

5W-30

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

∙ When starting engine, pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then

pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

WARNING

Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.

Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

oil level more frequently.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

How To Check/Add Oil - Figure

Reproduction

When Starting Engine

Before adding or checking the oil

∙

Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are in

∙

Place engine level.

place and secured.

∙ Clean the oil fill area of any debris.

∙

Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

1. Remove the dipstick (G) and wipe with a clean cloth (Figure 2).

∙

If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, move throttle

2. Insert and tighten the dipstick.

(if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine starts.

3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be at the top of the full indicator

(J) on the dipstick.

4. If low, add oil slowly into the engine oil fill (H). Do not overfill. After adding oil, wait

one minute and then recheck the oil level.

WARNING

Replace and tighten the dipstick.

Fuel Recommendations

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.

Fuel must meet these requirements:

∙

Start and run engine outdoors.

∙

Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

∙

A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below.

∙

Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open.

∙ Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary

butyl ether) is acceptable.	NOTICE: This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Before you start
CAUTION: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or	the engine, make sure you add oil according to the instructions in this manual. If you
modify the engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage the engine components and	start the engine without oil, it will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered
void the engine warranty.	under warranty.

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