Briggs & Stratton 270962 8Current Production, Install Breather, Remove Breather, Check Breather

NOTE: Do not apply force to the wire gauge! The disc valve is retained by an internal bracket which will be distorted if pressure is applied to disc.

date code 070719xx) or clean off sealant (after date code 070718xx).

Figure 4

Install Breather

1.Place new gasket and breather assembly on cylinder. Torque to screws to values listed in Section 12 - Engine Specifications.

2.Securely insert breather tube into breather assembly.

Service Breather - Vertical Models 210000, 280000, 310000, 330000

8Current Production

Remove Breather

1.Remove breather tube (B, Figure 5) from breather cover (A).

Figure 5

2.Remove two screws (B, Figure 6), breather cover. Discard gasket (before

Figure 6

Check Breather

1.Remove and check breather reed

(A, Figure 7). If the reed is worn or bent, it cannot function properly and must be replaced.

Figure 7

2.Inspect the oil drain-back hole

(B, Figure 8). Insert a fine wire to ensure the opening is not plugged.

Figure 8

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