B. Spark Plug
C. Air Cleaner
D. Dipstick/Oil Fill E. Oil Filter
F. Oil Drain Plug
G. Oil Pressure Sensor
H. Finger Guard / Rotating Screen I. Electric Starter
J. Rewind Starter (optional) K. Carburetor
L. Exhaust Manifold M. Fuel Pump
N. Fuel Filter (optional)
O. Oil Cooler (optional) P. Muffler
A. Engine Identification
Model Type Code

Features and Controls

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

If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks, do not start the engine. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer to have the oil pressure problem corrected.

Fuel Recommendations

Fuel must meet these requirements:

•Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

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

•Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

CAUTION: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or modify the engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage the engine components and void the engine warranty.

To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel stabilizer i to the fuel. See Storage. All fuel is not the same. If starting or performa ce problems occur, change fuel providers or change brands. This engine is certified to operate on gasoli e. The emissions control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modificatio s).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High Altitude

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 me ers), a m n mum 85 ctane/85 AKI (89 RON)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

gasoline is acceptable. To remain emissions c mpl an , h gh altitude adjustment is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

required. Operation without this adjus ment w ll cause decreased performance,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

increased fuel consumption, and in reased em ss ons. See a Briggs & Stratton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Authorized Dealer for high altitude adjus ment informa ion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Operation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

kit is not recommended.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil capacity (see the Specifications section)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How To A

F el - Fig re 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Recommendations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

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

 

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

 

Gas

line and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fi e

r expl sion can cause severe burns or death.

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

 

 

 

 

select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When Adding Fuel

°F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

°C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cap.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the bottom of the fuel tank neck.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ignition sources.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace if necessary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAE

10W30-

 

Synthetic5W30-

 

 

5W-30

 

 

 

 

1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove the fuel cap (A) (Figure 3).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Fill the fuel tank (B) with gasoline. To allow for expansion of the gasoline, do not fill

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reproduction

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

above the bottom of the fuel tank neck (C).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Reinstall the fuel cap.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*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 oil level more frequen ly.

How To Check/Add Oil - Figure 2

Before adding r checking the il

•Place engine level.

•Clean the oil fill area of any debris.

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

2.Fully insert the dipstick.

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

4.If low, add oil slowly into the engine oil fill (C). Do not overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute and then recheck the oil level.

5.Fully insert the dipstick.

Oil Pressure

If the oil pressure is too low, a pressure switch (if equipped) will either stop the engine or activate a warning device on the equipment. If this occurs, stop the engine and check the oil level with the dipstick.

If the oil level is below the ADD mark, add oil until it reaches the FULL mark. Start the engine and check for proper pressure before continuing to operate.

How To Start The Engine - Figure 4

WARNING

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.

•When starting engine, pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

WARNING

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

When Starting Engine

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

•Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

•If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, move throttle (if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine starts.

 

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