Briggs & Stratton Snow Series Features and Controls, Operation, SAE, 5W-30, 10W-30, Storage, Specifications, Model Type Code, Synthetic 5W-30, Do not overfill, When Adding Fuel, cap, urces

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.

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 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).

B.	Spark Plug					High Altitude
C.	Choke Control
						At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)
D.	Starter Cord Handle
						gasoline is acceptable. To remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is
E.	Oil Fill Cap
						required. Operation without this adjustment will cause decreased performance,
F.	Dipstick/Oil Fill
						increased fuel consumption, and increased emissions. See a Briggs & Stratton
G.	Oil Drain Plug					Authorized Dealer for high altitude adjustment information.
H.	Muffler					Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude
	Muffler Guard (optional)					kit is not recommended.
	Muffler Deflector
I.	Push Button Electric Start					How To Add Fuel - Figure			4
J.	Power Cord Receptacle
K.	Electric Starter
L.	Carburetor						WARNING
Operation
							Gasoline and its vapors are ex remely flammable and explosive.
							Fire or explosion an ause severe burns or death.
Oil capacity (see the Specifications section)
Oil Recommendations						When Adding Fuel
						•	Turn engine off and let engine		ool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best
							cap.
performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF,						•	Fill fuel tank o t oors or in well-ventilated area.
SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.
						•	Do not overfill f el tank. To allow for expansion of the gasoline, do not fill above
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to
							the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
						•	Keep gas	line away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other
	°F				°C		igniti s	urces.
						• 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.
	30					1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove the fuel cap (A) (Figure 4).
	SAE		Synthetic 5W-30
		10W-30				2. Fill the fuel tank (B) with gasoline. To allow for expansion of the gasoline, do not fill
							above the bottom of the fuel tank neck (C).
						3. Reinstall the fuel cap.
				5W-30		How To Start The Engine - Figure 5				6
							WARNING
							Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm
							toward engine faster than you can let go.
*	Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in ha d sta ting.						Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
						• When starting engine, pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then
**	Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W-30 may cause inc eased oil consumption. Check
	oil level more frequently.				Reproductionpull rapidly to avoid kickback.
						• Remove all external equipment/engine loads before starting engine.
How To Check/Add Oil - Figure 2			3			• Direct-coupled equipment components such as, but not limited to, blades,
							impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.

Before adding or checking he oil•Place engine level.

•	Clean the oil fill area f any debris.				WARNING
Models with oil fill cap (Figure 2)					Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
1.	Remove the	il fill cap (A).			Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
2.	To add oil, p	ur the il sl	wly into the engine oil fill (B). Fill to point of overflowing.
3.	Replace and tighten the		il fill cap.
Models with extended dipstick (Figure 3)				When Starting Engine
1.	Remove the dipstick (C) and wipe with a clean cloth.			• Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are in
2.	Insert and tighten the dipstick.			place and secured.
				• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
3.	Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be at the top of the full indicator
				• If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position, move throttle
	(D) on the dipstick.
4.	To add oil, pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill (B). Do not overfill. After adding			(if equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine starts.
	oil, wait one minute and then recheck the oil level.
5.	Replace and tighten the dipstick.
Fuel Recommendations					WARNING
					Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Fuel must meet these requirements:					Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.
•	Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
				• Start and run engine outdoors.
•	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			• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open.
	butyl ether) is acceptable.

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