Operator’s Manual Model 400000 Intek Extended Life Series BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com Model 440000 Intek ECopyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A. Extended Life Series Form No. 277103-3/07 Printed in U.S.A.
Safety References SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENGINE: Fire Read Operating Manual Explosion Oil Kickback Fuel Hot Surface Fuel Shutoff Toxic Fumes On Off CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. Moving Parts Run CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the engine.
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Safety Information WARNING WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. WHEN ADDING FUEL S Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. S Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. S Do not overfill fuel tank.
Safety Information S S S S WARNING WARNING Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration. Operate equipment with guards in place. Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
Starting 1. Check oil level. Ensure level is at FULL mark on dipstick. Use a high quality motor oil. Review oil recommendations for selection of oil grade for expected starting temperature. 2. Open the fuel shut-off valve, if equipped. 3. Move choke control to CHOKE and speed control to FAST or RUN. CAUTION Operation of this engine is for the application it was intended. All the components used to build this engine assembly must remain in place for the proper operation of this engine.
Troubleshooting Engine will not start. r Out of Fuel S Add clean fresh fuel. r Engine Flooded S Move CHOKE to RUN position. Turn engine over (use short starting cycles 5 seconds, then wait a minute) until engine starts. r Low Oil S Check oil level with dipstick. S Refer to Oil Pressure Switch in Maintenance section of this manual. r Spark Plug Fouling S Remove spark plug. Clean, check gap, re-install. Refer to Maintenance section for details.
Oil Capacity SAE Viscosity Grades Engine without oil filter holds approximately 1-7/8 quarts (60 ounces; 1.8 liter). ** * Engine equipped with oil filter holds approximately 2 quarts (64 ounces; 1.9 liters). Recommendations S Use a high quality detergent motor oil, such as Briggs & Stratton 30W, Part Number 100005 (20 oz) or 100028 (48 oz). S DO NOT use special additives. °F -20 °C -30 Checking and Adding Oil 1. 2. 3. 4. Place engine level. Clean around dipstick and oil fill.
Fuel Recommendations S Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used within 30 days. S Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol. S Do not mix oil with gasoline. S For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer (P/N 5041 or single use pouch).
Maintenance Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the engine, and may result in injury. In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty. Emission Control Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.
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. Place engine/equipment level. 2. Change oil with engine OFF but still warm. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Clean around oil drain plug and remove. Drain oil into appropriate receptacle. Reinstall drain plug. Clean around dipstick and remove. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick with new oil. DO NOT OVERFILL. Note: See Oil Capacity. 8.
Extended Life Seriest Air Cleaner 1. To remove, loosen the screws of the air cleaner cover and pull cover off. 2. The air cleaner cartridge is located under the cover. To remove the cartridge, pull up along the outside edge until it snaps out. 3. Inspect the cartridge and brush off any dirt or debris. Clean engine around air cleaner area. CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or a solvents to clean cartridge. (They may damage the cartridge.
Flat Panel Air Cleaner 1. See illustration for removing and installing air cleaner cover. 2. Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge, and foam pre-cleaner (if equipped) to prevent debris from entering carburetor. 3. Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water to clean. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth. Saturate with engine oil. Remove ALL EXCESS oil on pre-cleaner by squeezing inside a clean absorbent cloth. CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or a solvents to clean cartridge. (They may damage the cartridge.
Carburetor Adjustment The carburetor on this engine is not adjustable. Engines operated above 5000 feet (1524 meters) may require a high altitude carburetor main jet. Contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for high altitude carburetor main jet information. WARNING The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies top speed at which the engine will be operated. DO NOT EXCEED this speed.
Storage Engines stored over 30 days need special attention. 1. To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts: a) if fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated gasoline (gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether), run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or b) if fuel tank contains gasoline, either run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or add a gasoline additive to the gas in the tank. (See parts list.
Specifications We recommend that you contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. In the state of California, Model 400000 and 440000 engines are certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions standards for 250 hours.
Warranty Information Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. EPA and B&S are pleased to explain the Emissions Control System Warranty on your small off-road engine (SORE).
ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. For example, warranty would not apply if engine damage occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, shipping, handling, warehousing or improper installation.
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective 12/06 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the engine that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below.