290000, 300000, 350000, 380000 GB E F Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 www.briggsandstratton.com Operating & Maintenance Instructions Instrucciones de Mantenimiento & Operación Instructions d’utilisation et de maintenance © Copyright 2006 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation FORM NO. MS-5249--03/06 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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GB GB Note: (This note applies only to engines used in the U.S.A.) Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. However, to obtain no charge repairs under the terms and provisions of the Briggs & Stratton warranty statement, any service or emission control part repair or replacement must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
GB SAFETY WARNING WARNING Starting engine creates sparking. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases. Explosion and fire could result. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. • If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine. • Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable. WHEN ADDING FUEL • Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap.
GB FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS GASOLINE POWERED ENGINES WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration. This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emission control system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications). Always use gasoline that meets these requirements: • Clean, fresh unleaded gasoline. • A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). If operating at high altitude, see below.
GB STARTING MAINTENANCE CAUTION: This engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton WITHOUT oil. Check oil level. If you start the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty. See Oil section for recommendations, capacity and filling details. WARNING To prevent accidental starting, disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug before servicing. Do not strike the flywheel with hammer or hard object.
GB CHANGING ENGINE OIL - SEE FIGURE VALVE CLEARANCE 7 Gasoline Engines Check valve clearance yearly (intake and exhaust .10-.15 mm). LPG / NG Engines Valve clearance must be checked after every 100 hours of operation. Adjust if necessary. Change oil after first 8 hours of operation. 1. Change oil while engine is warm. 2. Remove oil drain plug to drain oil. 3. Refill with new oil of recommended SAE viscosity grade. 4. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick. MUFFLER - SEE FIGURE OIL FILTER , IF EQUIPPED.
GB STORAGE ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Mix fuel stabilizer with fuel in tank or storage container. Run engine for a short time to circulate stabilizer through carburetor and engine. Engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months. If fuel stabilizer is not used, you need to drain gasoline from equipment prior to storage. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
GB 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) California, United States and Canada Emissions Control Defects Warranty Statement 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).
GB BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective January 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before January 1, 2006. 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 product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser.
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