Briggs Stratton 135200 User Manual

Operating & Maintenance

Instructions

Model Series

Covered in

This Manual

133200

134200

135200

136200

137200

Model

Type

Code

Note: General Model Series numbers noted above include many specific numbers

like the ones on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in

the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.

Month Day Year

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Engine Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Fuel and Starting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13

Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Parts and Service & Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of

these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor

bikes, aircraft products or vehicles intended for use in

competitive events. Use of these engines in such applications

could result in property damage, serious injury (including

paralysis), or even death.

In the USA and Canada our 24 hour hotline is

1-800-233-3723

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201

www.briggsandstratton.com

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 274784-9/00

274784

BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE

• Read entire Operating & Maintenance Instructions AND

the instructions for the equipment this engine powers.*

• Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury

or death.

THE OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CONTAIN SAFETY INFORMATION TO

• Make you aware of hazards associated with engines

• Inform you of the risk of injury associated with those hazards, and

• Tell you how to avoid or reduce the risk of injury.

The safety alert symbol

information about hazards that can result in personal injury.

( )

is used to identify safety

HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS

A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is

used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the

potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol

may be used to represent the type of hazard.

Fire

Moving Parts

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Shock

Explosion

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Hot Surface

Toxic Fumes

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not

avoided, might result in minor or moderate

injury.

CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the engine.

Kickback

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this prod-

uct contains chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive

harm.

* Briggs & Stratton does not necessarily know what equipment this engine will power. For that reason, you should carefully

read and understand the operating instructions for the equipment on which your engine is placed.

SAFETY

WARNING

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric

shock.

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable

and explosive.

Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement,

traumatic amputation, or laceration.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

• Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2

BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR

REPAIRS

minutes before removing gas cap.

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

• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately

1/2 inch below lowest portion of fill opening to allow

for fuel expansion.

• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from

spark plug.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only

engines with electric start).

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames,

pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

WHEN TESTING FOR SPARK

• Use approved spark plug tester.

• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently

for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.

• Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.

WHEN STARTING ENGINE

• Make sure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air

cleaner are in place.

• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

WARNING

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting

engine.

• If engine floods, set choke to OPEN/RUN position,

place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts.

Starting engine creates sparking.

Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases.

Explosion and fire could result.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which

causes gasoline to spill.

• Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.

• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

start engine.

• Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off

• Do not use pressurized starting fluids because

valve OFF.

vapors are flammable.

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIPMENT

WITH FUEL IN TANK

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or

other appliances that have pilot light or other

ignition source because they can ignite gasoline

vapors.

SAFETY

WARNING

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless,

colorless, poison gas.

Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet,

hair, clothing, or accessories.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,

fainting or death.

Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can

result.

• Start and run engine outdoors.

• Operate equipment with guards in place.

• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.

• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if

doors or windows are open.

• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling

drawstrings or items that could become caught.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat. Engine parts,

especially muffler, become extremely hot.

Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.

Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush,

etc. can catch fire.

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.

• Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool

before touching.

• Remove accumulated combustibles from muffler

• When starting engine, pull cord slowly until

area and cylinder area.

resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.

• Install and maintain in working order a spark

arrester before using equipment on forest-covered,

grass-covered, brush-covered unimproved land.

The state of California requires this (Section 4442

of the California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal land.

• Remove all external equipment/engine loads

before starting engine.

• Direct coupled equipment components such as,

but not limited to, blades, impellors, pulleys,

sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.

ENGINE PARTS

1. Finger guard/Rotating screen

2. Rope handle

9. OIL GARD light (if equipped)

10. Blower housing

3. Fuel fill

11. Carburetor

4. Control levers

5. Air cleaner

6. Spark plug wire

7. Dipstick/Oil fill tube (if equipped)

12. Muffler/(Muffler guard, if equipped)/

(Spark arrester, if equipped)

13. Oil drain plug

14. Oil fill cap

15. Oil level

8. Engine

Model

xxxxx

Type

Code

xxxxxxxx

xxxx xx

16. 12V electric starter (if equipped)

GENERAL INFORMATION

ENGINE MODEL

This is a single cylinder, L-head, air-cooled engine. It is a

low emissions engine.

THE INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS USED

ON THE ENGINE OR

IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDE:

MODEL SERIES 130000

Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9/16 in. (65.09 mm)

Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7/16 in. (61.91 mm)

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.57 cu. in. (206.0 cc)

Read Owner’s

Safety Alert

On Off

Manual

Note: For practical operation, the horsepower loading

should not exceed 85% of rated horsepower. Engine power

will decrease 3-1/2% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters)

above sea level and 1% for each 10° F (5.6° C) above 77° F

(25° C). It will operate satisfactorily at an angle up to 15°.

Stop

Fuel

Oil

TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS

Armature air gap . . . 0.010 – 0.014 in. (0.25 – 0.36 mm)

Spark plug gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.030 in. (0.76 mm)

Fuel Shutoff

Choke

Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 1/4 in.

(6 mm) past top dead center (check when engine is cold).

See Repair Manual P/N 270962.

Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.005 – 0.007 in. (0.13 – 0.18 mm)

Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . 0.009 – 0.011 in. (0.23 – 0.28 mm)

274784

OIL

SAE Viscosity Grades

CAUTION: This engine is shipped from Briggs &

Stratton without oil. Check oil level before starting

engine. If you start the engine without oil, the engine

will be damaged beyond repair and will not be

covered under warranty.

OIL CAPACITY

The engine holds approximately 2/3 qt (21 ozs; 0.6 liter).

TYPE OF OIL TO USE

-20

-30

32 40

100

°F

°C

-20

-10

STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

• Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service

SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton

30W, Part Number 100005 (20 oz) or 100028 (48 oz).

• Do not use special additives.

• Choose a viscosity according to the table opposite.

CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than

automotive engines. The use of non-synthetic

multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) in

temperatures above 40° F (4° C) will result in higher

than normal oil consumption. When using a

multi-viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.

Note: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API

certification mark and API service symbol

(shown at left) with “SJ/CF ENERGY CON-

SERVING” or higher, is an acceptable oil at all

temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does not

alter required oil change intervals.

** CAUTION: SAE 30 oil, if used below 40° F (4° C), will

result in hard starting and possible engine bore

damage due to inadequate lubrication.

CHECKING AND ADDING OIL

• Check oil level before starting the engine.

• Check level daily, or after every eight (8) hours.

• Keep oil level at FULL.

CAUTION: OIL GARD (if equipped), see page 8.

• Do not overfill.

Note: If this engine is equipped with gear reduction, see gear reduction oil filling instructions on page 11.

FULL

High Oil Fill

(if equipped)

[2] Remove dipstick and wipe clean with

[3] Add oil, if needed. Pour slowly - recheck.

[1] Place engine level and

clean around oil fill area.

cloth. Replace and tighten dipstick.

Remove and check oil level.

[4] Replace and tighten dipstick.

Low Oil Fill

OIL LEVEL

[2] Remove oil fill cap.

[1] Place engine level and

clean around oil fill area.

[3] Replace and tighten

oil fill cap.

Fill to point of overflowing.

FUEL

• This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust

TYPE OF FUEL TO USE

Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).

• Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 77 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.

• Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol.

• Do not mix oil with gasoline.

• For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton Gasoline

Additive available from your Authorized Briggs &

Stratton Dealer (P/N 5041 or single use pouch).

CAUTION: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformu-

lated gasoline, are gasoline blended with alcohols or

ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends can damage

the fuel system or cause performance problems. If any

undesirable operating symptoms occur, use gasoline

with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.

ADDING FUEL

WARNING

Fuel Fill

[1] Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area,

away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,

and other ignition sources.

[4] Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1/2 inch

below lowest portion of fill opening to allow for fuel

expansion. Be careful not to overfill.

Briggs & Stratton Smart-fill fuel can fills to the

correct level and automatically shuts off, reducing

spills and emissions.

[2] If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting

engine.

[3] Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2

minutes before removing gas cap.

[5] Replace cap before starting.

STARTING

OIL GARD

WARNING

If engine is equipped with OIL GARD , and if engine runs

low on oil, light on engine warns of low oil level. If light

flickers and engine cannot be started, or has stopped and

cannot be restarted, add oil. Fill to point of overflowing at oil

fill cap or to FULL mark on dipstick. Do not over-fill.

• Do not use pressurized starting fluids.

• Vapors are flammable.

STARTING AND OPERATING TIPS

♦ Store and fuel equipment in level position.

♦ Use fresh fuel. (See Fuel.)

♦ Periodically remove any debris buildup from the

machine (See Maintenance.)

♦ After engine has started, let it warm up several

seconds to several minutes, depending on outside

temperature.

♦ Use correct type of oil for expected starting

temperature. (See Oil.)

♦ Remove external equipment/engine loads. (See

♦ For maximum performance and life, operate engine

equipment operating instructions.)

with choke in RUN and throttle in FAST.

STARTING AND STOPPING

REWIND (MANUAL) STARTER

TO START ENGINE

Choke

FULL

Throttle

OIL LEVEL

[2] Move throttle (if equipped) to FAST. Operate engine with throttle in FAST.

[3] Move choke lever to CHOKE.

[1] Check oil level (see p. 7).

[6] Let engine warm up.

Choke Equipped: Move

choke

control

lever

toward RUN a short dis-

tance at a time over sev-

eral seconds in warm

weather or minutes in cold

weather. Let engine run

smoothly before each

change. Operate with

choke in RUN.

WARNING

Stop

[4] Move stop lever (if

equipped) to ON.

[5] Grasp rope handle. Pull

slowly until resistance is

felt, then pull rapidly to

start engine and avoid

kickback.

TO STOP ENGINE

CAUTION: Do not stop engine by moving choke

control to CHOKE. Backfire, fire or engine damage

could occur.

Throttle

Stop

[1] Move

throttle

(if

[2] Move stop lever (if

equipped) to STOP/OFF.

equipped) to SLOW, then

to OFF/STOP.

STARTING AND STOPPING

ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER (if equipped)

TO START ENGINE

Choke

FULL

Throttle

OIL LEVEL

[2] Move throttle (if equipped) to FAST. Operate engine with throttle in FAST.

[3] Move choke control lever to CHOKE.

[1] Check oil level (see p. 7).

[6] Let engine warm up.

Choke Equipped: Move

choke

control

lever

toward RUN a short dis-

tance at a time over sev-

eral seconds in warm

weather or minutes in cold

weather. Let engine run

smoothly before each

change. Operate with

choke in RUN.

Stop

[4] Move stop lever (if

equipped) to ON.

[5] Insert key and turn to

START.

CAUTION: To prolong starter life, use short

starting cycles (5 seconds maximum, then wait

one minute). Follow equipment manufacturer’s

recommendations for charging battery.

TO STOP ENGINE

Stop

Throttle

[1] Move throttle

(if

[2] Turn key to OFF. Remove

key and store out of reach

of children.

[3] Move stop lever (if

equipped) to STOP/OFF.

equipped) to SLOW.

MAINTENANCE

EMISSION CONTROL

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.

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.

Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below.

Task

Perform task at hourly

or calendar interval,

whichever comes first.

Check Oil Level

Change Oil

CHANGING OIL

OIL FILL

CAP

Change oil in gear re-

duction (if equipped)

Service air cleaner

pre-cleaner (if equipped)

1/4” HEX

4**

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

Service air cleaner car-

tridge (if not equipped

with pre-cleaner)

PIPE

Typical drain plugs

Service air cleaner car-

tridge (if equipped with

pre-cleaner)

[1] Place engine level.

WARNING

4**

[2] Disconnect spark plug

wire and keep it away

from spark plug. Discon-

nect battery (if equipped

with electric starter) at

negative terminal.

Inspect spark arrester

(if equipped)

Replace spark plug

[3] With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain

plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

Clean cooling system

4**

Clean combustion

chamber

[4] Reinstall drain plug. Remove dipstick or oil fill cap.

[5] Add about 2/3 quart (21 ounces; 0.6 liter) new oil.

Fill to FULL line on dipstick or to point of

overflowing at oil fill cap. Do not overfill.

Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every

50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours

when operating the engine under heavy load or in high

temperatures.

[6] Replace dipstick or oil fill cap.

FULL

** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when

airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if

very dirty.

CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product.

Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with

household waste. Check with your local authorities,

service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling

facilities.

OIL LEVEL

High Oil Fill (if equipped)

Low Oil Fill

MAINTENANCE

CHANGING OIL IN GEAR REDUCTION (if

equipped)

Change oil in gear reduction after every 100 hours of

operation.

REMOVING and RE-INSTALLING AIR CLEANER

[1] Loosen screws and remove cover.

[2] Remove pre-cleaner (if equipped) and cartridge

carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor.

OIL FILLER PLUG

VENT HOLE

[3] Re-install clean (or new) air cleaner assembly in base.

[4] Replace cover and tighten screws.

4 GEAR CASE

COVER SCREWS

CLEANING PRE-CLEANER AND CARTRIDGE

CAUTION: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to

clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage

cartridge; solvents will dissolve cartridge.

OIL LEVEL

PLUG

[1] To drain oil, loosen 4 gear case cover screws and

drain oil into appropriate receptacle.

[2] After draining, torque 4 screws to 85 in-lbs.

Pre-cleaner

[3] To refill, pour SAE 30 oil into oil fill hole until it runs

out level check hole.

To clean pre-cleaner (if equipped), separate it from

cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze

dry in a clean cloth. Saturate in engine oil. Squeeze in

clean, absorbent cloth to remove all EXCESS oil.

[4] Replace both oil plugs.

Note: Oil filler plug has a vent hole and must be installed

on top of gear case cover.

Cartridge

To clean cartridge, gently tap pleated paper side on a flat

surface.

AIR CLEANER

All engines have an air cleaner cartridge. In addition, some

engines have a pre-cleaner.

SCREWS

COVER

PRE–CLEANER

P/N 491435

CARTRIDGE

P/N 491588

OR 5043

BASE

MAINTENANCE

ENGINE AND ENGINE PARTS

We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine

and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts.

If you perform any maintenance on the engine, first disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug, and disconnect the battery at the negative terminal (electric

WARNING

starter engines only) to prevent unintentional sparking. Unintentional sparking can

result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement,

traumatic amputation or laceration. Use only correct tools.

• Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may

later shatter during operation.

WARNING

• Do not tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to increase engine speed.

MUFFLER

COMBUSTION DEPOSITS

We recommend that after every 100-300 hours you have

an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer remove

combustion deposits from the cylinder, cylinder head, top

of piston, and around valves.

Replacement parts for the

muffler must be the same and

installed in the same position

as the original parts, other-

wise fire can occur.

WARNING

FUEL SYSTEM

Replacement parts for fuel

If muffler is equipped with

spark arrester screen, re-

move screen for inspection. Replace screen if damaged or

plugged.

system (cap, hoses, tanks,

WARNING

filters, etc.) must be the same

as original parts, otherwise

fire can occur.

SPARK PLUG

Use only Briggs & Stratton Spark Tester (part number

19368) to check for spark.

AIR COOLING SYSTEM

We recommend

cleaning the air

cooling system

every 100 hours.

Note: In some areas, local

.030” (0.76 mm)

WIRE GAGE

law requires using resistor

spark plug to suppress

ignition signals. If this en-

gine

was

originally

CLEAN

OUT

DEBRIS

equipped with resistor

spark plug, use same type

for replacement.

RESISTOR P/N 802592

STANDARD P/N 492167

Engine parts should be kept

CLEANING DEBRIS

WARNING

clean to reduce the risk of

overheating and ignition of

accumulated debris.

CAUTION: Do not use water to clean engine parts.

Water could contaminate fuel system. Use a brush

or dry cloth.

CLEAN

Daily or before every use,

clean accumulated debris

from engine. Keep link-

age, spring and controls

clean. Keep area around

and behind muffler free of

any combustible debris.

CLEAN

Finger Guard

Linkage, Springs, Controls

Muffler, Spark Arrester

ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE (manual choke)

THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT

If the engine does not start or if it runs roughly, the remote

throttle control may need adjustment. See your authorized

Briggs & Stratton dealer or follow the instructions below.

WARNING

CASING

CLAMP SCREW

CASING/WIRE

[1] Loosen casing clamp screw on carburetor or on

control lever bracket.

[2] Move casing/wire in direction of arrow to end of travel.

[3] Move throttle control to FAST position.

[4] Tighten casing clamp screw. Replace air cleaner.

Prevent unintentional starting.

Before performing adjustments:

• Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only

engines with electric start).

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.

Manual choke or manual throttle control needs no

adjustment.

Air cleaner and air cleaner cover must be assembled to

carburetor before starting engine. (Air cleaner is shown

removed in illustration below for clarity ONLY.)

The carburetor on this engine is equipped with an idle

speed adjustment screw.

TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE (remote choke)

WASHER

BELL

CRANK

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Governed idle has been set to 1750 rpm at the factory. The

idle mixture valve on this engine is not adjustable.

THROTTLE

LEVER

THROTTLE

STOP

CASING

CLAMP

SCREW

[1] Loosen casing clamp screw on carburetor or

control plate.

NON-ADJUSTABLE

IDLE MIXTURE VALVE

IDLE SPEED SCREW

[2] Push bell crank either way until it just touches

[1] To adjust idle speed, start engine and warm up

about 5 minutes.

[2] Then with engine running, place equipment throttle

control in SLOW position.

washer.

[3] Move throttle control to FAST position.

[4] Tighten casing clamp screw. Replace air cleaner.

[3] Rotate carburetor throttle lever against the throttle

stop and hold it while adjusting the idle speed screw

to obtain 1100 rpm (use a tachometer).

TO ADJUST REMOTE STOP SWITCH

Note: Engines operated at approximately 3000 to 5000

feet (900 to 1500 meters) above sea level may require a

high altitude carburetor pilot jet. If erratic performance is

observed, contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service

Dealer for cost to install/purchase a high altitude carburetor

pilot jet, if available.

[1] Lever on carburetor or control plate should make good

contact with remote stop switch. Readjust if necessary.

[2] Check operation of throttle control.

SERVICE & STORAGE

An illustrated shop manual includes

PARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS &

STRATTON PARTS

common specifications and detailed in-

formation covering adjustment, tune-up

and repair of Briggs & Stratton single

cylinder, L-head, 4 cycle engines. It is

available for purchase from an Autho-

rized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer or

you can order it from the factory. Write:

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

BRIGGS & STRATTON

PART NO. (or equivalent)

PART

Flat air cleaner cartridge

Flat air cleaner pre-cleaner

Oil

491588 (5043)

491435

100005 or 100028

5041

Gas additive

Attn: Service Division

Part No. 270962

Resistor spark plug

Standard spark plug

Long life platinum spark plug

802592

492167

P. O. Box 1144

Milwaukee, WI 53201

5062

(used on most L-head engines)

Spark plug wrench

Spark tester

89838 (5023)

19368

Oil pump kit

5056

(uses standard electric drill to remove oil from engine quickly)

SERVICE

See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. Each

one carries a stock of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts and

is equipped with special service tools. Trained mechanics

assure expert repair service on all Briggs & Stratton

engines. Only dealers advertising as “Authorized Briggs &

Stratton” are required to meet Briggs & Stratton standards.

When you purchase equipment powered by a

Briggs & Stratton engine, you are assured of

highly skilled, reliable service at more than

30,000

Authorized

Service

Dealers

worldwide, including more than 3,600 Master

Service Technicians. Look for these signs

wherever Briggs & Stratton service is offered.

You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs & Stratton

Service Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site

“

”

directory under “Engines, Gasoline” or “Gasoline

Engines,” or “Lawn Mowers” or similar category.

Note: Walking fingers logo and “Yellow Pages” are regis-

tered trademarks in various jurisdictions.

SERVICE & STORAGE

[2] While engine is still warm, change oil.

STORAGE

[3] Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 oz. (15 ml) of

engine oil into cylinder. Replace spark plug and crank

slowly to distribute oil.

Engines stored over 30 days need special attention.

[1] To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on

essential carburetor parts:

[4] Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass.

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. Single – use pouches of

gas additive are available from your service dealer.) If

you use a gas additive, run the engine for several

minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor.

Then, engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months.

[5]

Store in a clean, dry area.

WARNING Do not store in same area

as a stove, furnace, water

heater, or other appliance

that uses a pilot light or

has a device that can

create a spark.

(

)

Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB)

and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA)

Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations)

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE

TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995

AND THEREAFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA, AND

TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES

WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED ELSEWHERE IN THE

UNITED STATES (AND AFTER JANUARY 1, 2001 IN CANADA).

California and United States Emission Control Defects Warranty Statement

The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. EPA and B&S are

pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your

model year 2000 and later small off-road engine (SORE). In California,

new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to

meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. Elsewhere in the

United States, new non-road, spark-ignition engines certified for model

year 1997 and later, must meet similar standards set forth by the U.S.

EPA. B&S must warrant the emission control system on your engine for

the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, ne-

glect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.

Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor,

air cleaner, ignition system, muffler and catalytic converter. Also in-

cluded may be connectors and other emission related assemblies.

Where a warrantable condition exists, B&S will repair your small off-

road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

Briggs & Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage

Small off-road engines are warranted relative to emission control

parts defects for a period of two years, subject to provisions set forth

below. If any covered part on your engine is defective, the part will be

repaired or replaced by B&S.

Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the per-

formance of the required maintenance listed in your Operating and

Maintenance Instructions. B&S recommends that you retain all your

receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but

B&S cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your

failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an

Authorized B&S Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists. The

undisputed warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable

amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and re-

sponsibilities, you should contact a B&S Service Representative at

1-414-259-5262.

The emission warranty is a defects warranty. Defects are judged on

normal engine performance. The warranty is not related to an in-use

emission test.

As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware

that B&S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road en-

gine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-

nance or unapproved modifications.

Briggs & Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions

The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage. It is in addition to the B&S engine warranty

for non-regulated engines found in the Operating and Maintenance Instructions.

1. Warranted Parts

3. No Charge

Repair or replacement of any Warranted Part will be performed

Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed be-

low (the emission control systems parts) to the extent these

parts were present on the engine purchased.

at no charge to the owner, including diagnostic labor which leads

to the determination that a Warranted Part is defective, if the

diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized B&S Service

Dealer. For emissions warranty service contact your nearest Au-

thorized B&S Service Dealer as listed in the “Yellow Pages” un-

der “Engines, Gasoline,” “Gasoline Engines,” “Lawn Mowers,”

or similar category.

a. Fuel Metering System

•

Cold start enrichment system

Carburetor and internal parts

Fuel Pump

4. Claims and Coverage Exclusions

b. Air Induction System

Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provisions

of the B&S Engine Warranty Policy. Warranty coverage shall be

excluded for failures of Warranted Parts which are not original

B&S parts or because of abuse, neglect or improper mainte-

nance as set forth in the B&S Engine Warranty Policy. B&S is not

liable to cover failures of Warranted Parts caused by the use of

add-on, non-original, or modified parts.

•

Air cleaner

Intake manifold

c. Ignition System

•

Spark plug(s)

Magneto ignition system

5. Maintenance

d. Catalyst System

Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for replacement as re-

quired maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspec-

tion to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be war-

ranted as to defects for the warranty period. Any Warranted Part

which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance

shall be warranted as to defects only for the period of time up to

the first scheduled replacement for that part. Any replacement

part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used

in the performance of any maintenance or repairs. The owner is

responsible for the performance of all required maintenance, as

defined in the B&S Operating and Maintenance Instructions.

•

Catalytic converter

Exhaust manifold

Air injection system or pulse valve

e. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems

•

Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves

and switches

•

Connectors and assemblies

2. Length of Coverage

B&S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser

that the Warranted Parts shall be free from defects in materials

and workmanship which caused the failure of the Warranted

Parts for a period of two years from the date the engine is deliv-

ered to a retail purchaser.

6. Consequential Coverage

Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any engine

components caused by the failure of any Warranted Part still un-

der warranty.

In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information.

About your engine warranty: (see next page for statement of LIMITED 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. Similarly, warranty is void if the serial

number of the engine has been removed or the engine has

been altered or modified.

4. Parts which are scored or broken because an engine was

operated with insufficient or contaminated lubricating oil,

or an incorrect grade of lubricating oil (check oil level daily

or after every 8 hours of operation. Refill when necessary

and change at recommended intervals.) OIL GARD

may not shut down running engine. Engine damage may

occur if oil level is not properly maintained. Read Operat-

ing & Maintenance Instructions.

5. Repair or adjustment of associated parts or assemblies

such as clutches, transmissions, remote controls, etc.,

which are not manufactured by Briggs & Stratton.

If a customer differs with the decision of the Service Dealer, an

investigation will be made to determine whether the warranty

applies. Ask the Service Dealer to submit all supporting facts to

his Distributor or the Factory for review. If the Distributor or the

Factory decides that the claim is justified, the customer will be

fully reimbursed for those items that are defective. To avoid

misunderstanding which might occur between the customer

and the Dealer, listed below are some of the causes of engine

failure that the warranty does not cover.

6. Damage or wear to parts caused by dirt, which entered

the engine because of improper air cleaner maintenance,

re-assembly, or use of a non-original air cleaner element

or cartridge. (At recommended intervals, clean and re-oil

the Oil-Foam element or the foam pre-cleaner, and re-

place the cartridge.) Read Operating & Maintenance

Instructions.

7. Parts damaged by overspeeding, or overheating caused

by grass, debris, or dirt, which plugs or clogs the cooling

fins, or flywheel area, or damage caused by operating the

engine in a confined area without sufficient ventilation.

(Clean fins on the cylinder, cylinder head and flywheel at

recommended intervals.) Read Operating & Maintenance

Instructions.

Normal wear:

Engines, like all mechanical devices, need periodic parts ser-

vice and replacement to perform well. Warranty will not cover

repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or an

engine.

Improper maintenance:

8. Engine or equipment parts broken by excessive vibration

caused by a loose engine mounting, loose cutter blades,

unbalanced blades or loose or unbalanced impellers, im-

proper attachment of equipment to engine crankshaft,

overspeeding or other abuse in operation.

The life of an engine depends upon the conditions under

which it operates, and the care it receives. Some applications,

such as tillers, pumps and rotary mowers, are very often used

in dusty or dirty conditions, which can cause what appears to

be premature wear. Such wear, when caused by dirt, dust,

spark plug cleaning grit, or other abrasive material that has

entered the engine because of improper maintenance, is not

covered by warranty.

9. A bent or broken crankshaft, caused by striking a solid ob-

ject with the cutter blade of a rotary lawn mower, or exces-

sive v-belt tightness.

10. Routine tune-up or adjustment of the engine.

This warranty covers engine related defective material

and/or workmanship only, and not replacement or refund

of the equipment to which the engine may be mounted.

Nor does the warranty extend to repairs required be-

cause of:

1. PROBLEMS CAUSED BY PARTS THAT ARE NOT

ORIGINAL BRIGGS & STRATTON PARTS.

2. Equipment controls or installations that prevent starting,

cause unsatisfactory engine performance, or shorten en-

gine life. (Contact equipment manufacturer.)

Warranty is available only through service dealers which

have been authorized by Briggs & Stratton Corporation.

Your nearest Authorized Service Dealer is listed in the

“Yellow Pages ” of your telephone directory under “En-

gines, Gasoline” or “Gasoline Engines,” “Lawn Mow-

ers,” or similar category.

3. Leaking carburetors, clogged fuel pipes, sticking valves,

or other damage, caused by using contaminated or stale

fuel. (Use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline and Briggs &

Stratton gasoline stabilizer, Part No. 5041.)

Briggs & Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: Design D-247,177 (Other Patents Pending)

5,852,951

5,823,153

5,819,513

5,765,713

5,645,025

5,642,701

5,606,948

5,548,955

5,546,901

5,503,125

5,501,203

5,497,679

5,320,795

5,271,363

5,269,713

5,265,700

5,243,878

5,235,943

5,197,425

5,197,422

5,191,864

5,188,069

5,186,142

5,138,996

5,105,331

5,086,890

5,070,829

5,058,544

5,040,644

5,040,503

5,009,208

4,996,956

4,995,357

4,977,879

4,971,219

4,895,119

4,875,448

4,819,593

4,719,682

4,694,792

4,684,917

4,633,556

4,630,498

4,522,080

4,520,288

4,453,507

4,430,984

4,355,253

DES. 309,458

DES. 309,457

DES. 308,872

DES. 308,871

In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information.

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY

effective July 1, 1999

Replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties

dated before July 1, 1999

LIMITED WARRANTY

“Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts of the engine that are 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 the time periods and subject to the conditions provided for in this

policy. For warranty service contact your nearest Authorized Service Dealer as listed in the ‘Yellow Pages ’ under ‘Engines,

Gasoline,’ ‘Gasoline Engines,’ ‘Lawn Mowers’ or similar category. THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. IM-

PLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE

ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM PURCHASE, OR TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ANY AND ALL IMPLIED

WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED. LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES

ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW. Some states do not allow limitations on how

long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-

ages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.”

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

F. P. Stratton, Jr.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

WARRANTY PERIOD

WITHIN U.S.A. AND CANADA

OUTSIDE U.S.A. AND CANADA

CONSUMER

COMMERCIAL

CONSUMER

COMMERCIAL

ENGINES

USE*

All Vanguard engines.

2 year – engine

}

All Diamond Plus , Industrial Plus , I/C

engines and sleeve bore Intek series.

2 year

1 year

2 year

}

1 year

Quantum and Diamond Power .

90 days

{

}

90 days

All standard engines and Kool Bore Intek series

installed on lawn mowers, riders, edgers,

chippers, shredders, tillers, and all Sno/Gard

engines.

2 year

1 year

90 days

1 year

90 days

All other standard engines and Classic series.

1 year

For purposes of this warranty policy, “consumer use” means personal residential household use by the original retail consumer.

“Commercial use” means all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once an engine

has experienced commercial use, it shall thereafter be considered as a commercial use engine for purposes of this warranty.

Engines used in competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warrantied.

{

}

One (1) year in Australia, New Zealand, Middle East and Africa.

One (1) year in India.

NO WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD IS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINES.

YOU MUST SAVE THE PURCHASE RECEIPT. A PROOF OF PURCHASE DATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY.

In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded messages offering you engine maintenance information.

(

)

(

)

(

)

(

)

(

I L

)

D É

(

)

(

)

(

)

r e

o n

i Ć

)

(

•

t é

t e

(

)

c e

d è

f i

d '

t u

Admiral AAW 08CR1FHUE User Manual
Brother MFC 8380DN User Manual
Carrier 48SS042 User Manual
Casio CELVIANO AP 31V User Manual
Epson Stylus Photo RX500 User Manual
Epson WF 3540 User Manual
Friedrich PDXDAA User Manual
Graco Baby Accessories PD162117C User Manual
HP Hewlett Packard LaserJet 3015 User Manual
HP Hewlett Packard Officejet J4580 All in One User Manual