Briggs & Stratton Engine 276344 Operators Manual
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Operator’s Manual BRIGGSandSTRATTON.comCopyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.Form No. 276344-9/06 Printed in U.S.A. Models Covered in This Manual Include Gasoline, Natural Gas and Liquid Propane Gas Engines Model 210000 Power Built Intek I/C Model 280000 Intek I/C Extended Life Series Model 310000 Intek I/C Extended Life Series
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Information 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel and Starting Information 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and Stopping 8-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance 10-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parts and Service & Storage 15. . . . ....
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3 SAFETY Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WARNING WHEN FUELING •Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing cap or refueling engine. •Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. •On GASOLINE operated engines, do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. •Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other...
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4 SAFETY Starting engine creates sparking. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases. Explosion and fire could result. WARNING •If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine. •Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable. WARNING •When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. •Remove all external equipment/engine loads before starting engine. •Direct coupled equipment components such as, but not limited to, blades,...
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5 ENGINE INFORMATION 1.Oil drain 2.Oil fill/Dipstick 3.Rotating screen 4.Air cleaner handle 5.Muffler/(Muffler guard (if equipped)/ (Spark arrester, if equipped) 6.12 V electric starter (if equipped) 7.Rewind starter handle (if equipped)8.Fuel pump (if equipped) 9.In-line fuel filter (if equipped) 10.Carburetor or LPG / NG Mixer 11.Oil filter (if equipped) 12.Air cleaner cover 13.Spark plug wire 14.Engine Model Type Code xxxxx xxxx xx xxxxxxxx 7 1112 9 8 10 234 6 1 513 14 GENERAL INFORMATION ENGINE...
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6 OIL 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 Engine without oil filter: Approximately 44 ounces (1.30 liters) Engine with oil filter: Approximately 48 ounces (1.42 liters) TYPE OF OIL TO USE •Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton 30W,...
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7 [1] Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill. [2] Replace cap before starting. FUEL TYPE OF FUEL TO USE •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. •Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol. •Do not mix oil with gasoline. •For engine...
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8 STARTING WARNING •Do not use pressurized starting fluids. •Vapors are flammable. WARNING •DO NOT start engine with air filter or cover not properly installed. Serious injury or death could result from backfire. OIL PRESSURE SWITCH If engine is equipped with an oil pressure switch, the switch will either activate a warning light or stop the engine when the engine runs low on oil. (Read the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer to determine which way your engine is equipped...
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9 STARTING [1] 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. [2] Let engine warm up. If choke equipped: Slowly adjust toward RUN position. Wait until engine runs smoothly before each choke adjustment. ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER WARNING [3] Let engine warm up. If choke equipped: Slowly adjust toward RUN position. Wait until engine runs smoothly before...
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10 MAINTENANCE 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...