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Briggs & Stratton Engine 276352 Model 440000 Operating Instructions
Briggs & Stratton Engine 276352 Model 440000 Operating Instructions
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Operating & Maintenance Instructions Model 440000 Series covered in this manual FORM NO. 276352-10/05 PRINTED IN U.S.A. © Copyright 2005 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation www.briggsandstratton.com The Power That Works For You
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2 Safety References The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. 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. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death...
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3 Features 1. Dipstick/Oil fill 2. Rotating screen 3. Fuel pump 4. Air cleaner 5. Intake manifold 6. Choke control bracket 7. Carburetor 8. Speed control bracket 9. Engine Identification (Model-Type-Code) 10. Spark plug wire 11. Oil filter 12. Fuel filter (if equipped) 13. 12V electric starter 14. Oil drain plug 10 1 2 5 6 89 11 12 1314 10 7 3 4 3 4 1
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4 Safety Information Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WHEN ADDING FUEL Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. Do not overfill fuel tank. Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources. Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary. WHEN...
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5 Safety Information Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories. Traumatic amputation or severe lacera- tion can result. Operate equipment with guards in place. Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught. WARNING Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool before touching. Remove accumulated combustibles from muffler area and...
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6 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. 4. Insert key and turn to START. Note:To prolong starter life, use short starting cycles (5 seconds maximum, then wait one minute). Follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations for charging battery. 5....
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7 Add clean fresh fuel. Ensure there is nothing blocking the air intake of the engine. Check the air cleaner cartridge for dirt or debris that may be clogging air movement. If very dirty replace with new cartridge. Engine will not start. Drain excess oil from engine to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick. Check air cleaner filter for oil saturation. If saturated, clean or replace filter. DO NOT OVERFILL. Overfilling crankcase with oil may cause smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling or oil...
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8 Oil Capacity 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 Use a high quality detergent motor oil, 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 shown. Note:Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API certification mark and API service sym- bol (shown at left) with...
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9 Fuel Recommendations 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 protection use Briggs & Stratton Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer (P/N 5041 or single use pouch). This engine is certified to...
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10 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 aswell, 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....