Briggs & Stratton Engine 277102 Operators Manual

Operator’s Manual
Quick Start Guide
on page 6
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Copyright  Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A. Form No. 277102-9/06
Printed in U.S.A.
Model 120000Intek 825 / 850 / 875 Series
Intek Edge 825 / 850 Series
Intek Pro 825 Series 

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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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Features
1. Rewind rope handle
2 . Fuel cap
3. Air cleaner
4. Primer bulb
5. Spark plug wire6 . Engine identification
Model Type and Date Code
7. Oil fill and dipstick
8. Side oil drain, if equipped
9. Muffler and spark arrester, if
equipped
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3
2
1
6
5
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Operator Safety
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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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.
•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, impellers, pulleys,
sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.
WARNING
WARNING
Rotating parts can contact or...

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See page 11 for details.
HOW?
Unscrew and remove oil cap.
Pour in oil. Replace cap.
WHAT KIND?
High quality SAE 30 motor oil.
HOW MUCH?
To FULL line on dipstick.
Engine holds about 20 oz. (0.61l).
SPECIAL CONCERNS?
Do not overfill. 
Do not tip engine.
See page 13 for details.
HOW?
Remove gas cap. Pour in gas. Replace cap.
WHAT KIND?
HOW MUCH?
Fill to one inch below top of fuel fill neck.
SPECIAL CONCERNS?
Fuel equipment outdoors. If fuel spills, wait
until it evaporates before starting engine....

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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.
Rotating parts can cause traumatic
amputation or severe laceration can
result.
For complete starting instructions 
see page 10.
HOW?
Locate primer bulb. Press with finger. Wait two
seconds between each press.
HOW MANY TIMES?
Press 5 times the FIRST TIME you start engine.
For all future starts, press
 3 times.
SPECIAL CONCERNS?
Pressing...

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Troubleshooting
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until
resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.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.
Engine will Not Start
Out of Fuel
•Add fuel to tank.
Engine Flooded
•Set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN position,
and continue to pull starter handle.
Spark Plug Fouling
•Check and ensure the spark plug is clean. Check
the gap with a feeler...

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ReadyStart Instructions
1. Check the oil level. Ensure level is at FULL mark
on the dipstick. Use a high quality motor oil.
Check the oil recommendations for the correct oil
type to use depending on expected starting
temperatures.
FULL
2. Move speed control to FAST, if equipped.
Operate engine in FAST position.
3. Close bail, or operator control bar on equipment
with this feature.
4. Start your engine. See options at right.
Rewind Start
•Grasp rope handle. Pull slowly until resistance is
felt, then...

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Starting Instructions
1. Check oil level. Ensure level is at FULL mark on
dipstick. Use a high quality motor oil. Check the
oil recommendations for the correct oil type to
use depending on expected starting
temperatures.
FULL
2. Open fuel shut-off valve1/4 turn, if equipped.
3. Locate primer bulb on the engine and push 3
times −OR− rotate choke knob or move choke
control lever to CHOKE position.
PrimerChoke
4. Move speed control to FAST,
if equipped. Operate engine
in FAST position.
5. Close bail,...