Briggs & Stratton Engine Model 120000 Intek 823/850/875, Intek Edge 825/850, Intek Pro 825 Operating And Maintenance Instructions

							Operating & Maintenance Instructions
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BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com Copyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.Form No. MS-3783-3/07
Printed in U.S.A.
Model 120000Intek 825 / 850 / 875 Series
Intek Edge 825 / 850 Series
Intek Pro 825 Series 
						

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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.
ENGINE COMPONENTS
 Fig. 11Engine Model Type Code
xxxxxx xxxx xx xxxxxxxx
2Resistor spark plug
3Carburetor
4Primer bulb, if equipped
5Choke lever, if equipped
6Air cleaner
7Fuel fill
8Rope handle
9Finger guard
10Oil fill/Dipstick
11Muffler guard
12Muffler/spark arrester, if equipped
Record your engine Model, Type and Code numbers here for
future use.
Record your date of purchase here for future use.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Engine Power Rating Information
The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is
labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive
Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque
Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been
obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995
(Revision 2002-05). Torque values are derived at 3060
RPM; horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual
gross engine power will be lower and is affected by, among
other things, ambient operating conditions and engine-to-en-
gine variability. Given both the wide array of products on
which engines are placed and the variety of environmental
issues applicable to operating the equipment, the gas
engine will not develop the rated gross power when used in
a given piece of power equipment (actual on-site" or net
power). This difference is due to a variety of factors
including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner,
exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.),
application limitations, ambient operating conditions
(temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine
variability. Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations,
Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated
power for this Series engine.
GENERAL INFORMATION
In the state of California, OHV Model 120000 engines are
certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet
emissions standards for 125 hours. Such certification does not
grant the purchaser, owner or operator of this engine any
additional warranties with respect to the performance or
operational life of this engine. This engine is warranted solely
according to the product and emissions warranties stated
elsewhere in this manual.
Model 120000
Bore 68.26 mm (2.69 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Stroke 52.00 mm (2.05 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Displacement 190 cc (11.58 cu. in.). . . . . . . . . . . . 
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
Armature air gap 0.25 − 0.36 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
(0.010 − 0.014 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Spark plug gap  0.51 mm (0.20 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . 
Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 6
mm past top dead center (check when engine is cold).
See Repair Manual P/N 272147.
Intake valve clearance  0.10 − 0.20 mm . . . . . . . . . 
(0.004 − 0.008 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Exhaust valve clearance  0.10 − 0.20 mm . . . . . . . 
(0.004 − 0.008 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Note: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° 
.Refer to the equipment operator manual for safe
allowable operating limits on slopes.
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
•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.
BEFORE OPERATING
ENGINE
* Briggs & Stratton does not necessarily know what equip-
ment 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.
•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 OPERATING &
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAIN SAFETY
INFORMATION TO:
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 or serious injury.
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.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Explosion
To x i c  F u m e sShock
Hot Surface KickbackFire
Moving PartsHazardous Chemical
International Symbols and Meanings
StopFuel Shutoff Read Operator’s
Manual
Fuel Choke Safety Alert
OilOn Off
Contents are HARMFUL OR FATAL IF
SWALLOWED. Avoid contact to eyes,
skin, or clothing. Do not take internally.
Avoid breathing the mist or vapor.
Overexposure to eyes or skin can cause
irritation. Keep stabilizer out of the reach
of children.
Fuel stabilizer is a hazardous chemical.**
** Fuel stabilizer contains 2,6-di-tert-butylphenol
(128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum distillate
(64742-47-8).
DANGER
•Fresh Start™ fuel cap is designed to hold a
cartridge which contains fuel stabilizer.
•IF SWALLOWED, call physician immediately.
Do not induce vomiting. If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. In case of eye or skin contact, flush
with water for 15 minutes.
•Store unopened cartridges in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area. Keep open cartridge in
fuel cap, and fuel cap closed on fuel tank when
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WARNING
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. Fill tank to approximately
1-1/2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion.
•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 STARTING ENGINE
•Make sure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner
are in place.
•Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
•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.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
•Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
gasoline to spill.
•Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.
WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT
•Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off
valve OFF.
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.
Starting engine creates sparking.
Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases.
Explosion and fire could result.
•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
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, impellors, pulleys, sprockets,
etc., must be securely attached.
WARNING
•Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool before
touching.
•Remove accumulated combustibles from muffler area
and cylinder area.
•Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester
before using equipment on forest-covered, grass-cov-
ered, 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.
•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 draw-
strings or items that could become caught.
•Start and run engine outdoors.
•Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if
doors or windows are open.
WARNING
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
nausea, fainting or death.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat. Engine
parts, especially muffler, become extreme-
ly hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, etc. can catch fire.
WARNING
Rotating parts can contact or entangle
hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories.
Traumatic amputation or severe laceration
can result.
BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR
REPAIRS
•Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from
spark plug.
•Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only engines
with electric start).
WHEN TESTING FOR SPARK
•Use approved spark plug tester.
•Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in en-
tanglement, traumatic amputation, or
laceration.
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION: 
Engine shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Beforestarting engine, fill with oil. Do not over-fill.
Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service SF, SG,
SH, SJ" or higher such as Briggs & Stratton 30, Part Number
100005. Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do
not mix oil with gasoline.
 
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Choose the SAE viscosity grade of oil from this chart that
matches the starting temperature anticipated before the next
oil change.
*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.
**Use of SAE 30 oil below 40° F (4° C) will result in hard
starting and possible engine damage due to inade-
quate lubrication.
Note:Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API
certification mark and API service symbol (shown
at left) with SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING" or
higher, is an acceptable oil at all temperatures.
Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil
change intervals.
Check oil level.
Oil capacity is about (22 ounces or .65 liter) if engine is not
equipped with oil filter. If engine is equipped with oil filter, add 4
more ounces (.1 liter) when changing oil filter.
Place engine level and clean around oil fill 
.
Remove dipstick, wipe with clean cloth, insert and tighten
down again. Remove dipstick and check oil level. Oil should be
at FULL mark 
.
If oil is required, add slowly. Tighten dipstick firmly before
starting engine.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use clean, fresh, lead-free, regular gasoline with a minimum of
85 octane. Leaded gasoline may be used if it is commercially
available and if unleaded is unavailable. Purchase fuel in
quantity that can be used within 30 days. See storage
instructions.
In U.S.A. leaded gasoline may not be used. Some fuels, called
oxygenated or reformulated gasolines, are gasolines 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.
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust
Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).
Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol. Do not mix oil
with gasoline.
For engine protection, we recommend using Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Stabilizer available from an Authorized Briggs & Stratton
Service Dealer.
ADDING FUEL
WARNING
Before refueling, allow
engine to cool 2 minutes.
Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to refuel. Remove
cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 inches below top of neck
to allow for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
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FRESH START FUEL CAPFig. 3
Your engine may be equipped with a Fresh Start™ fuel
cap.
Contents are HARMFUL OR FATAL IF
SWALLOWED. Avoid contact to eyes, skin,
or clothing. Do not take internally. Avoid
breathing the mist or vapor. Overexposure to
eyes or skin can cause irritation. Keep
stabilizer out of the reach of children.
Fuel stabilizer is a hazardous chemical.**
** Fuel stabilizer contains 2,6-di-tert-butylphenol
(128-39-2) and aliphatic petroleum distillate
(64742-47-8).
DANGER
The Fresh Start fuel preserver cartridge with white tab. 
The Fresh Start fuel preserver cartridge with tab removed. 
1. Place cartridge into fuel cap. 
2. Push to snap" cartridge into place.
3. Remove the white tab to expose membrane.Note:Do not remove the silver foil on opposite side of
cartridge.
4. Reinstall fuel cap on engine fuel tank. 

5. Periodically check the cartridge  to ensure there is still
stabilizer liquid inside. If it is empty, remove cartridge
and replace.
STARTING/STOPPING
WARNING
BEFORE STARTINGFig. 4
•Check oil level.
•Add fuel and re-install fuel cap.
•Move throttle control to FAST position. 

•Push primer bulb 3 times, if equipped. 
•Move choke lever to close.  
 STARTING ENGINEFig. 5
•Pull back safety brake control handle  then,
•Pull rope handle 
 slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull
cord rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback
and start engine.
•OR, Turn key 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.
•Allow engine to warm up. 
If choke equipped:
Slowly adjust toward RUN position. Wait until engine runs
smoothly before each choke adjustment.
 
 STOPPINGFig. 6
WARNING
Do not stop engine by moving
choke control to CHOKE.
Backfire, fire or engine dam-
age could occur.•
Release safety brake control handle  OR move
throttle control to stop .
•OR, Turn key off and remove. 
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting, remove spark
plug wire  and ground it before servicing.
We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton
Dealer for all maintenance and service. Use only Briggs &
Stratton parts.
WARNINGDo not strike the flywheel with
hammer or hard object. If
done, the flywheel may shatter during operation.
Do not tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to
increase engine speed.
CAUTION:
If engine must be tipped to transport equipment or to
inspect or remove grass, keep spark plug side of engine
up
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Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur
first. More frequent service is required when operating in
adverse conditions noted below.
First 5 Hours
Change oil
Every 8 hours or daily
Check oil level
Clean debris***
Clean around muffler
Every 25 hours or every season
Change oil if operating under heavy load or high
ambient temperature
Service air cleaner *
Every 50 hours or every season
Change oil
Inspect spark arrester, if equipped
Every 100 hours or every season
Service air cleaner cartridge, if equipped with
pre-cleaner*
Clean air cooling system*
Change oil filter, if equipped.
Replace in line fuel filter, if equipped.
Replace spark plug**
*Clean more often under dusty conditions,or when
airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation
cutting tall, dry grass.
**In some areas, local law requires using a resistor spark
plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine was
originally equipped with resistor spark plug, use same
type of spark plug for replacement.
***On string trimmer applications:
clean debris at each refueling, sooner if needed;
have qualified technician clean air cooling system
every 30 hours, every season, sooner if needed
especially in high debris conditions.
CHANGING ENGINE OILFig. 7
WARNING
Change oil after first 5 hours of operation. Change oil while
engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recommended SAE
viscosity grade.
1. Preferably drian oil from top of engine as illustrated. If
draining oil from top of engine, keep air cleaner 
 side
up. Oil can also be drained with spark plug side up.
2.OR, Oil can be drained form bottom if necessary. By
removing drain plug 
 with a ratchet and square
extension , oil can be drained from engine bottom.
OIL FILTER
Change oil filter , if equipped
Replace oil filter after every 100 hours of operation.
1. Drain engine oil.
2. Before installing new filter, lightly oil filter gasket with
fresh, clean oil.
3. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter
adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
4. Refill engine with fresh oil.
5. Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop
engine.
6. Re-check oil level. Add oil if required.
 
AIR CLEANER
Fig. 8
All engines have an air cleaner cartridge. The cartridge is
either flat or oval (see illustrations). In addition, some engines
have a pre-cleaner.
CAUTION:Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean cartridge.
Pressurized air can damage cartridge; solvents will
dissolve cartridge.
PRE-CLEANER
To clean pre-cleaner (if equipped), separate it from cartridge
and wash in liquid detergent and water. Air dry thoroughly. Do
not oil pre-cleaner. Re-assemble dry pre-cleaner on clean
cartridge.
OVAL AIR CLEANER
1. Loosen screws 
 and lift cover .
2. Carefully remove pre-cleaner  (if equipped) and
cartridge assembly .
3. After servicing pre-cleaner and cartridge, assemble
pre-cleaner on cartridge.
4. Install cartridge/pre-cleaner assembly in base
 .
5. Place cover on air cleaner and tighten screws securely
to base.
SQUARE AIR CLEANER
1. Loosen screw 
 and tilt cover  down. Carefully
remove pre-cleaner  (if equipped) and cartridge assembly from cover
2. After servicing pre-cleaner and cartridge, place pre-
cleaner, if equipped, over cartridge pleats with arrows in
direction shown (pre-cleaner lip 
 will be at bottom of
pleats).
3. Install pre-cleaner and cartridge assembly in cover.
4. Insert tabs on cover into slots 
 in bottom of base.
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FUEL SYSTEM
WARNING
Replacement parts for fuel system (tank, hoses, valves, etc.)
must be the same quality as original parts, otherwise fire can
occur.
Replacing Fuel Filter
•Remove the engine cover. Replace fuel filter. Check filter for
water or debris. If found, clean fuel system. Reinstall the
engine cover.
 
SPARK PLUGFig. 9
WARNING
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. Use only
Briggs & Stratton Spark Tester , to check for spark.
•The electrodes on the spark plug must be clean and sharp to
produce the powerful spark required for ignition. If the spark
plug is worn or dirty the engine will be hard to start.
•Ensure spark plug gap 
 is 0.51 mm or 0.020 in.
VALVE CLEARANCE
Under certain running conditions, engines may require period-
ic valve clearance adjustment. Consult the repair manual, Part
No. 275110, or see your Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service
Dealer for adjustment procedure.
 
CLEANING DEBRISFig. 10
Engine and parts should be kept clean to maintain freedom of
movement, and to reduce the risk of overheating from
accumulated debris.
To assure smooth operation, keep governor linkage, springs
and controls 
 free of debris.
Note:On string trimmer applications, clean accumu-
lated debris at each refueling, sooner if needed 
Accumulation of debris around muffler 
 could cause a fire.
Inspect and clean before every use.
If muffler is equipped with spark arrester screen 
, remove
spark arrester screen for cleaning and inspection. Replace if
damaged.
Periodically remove grass and chaff build-up from engine.
Clean finger guard 
.
CAUTION: DO NOT use water to clean engine parts. Water could
contaminate fuel system. Use a brush or dry cloth.
STORAGE
Engines stored over 30 days need special attention.
To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential
carburetor parts:
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 stabilizer to the gas in the tank.
Note:If stabilizer is used, run the engine for several
minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor.
Then engine and fuel can be stored.
1.Change oil.2.Remove spark plug and pour about 15 ml (1/2
oz.) of engine oil into cylinder. Replace spark plug
and crank slowly to distribute oil.
3.Clean engine of debris.4.Store in a clean and dry area.We recommend use of Briggs & Stratton Fuel Stabilizer
available from an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
WARNING
DO NOT store near a stove, furnace or water
heater which uses a pilot light or any device
that can create a spark.
SERVICE
We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton
Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the outboard
and outboard parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts.
Each Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer 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
recognized as Authorized Briggs & Stratton" meet the higher
Briggs & Stratton service standards.
You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs & Stratton
Service Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site
www.briggspowerproducts.com or in the 
™Yellow
Pages™" directory under Lawn Mowers" or Engines, Gaso-
line" or Gasoline Engines," or similar category.
Note:Walking fingers logo and Yellow Pages" are
registered trademarks in various jurisdictions.
Partial List of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts
Part
Part No.Oil (20 oz.) 100005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oil (48 oz.) 100028. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oil filter 692513. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oil pump kit (uses standard electric drill 5056. . . . . . . . . . 
to remove oil from engine quickly)
Fuel stabilizer (1 oz., 30 ml single use pouch) 5058. . . . . 
Fuel stabilizer (4.2 oz., 125 ml bottle)  5041. . . . . . . . . . . 
Fuel filter  298090 (5018). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Flat air cleaner cartridge 491588 (5043). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Flat air cleaner pre-cleaner 493537. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oval air cleaner cartridge 498596. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oval air cleaner pre-cleaner 273356. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Resistor spark plug 499608. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Long life platinum spark plug 5066. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
(OHV engines − set gap to .020 in. or .50 mm)
Spark tester 19368. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Spark plug wrench 19374. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
						

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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)Briggs & Stratton Emissions Control
Defects Warranty Provisions
Engines that are certified to meet the California Air
Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emissions Standards must
display information regarding the Emissions Durability
Period and the Air Index. Briggs & Stratton makes this
information available to the consumer on our emissions
labels. The engine emissions label will indicate certification
information.
The Emissions Durability Period describes the number of
hours of actual running time for which the engine is certified
to be emissions compliant, assuming proper maintenance
in accordance with the Operating & Maintenance
Instructions. The following categories are used:
Moderate:
Engine is certified to be emissions compliant for 125 hours
of actual engine running time.
Intermediate:
Engine is certified to be emissions compliant for 250 hours
of actual engine running time.
Extended:
Engine is certified to be emissions compliant for 500 hours
of actual engine running time. For example, a typical
walk-behind lawn mower is used 20 to 25 hours per year.
Therefore, the Emissions Durability Period of an engine
with an intermediate rating would equate to 10 to 12 years.
Certain Briggs & Stratton engines will be certified to meet
the United States Environmental Protection Agency
(USEPA) Phase 2 emissions standards. For Phase 2
certified engines, the Emissions Compliance Period
referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the
number of operating hours for which the engine has been
shown to meet Federal emissions requirements.
For engines less than 225 CC displacement
Category C = 125 hours
Category B = 250 hours
Category A = 500 hours
For engines of 225 CC or more displacement
Category C = 250 hours
Category B = 500 hours
Category A = 1000 hours
In the U.S.A., the 120000 engines covered in this manual are
certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet
emissions standards for 50 hours. Such certification does not
grant the purchaser, owner or operator of this engine any
additional warranties with respect to the performance or
operational life of this engine. This engine is warranted solely
according to the product and emissions warranties stated
elsewhere in this manual.
Look For Relevant Emissions 
Durability Period and 
Air Index Information On 
Your Engine Emission Label
California, United States and Canada Emissions Con-
trol 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). In California,  new small
off-road engines model year  2006 and later must be designed,
built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog stan-
dards. Elsewhere in the United States, new non-road, spark-igni-
tion engines certified for model year 1997 and later must meet
similar standards set forth by the U.S. EPA. B&S must warrant
the emissions control system on your engine for the periods of
time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or
improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.
Your emissions control system includes parts such as the car-
buretor, air cleaner, ignition system, fuel line, muffler and cat-
alytic converter. Also included may be connectors and other
emissions 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 Emissions Control 
Defects Warranty Coverage
Small off-road engines are warranted relative to emissions
control parts defects for a period of two years, subject to provi-
sions set forth below. If any covered part on your engine is de-
fective, 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 performance 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 perfor-
mance of all scheduled maintenance.
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 engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, im-
proper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
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
responsibilities, you should contact a B&S Service Represen-
tative at 1-414-259-5262.
The emissions warranty is a defects warranty. Defects are
judged on normal engine performance. The warranty is not re-
lated to an in-use emissions test.The following are specific provisions relative to your Emissions
Control Defects Warranty Coverage. It is in addition to the B&S
engine warranty for non-regulated engines found in the Opera-
ting and Maintenance Instructions.
1. Warranted Parts
Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts
listed below (the emissions control systems parts) to the
extent these parts were present on the engine purchased.
a. Fuel Metering System
•Cold start enrichment system (soft choke)
•Carburetor and internal parts
•Fuel pump
•Fuel line, fuel line fittings, clamps
•Fuel tank, cap and tether
•Carbon canister
b. Air Induction System
•Air cleaner
•Intake manifold
•Purge and vent line
c. Ignition System
•Spark plug(s)
•Magneto ignition system
d. Catalyst System
•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 de-
fects in materials and workmanship which caused the fail-
ure of the Warranted Parts for a period of two years from
the date the engine is delivered to a retail purchaser.
3. No Charge
Repair or replacement of any Warranted Part will be per-
formed at no charge to the owner, including diagnostic la-
bor which leads to the determination that a Warranted Part
is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at an Autho-
rized B&S Service Dealer. For emissions warranty service
contact your nearest Authorized B&S Service Dealer as
listed in the Yellow Pages" under Engines, Gasoline,"
Gasoline Engines," Lawn Mowers," or similar category.
4. Claims and Coverage Exclusions
Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance with the provi-
sions of the B&S Engine Warranty Policy. Warranty cover-
age shall be excluded for failures of Warranted Parts which
are not original B&S parts or because of abuse, neglect or
improper maintenance as set forth in the B&S Engine War-
ranty Policy. B&S is not liable to cover failures of Warranted
Parts caused by the use of add-on, non-original, or modi-
fied parts.
5. Maintenance
Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for replace-
ment as required maintenance or which is scheduled only
for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as
necessary" shall be warranted as to defects for the warran-
ty 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 sched-
uled 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 mainte-
nance, as defined in the B&S Operating and Maintenance
Instructions.
6. Consequential Coverage
Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any en-
gine components caused by the failure of any Warranted
Part still under warranty. 
						

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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY
Effective 12/06
LIMITED WARRANTYBriggs & 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 parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for
and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator
map at www.briggsandstratton.com
, or by calling 1-800-233-3723, or as listed in the ‘Yellow Pages™’. 
THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. IMPLIED 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 INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT EXCLU-
SION IS PERMITTED BY LAW. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states or countries
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, 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 and country to country.
WARRANTY TERMS **
Brand / Product Type Consumer Use Commercial Use
Vanguard  2 years 2 years
Extended Life Series, I/C, Intek I / C, Intek Pro 2 years 1 year
Kerosene Fuel Operated Engines 1 year 90 days
All Other Briggs & Stratton Engines 2 years 90 days
** Engines used on Home Standby Generator applications are warranted under consumer use only. This
warranty does not apply to engines on equipment used for prime power in place of a utility. Engines used in
competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warranted.
The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail consumer or commercial end user, and continues for the period of time stated in the table
above. “Consumer use” means personal residential household use by a 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 pur-
poses of this warranty.
NO WARRANTY REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY TO OBTAIN WARRANTY ON BRIGGS & STRATTON PRODUCTS. SAVE YOUR PROOF OF
PURCHASE RECEIPT. IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF THE INITIAL PURCHASE DATE AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS
REQUESTED, THE MANUFACTURING DATE OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
ABOUT YOUR ENGINE 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 han-
dled 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.
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 mis-
understanding 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.
Normal wear:
Engines, like all mechanical devices, need periodic parts service
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:
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 cleaninggrit, or other abrasive material that has entered the engine be-
cause of improper maintenance, is not covered by warranty.
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 because 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.)
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 Fuel Stabilizer, Part No. 5041.)
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 Operating &
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.
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-oilthe Oil-Foam
 element or the foam pre-cleaner, and
replace the cartridge.) Read Operating & Maintenance
Instructions.
7. Parts damaged by over-speeding, 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.
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,
over-speeding or other abuse in operation.
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.
11. Engine or engine component failure, i.e., combustion
chamber, valves, valve seats, valve guides, or burned
starter motor windings, caused by the use of alternate
fuels such as, liquified petroleum, natural gas, altered
gasolines, etc.
Warranty is available only through service dealers which
have been authorized by Briggs & Stratton Corporation.
your nearest Authorized Service Dealer is listed in the Yel-
low Pages™" of your telephone directory under Engines,
Gasoline" or Gasoline Engines," Lawn Mowers," or simi-
lar category.
Briggs & Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: Design D-247,177 (Other Patents Pending)
6,691,683
6,647,942
6,622,683
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6,460,502
6,456,515
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6,349,688
6,347,6146,325,036
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6,284,123
6,263,852
6,260,529
6,242,828
6,239,709
6,237,555
6,230,678
6,213,083
6,202,6166,145,487
6,142,257
6,135,426
6,116,212
6,105,548
6,347,614
6,082,323
6,077,063
6,064,027
6,040,767
6,014,8086,012,420
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5,894,715
5,887,678
5,852,951
5,843,345
5,823,153
5,819,513
5,813,384
5,809,9585,803,035
5,765,713
5,732,555
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5,642,701
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5,606,948
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5,497,6795,548,955
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