Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Diesel 432447 User manual

Operator’s Manual
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ECopyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.
Form No. 277110-3/07
Printed in U.S.A.
Model 432447
522447
582447
Vanguard
Diesel
Model 588447
58A447
Vanguard
Turbocharged Diesel

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Information 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel and Coolant 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauges 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping 8-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustments 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service & Storage 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Information 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For replacement parts or technical assistance, record below the engine model, type, and code numbers along with the date of purchase.
These numbers are located on your engine (see the “Engine Information” page).
Date of purchase:
Engine model:
MM / DD / YYYY
Model: Code:Type:
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 INSTRUC-
TIONS 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.
*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.
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 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.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS
Explosion
Toxic Fumes
Moving Parts
Shock
Hot Surface
Fire Hot Liquid
or Steam
THE INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS USED ON
THE ENGINE OR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDE:
On Off
Fuel Shutoff
Read Operator’s
Manual
Stop
Fuel
Choke
Safety Alert Oil

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SAFETY
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flam-
mable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns
or death.
WARNING
WHEN ADDING FUEL
•Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel 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 fuel 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 muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place.
•If fuel spills, wipe it off before starting engine.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
•Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to
spill.
WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT
•Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off valve
OFF.
WHEN STORING FUEL 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 equipment with stored fuel or fuel
source.
WARNING
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
Running engines produce heat. Engine
parts, especially turbocharger and
muffler, become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on
contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves,
grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.
•Allow muffler, turbocharger, 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-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.
Rotating parts can contact or entangle
hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accesso-
ries.
Traumatic amputation or severe lacera-
tion can result.
WARNING
•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.

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SAFETY
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
nausea, fainting or death.
WARNING
•Start and run engine outdoors.
•Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors
or windows are open.
WARNING
Never remove radiator cap or radiator reservoir
cap while the engine is hot or running. Severe
thermal burns or injury can occur by escaping
steam or hot engine coolant.
•Stop engine and allow to cool before removing radiator or
reservoir cap.
•To remove reservoir cap after engine is cool, place a thick
cloth over cap and remove it slowly.
•To remove radiator cap after engine is cool, place a thick
cloth over cap and rotate it slowly counter-clockwise to
the first stop. Pressurized steam may emit from the cap,
stand back to avoid injury. Once all pressure is released,
rotate cap counter-clockwise while pushing down on cap
to remove.
Unintentional sparking can result in fire
or electric shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in
entanglement, traumatic amputation,
or laceration.
WARNING
BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR
REPAIRS
•Disconnect battery at negative terminal.
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of
these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor
bikes, fun/recreational go-karts, 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.
ENGINE INFORMATION
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 rat-
ing 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-engine variabili-
ty. Given both the wide array of products on which engines are
placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to oper-
ating the equipment, the gas engine will not develop the rated
gross power when used in a given piece of power equipment (actu-
al “on-site” or net power). This difference is due to a variety of fac-
tors including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust,
charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limita-
tions, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, alti-
tude), 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.

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ENGINE INFORMATION
1. Thermostat
2. Oil filler cap
3. Electric starter
4. Oil pan
5. Alternator
2
3
54
Diesel 1
6. Injector nozzle
7. Glow plug
8. Oil drains
9. Oil filter
10. Dipstick
11. Injector pump
12. Engine Date Code
xxxxxxxxx
13. Engine Model & Type number
xxxxxx xxxx-xx
1. Thermostat
2. Oil filler cap
3. Turbocharger
4. Electric starter
5. Alternator
6. Oil pan
Turbo-charged Diesel
7. Injector nozzle
8. Glow plug
9. Oil drains
10. Oil cooler
(if equipped)
11. Oil filter
12. Dipstick
13. Injector pump
14. Engine Date Code
xxxxxxxxx
15. Engine Model & Type number
xxxxxx xxxx-xx
1
3
4
5
6
78
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
2
11
7
10
13
9
6
8
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This is a three cylinder, liquid cooled engine.
On mobile equipment, this engine will operate satisfactorily at any
angle at which operator and equipment can function safely.
MODEL 432447
Bore 68 mm (2.68 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stroke 64 mm (2.52 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 697 cc (42.5 cu. in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MODEL 522447
Bore 68 mm (2.68 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stroke 78 mm (3.07 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 850 cc (52.0 cu. in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MODEL 582447, 588447, 58A447
Bore 72 mm (2.834 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stroke 78 mm (3.07 in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 953 cc (58.1 cu. in.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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OIL
OIL CAPACITY
Oil capacity, including oil filter, is 3.3 liters (3.5 quarts).
TYPE OF OIL TO USE
•Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service CF, or
CF-4”.
•Do not use special additives with recommended oils.
•Do not mix oil with fuel.
•Choose a viscosity according to the table opposite.
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.
SAE Viscosity Grades
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
°C-34
°F-30 -10 10 50 70 90 110
-23 -12 0 10 21 32 43
32
*
*A synthetic 5W-30 oil may be used.
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.
•Do not overfill.
Note: After filling with or changing oil, start and run engine at
idle for 5 minutes. Shut engine off. Wait 3 minutes and check oil
level. Add oil, if required, to bring level to Full mark on dipstick.
[1]. Place equipment level.
Clean around oil fill.
[2]. Remove dipstick and wipe
with clean cloth.
[3]. Then replace dipstick, and
remove to check oil level.
[4]. If oil is required, remove dipstick to allow
proper venting and pour oil slowly. Fill to
FULL line on dipstick. Recheck.
Bring oil
level to F
mark
on dipstick.
OIL FILL
[5]. Replace dipstick firmly.
CAUTION: When filling engine or adding oil.
To prevent engine damage upon
start-up, proper venting is necessary
when filling engine with oil or adding oil.
In addition to ensuring a level engine,
removing dipstick, and pouring oil
slowly, there must be clearance
between the oil fill device and the oil fill
hole in the valve cover as shown. This
clearance is necessary to permit
venting when filling, which prevents oil
from overrunning into breather.
Note
Clearance
Note
Clearance

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FUEL
TYPE OF FUEL TO USE
•THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE
ON DIESEL FUEL.
•Use clean, fresh, diesel fuel with a minimum of 40 cetane.
FUEL LEVEL
•Keep fuel tank full.
•Do not overfill tank.
•Allow space in tank for fuel expansion.
ADDING FUEL
[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.
[3]. Check for fuel leaks at fuel filter, injector pump, fuel
pipes, etc.
CAUTION: Do not use kerosene or gasoline
instead of diesel fuel. Failure to observe this caution
will damage the engine.
WARNING
•Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area,
away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,
and other ignition sources.
•If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
•Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2
minutes before removing gas cap.
COOLANT
WARNING •Do not touch radiator or open
radiator cap, or open reservoir
when engine is hot or running.
•Allow engine to cool before
changing or adding coolant.
SPECIFICATIONS
•This engine is water cooled.
•A 50/50% mixture is required of phosphate-free antifreeze and
tap water for heat dissipation, rust resistance and lubrication.
CHANGING & ADDING COOLANT
•Fill radiator to bottom of fill cap seat and between FULL and LOW
in reservoir, if so equipped.
GAUGES
TYPICAL GAUGES (If Equipped)
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates coolant temperature
when the starter switch is ON.
Normal range 80°-90°C
(175°-195°F).
Dangerous range above 105°C
(220°F).
HOUR METER
Indicates the total number of hours the
engine has been run.
FUEL GAUGE
To minimize condensation, keep fuel
tank full.
FUEL SHUT-OFF
Open valve before starting
engine.
ON
POSITION
CAUTION: To prevent leaking, close fuel shut-
off valve when engine is transported.

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GAUGES
TYPICAL PANEL LIGHTS (If Equipped)
X
Ignition light
The ignition light comes on when the starter switch is turned to
the ON position, and should be out while engine is running.
Temperature light
If temperature light comes on, engine is overheating. Check:
Scoolant level;
Sdebris on radiator or any restriction to air flow.
Heat or glow light
The heat or glow light comes on when the starter switch is
turned to HEAT or GLOW (ON if no HEAT or GLOW position),
but should be out while engine is running.
WARNING LIGHTS (Typical)
Fuel filter light
The fuel filter light comes on when enough water collects in
the fuel filter, but should be out when the water is drained.
If fuel filter warning light comes on while engine is running, stop
engine and drain water from fuel filter.
Engine oil pressure light
The engine oil pressure light comes on when the starter
switch is turned to the ON position and should be out while
engine is running. If oil pressure light comes on while engine is
running, stop engine immediately. Check oil level or electrical
system.
Charge light
The charge light comes on when the starter switch is turned to
the ON position, but should be out while engine is running.
If charge light comes on while engine is running, check electrical
system.
If charge light does not come on when starter switch is turned to
the ON position, check fuse or bulb.
See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton 3/LC Service Dealer if
necessary for operation repair.
STARTING
♦Use correct type of oil for expected starting
temperature. (See Oil.)
♦Remove external equipment/engine loads. (See
equipment operating instructions.)
♦Open fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, before starting
engine.
♦Start with throttle control in FAST position.
♦Do not use fuel left over from summer. Use fresh fuel.
♦Allow engine to warm up several seconds to several
minutes, depending on outside temperature.
STARTING IN COLD WEATHER:
(below -10°C or 14°F)
CAUTION: Before starting engine for
the first time, charge battery as the
equipment manufacturer recommends.
Failure to do so, may cause damage to
the engine.
WARNING
•The manufacturer of equipment on which
this engine is installed specifies top speed at
which engine will be operated. DO NOT
EXCEED this speed.
WARNING
•Do not use pressurized starting fluids.
•Vapors are flammable.
•Keep hands and feet clear of rotating
machinery.

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STARTING & STOPPING
TO START ENGINE
[1]. Insert key into starter
switch at OFF position.
[2]. Move throttle control
to SLOW.
[3]. Insert key into starter
switch at OFF position.
Turn key to ON or HEAT.
(GLOW light comes on
indicating glow plugs are
preheating combustion
chamber.)
Typical throttle control
Typical starter switch
CAUTION:
To prolong starter life,
use short starting cycles,
not to exceed 30 secs./
min.
Extended cranking can
damage starter motor.
Typical starter switch
[4]. When GLOW light goes out,
turn key to START.
[5]. When engine starts, release key,
which will return to ON position.
Typical starter switch
[6]. Move throttle control to SLOW
(if in FAST for cold starting
instructions).
[7]. Allow engine to warm up a few
minutes before applying load.
Typical throttle control
CAUTION:
DO NOT accelerate or race a
cold engine. Failure to observe
this caution may lead to engine
damage.
TO STOP ENGINE
[1]. Move throttle to SLOW.
Allow engine to run for
short time to cool down.
[2]. Turn key to OFF.
Always remove key and
store out of reach of children.
Typical throttle control Typical starter switch
CAUTION:
FOR TURBOCHARGER-EQUIPPED
ENGINE.
After operating engine at full load, allow
engine to idle for one minute before shutting it
off. Failure to observe this caution may lead
to turbocharger malfunction.

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MAINTENANCE
REGULAR MAINTENANCE WILL IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE AND EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. MORE
FREQUENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED WHEN OPERATING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS.
See any Authorized Briggs & Stratton 3/LC 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.
Task
Perform
task at
hourly or
calendar
interval.
Check oil
level 4
Check for
oil leaks 4
Change oil
and oil filter 4*4***
Check
coolant 4
Change
coolant 4
Check fan
belt 4
Service air
cleaner 4*4**
Check
valve
clearance
4
Check
battery
electrolyte
4
Change
fuel filter
element
4****
*Perform first maintenance operation after 50
hours. All subsequent maintenance performed at
this interval, unless specified. Service more often
when operating under heavy load or in high
temperatures.
** Replace after every 600 hours of operation.
Service more often when operating under heavy
load or in high temperature.
*** Perform annually if operated less than 100 hours.
**** Follow manufacturer’s maintenance schedule if
non-Briggs & Stratton approved part is used.
DAILY CHECKS
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
Before starting engine, check oil for correct level.
See page 6 of this manual for instructions on checking
and adding oil.
To assure smooth operation, keep injector pump link-
age, springs and controls free of debris. Linkage should
move freely. Depending on use, this may need to be
performed more often.
CONTROL PARTS
Engine parts should be kept
clean to reduce the risk of
overheating and ignition of
accumulated debris.
WARNING
CAUTION: Do not use water to clean engine
parts. Water could contaminate fuel system. Use a
brush or dry cloth.
WARNING
Before running engine, clean
muffler and manifold areas to
remove all grass and com-
bustible debris.
Depending on use, this may
need to be performed more
often.
MUFFLER