Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 10V000 User manual

Operator's Manual
Manual del operador
Manuel d'utilisation
Manual do Operador
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10V000, 12V000
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General Information
This manual contains safety information so that you will know the hazards and risks
related to this engine and how to prevent them. It also contains instructions for the
correct use and maintenance of the engine. Because Briggs & Stratton does not know
what equipment this engine will power, it is important that you read, understand, and
obey these instructions. Save these original instructions for future reference.
NOTE:The figures and illustrations in this manual are for reference only and can be
different from your model. If you need help, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
For replacement parts or technical help, record the date of purchase, engine model,
type, trim, and the engine serial number. These numbers are located on your engine.
Refer to the Features and Controls section.
Date of Purchase
Engine Model - Type - Trim
Engine Serial Number
European Office Contact Information
For questions related to European emissions, contact our European office at:
Max-Born-Straße 2, 68519 Viernheim, Germany.
European Union (EU) Stage V (5): Carbon
Dioxide (CO2) Values
Enter CO2 in the search window on BriggsandStratton.com to find carbon dioxide values
of Briggs & Stratton EU Type-Approval Certificate engines.
Recycling Information
Recycle all cartons, boxes, used oil, and batteries as
specified by government regulations.
Operator Safety
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol identifies safety information about hazards that could
result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used to
indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol
is 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, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important but not hazard-related.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Safety information about
hazards that can result in
personal injury.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before
operating or servicing the
unit.
Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard
Shock Hazard Toxic Fume Hazard
Hot Surface Hazard Noise Hazard - Ear
protection recommended
for extended use.
Thrown Object Hazard -
Wear eye protection. Explosion Hazard
Frostbite Hazard Kickback Hazard
Amputation Hazard -
Moving Parts Chemical Hazard
Thermal Heat Hazard Corrosive Hazard
Safety Messages
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton® Engines are not designed for and are not to be used to power:
fun-karts; go-karts; children's, recreational, or sport all-terrain vehicles (ATVs);
motorbikes; hovercraft; aircraft products; or vehicles used in competitive events not
sanctioned by Briggs & Stratton. For information about competitive racing products, see
www.briggsracing.com. For use with utility and side-by-side ATVs, please contact Briggs
& Stratton Power Application Center, 1-866-927-3349. Incorrect engine use could result
in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
When you add fuel
• Stop the engine. Before you remove the fuel cap, wait a minimum of two (2)
minutes to make sure that the engine is cool.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors or in an area that has good airflow.
• Do not put too much fuel in the tank. For expansion of the fuel, do not fill above
the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition
sources.
• Frequently examine the fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel cap, and connections for cracks
or leaks. Replace damaged parts.
• If fuel spills, wait until it dries before you start the engine.
When you start the engine
• Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are
correctly installed.
• Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
• If the engine is flooded, set the choke (if equipped) to the OPEN or RUN
position. Move the throttle (if equipped) to the FAST position and crank until the
engine starts.
• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in the area, do not start the engine.
• Because vapors are flammable, do not use pressurized starter fluids.
When you operate the equipment
• Do not tilt the engine or the equipment at an angle which causes fuel to spill.
• Do not choke the carburetor (if equipped) to stop the engine.
• Do not start or operate the engine with the air cleaner (if equipped) or the air
filter (if equipped) removed.
When you do maintenance
• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty. If it is not
empty, fuel leakage can occurand could result a fire or an explosion.
• During maintenance if it is necessary to tilt the unit, make sure that the fuel tank,
if mounted on the engine, is empty and that the spark plug side is up. If the fuel
tank is not empty, leakage can occurand could result a fire or an explosion.
• Frequently examine the fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel cap, and connections for cracks
or leaks. Replace damaged parts.
• Do not change the governor spring, links or other parts to increase engine
speed.
• Do not hit the flywheel with a hammer or hard object. This could result in failure
of the flywheel during operation.
• Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same
position as the original parts. Other parts could result in damage or an injury.
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When you move the location of equipment
• Make sure that the fuel tank is EMPTY or that the fuel shut-off valve is in the
CLOSED position.
When fuel or equipment is in storage with fuel in the fuel tank
• Because pilot lights or other ignition sources can cause explosions, keep fuel or
equipment away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that
have pilot lights.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
Engine start-up causes spark that could result in a fire or explosion.
• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in the area, do not start the engine.
• Because vapors are flammable, do not use pressurized starter fluids.
WARNING
POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. Although you do not smell exhaust
fumes, you could still be exposed to dangerous carbon monoxide gas. If you feel
sick, dizzy, or weak while you use this product, get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See
a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Carbon monoxide gas can collect in occupied spaces. To reduce the risk of
carbon monoxide gas, ONLY operate this product outdoors and far away from
windows, doors and vents.
• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in carbon monoxide
alarms with battery back-up as specified by the manufacturer's instructions.
Smoke alarms cannot sense carbon monoxide gas.
• DO NOT operate this product in homes, garages, basements, crawlspaces,
sheds, or other closed spaces, even if you use fans or open doors and windows
for ventilation. After the operation of this product, carbon monoxide can quickly
collect in these spaces and stay for hours.
• ALWAYS put this product downwind and point the engine exhaust away from
occupied spaces.
WARNING
Fast retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your hand and arm to the
engine faster than you can let go.Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.
• To prevent kickback when you start the engine, pull the starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull quickly.
• Before you start the engine, disconnect or remove all external equipment and
engine loads.
• Make sure that direct-coupled equipment components, such as, but not limited
to, blades, impellers, pulleys, and sprockets, are correctly attached.
WARNING
Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories and result
in traumatic amputation or laceration.
• Operate equipment with the guards correctly installed.
• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
• Remove jewelry and make sure that long hair is away from all rotating parts.
• Do not wear loose clothes or items that could become caught.
WARNING
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
Combustible materials, such as leaves, grass and brush, can catch fire.
• Before you touch the engine or muffler, stop the engine and wait two (2)
minutes. Make sure that the engine and muffler are safe to touch.
• Remove debris from the muffler and engine.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws;
reference Federal Regulation 36 CFR Part 261.52. Contact the original equipment
manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
WARNING
Accidental engine spark can cause an electric shock or fire and could result in
entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration.
Before you make adjustments or repairs:
• Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
• Disconnect the battery wire from the negative battery terminal (only engines with
electric start.)
• Use only the correct tools.
When you check for spark:
• Use an approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with the spark plug removed.
WARNING
Fuel vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in burns
or death.
If you smell gas
• Do not start the engine.
• Do not switch on electrical switches.
• Do not use a phone in the vicinity.
• Evacuate the area.
• Contact the gas supplier or the fire department.
Features and Controls
Engine Controls
Compare the callout letters in Figures 1, 2,and 3 to the engine controls in the list that
follows:
A. Engine Identification Numbers Model - Type - Code
B. Spark Plug
C. Fuel Tank and Cap
D. Air Cleaner
E. Starter Cord Handle
F. Oil Dipstick
G. Oil Fill
H. Oil Drain Plug
I. Muffler, Muffler Guard (if installed), Spark Arrester (if installed)
J. Throttle Control / Fuel Shut-off / TransportGuard™
K. Choke Control
L. Air Intake Grille
M. Electric Start Switch (if installed)
N. Reduction Unit (if installed)
Some engines and equipment have remote controls. See the equipment manual for the
location and operation of remote controls.
Engine Control Symbols and Meanings
Engine Speed - FAST Engine Speed - SLOW
Engine Speed - STOP ON - OFF
Engine Start
Choke CLOSED Engine Start Choke OPEN
Fuel Cap
Fuel Shut-off OPEN Fuel Shut-off CLOSED
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Fuel Level - Maximum
Do Not Overfill
Assembly
Throttle Control Conversion
The standard engine has a manual throttle control. To operate the manual throttle
control, install a remote throttle control, or convert to a fixed speed. Refer to the
instructions that follow.
NOTE: The engine speed must be correct as specified by the equipment
manufacturer's performance specifications. Contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized
Service Dealer for assistance.
Manual Throttle Control
1. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 4) to the OFF position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 4).
Remote Throttle Control with Braided Wire Cable
A remote throttle control with a braided wire cable can be installed in one of two
directions: Cylinder Head Direction or Front Direction.
Cylinder Head Direction
1. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard™ lever (A, 5) to the OFF position.
2. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 5)½turn on the throttle control /
TransportGuard® lever (A).
3. Hold the cable mounting nut (J, Figure 6) with a 10 mm wrench and loosen the
screw (K).
4. Install the cable wire (L, Figure 6) through the hole in the cable mounting nut (J),
and tighten the screw (K). Make sure that the cable wire (L) does not extend more
than½" (12,7 mm) past the hole.
5. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 6). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the cable clamp
(M), and tighten the screw (I).
6. Check the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remote throttle control
from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that remote throttle control and the cable
wire (L, Figure 6) moves freely. Adjust the nut (P, Figure 7) as necessary for the
specified position.
Front Direction
1. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard™ lever (A, Figure 8) to the FAST
position.
2. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 7)½ turn on the throttle
control /TransportGuard® lever (A).
3. Hold the cable mounting nut (J, Figure 8) with a 10 mm wrench and loosen the
screw.
4. Install the cable wire (L, Figure 8) through the hole in the cable mounting nut (J)
and tighten the screw (K). Make sure that the cable wire (L) does not extend more
than½" (12,7 mm) past the hole.
5. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 8). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the clamp (M) and
tighten the screw (I).
6. Check the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remote throttle control
from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that the remote throttle control and the cable
(L, 8) moves freely. Adjustthe nut (P, Figure 7) as necessary for the specified
position.
Remote Throttle Control with Solid Wire Cable
A remote throttle control with a solid wire cable can be installed in one of four directions:
Cylinder Head Direction, Front Direction, Left Direction, or Right Direction.
Cylinder Head Direction
1. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 9) to the OFF position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 9).
3. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 9) to the FAST position.
4. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 4)½turn on the throttle control /
TransportGuard® lever (A).
5. Install the Z-fitting of the solid wire cable (Q, Figure 9) to one of the small holes in
the bellcrank (R).
6. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 9). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the cable clamp
(M), and tighten the screw (I).
7. Check the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remove throttle control
from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that remote throttle control and the cable
wire (L, Figure 9) moves freely. Adjust the nut (P, Figure 4) as necessary for the
specified position.
Front Direction
1. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 10) to theOFF position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 10).
3. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 10) to theFAST
position.
4. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 4)½ turn on the throttle
control /TransportGuard® lever (A).
5. Install the Z-fittingof the solid wire cable(Q, Figure 10) to one of the two small
holes in the bellcrank (R).
6. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 10). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the clamp (M)
and tighten the screw (I).
7. Check the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remote throttle control
from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that the remote throttle control and the
cable (L, Figure 10) moves freely. Adjustthe nut (P, Figure 4) as necessary for the
specified position.
Left Direction
1. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 11) to theOFF position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 4).
3. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 11) to theFAST
position.
4. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 4)½ turn on the throttle
control /TransportGuard® lever (A, 11).
5. Remove the throttle control knob (W, Figure 11) to get to the small hole (S).
6. Install the Z-fittingof the solid wire cable(L, Figure 11) to the small hole (S)in the
throttle control lever (A).
7. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 11). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the clamp (M)
and tighten the screw (I).
8. Check the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remote throttle control
from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that the remote throttle control and the
cable (L, Figure 11) moves freely. Adjustthe nut (P, Figure 4) as necessary for the
specified position.
Right Direction
To install a remote throttle control from the right direction, a cable mounting bracket
(U, Figure 12) is required. Refer to the Specifications and Service Parts section for
the part number. To purchase a cable mounting bracket, contact a Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 12) to theOFF position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 4).
3. Remove the throttle control knob (W, Figure 12) to expose the small hole (S).
4. Move the throttle control /TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 12) to theFAST
position.
5. Use a 10 mm wrench and loosen the nut (P, Figure 4)½ turn on the throttle
control /TransportGuard® lever (A, 12).
6. Install the Z-fittingof the solid wire cable(L, Figure 12) to the small hole (S)in the
throttle control lever (A).
7. Remove the bolt (T, Figure 12). Install the cable mounting bracket (U) as shown.
Attach the cable mounting bracket (U) with thebolt (T).Tighten the bolt (T) to 30 lb-
in (3,4 Nm). Refer to the Specifications and Service Parts section.
8. Loosen the screw (I, Figure 12). Attach the cable sleeve (N) under the clamp (M)
and tighten the screw (I).
9. Examine the operation of the remote throttle control. Move the remote throttle
control from slow to fast 2-3 times. Make sure that the remote throttle control and
the cable (L, Figure 12)moves freely. Adjustthe nut (P, Figure 4) as necessary for
the specified position.
Fixed Engine Speed (No Throttle Control Cable)
When converted to a Fixed Engine Speed,a throttle control cable is not installed and
there is no speed selection. FAST is the only engine speed.
1. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 13) to the OFF
position.
2. Remove the spring (S, Figure 13).
3. Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever (A, Figure 13) to the FAST
position.
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4. Make sure the wire retainer screw (V, Figure 13) aligns with the hole in the bracket.
Tighten the screw (V) to 25 lb-in (2,8 Nm).
5. Remove the control link (H, Figure 13).
NOTE:At this time, the throttle control / TransportGuard® lever will only have two
positions: STOP / OFF position and RUN position.
6. Install the new ON / OFF TransportGuard® label (O, Figure 14) over the existing
speed control label located on the trim panel (F).
Operation
Check the Oil Level
Before you check or add oil
• Make sure that the engine is level.
• Clean the oil area of debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers or
dealers could have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time,
make sure that the oil is at the correct level. Add oil as specified by the instructions in
this manual. If you start the engine without oil, damage will occur and the engine will not
be repaired under warranty.
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 15) and clean with a cloth
2. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 15).
3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Make sure that the oil level is at the top
of the full indicator (B, Figure 15) on the dipstick.
4. The engine has two oil fills (C, G, Figure 16).If the oil level is low, slowly add oil into
the engine oil fills (C, G). Do not add too much oil. After you add oil, wait one minute
and check the oil level again. Make sure that the oil level is correct.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 15).
Oil Recommendations
Oil Capacity: See the Specifications section.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers or
dealers could have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time,
make sure that the oil is at the correct level. Add oil as specified by the instructions in
this manual. If you start the engine without oil, damage will occur and the engine will not
be repaired under warranty.
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton® Warranty Certified oils for best
performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are permitted if classified for service SF,
SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives.
Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
Engines on most outdoor power equipment operate well with 5W-30 Synthetic oil. For
equipment operated in hot temperatures, Vanguard® 15W-50 Synthetic oil gives the best
protection.
A SAE 30 - Below 40 °F (4 °C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
B 10W-30 - Above 80 °F (27 °C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil
consumption. Checkthe oil level frequently.
C 5W-30
D Synthetic 5W-30
EVanguard® Synthetic 15W-50
Low Oil Protection System (if installed)
A low oil sensor is installed on some engines. If the oil is low, the sensor will show a
warning light or stop the engine. Stop the engine and do the steps that follow before you
start the engine.
• Make sure that the engine is level.
• Do an oil check. Refer to the Check Oil Level section.
• If the oil level is low, add the correct amount of oil. Start the engine and make
sure that the warning light (if installed) does not come on.
• If the oil level is not low, do not start the engine. Contact a Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer to correct the oil problem.
Fuel Recommendations
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below.
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is permitted.
NOTICE
Do not use unapproved gasoline, such as E15 and E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or
change the engine to operate on alternate fuels. Use of unapproved fuels could result in
damage to engine components, which will not be repaired under the warranty.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, and corrosion, mix analcohol-free fuel
stabilizer and ethanol treatmentinto the fuel. Refer to the Storage section. All fuel is not
the same. If start or performance problems occur, change fuel providers or brands. This
engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emissions control system for carbureted
engines is EM (Engine Modifications). The emissions control systems for engines with
electronic fuel injection are ECM (Engine Control Module), MPI (Multi Port Injection), and
if equipped an O2S (Oxygen Sensor).
High Altitude
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON)
gasoline is permitted.
For carbureted engines, high altitude adjustment is required to maintain performance.
Operation without this adjustment will cause decreased performance, increased fuel
consumption, and increased emissions. Contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service
Dealer for high altitude adjustment information. Operation of the engine at altitudes
below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude adjustment is not recommended.
For Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) engines, no high altitude adjustment is necessary.
Add Fuel
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
When you add fuel
• Stop the engine. Before you remove the fuel cap, wait a minimum of two (2)
minutes to make sure that the engine is cool.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors or in an area that has good airflow.
• Do not put too much fuel in the tank. For expansion of the fuel, do not fill above
the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition
sources.
• Frequently examine the fuel lines, fuel tank, fuel cap, and connections for cracks
or leaks. Replace damaged parts.
• If fuel spills, wait until it dries before you start the engine.
1. Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove the fuel cap.
2. Fill the fuel tank (A, Figure 17) with fuel. Because fuel will expand, do not fill above
the bottom of the fuel tank neck (B).
3. Install the fuel cap.
Start the Engine
WARNING
Fast retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your hand and arm to the
engine faster than you can let go.Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.
• To prevent kickback when you start the engine, pull the starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull quickly.
• Before you start the engine, disconnect or remove all external equipment and
engine loads.
• Make sure that direct-coupled equipment components, such as, but not limited
to, blades, impellers, pulleys, and sprockets, are correctly attached.
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WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
When you start the engine
• Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are
correctly installed.
• Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
• If the engine is flooded, set the choke (if equipped) to the OPEN or RUN
position. Move the throttle (if equipped) to the FAST position and crank until the
engine starts.
• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in the area, do not start the engine.
• Because vapors are flammable, do not use pressurized starter fluids.
WARNING
POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. Although you do not smell exhaust
fumes, you could still be exposed to dangerous carbon monoxide gas. If you feel
sick, dizzy, or weak while you use this product, get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See
a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Carbon monoxide gas can collect in occupied spaces. To reduce the risk of
carbon monoxide gas, ONLY operate this product outdoors and far away from
windows, doors and vents.
• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in carbon monoxide
alarms with battery back-up as specified by the manufacturer's instructions.
Smoke alarms cannot sense carbon monoxide gas.
• DO NOT operate this product in homes, garages, basements, crawlspaces,
sheds, or other closed spaces, even if you use fans or open doors and windows
for ventilation. After the operation of this product, carbon monoxide can quickly
collect in these spaces and stay for hours.
• ALWAYS put this product downwind and point the engine exhaust away from
occupied spaces.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers or
dealers could have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time,
make sure that the oil is at the correct level. Add oil as specified by the instructions in
this manual. If you start the engine without oil, damage will occur and the engine will not
be repaired under warranty.
NOTE:Your equipment could have remote controls. Refer to the equipment manual for
location and operation of remote controls.
1. Check the engine oil. Refer to Check Oil Level section.
2. Make sure that the equipment drive controls, if equipped, are disengaged.
3. Move the throttle control lever/ TransportGuard® (A, Figure 18), if equipped, to the
FAST or RUN position.Operate the engine in the FAST or RUN position.
4. Move the choke control (B, Figure 18) to the CLOSED position.
The choke is usually not necessary when you start a warm engine.
5. Rewind Start, if equipped: Tightly hold the starter cord handle (C,Figure 18). Pull
the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull quickly.
WARNING
Fast retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your hand and arm to the
engine faster than you can let go.Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains
could result.
• To prevent kickback when you start the engine, pull the starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull quickly.
• Before you start the engine, disconnect or remove all external equipment and
engine loads.
• Make sure that direct-coupled equipment components, such as, but not limited to,
blades, impellers, pulleys, and sprockets, are correctly attached.
6. Electric Start, if equipped: Turn the electric start switch (D, Figure 18) to the
START position.
NOTICE
To extend the life of the starter, use short start cycles (five seconds maximum). Wait one
minute between start cycles.
7. As the engine warms, move the choke control (B, Figure 18) to the OPEN position.
If the engine does not start after 2 or 3 times, contact your local dealer or go to
vanguardpower.com or call 1-800-999-9333 (in USA).
Stop the Engine
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
• Do not choke the carburetor (if equipped) to stop the engine.
Throttle Control / TransportGuard®: Move the throttle control / TransportGuard® (A,
Figure 19) to the OFF or STOP position.
NOTE:When the throttle control /TransportGuard® (A, Figure 19) is in the OFF
or STOP position, the fuel valve is in the OFF position. Always move the throttle
control /TransportGuard® to the OFF or STOP position during transport of the
equipment.
NOTE:The key (D, Figure 19) does not stop the engine. The key ONLY starts the
engine. Always remove the key (D), and keep it in a safe location out of reach of
children.
Maintenance
Maintenance Information
WARNING
During maintenance if it is necessary to tilt the unit, make sure that the fuel tank, if
mounted on the engine, is empty and that the spark plug side is up. If the fuel tank is not
empty, leakage can occur and could result in a fire or an explosion. If the engine is tilted
in a different direction, it will not easily start because of oil or fuel contamination of the air
filter or the spark plug.
We recommend that you see a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for all
maintenance and servicing of the engine and engine parts.
NOTICE
All the components used to build this engine must remain in place for correct operation.
WARNING
Accidental engine spark can cause an electric shock or fire and could result in
entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration.
Before you make adjustments or repairs:
• Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
• Disconnect the battery wire from the negative battery terminal (only engines with
electric start.)
• Use only the correct tools.
When you check for spark:
• Use an approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with the spark plug removed.
Emissions Control Service
For maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and
systems, contact a qualified off-road engine repair establishment or service
technician. However, for "no charge" emissions control service, the work must be done
by a factory authorized dealer. Refer to the Emissions Control Statements.
Maintenance Schedule
First 5 Hours
• Change the oil.
Intervals of 8 Hours or Daily
• Check the engine oil level.
• Clean the area around the muffler and controls.
• Clean the air intake grille.
Intervals of 100 Hours or Annually
• Service the exhaust system.
• Change oil in Reduction Unit (if installed).
Intervals of 200 Hours or Annually
• Change the engine oil.
•Clean the air filter1
Intervals of 600 Hours or 3 Years
10
Not for
Reproduction