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FORM NO. 276343-7/05
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
© Copyright 2005 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation
The Power That Works For You ®
Operating & Maintenance
Instructions
Model 290000 300000 350000 380000 Series covered in this manual
www.briggsandstratton.com
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SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED Safety References WITH THIS ENGINE: The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety Read information about hazards that can result in personal Fire Manual 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. Explosion Oil DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not Fuel Kickback avoided, will result in death or
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Features 1. Oil Fill Cap 9. Rewind Starter (if equipped) 2. Dipstick 10. Carburetor or LPG / NG Fuel Mixer 3. Fuel Pump (if equipped) 11. Stop Switch (if equipped) 4. Spark Plug Wire 12. Air Cleaner (without fuel tank) 5. Emission Label and Engine Identification 13. Fuel Shut-off Valve (if equipped) Model XXXXXX Type XXXXXX Code 14. Air Cleaner (with fuel tank) XXXXXXXX 15. Fuel Fill/Fuel Tank (if equipped) 6. 12V Electric Starter (if equipped) 16. Exhaust Manifold 7. Oil Drain Plug 17. Oil Filt
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Safety WARNING WARNING Gaseous fuels, such as liquid Gasoline and its vapors are extremely petroleum gas (LPG) and natural flammable and explosive. gas (NG), are extremely flammable Fire or explosion can cause severe and can readily form explosive burns or death. air-vapor mixtures at moderate temperatures. WHEN ADDING FUEL IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. • DO NOT start the engine. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated
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WARNING WARNING Running engines produce heat. Engine parts, especially muffler, become Rapid retraction of starter cord extremely hot. (kickback) will pull hand and arm Severe thermal burns can occur on toward engine faster than you can contact. let go. Combustible debris, such as leaves, Broken bones, fractures, bruises grass, brush, etc. can catch fire. or sprains could result. • Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool • When starting engine, pull cord slowly until before touching. res
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Starting CAUTION Oil Pressure Switch When operating on LPG fuel, 12 volts MUST be If engine is equipped with oil pressure switch, the switch supplied to the connector. will either activate a warning device or stop the engine When operating on NG fuel, 12 volts MUST NOT when the engine runs low on oil. (Read the operating be supplied to connector. Failure to do so may instructions supplied by equipment manufacturer to cause engine damage. determine how your engine is equipped.) Before Starting −
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Stopping 1. REWIND (MANUAL) STARTER: Move throttle control (if equipped) to SLOW and then STOP WARNING position. • Do not stop engine by moving choke 2. ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER: Move throttle lever control to CHOKE. Backfire, fire or (if equipped) to SLOW. engine damage could occur. 3. ELECTRIC (KEY) STARTER: Turn key to OFF. Remove key and store out of reach of children. 4. Push rocker switch (if equipped) to STOP. STOP RUN 5. Close fuel shut-off valve (if equipped). Note: When engine is transpo
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Oil Capacity SAE Viscosity Grades Engine holds approximately 1-1/2 quarts (48 ounces or 1.4 liters) when changing oil and oil filter. ** * Oil Recommendation • Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ” or higher. Briggs & -20 0 20 32 40 60 80 100 °F Stratton strongly recommends the use of °C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 synthetic oil. If synthetic oil is unavailable, Briggs STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE & Stratton non-synthetic 30 weigh
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Changing Oil Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every CAUTION 50 hours. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures. Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with 1. Place engine level. household waste. Check with your local 2. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from authorities, service center, or dealer for safe spark plugs. Disconnect battery (if equipped with disposal/recycling
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Fuel Gasoline Powered Engines Liquid Propane Gas (LPG) • Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum Natural Gas (NG) Powered Engines from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that • Use clean, dry fuel, free of moisture or any can be used within 30 days. particulate material. Using fuels outside the • For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton following recommended values may cause Gasoline A
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Troubleshooting Starter Handle will Not Pull WARNING • Place equipment on flat level surface. • Remove all external equipment/engine loads Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) before starting engine. will pull hand and arm toward engine • Direct coupled equipment components such as, faster than you can let go. but not limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys, Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprockets, etc., must be securely attached. sprains could result. • When starting engine, pull co
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Maintenance WARNING Regular maintenance will improve the performance and Unintentional sparking can result extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs in fire or electric shock. & Stratton Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as Fire or explosion can cause well, may damage the engine, and may result in severe burns or death. injury. In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty. Unintentional start-up can result in entang
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Air Cleaner All engines have a round air cleaner cartridge. In addition, some engines have a pre-cleaner. CAUTION WARNING Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean Ensure air cleaner, retainer, and cover are cartridge. Pressurized air can damage cartridge; properly installed before starting engine. solvents will dissolve cartridge. Pre-cleaner To clean pre-cleaner (if equipped), separate it from cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in a clean cloth. Removing and In
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Cleaning Debris Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris from engine. Keep linkage, springs and controls clean. Keep area behind and around muffler free of any combustible debris. CLEAN CLEAN Finger Guard Rotating Screen Spark Arrester CLEAN Muffler Area CLEAN Linkage, Springs and Controls Air Cooling System WARNING Debris may clog the engine’s air cooling system. • Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce Remove blower housing and clean area shown to the risk of overheating and ig
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Storage 1. Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from WARNING forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. When storing fuel or equipment with fuel If fuel tank contains oxygenated or in tank: reformulated gasoline (gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether), run engine until it stops from • Store away from furnaces, stoves, lack of fuel. water heaters, or other appliances that have a pilot light or other ignition If fuel tank contains
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Technical Information Specifications Power Ratings: The power ratings for an individual engine model are initially developed by starting with We recommend that you use an authorized Briggs & SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure) of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine (Revision 2002-05). Given both the wide array of Briggs & Stratton parts. products on which our engines are
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Warranty Information Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. EPA and B&S listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on improper maintenance of your small off-road engine. your sma
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective July 1, 2004 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before July 1, 2004 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & 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 the time periods and subject to the con
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ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and 4. Parts which are scored or broken because an apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any engine was operated with insufficient or Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty contaminated lubricating oil, or an incorrect grade repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, of lubricating oil (check oil level daily or after every but sometimes requests for warranty service may not 8 hours of operation. Refill
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