Briggs & Stratton 021132-0599-E1, 021032-0562-E1 Owner’s Manual

The Power That Works For You®

FORM NO. 276183-8/05

PRINTED tN U.S.A.

© Copyright 2005 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Operating ntenance

Instructions

Model Series 21000, 21100 covered in this manual

www.briggsandstratton.com

Safety References

The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety
information about hazards that can result in personal
injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the

likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition,
a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of

hazard.

SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED

WITH THIS ENGINE:

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,_ Explosion _ Oil

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.

[_ This manual contains safety

the hazards and risks associated with engines, and

how to avoid them. Because Briggs & Stratton does
not necessarily know what equipment this engine will
power, it is important that you read and understand

these instructions and the instructions for the

equipment this engine powers.

information to make you aware of

_ Kickback _ Fuel

,,_,/tlI_,l_,,____,Hot Surface Fuel Shutoff

Toxic Fumes

Moving Parts

_$ Shock

'_ Primer

I",1 Choke

[_ Stop

On Off

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.

Table of Contents

Safety References ............................... 2

Features ....................................... 3

Safety .......................................... 4

Starting ........................................ 5

Stopping ........................................ 6

Troubleshooting ................................. 7

Oil ............................................. 8

Fuel .......................................... 10

Specifications and Emission Information ............ 11

Maintenance ................................ 12-14

Storage ....................................... 15

Service ........................................ 16

Warranty Information ............................ 17

, ,WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CAUTION

This engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton
without oil. If you start the engine without oil,

the engine will be damaged beyond repair and

will not be covered under warranty.

Features

1. Carburetor

2. Stop Switch location, if equipped/stop wires

3. Rope Handle

4. Fuel Fill

5. Air Cleaner

6. Choke

7. Spark Plug
8, Primer Bulb

9. Engine Identification
Model XXXXX Type XXXXXX Code

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10. Oil Fill/Dipstick

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Safety

CAUTION

This engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton
without oil. If you start the engine without oi!, the
engine wit! be damaged beyond repair and will
not be covered under warranty.

WARNING

WHEN ADDING FUEL

,,Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2

minutes before removing gas cap.

,, Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
,, Do not overfill fuel tank.
,, Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames,

pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

,,Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings

frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if

necessary.

WHEN 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 choke carburetor to stop engine.

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

Transport with fuel tank EMPTY.

WHEN STORING GASOLINE OR EQUIP=
MENT 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.

WARNING

When starting engine, pull cord slowly until

resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.

o Direct coupled equipment components such as,

but not limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys,
sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.

WARNING

o Operate equipment with guards in place.
,, Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.

o Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
o Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling

drawstrings or items that could become caught.

WARNING

o Start and run engine outdoors.

Do not start or run engine in enclosed area,

even if doors or windows are open.

WARNING

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WARNING

,, If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do

not start engine.

,, Do not use pressurized starting fluids because

vapors are flammable.

Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool
before touching.

,, Remove accumulated debris from muffler area

and cylinder area.

o 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.

Starting

This engine is shipped WITHOUT oiI. See section on oil
for recommendations, capacity, and filling details.

Full Choke

Half Choke

Off Position

Choke Lever

Primer Bulb

1. Set unit on flat surface and push primer bulb 15
times FOR A NEW ENGINE. Push primer bulb 8
times for all future starts.

2. Move red choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position.

3. Not all applications have a throttle. If the
equipment has this a throttle, squeeze throttle

trigger. Ifthe engine is still warm from a previous

start, do not squeeze throttle.

CAUTION

Operating engine at an excessive speed without
proper engine loading will cause damage. DO NOT
operate a string trimmer with a line shorter than
10" diameter for extended periods.

Typical

Trigger

4. Pull starter handle sharply until engine runs.

5. Wait a maximum of I0 seconds, then move choke
lever to HALF CHOKE position.

6. Run the engine at HALF CHOKE for 20 seconds
or until unit accelerates smoothly. Move choke to
OFF position.

7. Wait a minimum of 20 seconds, then release

throttle trigger.

WARNING

The manufacturer of the equipment on which
this engine is installed specifies top speed at

which the engine will be operated. DO NOT

EXCEED this speed.

Stopping

,_WARNING

Do not stop engine by moving choke control to

CHOKE. Backfire, fire or engine damage could

occur.

1. Depress stop switch located on the engine or
equipment to stop.

Need Assistance?

Go to www.briggsandstratton.corn or call 1-800-233-3723

Troubleshooting

CAUTION

Engine will not start

Out of fuel

• Prime engine

• if engine is cold, ensure choke is set
correctly.

• Add fuel

Engine flooded

• Set choke to FULL CHOKE position and
continue to pull starter handle.

Fouled spark plug/engine fails to

product spark

• Remove spark plug and clean it. Check
the spacing on the electrode and set the

gap to the correct dimension. See
Maintenance Section. if plug is damaged,

replace with a new spark plug.

• Ensure the spark plug is installed and
wire is connected.

Engine is smoking or running rough

o There maybe slight oil accumulation in the

crankcase upon starting. This is normal.

otf excessive smoke or smoke is heavy,

ensure choke is in OFF CHOKE position.

o Check for fouled spark plug.
o Check air filter for debris.

This engine is shippedfrom Briggs & Stratton
without oil. If you startthe engine withoutoil, the
engine will be damaged beyond repair and will
not be covered under warranty.

,_ WARNING

• Ensure fuel cap is in place before
starting engine

o Turn engine OFF and let engine

cool at least 2 minutes before

removing fuel cap.

o Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and

fittings frequently for cracks or

leaks. Replace if necessary.

• Do not crank engine with spark plug

removed.

CAUTION

If engine is tipped to transport equipment, to
remove debris, to drain oil, etc., keep the spark
plug side of engine up.

Oil

Capacity

Engine holds approximately 3 ounces (90 hi).
Change oil after first 4 hours of use.

Oil Recommendation

Use a high quality detergent oil classified "For
Service SF, SG, SH, SJ" or higher, such as Briggs &

Stratton SAE 30, Part Number 100091 (3.2oz) or
Briggs & Stratton Synthetic Oil, Part Number

100074.
Do not use special additives.

Choose a viscosity according to the table below.

SAE Viscosity Grades

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o_ 2_ _ 2_ 3_ 4_ 6_ 8_ I_0

STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

CAUTION

Air cooledengines run hotterthan automotiveengines.
The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosityoils (5W-30,

10W-30,etc.)in temperatures above40° F(4° O) wilt
resultin higherthan normal oil consumption.When using

a multi-viscosity oil,check oil level more frequently.

CAUTION

Adding Oil

CAUTION

KEEP ENGINE LEVEL

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Engine must be level, with oil fill facing up, to
check oil. If engine isnot level, dipstick reading will
not be accurate. This will lead to possible over or
under filling causing damage to the engine.

o Check oil level before starting the engine.
= Check level daily, or after every eight (8) hours of

use.

o Keep oil level at FULL.

• DO NOT over fill. Use oil measure cup for filling.

• Add only half ounce to 1 ounce of oil at a time.

1 ounce __

0,5 OUnCe

I. Place engine level. Remove dipstick. Use the oil

measure cup to pour oil slowly into engine.
Do not over fill.

* Synthetic oilmust be used when operatingengine

under40 F (4 O) or enginedamage wi occur.

CAUTION

** Use ofSAE 30 eli below 50' F(10° O)will resultin hard

starting andpossible enginedamage due to inadequate

ubrication.

Oil Fill

2. Tighten dipstick down.

3. To check oil level, remove and wipe the dipstick
clean with cloth. Tighten dipstick down. Remove

and check oil level.

Dipstick

4. Verify FULL level of oil by presence of oil in hole
on dipstick, or by measure line.

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5. If needed, add only half ounce of oil at a time to

bring it to FULL. Re-check level.

Changing OH & Checking Level

Change oil after first 4 hours of use, then every 8 hours.
Change oil every 4 hours when operating the engine
under heavy load or in high temperatures.

WARNING

_ * Disconnect spark plugwire and keep it

from spark plug.

1. Change oil while engine is OFF but still warm,
ensure fuel cap is tightened securely.

2. Remove dipstick and drain oil in direction shown.

3. Place engine level. Using oil measure cup pour oil
slowly adding half ounce at a time. Do not over

fill.

Note: Engine holds approximately 3 oz (90 ml).

4. To re-check oil level, remove dipstick and wipe
clean with cloth. Tighten dipstick down. Remove

and check oil level.

5. Replace dipstick tightly, and reconnect spark plug

wire before starting engine.

CAUTION

Used oi! 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.

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Oil

Fill

Fuel

Type of Fuel to Use

Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasotine with a

minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum
from forming in the fuel system or on essential
carburetor parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that can

be used within 30 days.

,, For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton

Gasoline Additive available from your Authorized

Briggs & Stratton Dealer.

,, Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol.

Do not mix oil with gasoline.

• This engine is certified to operate on gasoline.
Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine

Modifications).

Adding Fuel

1. Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2
minutes before removing gas cap.

2. Tilt engine at angle shown to properly fill fuel tank.

CAUTION

Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
fuels, are fuels 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.

3. Remove cap and add fuel until level is
approximately 1" below top of fuel tank neck. Be

careful not to over fill.

4. Replace cap before starting.

Fuel Fill

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Specifications

CAUTION

All the components used to build this engine
assembly must remain in place for the proper
operation of this engine.

We recommend that you use an authorized Briggs &
Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service

of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine
Briggs & Stratton parts.

GENERAL INFORMATION
This is a single cylinder, air-cooled engine. It is a low
emissions engine.

In the state of California, Model Series 21000 and 21100
engines 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.
Model Series 21000

Bore ............................ 1.575 in. (40 mm)

Stroke .......................... 1.065 in. (27 mm)

Displacement .................. 2.074 cu. in. (34 cc)

Model Series 21100

Bore ............................ 1.575 in. (40 mm)

Stroke ....................... 1.250 in. (3I .75 mm)

Displacement ................... 2.44 cu. in. (40 cc)

Note: For practicaloperation,the horsepowerloadingshouldnot
exceed85%ofratedhorsepower. Engine powerwilldecrease3-1/2%
foreach1,000feet (300 meters) abovesealeveland1%foreach10°

F (5.6 ° C) above77° F(25 ° C).

Tune=Up Specifications
Armature air gap .. 0.010 - 0.014 in. (0.25 - 0.36 mm)

Spark plug gap ................. 0.025 in. (0.64 mm)

Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 1/4
in. (6 ram) past top dead center (check when engine is

cold). See Repair Manual P/N 271172.

Intake ............ 0.002 - 0.004 in. (0.05 - 0.I0 mm)

Exhaust .......... 0.002 - 0.004 in. (0.05 - 0.10 mm)

Model, Type and Code Number

To get replacement parts or technical assistance in the
future write your engine Model, Type and Code number
along with the date of purchase here. These numbers
are located on your engine. For the location, see
page 3, Engine Features.

Model Series

Type

Technical Information

Power Ratings: The power ratings for an individual
engine model are initially developed by starting with
SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940
(Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure)
(Revision 2002-05). Given both the wide array of
products on which our engines are placed, and the
variety of environmental issues applicable to operating

the equipment, it may be that the engine you have

purchased will not develop the rated horsepower when
used in a piece of power equipment (actual "on-site"

power). This difference is due to a variety of factors
including, but not limited to, the following: differences in

altitude, temperature, barometric pressure, humidity,

fuel, engine lubrication, maximum governed engine

speed, individual engine to engine variability, design of

the particular piece of power equipment, the manner in

which the engine is operated, engine run-in to reduce

friction and clean out of combustion chambers,

adjustments to the valves and carburetor, and other

factors. The power ratings may also be adjusted based

on comparisons to other similar engines utilized in
similar applications, and will therefore not necessarily
match the values derived using the foregoing codes.

Emission information

Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources
Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display

information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the
Air Index. Briggs & Stratton makes this information available to

the consumer on our emission labels. The engine emission

label wilt 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 emission compliant for 50
hours of actual engine running time.

Intermediate: Engine is certified to be emission compliant for
125 hours of actual engine running time.

Extended: Engine is certified to be emission compliant for 300
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 emission 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 emission
requirements.

Code

For handheld engines:
Category C = 50 hours
Category B = 125 hours
Category A = 300 hours

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Maintenance

Regular maintenance will improve the performance and
extend the life of the engine. See any Authorized Briggs

& Stratton Dealer for service. Use only.genuine Bricig__
& Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as

well, may damage the engine, and may result in
_. In addition, use of other parts may void your

warranty.

Emission Control

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.

WARNING

,, Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away

from spark plug.

,, Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only

engines with electric start).

o Use only correct tools.

During maintenance or repairs:

• Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or
hard object because the flywheel may later

shatter during operation.

• Do not tamper with governor spring, links or
other parts to increase engine speed.

When testing for spark:

• Use approved spark plug tester.

, Do not check for spark with spark plug

removed.

Follow the instructions and schedules indicated below.

Task

Performtask athourly
or calendar interval,

whichevercomes firsL

Before Every Use

8 Hours or

Before Every

Season

50 Hours or

Before Every

Season

* Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner, if very dirty.
** Change oil after first 4 hours of use, then every 8 hours. Change oil every 4 hours when operating the engine

under heavy load or in high temperatures.

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Air Cleaner

Check and clean the intake chamber for dirt. If the foam
air filter is dirty and worn, replace with clean filter.

1. Push cover tab to release cover, then pull cover
away from engine to service air filter.

Cover

Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean
cartridge. Pressurized air can damage cartridge;

so vents w d sso ve cartr dge.

WARNING

Ensure air cleaner, retainer, and cover are

properly installed before starting engine.

Foam Air

Filter

Foam Air Filter

To clean wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze
dry in a clean cloth. Allow to dry thoroughly. Dip foam air
filter in clean engine oil, then squeeze out excess oil in
clean cloth. Engine will smoke if too much oil is left on

the filter.

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Cleaning Debris

Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris
from engine. Keep linkage, spring and controls clean.
Keep area behind muffler free of any combustible

debris.

Spark Plug

Check the spark plug every 50 hours. Replace the
spark plug if upon inspection the electrode is burned or
worn. Ensure the spark plug is clean. Check the gap

with a feeler gauge and reset if necessary. Use only
Briggs & Stratton Spark Tester (part number 19368) to
check for spark.

Champion style plug ............. set gap at 0.025 in.

NGK style plug ............ set gap at 0.020-0.024 in.

Use a wire gauge tool to check

the gap on the spark plug.

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Note: In some areas, local law requires using a resistor
spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine

was originally equipped with a resistor spark plug, use
same type for replacement.

Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water

could contaminate fuel system. Use a brush or dry
c oth.

WARNING

Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk

of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris.

,WARNING

Ensure air cleaner, retainer, and cover are
properly installed before starting engine.

Fuel System

WARNING

Replacement parts for fuel system (cap, hoses,
tanks, filters, etc.) must be the original parts, other-

wise fire can occur.

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Storage

The following precautions should be taken if storing
your trimmer unit for a period exceeding 30 days, or for
seasonal storage.

• While engine is still warm, change oil.

• Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass.

• Drain all fuel from fuel tank into proper receptacle for
storage.

• Press primer bulb I5 times to purge fuel from
carburetor and fuel lines. Drain remaining fuel into

proper receptacle. If fuel is to be disposed, please
refer to local rules for proper disposal.

• Remove spark plug. Place 1 teaspoon or 5 ml. of oil
into spark plug hole.

• Pull starter rope slowly 8-10 times to properly coat
the cylinder bore and piston for storage. Replace

spark plug and tighten. Any residual oil may burn off
in subsequent starts. This may result in white smoke

emission from muffler.

• This trimmer may be stored in a variety of positions.

It is best to store in horizontal position with the spark
plug up. Do not store or transport with the spark
plug down.

Note: Storing or transporting with the spark plug down
will result in hard starting and/or engine smoking.

• Store in a clean dry area.

• When removing unit from storage, only use fresh
gasoline. Perform operation checks (see

maintenance schedule) before starting engine.

WARNING

When storing fuel or equipment with fuel

in tank:

,, Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters,

or other appliances that have a pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite vapors.

When Transporting Equipment:

Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with

fuel shut-off valve OFF.

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Service

See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for
all your engine service needs. Each one 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 advertising as "Authorized Briggs & Stratton"
are required to meet Briggs & Stratton
standards.

When you purchase equipment
powered by Briggs & Stratton, you are
assured of highly skilled, reliable
engine service at more than 30,000
Authorized Service Dealers worldwide,
including more than 6,000 Master

Service Technicians. Look for these
signs wherever Briggs & Stratton

service is offered.

You may find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer

in our dealer tocator map at

www.briggsandstratton.com, or by

calling 1-800-233-3723

PARTIAL LIST OF

GENUINE BRIGGS & STRATTON

PARTS

PART PART NO.

Air Filter Foam ............................ 696923

Oil (3.2 oz) ................................ 100091

Oil (20 oz) ................................ 100005

Oil Synthetic (32 oz) ....................... 100074

Fuel Stabilizer ............................... 5041

Spark Plug ............................... 696876

Spark Plug Wrench ......................... 19374

Spark Tester ............................... 19368

Tachometer ............................... 19389

An illustrated shop manual includes common
specifications and detailed information covering
adjustment, tune-up and repair of Briggs & Stratton
single cylinder, 4 cycle engines. It is available for
purchase from an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service
Dealer or you can order it from

www.briggsandstratton.corn.

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Warranty information

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

standards.
Elsewhere in the United States, new non-road, spark-ignition

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
carburetor, air cleaner, ignition system, fuel line, muffler and
catalytic 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.

Small off-road engines are warranted relative to emissions control parts defects for a period of two years, subject to provisions set
forth below. If any covered part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by B&S.

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
performance 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,
improper 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
Representative at 1-414-259-5262.

The emissions warranty is a defects warranty. Defects are
judged on normal engine performance. The warranty is not

related 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 Operating 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

o Cold start enrichment system

• Carburetor and internal parts
o Fuel Pump

o

Fuel line, fuel line fittings, clamps

b. Air Induction System

o Air cleaner

Intake manifoldo

c. Ignition System

• Spark plug(s)

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Magneto ignition system

d. Catalyst System

• Catalytic converter
o Exhaust manifold

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Air injection system, Pulse valve

e. Miscellaneous Items

• 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
defects in materials and workmanship which caused the

failure 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

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
provisions of the B&S Engine Warranty Policy. Warranty

coverage 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 Warranty Policy. B&S is not liable to

cover failures of Warranted Parts caused by the use of
add-on, non-original, or modified parts.

5. Maintenance
Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled for

replacement 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 warranty 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 scheduled 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
maintenance, as defined in the B&S Operating and

Maintenance Instructions.

6. Consequential Coverage
Coverage hereunder shall extend to the failure of any
engine components caused by the failure of any
Warranted Part still under warranty.

performed at no charge to the owner, including diagnostic
labor which leads to the determination that a Warranted

Part is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at an
Authorized B&S Service Dealer. For emissions warranty
service contact your nearest Authorized B&S Service

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Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and
apologizes to you for being inconvenienced. Any

Authorized Service Dealer may perform warranty

repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled 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 ofthe 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 misunderstanding 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 cleaning grit, or other abrasive material that

has entered the engine because of improper

maintenance, is not covered by warranty.
This warranty covers engine related defective

material and/or workmanship _ 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 engine 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-oil the
Oil-Foam element or the foam pre-cteaner, 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, improper attachment of

equipment to engine crankshaft, over-speeding or
other abuse in operation.

9. A bent or broken crankshaft, caused by striking a
solid object with the cutter blade of a rotary lawn
mower, or excessive v-belt tightness.

10. Routine tune-up or adjustment of the engine.

1I. 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 "Yellow Pages TM''of your

telephone directory under "Engines, Gasoline" or

"Gasoline Engines," "Lawn Mowers," or similar

category.

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Effective,July1,2004 replacesall undatedWarrantiesand all WarrantiesdatedbeforeJuly 1,2004

LiMiTED WARRANTY

Briggs & Stratton Corporation witl 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 conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the
nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locater map at www.briggsandstratton.com or by calling 1-800-233-3723,
or as listed in the 'Yellow Pages TM'.

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 EXCLUSION IS PERMITTED BY LAW. Some states or
countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states orcountries 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.

Vanguard '_

Consumer Use

2 years

Commercial Use

Note the following special warranty periods: 2 years for Classic TM engines in the European Union and Eastern European countries,
for all consumer products in the European Union, and for emission control systems on engines certified by EPA and CARB 5 years for
consumer use, 90 days for commercial use of Touch-N-Mow(R; starter on Quantum(R_' and Intek TM engines. Engines used in
competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warrantied. Engines operating on Kerosene fuel carry a one year for

consumer use, 90 days for commercial use

C|assic!_

i year

t90 days

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 alt

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 purposes 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.

Briggs& Stration Engines Are Made UnderOne Or More OfThe FollovdngPalents:DesignD 247177 (Other PatentsPending)

6,691,683 6,472,790 6,239,709 6,040,767 5,765,713 5,503,125 5,197,425 4,977,879 4,453,507
6,647,942 6,460,502 6,237,555 6,014,808 5,732,555 5,501,203 5,197,422 4,977,877 4,430,984

6,622,683 6,456,515 6,230,678 6,012,420 5,645,025 5,497,679 5,191,864 4,971,219 D 476,629
6,615,787 6,382,166 6,213,083 5,992,367 5,642,701 5,320,795 5,188,069 4,895,119 D 457,891
6,617,725 6,369,532 6,202,616 5,904,124 5,628,352 5,301,643 5,186,142 4,875,448 D368,187

6,603,227 6,356,003 6,145,487 5,894,715 5,619,845 5,271,363 5,150,674 4,819,593 D 375,963
6,595,897 6,349,688 6,142,257 5,887,678 5,606,948 5,269,713 5,138,996 4,720,638 D 309,457
6,595,176 6,347,614 6,135,426 5,852,951 5,606,851 5,265,700 5,086,890 4,719,682 D372,871

6,584,964 6,325,036 6,116,212 5,843,345 5,605,130 5,243,878 5,070,829 4,633,556 D361,771
6,557,833 6,311,663 6,105,548 5,823,153 5,497,679 5,235,943 5,058,544 4,630,498 D 356,951
6,542,074 6,284,123 6,347,614 5,819,513 5,548,955 5,234,&38 5,040,644 4,522,080 D 309,457

6,520,141 6,263,852 6,082,323 5,813,384 5,546,901 5,228,487 5,009,208 4,520,288 D 308,872
6,495,267 6,260,529 6,077,063 5,809,958 5,445,014 5,197,426 4,996,956 4,512,499 D 308,871

6.494 175 6.242.828 6 064 027 5.803.035

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D_clarationde garantiepourles d_fauts

de contr61ad'_missionspour la California,

losEtats-Unisatla Canada.

LeCaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard (CARB),U.S.EPAet

B&Sontle plaisirdevousexpliquerIagarantiedusyst_-
medecontr61edes6missionspourvotrepetitmoteurtout

terrain. En Californie,les petitsmoteurs toutterrain

partirderann_e 2006 doivent6trecon%s, fabriqu6set
_quip6spourr_pondreauxnormess_v_resantibrouillard
deI'6tat.Ailleursaux Etats-Unis,les nouveauxmoteurs

tout terrain a allumage command6par bougiedepuis

rann6e1997doiventr6pondreadesnormessemblables
_dict_esparlaU.S.EPA.B&Sdoltgarantirle syst6mede
contr61edes 6missions de votre moteur pendant les
dur6es indiqu6es ci-apr6s, en supposant que le petit
moteurtout terrainnesoitpasrealutilis6,n6glig6ouque
sonentretienne soitpasd6fectueux.
Le syst6mede contr61edes _missionscomprend des

pi6cescommelecarburateur,Iefiltre a air, le syst6me
d'allumage,Ia Durit de carburant,le silencieux et le
convertisseurcatalytique.Des connecteurset d'autres
assemblagesimpliqu6s dans les 6missions peuvent
aussien fairepattie.
SiIaconditiondegarantieestremplie,Briggs&Stratton
r6parera gratuitement votre moteur y compris Ie

diagnostic,lespi_ceset la maimd'ceuvre.

Couverture de lagarantieded_fectuosit_du
contr61edes_missions de Briggs & Stratton

Les petitsmoteurstout terrainsont garantis ence qui
concemeles d6fautsdespi_cesdu contr6Ied'6mission
pendant une p6riode de deux ans, aux conditions

_nonc6esplusloin.Siunepiecedevotremoteurcouverte
parcette garantieestd_fectueuse,Briggset StrattonIa
r6pareraoularemplacera.

Responsabilit_sdu propri_taireau titre de

lagaranUe

Entant que propri6taired'un petit moteur non routier,
vous_tesresponsabledeI'entretienn6cessaireindiqu6

dansIes instructionsdefonctionnementet d'entretien.
Briggs& Strattonrecommandedeconservertoutes Ies

factures de maintenance de votre moteur, mais

Briggs&Strattonnepeutrenierla garantieuniquement
causede I'absencedefactures.

Enrant que propri6taired'un moteurnon fourier,vous
devez n6anmoinssavoir que Briggs & Stratton peut

refuserd'appliquerla garantiesi Ia d_fectuosit6devotre
moteuroud'une partiedece moteurest duea unabus,
une n_gtigence, un entretien non correct ou des
modificationsnon approuv6es.

Vousavezla responsabilit_de confiervotremoteura un

R6parateurAgr66 Bdggs & Stratton d_s que vous
d6couvrezunprobI_me.Lesr_parationsincontestables

sousgarantieseronteffectu_esen untempsraisonnable
quine dolt pasexc_der30 louts.
Sivousavezdesquestionsau sujetde vos droitsou de
vosresponsabilit_squanta lagarantie,veuillezcontacter
unrepr_sentantdeBriggs& Strattonau 1-414-259-5262.
La garantie d'_mission est une garantie contre des
d_fectuosit_s.Lesd_fectuosit_ssontjug_es enfonction

des performancesnormalesd'un moteur. La garantie
n'estpasIi_ea untest d'_missionenfonctionnement.

Suivent les dispositions particuti_res de la couverture de
la garantie de d_fectuosit_ du contr6te des _missions.

Etles viennent en compI_ment deIa garantie des moteurs
Briggs et Stratton pour les moteurs non r_glement_s qui
se trouve dans Ies instructions de fonctionnement et
d'entretien.

1. Pi#ces garanties
La couverture au titre de cette garantie nes'_tend qu'aux

pi#ces _num#r_es ci-dessous (celles du syst#me de
contr61edes 6missions) dans la mesure oQ ces pi#ces
_taientpr#sentes dans le moteur au moment deI'achat.

a. Syst#me de dosage du carburant

,, Syst#me d'enrichissementpour d#marrages

froid (starter)

* Carburateuretpi_cesinternes
* Pompeacarburant

* Durit et raccords de carborant, colliers

b. Syst#med'admissioed'air

* Filtre a air

• Collecteur d'admission

c. Syst#me d'atlumage

• Bougie(s)

• Syst6me d'allumage parvoiant magn6tique

d. Syst6me catalytique

• Convertisseur catalytique

• Collecteur d'6chappement

• Syst6me d%iection d'air ousoupaped'impulsion

e. Pi6cesdiverses utJlis6esdansles syst6mesci-dessus

• Soupapes et contacteurs de d6pression,
de temp6rature,de position etdedur6e.

• Raccordsetassemblages

2. Dur6e de lacouverture
Bdggs&Strattongarantitau propri6taire initial et atousles

acheteurs suivants les pi6ces contre tout d6faut de
mati6re ou de fabrication qui pourrait entrainer une

d6fectuosJt6des pi6ces garanties pendant unep6dodede
deux ans a partir de la datede livraison du moteur a un

acheteur individueI.

3. Gratdt6
La r6paration oule rempiacement deroute pi6ce garantie

s'effectuera gratuitement pour I'acheteur, y compris les

frais dediagnostic permettantde d6terminer qu'une pi6ce

garantie est d6fectueuse, si le diagnostic esteffectu6 par
unR6parateurAgr66Briggs &Stratton.Pour b6n6ficier du
service de garantie, veuillez contacter le R6parateur

Agr66 Briggs & Strattonle plusproche dechez vous list6

dans les Pages Jaunes sous la rubrique ,, moteurs,
essence _,_ moteurs aessence m_,tondeuses agazon _

ou autre cat6gode sembiable.

4. R6ciamations et exclusions de garantie
Les r6ciamations sous garantie seront pr6sent6es selon

les dispositions de la police de garantie des moteurs de
Bdggs&Stratton. La garantie necouvrepaslespi6cesqui

ne sont pas des pi6ces Bdggs &Stratton d'origine ou qui
ont fair I'objet d'abus, de n6gligence ou d'un mauvais
entretien ainsJqu'indiqu6 dans la police de garantie des
moteurs de Bdggs & Stratton. Briggs &Stratton n'est pas

responsable des d6faillances dues a I'utilisation de
pi6ces rajout6es, nond'origine oumodifi6es.

5. Entretien

Toute pi6ce garantie qui ne doit pas 6tre rempiac6e au
titre de I'entretien ou qui est sujette a une inspection

r6guli_re aveclamention ,,r_parer ou remplacer sibesoin
est,,estgarantie contre tout d6faut pendant lap6dodede

garantie. Toute pi6ce dontle rempiacement est pr6vu au

titre de I'eetretien n'est garantie contre tout d6faut que

pendant sa p6dode normaled'utilisation. Les op6rations
de maintenance et de r6paration doivent utiliser des

pi6ces6quivatentes sur le plandes performances et dela
Iong6vit6. Le propri6taire est responsable de I'entretien

d6fini dans les instructions de fonctionnement et
d'entretiende Briggs & Stratton.

6. Couverturedescons6quences
La pr6sente couverture s'6tend a la d6faiilance de tout

composant du moteur due a la d6faillance d'une pi6ce
encore sousgarantie.

Les moteursqui sont certifiesconformesaux normes

d'_missionsdu CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard(CARB)

Phase 2 doivent afficher rinformation concemant Ia
p_riodede durabilit_des_missionsetrindiced'air. Cette

informationestindiqu_esur les_tiquettesappos_essur
les moteurspar Briggs&Stratton. L'_tiquettedu moteur
indiqueies informationsde certification.

La p_riode de durabilit_des _missions indique le
nombred'heures d'utilisation normale pour IequeI Ie

moteurest certifi_ conformeaux normesd'_missions

sousr6served'unentretienappropri_tel qu'indiqu_dans
Ie manuel d'utilisation et d'entretien. Les categories

suivantessont utilis_es:

Mod_r_e:

ie moteur est certifi_ conforme pour 125 heures
d'utilisationnormale.

Interm_diaire :
Ie moteur est certifi_ conforme pour 250 heures

d'utilisationnormale.

Prolong_e:

le moteurestcertifi_conformepour500heuresd'utiIisa-
tion normale.Par exemple,une tondeuse&conducteur

marchantctassiqueest utilis_e20 &25heuresparan.Par

consequent,la p_riodede durabilit_ des emissions
d'un moteurde cat_gorieinterm_diaire _quivaudrait&

unedouzained'ann_es.

Certains moteurs Briggs & Stratton seront certifies
conformesaux normesenvironnementalesd'_missions

de Ia United States EnvironmentalProtectionAgency

(USEPA)Phase2,ClasseIV. Pourlesmoteurscertifies
Phase2, ClasseIV,lap_riodedeconformit_d'_missions

mentionn_esurles_tiquettesindiquelenombred'heures

d'utiIisationpourlequellemoteurest enconformit_avec
Ies normesf_d_rales.

PourlesmoteursdecyIindr@einf_rieurea225cm3.
Cat@gorieC= 125 heures
Cat_gorieB =250heures
Cat_gorieA =500heures

Pourlesmoteursdeplusde 225 cm3.
Cat@gorieC= 250 heures
Cat_gorieB =500heures

Cat_gorieA = 1000heures