Briggs & Stratton POWER BUILT 150000 User Manual 2

Operator’s Manual

Model 120000

Power Built 825/850/875/900 Series Intek I/C 825/850/875/900 Series I/C 825/850/875 Series

Model 150000

Power Built 1100/1125 Series

Model 200000

Power Built 1350/1450 Series Intek I/C 1350/1450 Series I/C 1450 Series

Model 210000

Power Built 1500/1575 Series Intek I/C 1500/1575 Series

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ECopyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.

Form No. 277040-3/07

Printed in U.S.A.

Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton engine. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your

confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Briggs & Stratton product will provide many years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks

associated with engines and how to avoid them. It also contains instructions for the proper use and care of the engine. Because Briggs & Stratton Corporation 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.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton Support and service for your engine. Consult your Yellow Pages™ under “Engines-Gasoline”, “Gasoline-Engines”, “Lawn Mowers” or similar categories. There are over

30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contact Briggs & Stratton Customer Service by phone at (800) 233-3723. Additional information can be found on the Internet at www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.

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 “Features” page).

Date of purchase:

Engine model:

Model: Code:Type:

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P.O. Box 702 Milwaukee, WI, 53201-0702

Briggs & Stratton is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA.

Table of Contents

Safety 2..............................................

Symbols And Warnings 2..........................................

Features 5............................................

Operation 6...........................................

Oil Recommendation 6............................................

Check/Add Oil 6..................................................

Fuel Recommendations 7.........................................

Add Fuel 7......................................................

How To Start The Engine 8........................................

How To Stop The Engine 9........................................

Maintenance 10........................................

Maintenance Chart 10.............................................

Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrester 11................................

Carburetor Adjustment 11..........................................

Valve Clearance 11................................................

Spark Plug 11.....................................................

How To Change The Oil 12.........................................

How To Service The Air Filter 13.....................................

How To Change The Gear Reduction Oil 14...........................

How To Replace The Fuel Filter 14...................................

Clean Air Cooling System 15........................................

Storage (over 30 days) 15..........................................

Features Operation Maintenance Trouble shooting Specifications WarrantiesSafety

Troubleshooting 16....................................

Specifications 17......................................

Power Ratings 17.................................................

Warranties 18..........................................

Engine Warranty 18................................................

Emissions Control System Warranty Statement 19.....................

Safety

Symbols And Warnings

Safety

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.

SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED

WITH THIS PRODUCT

Fire

Explosion

Kickback

Hot Surface

Toxic Fumes

Read Manual

Oil

Fuel

Fuel Shutoff

On Off

CAUTION, when used without the alert

symbol, indicates a situation that could result

in damage to the product.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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.

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.

Moving Parts

Shock

Wear Eye Protection

Thrown Objects

Choke

Stop

Slow

Fast

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WARNING

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WARNING

Starting engine creates sparking. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable

gases. Explosion and fire could result.

Safety

When Adding Fuel

• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing the gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.

• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion.

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

When Starting Engine

• Ensure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place and secured.

• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

• If engine floods, set choke to OPEN/RUN

position, place throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts.

• 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

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.

• Start and run engine outdoors.

• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area,

even if doors or windows are open.

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

When Operating Equipment

• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill.

• Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.

When Transporting Equipment

• Transport with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shut-off valve OFF.

When Storing Gasoline Or Equipment With Fuel In Tank

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors.

• When starting engine, pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.

• Remove all external equipment/engine loads before starting engine.

• Direct-coupled equipment components such as, but not limited to, blades, impellers, pulleys, sprockets, etc., must be securely attached.

WARNING

Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories.

Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result.

• 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.

Safety

WARNING

Running engines produce heat. Engine parts, especially muffler, become extremely hot.

Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.

Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.

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

• Remove accumulated debris 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.

WARNING

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.

Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.

Before performing adjustments or repairs:

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.

• Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only engines with electric start.)

• Use only correct tools.

• Do not tamper with governor spring, links or

other parts to increase engine speed.

• Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may later shatter during operation.

When testing for spark:

• Use approved spark plug tester.

• Do not check for spark with spark plug

removed.

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Features

A. Spark Plug

B. Air Cleaner (flat or oval)

C. Choke Control Lever

D. Fuel Shut-off Valve

E. Rewind Handle

F. Finger Guard

G. Throttle Control Lever

H. ON/OFF Switch (rewind start models)

I. Fuel Tank and Cap

J. Extended Dipstick (if equipped)

K. Short Dipstick (if equipped)

L. Oil Drain Plug

M. Oil Fill Cap

N. Engine Identification (located on cover)

Model Type Code

O. Muffler

Muffler Guard (if equipped) Spark Arrester (if equipped)

P. Safety Key (electric start models)

Features

Q. ON/OFF Switch (electric start models)

R. Gear Reduction Unit (if equipped)

Operation

Oil Capacity

Model 120000 and 150000 series engines:

20 ounces (0.6 liter).

Model 200000 and 210000 series engines:

28 ounces (0.8 liter).

Oil Recommendation

• Do not use special additives.

• Choose a viscosity from the following chart.

SAE 30 40

is good for all purpose use above 40°F, use below 40°F will cause hard starting.

10W-30 0to100

Operation

is better for varying temperature conditions. This grade of oil improves cold weather starting, but may increase oil consumption at 80°F(27°C) or higher.

Check oil level frequently at higher temperatures.

Synthetic 5W-30 --20 to 120

provides the best protection at all temperatures as well as improved starting with less oil consumption.

5W-30 40

is recommended for winter use, and works best in cold conditions.

F and higher (5°C and higher)

F ( --18 to 38°C)

F ( --30 to 40°C)

F and below (5°C and below)

CAUTION

If this engine is equipped with a gear reduction unit, the gear reduction case must be filled with oil prior to operating the engine. See “How To Change The Gear Reduction Oil” in the Maintenance Section.

Check/Add Oil

Before adding or checking the oil

• Place engine level.

• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.

Models with oil fill cap (Figure 1)

1. Remove the oil fill cap (A).

2. Pour oil slowly. Fill to point of overflowing.

3. Replace and tighten the oil fill cap.

Figure 1: Oil Fill Cap

Short Dipstick ( Figure 2)

1. Remove the dipstick (B) and wipe with a clean cloth.

2. Insert the dipstick but do not screw in. Oil level should be at FULL mark (C).

3. To add oil, pour oil slowly. Fill to point of overflowing.

4. Replace and tighten the dipstick.

Figure 2: Short Dipstick

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