Briggs Stratton Lawn Mower 470000 540000 User Manual

Operating & Maintenance  
Instructions  
Model Series  
Covered in  
This Manual  
470000  
540000  
Model  
Type  
Code  
Note: General Model Series numbers noted above are inclusive of the specific model  
number found on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in  
the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.  
Month Day Year  
WARNING  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Emission Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5  
Engine Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7  
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Fuel and Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14  
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15  
Parts and Service & Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of  
these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor  
bikes, 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.  
Need assistance? Go to www.briggsandstratton.com  
for detailed information regarding  
Briggs & Stratton engines.  
Or call, 1-800-233-3723, (U.S.A. and Canada)  
to hear a menu of pre-recorded messages  
offering engine maintenance information.  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
Copyright 2003 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation  
FORM NO. 275723-5/03  
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BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE  
Read entire Operating & Maintenance Instructions AND the  
instructions for the equipment this engine powers.*  
Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or  
death.  
THE OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS  
CONTAIN SAFETY INFORMATION TO  
Make you aware of hazards associated with engines  
Inform you of the risk of injury associated with those hazards, and  
Tell you how to avoid or reduce the risk of injury.  
The safety alert symbol  
information about hazards that can result in personal injury.  
( )  
is used to identify safety  
HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS  
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.  
Fire  
Explosion  
Moving Parts  
Shock  
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not  
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.  
Toxic Fumes  
Hot Surface  
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not  
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.  
Kickback  
Hot Liquid or Steam  
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not  
avoided, might result in minor or moderate  
injury.  
THE INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS USED  
ON THE ENGINE OR  
CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol,  
indicates a situation that could result in damage  
to the engine.  
IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDE:  
WARNING  
On Off  
Read Owner’s Manual  
Safety Alert  
The engine exhaust from this  
product contains chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause  
cancer, birth defects, or other  
reproductive harm.  
Oil  
Choke  
Stop Fuel Shutoff  
Fuel  
*
Briggs & Stratton does not necessarily know what equipment this engine will power. For that reason, you should carefully read  
and understand the operating instructions for the equipment on which your engine is placed.  
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SAFETY  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flam-  
mable and explosive.  
Starting engine creates sparking.  
Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases.  
Explosion and fire could result.  
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or  
death.  
WHEN ADDING FUEL  
If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start  
engine.  
Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes  
Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors  
before removing gas cap.  
are flammable.  
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.  
WARNING  
WHEN STARTING ENGINE  
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull  
hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let  
go.  
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.  
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could  
result.  
If engine floods, set choke to OPEN/RUN position, place  
throttle in FAST and crank until engine starts.  
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is  
felt, then pull rapidly.  
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT  
Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes  
gasoline to spill.  
Remove all external equipment/engine loads before  
starting engine.  
Direct coupled equipment components such as, but not  
limited to, blades, impellors, pulleys, sprockets, etc.,  
must be securely attached.  
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  
WARNING  
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other  
appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source  
because they can ignite gasoline vapors.  
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.  
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SAFETY  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Running engines produce heat. Engine parts,  
especially muffler, become extremely hot.  
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless,  
colorless, poison gas.  
Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.  
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,  
fainting or death.  
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass,  
brush, etc. can catch fire.  
Start and run engine outdoors.  
Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool before  
touching.  
Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors  
or windows are open.  
Remove accumulated combustibles from muffler area  
and cylinder area.  
Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester  
before using equipment on forest-covered, grass-cov-  
ered, 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  
WARNING  
Never remove radiator cap or radiator reservoir  
cap while the engine is hot or running. Severe  
thermal burns or injury can occur by escaping  
steam or hot engine coolant.  
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or  
electric shock.  
Unintentional start-up can result in entangle-  
ment, traumatic amputation, or laceration.  
Before Performing Adjustments or Repairs  
Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark  
plug.  
Stop engine and allow to cool before removing radiator or  
reservoir cap.  
To remove reservoir cap after engine is cool, place a thick  
Disconnect battery at negative terminal (only engines  
cloth over cap and remove it slowly.  
with electric start).  
To remove radiator cap after engine is cool, place a thick  
cloth over cap and rotate it slowly counter-clockwise to  
the first stop. Pressurized steam may emit from the cap,  
stand back to avoid injury. Once all pressure is released,  
rotate cap counter-clockwise while pushing down on cap  
to remove.  
When Testing For Spark  
Use approved spark plug tester.  
Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.  
ENGINE INFORMATION  
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.  
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ENGINE INFORMATION  
MODEL SERIES 470000  
11  
13  
12  
1
2
10  
16  
15  
16  
3
3
4
14  
9
20  
5
8
17  
6
7
1. Oil fill cap  
12. Air Cleaner  
18  
2. Dipstick  
13. Fuel pump (if equipped)  
14. Muffler  
15. Choke control  
16. Throttle control  
(2 possible locations)  
17. Radiator reservoir  
18. Oil filter  
3. Spark plug (2 locations)  
4. Starter solenoid  
5. Starter  
6. Oil drain plug (2 locations)  
7. Fan belt  
6
19  
8. Fuel filter  
9. Radiator drain plug  
10. Radiator screen and handle  
11. Radiator and radiator cap  
19. Oil pressure sensor  
20. Engine Model label  
Model  
Type  
Code  
xxxxxxxx  
xxxxxx  
xxxx xx  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL SERIES 470000  
Armature air gap . . . . . . . . . 0.008 - 0.012 in. (0.20 - 0.30 mm)  
Spark plug gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.020 in. (0.51 mm)  
Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 1/4 in. (6 mm)  
past top dead center (check when engine is cold).  
This is a twin cylinder, overhead valve (OHV), liquid-cooled  
engine. It is a low emissions engine.  
In the state of California, Model Series 470000 engines are  
certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions  
standards for 250 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.  
Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.007 - 0.009 in. (0.18 - 0.23 mm)  
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.007 - 0.009 in. (0.18 - 0.23 mm)  
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.19 in. (81 mm)  
Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.87 in. (73 mm)  
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.9 cu. in. (752 cc)  
Note: For practical operation, the horsepower loading should not  
exceed 85% of rated horsepower. Engine power will decrease  
3-1/2% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1%  
for each 10° F (5.6° C) above 77° F (25° C). Engine will operate  
satisfactorily at an angle up to 25°.  
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ENGINE INFORMATION  
MODEL SERIES 540000  
12  
12  
1
19  
11  
10  
13  
2
3
14  
4
18  
3
9
15  
5
6
16  
17  
8
7
7
1. Choke control  
10. Carburetor  
2. Breather/Breather tube  
3. Spark plug (2 locations)  
4. Engine Model label  
11. Mechanical fuel pump  
12. Air cleaner  
13. Oil Fill  
Model  
Type  
Code  
xxxxxxxx  
14. Dipstick  
xxxxxx  
xxxx xx  
15. Regulator/Rectifier  
16. Starter solenoid  
17. Starter  
18. Exhaust system/Muffler  
19. Throttle control (2 locations)  
5. Oil pressure sensor  
6. Oil filter  
7. Oil drain plug (2 locations)  
8. Rotating screen  
9. Carburetor cover (Removed)  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL SERIES 540000  
Armature air gap . . . . . . . . . 0.005 - 0.008 in. (0.13 - 0.20 mm)  
Spark plug gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.020 in. (0.51 mm)  
Valve clearance with valve springs installed and piston 1/4 in. (6 mm)  
past top dead center (check when engine is cold).  
This is a twin cylinder, overhead valve (OHV), air-cooled engine.  
It is a low emissions engine.  
In the state of California, Model Series 540000 engines are  
certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions  
standards for 1000 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.  
Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.004 - 0.006 in. (0.10 - 0.15 mm)  
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.004 - 0.006 in. (0.10 - 0.15 mm)  
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85.5 mm (3.36 in.)  
Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 mm (3.07 in.)  
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 895 CC (54.6 cu. in.)  
Note: For practical operation, the horsepower loading should not  
exceed 85% of rated horsepower. Engine power will decrease  
3-1/2% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1%  
for each 10° F (5.6° C) above 77° F (25° C). Engine will operate  
satisfactorily at an angle up to 25°.  
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OIL  
SAE Viscosity Grades  
CAUTION: This engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton  
without oil. Check oil level before starting engine. If you start  
the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond  
repair and will not be covered under warranty.  
**  
*
OIL CAPACITY  
Model Series  
Capacity  
87 oz. (2.6 l)*  
80 oz. (2.3 l)*  
470000  
540000  
-20  
-30  
0
20  
32 40  
0
60  
80  
100  
40  
°F  
°C  
-20  
-10  
10  
20  
30  
*Approximate amount when changing oil and filter.  
STARTING TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE  
TYPE OF OIL TO USE  
Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SF, SG,  
SH, SJ” or higher, such as Briggs & Stratton 30, Part Number  
100005 (20 oz) or 100028 (48 oz).  
Do not use special additives.  
Do not mix gasoline with oil.  
*
CAUTION: The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils  
(5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) in temperatures above 40° F (4° C)  
will result in higher than normal oil consumption. When  
using a multi-viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.  
** CAUTION:SAE 30 oil, if used below 40° F (4° C), will result  
in hard starting and possible engine bore damage due to  
inadequate lubrication.  
Choose a viscosity according to the table opposite.  
Note: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API  
certification mark and API service symbol  
(shown at left) with “SJ/CF ENERGY  
CONSERVING” or higher, is an acceptable oil  
at all temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does  
not alter required oil change intervals.  
CHECKING AND ADDING OIL  
Check oil level before starting the engine.  
Check level daily, or after every eight (8) hours.  
Keep oil level at FULL.  
Do not overfill.  
Oil filling procedure:  
First add 67 ounces (2 liters). Start and run engine at idle for 30  
seconds. See Starting Instructions.  
Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds.  
OIL FILL  
Then add more oil slowly to bring level to Full mark on dipstick.  
Oil checking procedure:  
[1] Place engine level.  
Clean around oil fill and dipstick.  
[2] Remove dipstick and wipe clean with cloth.  
[3] Then push dipstick back in and remove to check oil level. Oil  
should be at FULL line on dipstick.  
[4] If oil is needed, add slowly.  
[5] Fill to FULL line on dipstick - recheck.  
[6] Replace dipstick firmly.  
FULL  
DIPSTICK  
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FUEL  
TYPE OF FUEL TO USE  
Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline 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.  
CAUTION: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated  
gasoline, are gasoline 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 percent-  
age of alcohol or ether.  
Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol.  
Do not mix oil with gasoline.  
For engine protection use Briggs & Stratton Gasoline Additive  
available from your Authorized Briggs & Stratton Dealer (P/N  
5041 or single use pouch).  
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust  
Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).  
ADDING FUEL  
WARNING  
[1] Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2 inches below  
top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Be careful not to  
overfill.  
Briggs & Stratton Smart-Fillfuel can fills to the correct  
level and automatically shuts off, reducing spills and  
emissions.  
Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes  
before removing gas cap.  
Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.  
Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,  
[2] Replace cap before starting.  
heat, and other ignition sources.  
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.  
COOLANT  
MODEL 470000  
Do not touch radiator or open  
radiator cap, or open reservoir  
when engine is hot or running.  
WARNING  
Allow engine to cool before  
changing or adding coolant.  
This engine is liquid cooled.  
A 50/50% mixture is required of phosphate-free antifreeze and  
tap water for heat dissipation, rust resistance and lubrication.  
ADDING COOLANT  
Fill radiator to bottom of filler neck, and fill reservoir between  
FULL and LOW.  
COOLANT LEVEL  
IN RESERVOIR  
Start and run engine for 30 seconds.  
See Starting Instructions.  
Shut engine off and allow it to cool.  
Recheck coolant levels in radiator and reservoir.  
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STARTING & STOPPING  
OIL PRESSURE SWITCH  
CAUTION  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE FOR THE FIRST TIME:  
Fill and check oil level.  
If engine is equipped with an oil pressure switch, the switch will  
either activate a warning device or stop the engine when the  
engine runs low on oil. (Read the operating instructions supplied  
by the equipment manufacturer to determine if and how your  
engine is equipped.)  
Fill with fresh gasoline.  
See OIL PRESSURE on page 12 for oil filling instructions.  
Fill and check coolant level.  
Charge battery as the equipment manufacturer  
TEMPERATURE LIGHT (If equipped)  
MODEL 470000 ONLY  
recommends.  
If temperature light comes on, engine is overheating.  
The manufacturer of equipment  
WARNING  
on which this engine is installed  
specifies top speed at which  
engine will be operated. DO NOT  
EXCEED this speed.  
CAUTION:  
DO NOT OPERATE If the temperature light is on. Check  
coolant levels, fan belt, and any restriction to air flow. If light  
persists, see an Authorized Service Dealer.  
STARTING IN COLD WEATHER:  
Use correct type of oil for expected starting temperature. See  
Open fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, before starting engine.  
Oil.  
Allow engine to warm up several seconds to several  
minutes, depending on outside temperature.  
Use fresh gasoline, which has higher volatility to improve  
Gradually open choke.  
starting.  
For maximum performance and life, operate engine with  
Remove external equipment/engine loads.  
choke in OPEN and throttle in FAST.  
(See equipment operating instructions.)  
TO START ENGINE  
[1] Check oil level (see p. 8).  
Typical Controls  
[2] Open fuel shut-off valve (if equipped).  
[3] Move choke control to CHOKE or START.  
[4] Move throttle (if equipped) to FAST.  
[5] Push rocker switch (if equipped)  
to ON or RUN.  
[6] Insert key and turn to START.  
CAUTION: To prolong starter life, use short starting  
cycles (5 seconds maximum, then wait one minute).  
Follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations  
for charging battery.  
Fuel Shut-off  
Choke  
Throttle  
[7] Let engine warm up.  
If choke equipped: Slowly adjust toward RUN position.  
Wait until engine runs smoothly before each choke  
adjustment.  
TO STOP ENGINE  
[1] Move throttle to SLOW (if equipped).  
STOP  
Stop Switch  
RUN  
[2] Turn key to OFF. Remove key and store out of reach of children.  
[3] Push rocker switch (if equipped) to OFF or STOP.  
[4] Close fuel shut-off valve (if equipped).  
Key  
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MAINTENANCE  
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 Briggs & Stratton parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the engine, and may result in  
injury. In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty.  
ENGINE AND ENGINE PARTS  
We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine  
parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts.  
Perform the following at recommended intervals:  
Task  
Perform task at hourly  
or calendar interval,  
whichever comes first.  
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.  
Check oil level  
Check for  
oil leaks  
WARNING  
Change oil  
*  
*  
If you perform any maintenance on the engine, first  
disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark  
plugs, and disconnect the battery at the negative  
terminal (electric starter engines only) to prevent  
unintentional sparking. Unintentional sparking can  
result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up  
can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or  
laceration. Use only correct tools.  
Change oil filter  
Clean  
air cleaner  
*
*
Replace air cleaner  
cartridge  
*
*
Check valve  
clearance  
*
Check battery  
electrolyte  
Change  
spark plugs  
WARNING  
Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object  
because the flywheel may later shatter during operation.  
Change fuel filter  
Clean spark  
arrestor (if equipped)  
Do not tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to  
increase engine speed.  
MODEL 540000 ONLY  
Replace Safety  
filter cartridge  
SPARK PLUG  
Change spark plugs yearly. Use only Briggs & Stratton Spark  
Tester (part number 19368) to check for spark.  
MODEL 470000 ONLY  
Check coolant  
Note: In some areas, local law  
requires using resistor spark plug  
to suppress ignition signals. If this  
engine was originally equipped  
with resistor spark plugs, use  
same type for replacement.  
.020” (0.51 mm)  
WIRE GAGE  
Change coolant  
Check fan belt  
*
*
*
*
Change oil and filter after first 50 hours of use, then every  
100 hours or every season. Change oil every 50 hours when  
operating the engine under heavy load or in high  
temperatures.  
Check valve clearance after first 50 hours of use, then  
every 250 hours.  
** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne  
debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.  
VALVE CLEARANCE  
*** If an extended life coolant is used, interval may be increased  
to once every 3000 hours.  
Check valve clearance every 250 hours.  
(See Tune-up Specifications on page 6).  
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MAINTENANCE  
CHANGING OIL AND OIL FILTER  
Change oil and filter after first 50 hours and every 100 hours thereafter.  
[1] With engine OFF but still warm, remove oil drain plug and drain oil into  
appropriate receptacle. Reinstall drain plug  
OIL FILTER  
[2] Remove oil filter. Before installing new filter, lightly oil filter gasket with  
fresh, clean oil.  
[3] Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter adapter. Tighten  
1/2 to 3/4 turn more.  
[4] Place engine level. Remove oil fill cap and add fresh oil.  
Oil filling procedure: First, add 67 ounces (2 liters). Start and run  
engine at idle for 30 seconds. Shut engine off and wait 30 seconds.  
Then, add more oil slowly to bring level to Full mark on dipstick. Do  
not overfill.  
OIL DRAIN PLUG  
OIL FILL  
[5] Replace oil fill cap and dipstick  
CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil  
properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local  
authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facilities.  
OIL PRESSURE  
If oil pressure drops below 1-4 psi (.1-.2 kg/cm ), an oil pressure switch (if  
2
engine is equipped) will either activate a warning device or stop the engine.  
Check oil level with dipstick. If oil level is between ADD and FULL mark on  
dipstick, Do not try to restart engine. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton  
Service Dealer. Do not operate engine until oil pressure is corrected.  
FULL  
DIPSTICK  
If oil level is below ADD mark on dipstick, add oil to bring level to FULL mark.  
Restart engine and check oil pressure. If pressure is normal, continue to  
operate engine.  
Note: Oil pressure gauge, if engine is equipped, is supplied by manufactur-  
er of equipment.  
AIR CLEANER  
CLAMPS  
CAUTION: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to  
clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage cartridge;  
solvents will dissolve cartridge.  
AIR  
CLEANER  
BODY  
COVER  
Clean cartridge every 100 hours. To clean cartridge, gently tap on  
end with handle of screwdriver. Replace cartridge every 600  
hours. Clean and replace more often under dusty conditions.  
AIR FILTER  
CARTRIDGE  
Model 5400 Safety Filter Installation  
[1] Unlock clamps and remove cover.  
SAFETY FILTER  
AIR FILTER  
[2] Remove cartridge from air cleaner body, and inspect.  
Replace if very dirty or any damage occurs to cartridge.  
CARTRIDGE  
CARTRIDGE  
[3] Carefully clean out air cleaner cover.  
[4] Install cartridge in body.  
[5] Install cover and lock clamps with rubber valve down.  
AIR  
CLEANER  
BODY  
AIR  
CLEANER  
BODY  
Model 5400 Safety Filter Installation  
Replace cartridge every 600 hours, or with every other air filter  
cartridge replacement. To replace cartridge, pull carefully to  
remove from air cleaner body, ensure no debris enters engine.  
Install new safety cartridge first, then install air filter cartridge over  
safety filter.  
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MAINTENANCE  
CHANGING COOLANT (MODEL 470000)  
Coolant should be replaced every year, unless an approved  
extended life coolant is used. Then replace every 3000 hours.  
WARNING  
A 50/50% mixture is required of phosphate-free antifreeze and  
Never remove radiator cap or radiator reservoir  
cap while the engine is hot or running. Severe  
thermal burns or injury can occur by escaping  
steam or hot engine coolant.  
tap water for heat dissipation, rust resistance and lubrication.  
[1] Remove drain plug. As coolant is running out, open radiator  
cap to allow any trapped coolant to drain. Replace drain  
plug.  
Stop engine and allow to cool before removing radiator or  
reservoir cap.  
[2] Remove reservoir bottle, drain it and reinstall.  
To remove reservoir cap after engine is cool, place a thick  
cloth over cap and remove it slowly.  
[3] Fill radiator to bottom of filler neck and reservoir between  
FULL and LOW. Replace radiator cap.  
To remove radiator cap after engine is cool, place a thick  
cloth over cap and rotate it slowly counter-clockwise to  
the first stop. Pressurized steam may emit from the cap,  
stand back to avoid injury. Once all pressure is released,  
rotate cap counter-clockwise while pushing down on cap  
to remove.  
[4] Start and run engine for 30 seconds.  
[5] Shut engine off and allow it to cool. Recheck coolant levels in  
radiator and reservoir.  
CAUTION: Used coolant is a hazardous waste product.  
Dispose of used coolant properly. Check with your local  
authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal/re-  
cycling facilities.  
[6] Coolant level in reservoir should be between FULL and LOW  
when engine is cold.  
Normal coolant temperature  
gauge (if equipped) should  
read between 175° and 195° F  
(80° and 90° C) when engine is  
running.  
WARNING  
If coolant temperature rises above 220° F (105° C), the  
temperature light (if equipped) will illuminate. Idle engine down  
for a while. Then stop engine. Once engine is cooled, check  
coolant level, fan belt tension and clean any clogged radiator  
fins.  
COOLANT LEVEL  
IN RESERVOIR  
RADIATOR  
DRAIN PLUG  
Side view  
Front view  
FAN BELT (MODEL 470000)  
Check condition of fan belt.  
Replace if damaged or worn.  
FAN BELT  
BOLT “A”  
To adjust fan belt tension  
[1] First, loosen bolt A and bolt B.  
TORQUE  
WRENCH  
TORQUE  
WRENCH  
SQUARE  
TORQUE  
HOLE  
[2] Fit torque wrench in the square  
torque hole located on the bracket.  
SQUARE  
TORQUE HOLE  
BOLT “B”  
[3] Apply 115 in-lbs of torque in the  
direction of the arrow.  
FAN  
BELT  
[4] While belt is being tensioned per  
step [3], torque bolt A and B to 135  
in-lbs.  
BOLT “B”  
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MAINTENANCE  
CLEANING DEBRIS  
Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris from engine.  
Keep linkage, springs and controls clean. Keep area around and  
behind muffler free of any combustible debris.  
Model 470000: Use the handle on the radiator screen to lift off for  
cleaning. Clean screen thoroughly and clean radiator fins.  
CLEAN DEBRIS  
RADIATOR  
SCREEN  
HANDLE  
CLEAN DEBRIS  
Model 540000: Remove front carburetor cover, and clean around  
intake manifold and carburetor.  
CLEAN DEBRIS  
CAUTION: Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could  
contaminate fuel system. Low pressure compressed air may be  
used, be careful not to damage radiator fins.  
Engine parts should be kept  
clean to reduce the risk of over-  
heating and ignition of accumu-  
lated debris.  
WARNING  
FUEL FILTER  
MUFFLER/FUEL SYSTEM  
Drain fuel tank or close fuel shut-off  
valve before replacing fuel filter.  
Otherwise, fuel can leak out,  
creating a fire/explosion hazard.  
Replacement parts for the muffler  
WARNING must be the same and installed in  
the same position as the original  
WARNING  
parts, otherwise fire can occur.  
When replacing fuel filter, ensure  
clamps are tight and fuel flows into  
the same direction as the arrow  
marked FLOW.  
Replacement parts for fuel system  
(cap, hoses, tanks, filters, etc.) must be the same as original  
parts, otherwise fire can occur.  
PART NO. 807241  
ADJUSTMENTS  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
Differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load may require minor  
carburetor adjustment. Air cleaner and air cleaner cover must be  
assembled to carburetor before starting engine.  
The manufacturer of the equipment  
on which this engine is installed  
specifies top speed at which the  
WARNING  
engine will be operated. DO NOT EXCEED this speed.  
The carburetor on this engine is low emission. The carburetor is  
equipped with an idle speed adjustment screw. The Model  
470000 is equipped with an idle mixture valve with a limiter (see  
inset), which allows some adjustment. DO NOT remove limiter  
caps. DO NOT force beyond limit.  
Engine will be running to perform  
WARNING  
this adjustment. Keep away from all  
rotating and moving parts.  
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR  
[1] Start engine and warm up approximately 5 minutes before  
adjusting.  
[2] Place throttle control in SLOW position.  
[3] Rotate carburetor throttle lever against the idle speed screw  
and hold it.  
Note: Engines operated at about 3000 feet (900 meters) or higher above  
sea level may require a high altitude carburetor main jet. If erratic perfor-  
mance is observed, contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service  
Dealer for cost to install/purchase a high altitude carburetor main jet.  
[4] Turn idle speed screw to obtain 1500 rpm  
LIMITER  
CARBURETOR  
CAP  
[5] Model 470000 Only: While still holding carburetor throttle  
lever against idle speed screw, set cylinder #1 idle mixture  
valve to obtain highest speed. Then set cylinder #2 idle  
mixture valve to obtain highest speed. Do not force beyond  
limit. Do not remove limiter caps.  
[6] Model 470000 Only: Release carburetor throttle lever.  
Move throttle control to FAST position. Engine should  
accelerate smoothly. If it does not, readjust idle mixture  
valves slightly counterclockwise.  
THROTTLE  
LEVER  
IDLE MIXTURE  
IDLE SPEED  
SCREW  
VALVES  
CYL # 1  
CYL # 2  
Only Model 470000 carburetor has idle mixture valves  
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ADJUSTMENTS  
Disconnect spark plug and battery before performing adjustments.  
WARNING  
REMOTE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS  
MODEL 4700000  
THROTTLE STOP  
THROTTLE LEVER  
ALTERNATE REMOTE THROTTLE  
WIRE AND CASING  
THROTTLE WIRE AND CASING  
ALTERNATE REMOTE THROTTLE  
CASING CLAMP SCREW  
THROTTLE CASING CLAMP SCREW  
CHOKE  
LEVER  
REMOTE CHOKE CASING  
CLAMP SCREW  
Throttle control adjustment  
Choke control adjustment  
[1] Move choke control to CHOKE position. (Carburetor  
choke should be completely closed.)  
[1] Move throttle control to FAST. (Swivel should be against  
throttle stop.)  
[2] If not, loosen casing clamp screw.  
[2] If not, loosen casing clamp screw. Move casing and wire  
until swivel is against throttle stop, see direction shown by  
arrow.  
[3] Then move casing, wire and engine choke lever in  
direction shown until choke is completely closed.  
[4] Tighten casing clamp screw.  
[3] Tighten casing clamp screw.  
REMOTE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS  
MODEL 540000  
THROTTLE WIRE AND CASING  
CHOKE  
LEVER  
VARIABLE FRICTION  
SETTING NUT  
THROTTLE  
CASING CLAMP  
SCREW  
THROTTLE  
SWIVEL  
THROTTLE STOP  
REMOTE CHOKE CASING  
CLAMP SCREW  
THROTTLE LEVER  
ALTERNATE REMOTE  
THROTTLE CASING  
CLAMP SCREW  
ALTERNATE REMOTE THROTTLE  
WIRE AND CASING  
Throttle control adjustment  
Choke control adjustment  
[1] Move throttle control to FAST. (Swivel should be against  
throttle stop.)  
[1] Move choke control to CHOKE position. (Carburetor  
choke should be completely closed.)  
[2] If not, loosen casing clamp screw. Move casing and wire  
until swivel is against throttle stop, see direction shown by  
arrow.  
[2] If not, loosen casing clamp screw.  
[3] Then move casing, wire and engine choke lever in  
direction shown until choke is completely closed.  
[4] Tighten casing clamp screw.  
[3] Tighten casing clamp screw.  
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STORAGE  
Then, engine and fuel can be stored up to 24 months.  
[2] While engine is still warm, change oil.  
STORAGE  
Engines stored over 30 days need special attention.  
[3] Remove spark plugs and pour about 1 oz. (30 ml) of engine  
oil into each cylinder. Replace spark plugs and crank slowly  
to distribute oil.  
[1] To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential  
carburetor parts:  
a) if fuel tank contains oxygenated or reformulated gasoline  
(gasoline blended with an alcohol or an ether), run engine  
until it stops from lack of fuel, or b) if fuel tank contains  
gasoline, either run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or add  
a gasoline additive to the gas in the tank. (See parts list.  
Single-use pouches of gas additive are available from your  
service dealer.) If you use a gas additive, run the engine for  
several minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor.  
[4] Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass.  
[5]  
Store in a clean, dry area. Do not  
store in same area as a stove,  
furnace, water heater, or other  
appliance that uses a pilot light or  
has a device that can create a  
spark.  
WARNING  
SERVICE  
See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. 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.  
PARTIAL LIST OF  
GENUINE BRIGGS & STRATTON PARTS  
PART PART NO.  
Air cleaner cartridge (Model 470000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 820263  
Air cleaner cartridge (Model 540000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 809670  
Safety air cleaner cartridge (Model 540000) . . . . . . . . . . 821136  
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100028  
Oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 492932  
Fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 691035  
Fuel pump (Model 470000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807242  
Fuel pump (Model 540000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 809669  
Fan belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 807243  
Gas additive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5041  
Resistor spark plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491055  
Spark plug wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19374  
When you purchase equipment powered by a Briggs  
& Stratton engine, you are assured of highly skilled,  
reliable service at more than 30,000 Authorized  
Service Dealers worldwide, including more than  
5,000 Master Service Technicians. Look for these  
signs wherever Briggs & Stratton service is offered.  
You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service  
Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site  
www.briggsandstratton.com or in the “Yellow Pages”  
Spark tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19368  
Oil pump kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5056  
(uses standard electric drill to remove oil from engine quickly)  
directory under “Engines, Gasoline” or “Gasoline En-  
gines,” or “Lawn Mowers” or similar category.  
Repair Manual (Model 470000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275429  
An illustrated shop manual includes common  
specifications and detailed information cover-  
ing adjustment, tune-up and repair of Briggs &  
Stratton OHV, twin cylinder, 4 cycle engines. It  
is available for purchase from an Authorized  
Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer or you can  
order it from the factory. Write: Briggs & Stratton  
Corporation, Attn: Service Division  
P. O. Box 1144, Milwaukee, WI 53201  
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BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY  
Effective January 1, 2003 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before January 1, 2003  
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 conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map  
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 or  
countries 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.  
OUR PRODUCT  
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WARRANTY PERIOD*  
Consumer Use  
2 years  
1 year  
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90 days  
*
Note the following special warranty periods: 2 years for Classicengines 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-  
Mowstarter on Quantumand Intekengines. Engines used in competitive racing or on commercial or rental tracks are not warrantied.  
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 all 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 pur-  
poses 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.  
ABOUT YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY  
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 of the 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.  
the engine because of improper maintenance, is not covered  
by warranty.  
intervals, clean and re−oil the Oil−Foamelement or the  
foam pre−cleaner, and replace the cartridge.) Read  
Operating & Maintenance Instructions.  
This warranty covers engine related defective material  
and/or workmanship only, 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 GARDmay 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  
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.  
11. 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.  
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  
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" of your telephone directory under  
ꢀEngines, Gasoline" or ꢀGasoline Engines," ꢀLawn  
Mowers," or similar category.  
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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)  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THERE-  
AFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA, AND TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND  
USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES (AND AFTER JANUARY 1, 2001 IN CANADA).  
California and United States Emission Control Defects Warranty Statement  
The California Air Resources Board (CARB), U.S. Elsewhere in the United States, new non-road, Your emission control system includes parts  
EPA and B&S are pleased to explain the Emission spark-ignition engines certified for model year such as the carburetor, air cleaner, ignition sys-  
Control System Warranty on your model year 1997 and later must meet similar standards set tem, muffler and catalytic converter. Also in-  
2002 and later small off-road engine (SORE). In forth by the U.S. EPA. B&S must warrant the emis- cluded may be connectors and other emission  
California, new small off-road engines must be de- sion control system on your engine for the periods related assemblies.  
signed, built and equipped to meet the State’s of time listed below, provided there has been no  
Where a warrantable condition exists, B&S will  
repair your small off-road engine at no cost to  
you including diagnosis, parts and labor.  
stringent anti-smog standards.  
abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your  
small off-road engine.  
Briggs & Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Coverage  
Small off-road engines are warranted relative to emission 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.  
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities  
As the small off-road engine owner, you are re- As the small off-road engine owner, you should The undisputed warranty repairs should be  
sponsible for the performance of the required however be aware that B&S may deny you war- completed in a reasonable amount of time, not  
maintenance listed in your Operating and Main- ranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a to exceed 30 days.  
tenance Instructions. B&S recommends that part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper  
you retain all your receipts covering mainte- maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
If you have any questions regarding your war-  
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should con-  
nance on your small off-road engine, but B&S  
You are responsible for presenting your small  
tact  
a
B&S Service Representative at  
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of re-  
off-road engine to an Authorized B&S Service  
1-414-259-5262.  
ceipts or for your failure to ensure the perfor-  
mance of all scheduled maintenance.  
Dealer as soon as a problem exists.  
The emission warranty is a defects warranty.  
Defects are judged on normal engine perfor-  
mance. The warranty is not related to an in-use  
emission test.  
Briggs & Stratton Emission Control Defects Warranty Provisions  
The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission 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  
2. Length of Coverage  
set forth in the B&S Engine Warranty Policy.  
B&S is not liable to cover failures of War-  
ranted Parts caused by the use of add-on,  
non-original, or modified parts.  
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.  
Coverage under this warranty extends only  
to the parts listed below (the emission con-  
trol systems parts) to the extent these parts  
were present on the engine purchased.  
5. Maintenance  
a. Fuel Metering System  
Any Warranted Part which is not scheduled  
for replacement as required maintenance or  
which is scheduled only for regular inspec-  
tion to the effect of “repair or replace as nec-  
essary” shall be warranted as to defects for  
the warranty period. Any Warranted Part  
which is scheduled for replacement as re-  
quired 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 perfor-  
mance and durability may be used in the per-  
formance of any maintenance or repairs.  
The owner is responsible for the perfor-  
mance of all required maintenance, as de-  
fined in the B&S Operating and Maintenance  
Instructions.  
Cold start enrichment system  
Carburetor and internal parts  
Fuel Pump  
3. No Charge  
Repair or replacement of any Warranted  
Part will be 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 Ser-  
vice Dealer as listed in the “Yellow Pages”  
under “Engines, Gasoline,” “Gasoline En-  
gines,” “Lawn Mowers,” or similar category.  
b. Air Induction System  
Air cleaner  
Intake manifold  
c. Ignition System  
Spark plug(s)  
Magneto ignition system  
d. Catalyst System  
Catalytic converter  
Exhaust manifold  
Air injection system, Pulse valve  
4. Claims and Coverage Exclusions  
Warranty claims shall be filed in accordance  
with the provisions of the B&S Engine War-  
ranty Policy. Warranty coverage shall be ex-  
cluded for failures of Warranted Parts which  
are not original B&S parts or because of  
abuse, neglect or improper maintenance as  
e. Miscellaneous Items  
6. Consequential Coverage  
Vacuum, temperature, position,  
time sensitive valves  
and switches  
Coverage hereunder shall extend to the fail-  
ure of any engine components caused by  
the failure of any Warranted Part still under  
warranty.  
Connectors and assemblies  
Briggs & Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: Design D−247,177 (Other Patents Pending)  
5,819,513  
5,813,384  
5,765,713  
5,645,025  
5,642,701  
5,619,845  
5,606,948  
5,606,851  
5,548,955  
5,546,901  
5,503,125  
5,501,203  
5,497,679  
5,320,795  
5,271,363  
5,269,713  
5,265,700  
5,243,878  
5,235,943  
5,197,425  
5,197,422  
5,191,864  
5,188,069  
5,186,142  
5,138,996  
5,086,890  
5,070,829  
5,058,544  
5,040,644  
5,009,208  
4,996,956  
4,977,879  
4,971,219  
4,895,119  
4,819,593  
4,719,682  
4,633,556  
4,630,498  
4,522,080  
4,520,288  
4,512,499  
4,453,507  
4,430,984  
DES. 308,871  
DES. 308,872  
DES. 309,457  
DES. 356,951  
DES. 361,771  
DES. 375,963  
6,325,036  
6,284,123  
6,260,529  
6,230,678  
6,202,616  
6,116,212  
6,077,063  
6,064,027  
6,014,808  
5,894,715  
5,852,951  
5,823,153  
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La Corporation Briggs & Stratton (B&S), le California Air Resources Board (CARB)  
et le Bureau de protection environnementale des EtatsUnis (US EPA)  
Garantie sur le système d’échappement (Garantie contre les défectuosités, droits et obligations du propriétaire)  
LA GARANTIE SUR LE SYSTÈME D’ÉCHAPPEMENT EST APPLICABLE SUR LES MOTEURS  
CERTIFIÉS ACHETÉS EN CALIFORNIE EN 1995 ET LES ANNÉES SUIVANTES ET QUI SONT UTI−  
LISÉS EN CALIFORNIE, AINSI QU’AUX MODÈLES CERTIFIÉS DE 1997 ET LES ANNÉES SUI−  
VANTES QUI ONT ÉTÉ ACHETÉS ET UTILISÉS AILLEURS AUX ETATSUNIS (ET APRÉS LE 1ER  
JANVIER 2001 AU CANADA).  
Déclaration de garantie sur le système d’échappement pour la Californie, les EtatsUnis  
Le California Air Resources Board (CARB), le Bureau américain de protection environnementale  
pement de votre moteur pour la période de temps mentionnée cicontre, sauf s’il a fait l’objet  
(U.S. EPA) et B& S sont heureux d’expliquer la garantie sur le système d’échappement des petits  
moteurs horsroute de votre modèle 2000 et des années ultérieures (SORE). En Californie, les  
nouveaux petits moteurs hors route doivent être conçus, construits et équipés pour rencontrer les  
standards rigoureux d’antipollution. Ailleurs aux EtatsUnis, les nouveaux moteurs hors route à  
bougie d’allumage certifiés pour les modèles de 1997 et plus, doivent rencontrer des normes simi−  
laires mises de l’avant par le U.S. EPA. Briggs & Stratton garantit le système de contrôle d’échap−  
d’abus, de négligence ou d’un entretien inapproprié.  
Votre système de contrôle d’échappement comprend des pièces telles que le carburateur, le filtre à  
air, le système d’ignition, le silencieux et le convertisseur catalytique. Il peut aussi comprendre les  
connecteurs et autres pièces reliées à l’émission.  
Lorsqu’il y a condition à garantie, B&S réparera gratuitement votre petit moteur horsroute incluant  
le diagnostic, les pièces et la main d’œuvre.  
Couverture de garantie Briggs & Stratton contre toute défectuosité du système de contrôle d’échappement  
Les petits moteurs hors route sont garantis contre la défectuosité des pièces du système de contrô−  
le d’échappement pour une période de 2 ans, sujette aux conditions stipulées cicontre. Si n’impor−  
te quelle pièce de votre moteur couverte par cette garantie est défectueuse, elle sera réparée ou  
remplacée par B&S.  
Responsabilités du propriétaire  
En tant que propriétaire d’un petit moteur hors route, vous êtes responsable de veiller à l’exécution  
de l’entretien requis tel que stipulé dans votre manuel d’opération et d’entretien. B&S vous recom−  
mande de conserver tous les reçus couvrant les travaux d’entretien de votre petit moteur hors rou−  
te, mais B&S ne peut refuser la garantie en raison d’absence de reçus ou pour défaut d’avoir suivi  
tout l’échéancier du programme d’entretien.  
En tant que propriétaire d’un petit moteur hors route, vous devez être informé que B&S peut refuser  
d’honorer cette garantie si la défectuosité de votre moteur ou d’une partie de votre moteur est due à  
un emploi abusif, une négligence, un entretien incorrect ou une modification non approuvée.  
Vous avez la responsabilité d’apporter votre petit moteur hors route à un détaillant autorisé B&S  
aussitôt que survient un problème. Les réparations sous garantie doivent être complétées dans un  
délai raisonnable ne devant pas excéder 30 jours.  
Si vous avez des questions relativement à votre garantie, vos droits et responsabilités, veuillez  
communiquer avec un représentant de service B&S au numéro 1414−259−5262.  
La garantie du système d’échappement est une garantie contre les défectuosités. Les défectuosi−  
tés sont jugées en fonction d’une utilisation normale du moteur. La garantie n’est pas reliée à un  
test d’échappement effectué à l’intérieur.  
Dispositions de la garantie du système d’échappement Briggs & Stratton  
Ce qui suit concerne les dispositions spécifiques relativement à votre garantie sur le système de contrôle d’échappement. C’est une addition à la garantie B&S pour les moteurs non réglementés contenue  
dans le manuel d’entretien et d’utilisation.  
1. Pièces sous garantie  
3. Aucuns Frais  
La couverture de cette garantie ne s’applique que sur les pièces listées cicontre (les parties  
du système de contrôle d’échappement) dans la mesure où ces pièces étaient présentes sur le  
moteur au moment de l’achat.  
La réparation ou le remplacement de toute pièce sous garantie sera effectuée sans aucuns  
frais pour le propriétaire, incluant les frais de main d’œuvre pour le diagnostic afin de détermi−  
ner si la pièce sous garantie est défectueuse, conditionnel à ce que le diagnostic soit effectué  
chez un détaillant autorisé B&S. Pour la garantie relative au système d’échappement, commu−  
niquez avec le détaillant autorisé B&S le plus proche tel que listé dans les pages jaunes de  
votre localité sous la rubrique moteur à essence, tondeuse ou autre catégorie similaire.  
a. Système de dosage du carburant  
Système d’enrichissement de démarrage à froid  
Carburateur et parties internes  
Pompe à essence  
4. Réclamations et exclusions de la couverture.  
Les réclamations de garantie doivent être complétées en accord avec les dispositions de la  
politique de garantie B&S. La garantie ne couvre pas les défectuosités de pièces qui ne sont  
pas des pièces d’origine B&S ou dans le cas d’abus, négligence ou d’un entretien inapproprié.  
La garantie B&S ne couvre pas les défectuosités de pièces sous garantie qui ont fait l’objet  
d’ajouts, ont été modifiées ou de pièces qui ne sont pas des pièces B&S d’origine.  
b. Système d’induction d’air  
Filtre à air  
Tubulure d’admission  
c. Système d’ignition  
Bougies d’allumage  
Système d’allumage électromagnétique  
5. Entretien  
Toute pièce sous garantie qui n’est pas remplacée au moment requis selon le manuel d’entre−  
tien ou qui est planifiée seulement pour une inspection régulière sous la mention « réparer ou  
remplacer si nécessaire » est garantie contre toute défectuosité pour la période de garantie.  
Toute pièce sous garantie qui est planifiée pour un remplacement tel que requis dans l’entre−  
tien est garantie contre toute défectuosité seulement pour la période de temps qui va jusqu’au  
premier remplacement prévu pour cette pièce. Toute pièce de remplacement équivalente en  
performance et durabilité peut être utilisée pour l’entretien ou la réparation. Le propriétaire est  
responsable de l’exécution de tout entretien requis tel que défini dans le manuel d’instruction  
B&S sur l’entretien et la réparation.  
d. Système catalyseur  
Convertisseur catalytique  
Collecteur d’échappement  
Système d’injection d’air ou à pulsion  
e. Autres pièces utilisées dans les systèmes cihaut mentionnés  
Soupapes et interrupteurs de dépression, de température, de position.  
Connecteurs et assemblages.  
2. Durée de la couverture  
6. Couverture indirecte  
B&S garantit le propriétaire initial et tous les acheteurs subséquents que les pièces sous ga−  
rantie sont exemptes de vice de matière ou de fabrication qui pourraient causer des défectuosi−  
tés des pièces sous garantie pour une période de deux ans à partir de la date à laquelle le mo−  
teur a été livré à l’acheteur.  
La couverture cicontre s’étend à toute défectuosité des composantes du moteur causée par  
la défectuosité de n’importe quelle pièce couverte par la garantie et dont la garantie est encore  
en vigueur.  
Consultez les informations sur la période de durabilité d’émission et l’INDICE d’air sur l’étiquette d’émission de votre moteur  
Les moteurs qui sont certifiés conformes aux normes standards d’émission du California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2, doivent afficher l’information concernant la période de durabilité du système  
d’émission et l’INDICE d’air. Cette information est indiquée sur les étiquettes apposées sur les moteurs par Briggs & Stratton.  
Lapériode de durabilité d’émission indique le nombre d’heures d’utilisation normale pour lequel le moteur est certifié conforme aux normes d’émission sous réserve d’un entretien approprié tel qu’indiqué dans  
le manuel d’opération et d’entretien. Les catégories suivantes sont utilisées :  
Modéré  
Intermédiaire  
Prolongé  
le moteur est certifié conforme pour 125 heures d’utilisation normale.  
le moteur est certifié conforme pour 250 heures d’utilisation normale.  
le moteur est certifié conforme pour 500 heures d’utilisation normale.  
Par exemple, une tondeuse de modèle standard est utilisée environ 20 à 25 heures par année. Par conséquent, la période de durabilité d’émission d’un moteur dans la catégorie intermédiaire pour ce type de  
tondeuse équivaut à 10 à 12 ans.  
L’indice d’air est un nombre qui décrit le niveau relatif d’émission pour une catégorie spécifique de moteur. Plus l’indice d’air est bas, plus le moteur est écologique. Cette information est indiquée sous une  
forme graphique sur l’étiquette d’émission.  
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À compter du 1 juillet 2000, surveillez la période de conformité d’émission sur les étiquettes  
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Après le 1 juillet 2000, certains moteurs B&S seront certifiés conformes aux normes environnementales d’émission standard du United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) Phase 2. Pour les  
moteurs certifiés pour la Phase 2, la période de conformité d’émission mentionnée sur les étiquettes indique le nombre d’heures d’utilisation pour lequel le moteur rencontre les normes fédérales. Pour les  
moteurs de force moindre que 225 cc, la catégorie C = 125 heures, B = 250 heures et A = 500 heures. Pour les moteurs de 225 cc et plus, la catégorie C = 250 heures, B = 500 heures et A = 1000 heures.  
Le remplacement du moteur portant le modèle de série  
INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES  
470000 est 752 cc.  
CORPORATION BRIGGS & STRATTON  
FAMILLE YBSXS.3192VA  
CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME AUX NORMES  
ANTIPOLLUTION 2000 2001 DE CALIFORNIE  
274812  
Le remplacement du moteur portant le modèle de série  
540000 est 895 cc.  
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POUR LES PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE ET  
AUX NORMES ENVIRONNEMENTALES  
AMÉRICAINES (EPA PHASE 2) POUR LES  
PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE. CONSULTEZ  
LE MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE POUR LES  
SPÉCIFICATIONS, LENTRETIEN ET LES  
AJUSTEMENTS. CONFORME À LA PÉRIODE  
D’ÉMISSION EPA : CATÉGORIE : C  
Ceci est une représentation des étiquettes d’émission  
que vous retrouverez sur les moteurs certifiés :  
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