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5. Move the choke control (C) to the choke position.
Note: Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
6. Rewind Start: Firmly hold the starter cord handle (D). Pull the starter cord handle
slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly (Figure 4).
Note: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go to
VanguardEngines.com or call 1-800-999-9333 (in USA).
WARNING: Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your
hand and arm toward the engine faster than you canlet go. Broken bones, fractures,
bruises or sprainscould result. When startingengine, pull the startercord slowly until
resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
7. Electric Start: Turn the electric start switch to the on/start position.
Note: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go to
VanguardEngines.com or call 1-800-999-9333 (in USA).
NOTICE: To extend the life of the starter, use short starting cycles (five seconds
maximum). Wait one minute between starting cycles.
8. Asthe engine warmsup, move thechoke control (C)totherun
position
(Figure 4).
How To Stop The Engine - Figure
4
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Do not choke the carburetor to stop engine.
Move the fuel/ignition lever (A) to the off
position.
Maintenance
We recommend that you see any Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for all
maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts.
NOTICE: All the components used to build this engine must remain in place for proper
operation.
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement,or repair of theemissions control devices andsystems
may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain “no charge” emissions control service, the work must be performed
by a factory authorized dealer. See the Emissions Warranty.
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic
amputation, or laceration.
Fire hazard
WARNING
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.
Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same
position as the original parts. Other parts may not performas well, may damage
the unit, and may result in injury.
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.
Maintenance Chart
First 5 Hours
Change oil
Every8HoursorDaily
Check engine oil level
Clean area around muffler and controls
Clean finger guard
Every 25 Hours or Annually
Clean air filter *
Clean pre-cleaner *
Every 50 Hours or Annually
Change engine oil
Check muffler and spark arrester
Every 100 Hours
Change gear reduction oil (if equipped)
Annually
Replace air filter
Replace pre-cleaner
Replace spark plug
Clean/Replace debris strainer
Clean air cooling system *
Check valve clearance. Adjust if necessary.
* In dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present, clean more often.
Carburetor Adjustment
Never make adjustments to the carburetor. The carburetor was set at the factory to
operate efficiently under most conditions. However, if adjustments are required, see any
Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for service.
NOTICE: The manufacturer of the equipment on which this engine is installed specifies
the top speed at which the engine will be operated. Do not exceed this speed.
How To Check The Spark Plug - Figure
5
Check the gap (A, Figure 5) with a wire gauge (B). If necessary, reset the gap. Install
and tightenthe sparkplug tothe recommended torque.For gapsetting ortorque, seethe
Specifications section.
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 the same
type for replacement.
Not for
Reproduction