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WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
When Storing Fuel 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 fuel vapors.
Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum
deposits to form in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Tok eep fuel fresh,
use Briggs & Stratton FRESH START
®
fuel stabilizer, available as a liquid additive or a
drip concentrate cartridge.
There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel stabilizer is added according
to instructions.Run the enginefor 2 minutesto circulate thestabilizer throughout the fuel
system. The engine and fuel can then be stored upto 24 months.
If gasolinein the enginehas not beentreated witha fuel stabilizer, it must be drained into
an approved container. Run the engine until it stops from lackof fuel. The use of a fuel
stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to maintain freshness.
Engine Oil
While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil.
Troubleshooting
Need Assistance? Go to VanguardEngines.com or call 1-800-999-9333.
Specifications
Engine Specifications
Model 130000
Displacement 12.48 ci (205 cc)
Bore 2.688 in (68.28 mm)
Stroke 2.200 in (55.88 mm)
Engine Oil Capacity 20 -- 22 oz (0.59 -- 0.65 L)
Gear Reduction Specifications
Gear Reduction Oil Type 80W-90
Gear Reduction Oil Capacity 4 oz (0.12 L)
Engine Specifications
Model 190000
Displacement 18.63 ci (305 cc)
Bore 3.120 in (79.24 mm)
Stroke 2.438 in (61.93 mm)
Engine Oil Capacity 26 -- 28 oz (0.77 -- 0.83 L)
Gear Reduction Specifications
Gear Reduction Oil Type SAE 30
Gear Reduction Oil Capacity 12 oz (0.35 L)
Tune-up Specifications *
Model 130000
Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in (0.76 mm)
Spark Plug Torque 180 lb-in (20 Nm)
Armature Air Gap 0.010 - 0.014 in (0.25 - 0.36 mm)
Intake Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance 0.009 - 0.011 in (0.23 - 0.28 mm)
Tune-up Specifications *
Model 190000
Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in (0.76 mm)
Spark Plug Torque 180 lb-in (20 Nm)
Armature Air Gap 0.010 - 0.014 in (0.25 - 0.36 mm)
Intake Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
* Engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1%for each 10 F(5.6 C) above 77 F(25 C). The engine will operate satisfactorily at an
angle up to 15. Refer to the equipment operator’s manual for safe allowable operating limits on slopes.
Common Service Parts n
Service Part Part Number
High Capacity Air Filter, Model 130000 797033
High Capacity Air Filter Pre-cleaner, Model 130000 798513
High Capacity Air Filter, Model 190000 797032
High Capacity Air Filter Pre-cleaner, Model 190000 798795
Standard Air Filter, Model 130000 797378
Service Part Part Number
Fuel Additive 5041, 5058
Resistor Spark Plug 491055
Spark Plug Wrench 19576, 5402
Spark Tester 19368
n We recommend that you see any Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts.
Not for
Reproduction