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Engine Maintenance
Regular maintenance will improve the performance and
extend the life of the engine. Contact 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.
Follow the instructions and
schedule below.
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.
Task
Perform task at hourly
or calendar interval,
whichever comes first.
Check oil level
Clean radiator
Change oil and oil filter **
Clean spark arrestor (if equipped)
Check coolant level
Clean air filter cartridge*
Check fan belt
Check battery electrolyte
Replace air filter cartridge*
Change fuel filter
Change spark plugs
Change coolant ***
Check valve clearance
Replace safety air filter cartridge
(if equipped)*
* Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air filter, if very dirty.
** Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 100 hours. 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.
*** If an extended life coolant is used, interval may be increased to once every 3000 hours.
