Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 19E400 19F400 19G400 192400 196400 197400 250400 256400 257400 Briggs & Stratton
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Model Series Covered in This Manual 19E400 19F400 19G400 192400 196400 197400 250400 256400 257400 Operating & Maintenance Instructions Model T ype Code Month Day Y ear Note: G enera l M odel S erie s n umbe rs n oted a bove i ncl ude m any s pec ific n umbers like t he o nes o n y o ur e n g in e.
2 THE POWER IN POWER EQUIPMENT Thank you for selecting a Briggs & Stratton engine to power your equipment. Bri ggs & Stratton is committed to producing a line of engines which will make your life’s chores easier to perform. We have, at the same time, improved the design of our engines so they are environmentally friendly .
3 BEFORE OPERA TING 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.
4 SAFETY W ARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fir e or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WHEN ADDING FUEL • T urn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
5 SAFETY W ARNING Engines give of f 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.
6 ENGINE P ARTS 1. Rope handle 2. Blower housing 3. Carburetor 4. Air cleaner 5. Stop switch (if equipped) 6. Fuel fill 7. Fuel tank 8. OIL GARD (if equipped) 9. Engine Model T ype Code xxxxx xxxx xx xxxxxxxx 10. Spark plug wire 11 . Extended oil fill/Dipstick (if equipped) 12.
7 OIL 274786 CAUTION: This engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil . Check oil level before starting engine. I f you start the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty . OIL CAP ACITY Eng ine Model Series 190000 holds about 1-3/8 qts ( 44 oz s or 1.
8 FUEL TYPE OF FUEL TO USE • Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 77 oct ane. Fresh fuel prevents gum from form ing i n t he f uel s yst em o r on e ssent ial carburetor p art s. Purchas e fuel in q uantity that can b e u sed w ithin 3 0 d ays.
9 ST ARTING AND STOPPING REWI ND (MANUAL) ST AR TER TO ST ART ENGINE [1] Check oil level (see p.7). [2] Open fuel shut-off valve (if equipped). [3 ] Mo ve throttle to F AST (if equipped). Operate engine with throttle in F A ST . [4] Move choke control lever to CHOKE.
10 ST ARTING AND STOPPING ELEC TRIC (KEY) ST ARTER (if equipped) TO ST ART ENGINE [1] Check oil level (see p.7). [2] Open fuel shut-off valve (if equipped). [3] Move throttle (if equipped) to F AST . Operate engine with throttle in F AST . [4] Move choke control lever to CHOKE.
11 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will improve the performance and exten d 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 .
12 MAINTENANCE CHANGING OIL IN GEAR REDUCTION (if equipped) Change oil in gear reduction after every 100 hours of operation. [1] T o drain oil, loosen 4 gear case cover screws an d drain oil into appropriat e receptac le. [2] After draining, torque 4 screws to 85 in-lbs.
13 MAINTENANCE ENGINE AND ENGINE P ARTS We recommend that you see an authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts.
14 ADJUSTMENTS THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT If the engine does not start or if it runs roughly , the remote throttle control may need adjustment. See your authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer or follow the instructions below . W ARNING Prevent unintentional starting.
Add s ales t ax if y ou live in any of the following st ates: **AL 5%, CT 6%, FL 6.5 %, GA 4%, KY 6% , MI 6%, MN 6%, MO 4 .225%, NY 8.5%, OH 5%, TN 6%, TX 6. 25%, WA 6.5%, WI 5% Payment Method: Fill in both sides of this or der form car efully j Check or money order enclosed payable to Briggs & Stratton Corporation in the amount of $_______ (U.
16 SER VICE & STORAGE STORAGE Engines stored over 30 days need special attention. [1] T o prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts: a) if fuel tank contains oxygena.
17 In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded mess ages offering you engine maintenance information. .
18 In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded mess ages offering you engine maintenance information. About your engine warranty: (see next page for statement of LIMITED W ARRANTY). Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair and apologizes to you for being inconvenienced.
19 In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded mess ages offering you engine maintenance information. BRIGGS & STRA TTON ENGINE OWNER W ARRANTY POLICY eff.
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