User manual MTD 600

[. . . ] And Canada) to hear a menu of pre-recorded messages offering engine maintenance information. ϣ Thank you for selecting a Briggs & Stratton engine to power your equipment. Briggs & 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. [. . . ] ) ♦ After engine has started, let it warm up several seconds to several minutes, depending on outside temperature. ™ For maximum performance and life, operate engine with throttle in FAST. STARTING A NEW ENGINE Add oil and fuel as instructed in this manual prior to attempting to start engine. 0000 STARTING AND STOPPING REWIND (MANUAL) STARTER TO START ENGINE When starting engine thereafter, push primer bulb firmly 3 times as illustrated below and pull starter rope as instructed below. Pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback. WARNING • When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. Primer bulb [4] Close safety brake handle on lawn mowers and any other equipment with this feature. TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION: Do not stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE. 0000 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the engine. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the engine, and may result in injury. EMISSION CONTROL Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE* * On some models the governor lever is bent into position and is not adjustable. ALTERNATE ROUTING CASING CLAMP SCREW CASING CLAMP SCREW GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER OR ALTERNATE ROUTING CASING CLAMP SCREW GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER CASING CLAMP SCREW TO ADJUST STOP SWITCH STOP SWITCH [1] [2] Governor control lever should make good contact with stop switch. 698369 272235 (5047) 100005 5041 802592 492167 5062 Oil Gas additive Resistor spark plug Standard spark plug Long life platinum spark plug (used on most L-head engines) Spark plug wrench 89838 Spark tester 19368 Oil pump kit 5056 (uses standard electric drill to remove oil from engine quickly) An illustrated shop manual includes common specifications and detailed information covering adjustment, tune-up and repair of Briggs & Stratton single cylinder, L-head, 4 cycle engines. It is available for purchase from an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer or you can order it from the factory. Box 1144 Milwaukee, WI 53201 SERVICE To purchase a complete list of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts for your engine, fill in both sides of this order form carefully. Add sales tax if you live in any of the following states: **AL 5%, CT 6%, FL 6. 5%, WI 5% j Check or money order enclosed payable to Briggs & Stratton Corporationin the amount of $_______ (U. Dollars, please) Fill in both sides of this order form carefully j Please charge my j MasterCard SIGNATURE (REQUIRED FOR CREDIT CARD ORDERS) You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer in our dealer locator map on our web site www. Note: Walking fingers logo and “Yellow Pages” are registered trademarks in various jurisdictions. j VISA CREDIT CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer. Each one carries a stock of Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts and is equipped with special service tools. [. . . ] In California, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. Elsewhere in the United States, new non-road, spark-ignition engines certified for model year 1997 and later must meet similar standards set forth by the U. B&S must warrant the emission control system on your engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor, air cleaner, ignition system, muffler and catalytic converter. [. . . ]