User manual MTD 4060-0

[. . . ] Visit our website for detailed information regarding Briggs & Stratton engines, In the USA and Canada, a 24 hour hot line, 1-800-233-3723, has a menu of pre-recorded messages offering engine maintenance information. Ï£ª Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Briggs & Stratton makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels. The Emissions Durability Period describes the number of hours of actual running time for which the engine is certified to be emissions compliant, assuming proper maintenance in accordance with the Operating & Maintenance Instructions. [. . . ] Choke Equipped Engines: In warm weather temperatures, move choke control lever toward RUN slowly over several seconds, in cold weather allow engine to run smoothly before each change. 10 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. 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. Every 8 Hours or Daily 25 Hours or Every Season 50 Hours or Every Season 100 Hours or Every Season Task Perform task at hourly or calendar interval, whichever comes first. Check oil level Change oil Change oil filter (if equipped) Service air cleaner pre-cleaner Service air cleaner cartridge Inspect spark arrester (if equipped) Clean oil cooler (if equipped) Clean cooling system Clean/replace spark plugs Clean/replace in-line fuel filter (if equipped) Check valve clearance Check valve clearance on NG / LPG Engines * 4 4* 4 4 4** 4** 4 4** 4** 4 4 4 4 [3] [4] [5] Yearly CHANGING OIL PIPE Typical drain plug OIL DRAIN PLUG Disconnect spark plug wires and keep away from spark plugs. disconnect battery (if equipped with electric starter) at negative terminal. With engine OFF but still warm remove oil drain plug and drain oil into appropriate receptacle. Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures. [1] [2] [3] [4] SPARK PLUG Use only Briggs & Stratton Spark Tester (part number 19368) to check for spark. Note: In some areas, local law requires using resistor spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this engine was originally equipped with resistor spark plug, use same type for replacement. 76 mm) WIRE GAGE AIR COOLING SYSTEM Debris may clog the engine’s air cooling system. Remove blower housing and clean area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage. Remove nut, plate and carefully lift air cleaner assembly (pre-cleaner and cartridge) off stud. NG / LPG ENGINES – Valve clearance must be checked after every 100 hours of operation. 13 MAINTENANCE CLEANING DEBRIS CAUTION: Do not use water to clean engine parts. CLEAN Daily or before every use, clean accumulated debris from engine. CLEAN Linkage, Springs and Controls CLEAN Finger Guard Rotating Screen SPARK ARRESTER WARNING Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and ignition of accumulated debris. cLEAN Muffler and Spark Arrester ADJUSTMENTS CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO ADJUST REMOTE THROTTLE CONTROL CASING CLAMP SCREW SWIVEL Prevent unintentional starting. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]