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Briggs & Stratton
SINGLE CYLINDER OHV AIR-COOLED ENGINES
273521 Twin Cylinder OHV Air-Cooled Engines
271172 Twin Cylinder L-Head Air-Cooled Engines
270962 Single Cylinder L-Head Air-Cooled Engines
276535 Two-Cycle Snow Engines
CE8069 Out of Production Engines (1919-1981)
Repair Manuals for other
Briggs & Stratton Engines:
Single Cylinder OHV
Air-Cooled Engines
POST OFFICE BOX 702
MILWAUKEE, WI 53201 USA
©2009 Briggs & Stratton Corporation
BRIGGS&STRATTON
CORPORATION
Part No. 276781-8/09
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This manual was written to assist engine technicians and service personnel with the repair and
maintenance procedures for Briggs & Stratton engines. It assumes that persons using this manual have
been properly trained in and are familiar with the servicing procedures for these products, including the
proper use of required tools and safety equipment and the application of appropriate safety practices.
Persons untrained or unfamiliar with these procedures or products should not attempt to perform such
work.
Proper maintenance and repair is important to safe, reliable operation of all engines and engine-driven
systems. The troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repair procedures described in this manual are
appropriate for the Briggs & Stratton engines described herein. Alternative methods or procedures may
pose risk to personal safety and the safety and/or reliability of the engine and are not endorsed or
recommended by Briggs & Stratton.
All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were based on the data available
at the time of publication. Briggs & Stratton Corporation reserves the right to change, alter, or otherwise
improve the product or the product manuals at any time without prior notice.
Briggs & Stratton offers two complementary publications to enhance understanding of engine technology,
maintenance, and repair. (Neither publication, however, is a substitution for a recognized training program
for engine technicians.)
• For consumers, Small Engine Care & Repair (p/n 274041) provides a comprehensive overview of how
small air-cooled engines work, basic troubleshooting, and step-by-step maintenance procedures.
• For engine technicians and consumers alike, an in-depth study of engine theory and operation can be
found in the textbook Small Engines (p/n CE8020).
Both publications can be purchased at BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or through a local Authorized Briggs
& Stratton Service Dealer.
Copyright © 2009 Briggs & Stratton Corporation
All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying or recording by any information storage and retrieval system, without
prior written permission from Briggs & Stratton Corporation.

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This Engine Repair Manual includes the following
Engine Models:
• MODEL 110000 HORIZONTAL SERIES
• MODEL 120000 HORIZONTAL SERIES
• MODEL 150000 HORIZONTAL SERIES
• MODEL 200000 HORIZONTAL SERIES
• MODEL 210000 HORIZONTAL SERIES
• MODELS 97700 & 99700 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 110000 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 120000 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 210000 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 280000 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 310000 VERTICAL SERIES
• MODEL 330000 VERTICAL SERIES

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SECTION 1 - Safety, Maintenance and Adjustments
SECTION 2 - Troubleshooting
SECTION 3 - Exhaust Systems
SECTION 5 - Governor Systems
SECTION 6 - Cylinder Heads and Valves
SECTION 7 - Starters
SECTION 8 - Lubrication Systems
SECTION 9 - Cylinders, Covers and Sumps
SECTION 10 - Crankshafts, Camshafts, Balancing Systems, and Gear Reductions
SECTION 11 - Pistons, Rings and Connecting Rods
SECTION 12 - Engine Specifications
SECTION 4 - Fuel Systems and Carburetion

THISPROPER SERVICE AND REPAIR IS IMPORTANT
TO THE SAFE, ECONOMICAL AND RELIABLE

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY, MAINTENANCE, AND ADJUSTMENTS
ENGINE SAFETY- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
ENGINE MAINTENANCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
MAINTENANCE CHART - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
FLYWHEEL BRAKE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
COMBUSTION CHAMBER - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
AIR FILTER - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
SNOW HOOD - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
OIL AND OIL FILTER - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
SPARK PLUG - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
COOLING SYSTEM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -16
ADJUST REMOTE CONTROLS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENTS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21

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ENGINE SAFETY
This repair manual contains safety information
that is designed to:
• Make you aware of hazards associated
with engines.
• Inform you of the risk of injury associated
with those hazards.
• Tell you how to avoid or reduce the risk of
injury.
Signal Words in Safety Messages
The safety alert symbol ( ) is used to identify
safety information about hazards that can result
in personal injury.
A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION)
is used with the alert symbol to indicate the
likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In
addition, a hazard symbol may be used to
represent the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if
not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates a situation that could
result in damage to the product.
Prior to work, read and understand the section(s)
of this manual that pertain to the job. Follow all
safety warnings.
• Wear suitable eye protection.
• When servicing engines or equipment,
prevent accidental starting by
disconnecting spark plug wire from the
spark plug(s) and disconnect negative
battery cable.
• Periodically clean engine. Keep governor
parts free of dirt, grass, and other debris
which can affect engine speed and
cooling.
• Always use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can
cause gum deposits in the carburetor
and cause leakage, flow restrictions, or
other failures.
• Check fuel lines and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks and replace if necessary.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
WARNING
Before attempting to service this equipment,
read and understand this manual and the
operating instructions of the engine and the
equipment it powers.
Failure to follow instructions could result in
property damage, serious injury (including
paralysis) or even death.

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WARNING
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or autho-
rize the use of these engines on 3-wheel All
Terrain Vehicles (ATV’s), motor bikes, fun/rec-
reational go-karts, aircraft products, or vehi-
cles intended for use in competitive events.
Use of these engines in such applications
could result in property damage, serious injury
(including paralysis), or even death.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, and other repro-
ductive harm.
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe
burns or death.
When adding fuel:
• Turn engine OFF and let engine cool for at least 2 minutes
before removing the fuel cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the gaso-
line, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
When starting engine:
• Make sure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner are
in place.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
• If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN/RUN posi-
tion. Place throttle (if equipped) in FAST and crank until
engine starts.
When operating equipment:
• Do not tip engine or equipment at an angle which would
cause fuel to spill.
• Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.
• Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly
(if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped) removed.
When changing oil:
• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must
be empty or fuel can leak out and result in a fire or explosion.
When transporting equipment:
• Transport with fuel tank empty or with fuel shut-off valve set
to OFF.
When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in the tank:
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, or other
appliances that have a pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite gasoline vapors.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat. Engine
parts, especially mufflers, become
extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on
contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves,
grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.
• Allow muffler, engine cylinder fins, and radiator
to cool before touching.
• Remove accumulated debris from muffler area
and cylinder fins.
• It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust sys-
tem is equipped with a spark arrester, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective
working order. Other States and Federal juris-
dictions may have similar laws. Contact the
original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or
dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for
the exhaust system installed on this engine.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire
or electrical shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in
entanglement, traumatic amputation, or
severe lacerations.
Before performing adjustments or repairs:
• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away
from spark plug.
• Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
When testing for spark:
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with spark plug
removed.
WARNING
Engines give off 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 an enclosed area,
even if doors and windows are open.

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WARNING
Starting engine creates sparking.
Sparking can ignite nearby flammable
gases.
Explosion and fire could result.
• If there is a natural or LP gas leak in the area,
do not start engine.
• Do not use pressurized starting fluids because
vapors are flammable.
WARNING
Rotating parts can contact or entangle
hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accesso-
ries.
Traumatic amputation or severe lacera-
tions can result.
• Operate equipment with guards in place.
• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling
drawstrings, or items that could become entan-
gled in the equipment.
WARNING
Charging batteries produce hydrogen
gas. Do not store or charge a battery
near an open flame or device that uti-
lizes a pilot light or can create a spark.
WARNING
Kerosene and its vapors are extremely
flammable and should be handled with the
same precautions as gasoline.
WARNING
Damaged, worn, or loose fuel compo-
nents can leak fuel. Explosion or fire
could result.
• All fuel components should be in good condi-
tion and properly maintained.
• Repairs should only be made with factory
approved parts.
• Repair work should be done by a qualified
technician.
• Flexible supply lines should be checked regu-
larly to make sure they are in good condition.
WARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kick-
back) will pull hand and arm toward
engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or
sprains could result.
• When starting engine, pull the starter cord
slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rap-
idly to avoid kickback.
• Remove all external equipment/engine loads
before starting engine.
• Direct-coupled equipment components, such
as but not limited to blades, impellers, pulleys,
and sprockets, must be securely attached.
WARNING
Prolonged or repeated contact with used
motor oil could cause injury.
• Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin
cancer in certain laboratory animals.
• Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and
water.

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BRIGGS & STRATTON
NUMERICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
YOUR KEY TO THE WORLD’S FINEST ENGINES
This chart explains the unique Briggs & Stratton numerical model designation system. It is possible to determine most of the
important mechanical features of the engine by merely knowing the model number. Here is how it works:
A. The first one or two digits indicate the approximate CUBIC INCH DISPLACEMENT.
B. The first digit after the displacement indicates the BASIC DESIGN SERIES, relating to
cylinder construction, ignition, general configuration, etc.
C. The second digit after the displacement indicates ORIENTATION OF CRANKSHAFT.
D. The third digit after the displacement indicates TYPE OF BEARINGS, and whether or
not the engine is equipped with REDUCTION GEAR or AUXILIARY DRIVE.
E. The last digit indicates the TYPE OF STARTER.
BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBERING SYSTEM
TYPE 1234–01 , The type number identifies the engines mechanical parts, color of paint, decals, governed speed, and Original Equipment
Manufacturer.
CODE 01061201 , The code is the manufacturing date and is read as follows:
YEAR MONTH DAY ASSEMBLY LINE AND MANUFACTURING PLANT
01 06 12 01
Revised 12/08
FIRST DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
SECOND DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
THIRD DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
FOURTH DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
A B C D E
CUBIC INCH
DISPLACEMENT
BASIC
DESIGN SERIES
CRANKSHAFT
ORIENTATION
PTO BEARING,
REDUCTION GEAR,
AUXILIARY DRIVE,
LUBRICATION
TYPE OF STARTER
2
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
28
29
30
31
32
35
38
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46
47
49
52
54
58
61
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A to Z
0 to 4 - Horizontal Shaft
5 to 9 - Vertical Shaft
A to G - Horizontal Shaft
H to Z - Vertical Shaft
0 - Plain Bearing/DU
Non–Flange Mount
1 - Plain Bearing
Flange Mounting
2 - Sleeve Bearing
Flange Mounting
Splash Lube
3 - Ball Bearing
Flange Mounting
Splash Lube
4 - Ball Bearing
Flange Mounting
Pressure
Lubrication
5 - Plain Bearing
Gear Reduction
(6 to 1) CCW
Rotation
Flange Mounting
6 - Ball Bearing
Gear Reduction
(2 to 1) CCW
Rotation
7 - Plain Bearing
Pressure
Lubrication
8 - Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive
(PTO)
Perpendicular to
Crankshaft
9 - Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive
Parallel to
Crankshaft
A - Plain Bearing
Pressure
Lubrication
Without Oil Filter
0 - Without Starter
1 - Rope Starter
2 - Rewind Starter
3 - Electric Starter
Only
110 or 230 Volt
Gear Drive
4 - Electric Starter/
110 or 230 Volt
Gear Drive with
Alternator
5 - Electric Starter
Only
12 or 24 Volt
Gear Drive
6 - Alternator Only
7 - Electric Starter
12 or 24 Volt
Gear Drive with
Alternator
8 - Vertical Pull
Starter or
Side Pull Starter
9 - Mechanical
Starter
A - Electric Starter
12 or 24 Volt
Gear Drive with
Alternator and
Inverter
EXAMPLE - To identify Model 303447:
30 3 4 4 7
30 Cubic Inch Design Series 3 Horizontal Shaft Ball Bearing
Flange Mounting
Pressure Lubrication
Electric Starter
12 or 24 Volt Gear Drive
with Alternator
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This manual is for the BRIGGS & STRATTON SINGLE CYLINDER OHV AIR-COOLED ENGINE, applicable to various horizontal and vertical shaft air-cooled series models, including the 110000, 120000, 150000, 200000, 210000, 97700, 99700, 280000, 310000, and 330000.
It contains detailed information on the following:
- General Information
- Ignition System
- Air Cleaner System
- Carburetion System
- Governor Controls
- Governor System
- Compression System
- Starters System
- Alternators System
- Lubrication System
- Engine Disassembly
- Cylinders & Bearings
- Crankshafts & Camshafts
- Pistons, Rings, Rods
- Engine Assembly
- Gear Reduction System
- Battery System
- Charging System
- Exhaust System
- Fuel Filter & Pump
- Ignition System
- Oil Cooler System
- Remote Control System
- Speed Control Adjustment
- Torque Specification
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance Schedule
This comprehensive manual features detailed exploded views, step-by-step procedures with illustrations, and is fully printable. It is suitable for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts for repairs, maintenance, and servicing of the engine.