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GENERAL INFORMATION Section 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IGNITION Section 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CARBURETION Section 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GOVERNOR CONTROLS & GOVERNOR Section 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CYLINDER HEAD & VALVES Section 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ELECTRIC STARTER Section 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ALTERNATORS Section 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LUBRICATION Section 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY Section 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CYLINDER & CRANKCASE COVER
INSPECTION & REPAIR Section 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CRANKSHAFT & CAMSHAFT Section 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PISTON, RINGS & CONNECTING ROD
INSPECTION & ASSEMBLY Section 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENGINE ASSEMBLY Section 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(For Section Reference, See Pages II through IV.)
I
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SECTION REFERENCE
SECTION (By Subject)
II
Air Cleaner 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Air Guides 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation
Alternators 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification
Test Equipment
Testing Output
Troubleshooting
Anti-Afterfire Solenoid 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armature 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Gap
Installation/Removal
Testing
(Also See Check Ignition) 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cables
Charging
Checking
Recommendation
(Also See Checking Battery) 7C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bearings 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking
Installation/Removal
Breather 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking
Installation/Removal
Camshaft
Checking 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carburetor 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment
Anti-Afterfire System
Assembly/Disassembly
Remove
Carburetor Controls 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System (See Alternators) 7C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coils (See Armature ) 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compression Testing 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Rod
Checking 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase Cover
Checking 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankshaft
Checking 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
End Play 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation/Removal 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)
SECTION
III
Cylinder Head 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bearings
Resizing Bore
Cylinder Balance Test 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder Leakdown Test 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Identification System 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Specifications Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust System − Supplied By Equipment Manufacturer
Flywheel 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation/Removal
(Also See Flywheel Identification) 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Recommendations 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Pump 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Governor 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment
Governed Idle
(Also See Governed Idle Adjustment) 3, 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ground Wire Harness 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
(Also See Check Ignition) 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyswitch − Testing 2, 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Muffler − Supplied By Equipment Manufacturer
Oil Drain 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Fill 1, 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Filter 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure Switch 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pump 4, 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Recommendations 1, 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Seal 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piston 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Piston Rings 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly/Removal
Checking
Pressure Lube 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Regulator/Rectifier 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)
SECTION
IV
Remote Controls 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment
Governed Idle
Wire Travel
Spark Plug 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Control Adjustment 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starters, Electric 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assemble/Disassemble Starter
Assemble/Disassemble Starter Drive
Keyswitch − Testing
Replace Brushes
Test Equipment
Testing
Troubleshooting
Stop Switch (See Ground Wire Harness) 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastener And Torque Specifications 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Valves 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Valve Clearances
Refacing
Seals
Seats
Valves − Installation/Removal

V
English to Metric Conversion Table
Fraction Decimal mm Fraction Decimal mm
1/64 0.0156 0.3969 33/64 0.5156 13.0969
1/32 0.0312 0.7938 17/32 0.5312 13.4938
3/64 0.0469 1.1906 35/64 05469 13.8906
1/16 0.0625 1.5875 9/16 0.5625 14.2875
5/64 0.0781 1.9844 37/64 0.5781 14.6844
3/32 0.0938 2.3812 19/32 0.5938 15.0812
7/64 0.1094 2.7781 39/64 0.6094 15.4781
1/8 0.1250 3.1750 5/8 0.6250 15.8750
9/64 0.1406 3.5719 41/64 0.6406 16.2719
5/32 0.1562 3.9688 21/32 0.6562 16.6688
11/64 0.1719 4.3656 43/64 0.6719 17.0656
3/16 0.1875 4.7625 11/16 0.6875 17.4625
13/64 0.2031 5.1594 45/64 0.7031 17.8594
7/32 0.2188 5.5562 23/32 0.7188 18.2562
15/64 0.2344 5.9531 47/64 0.7344 18.6531
1/4 0.2500 6.3500 3/4 0.7500 19.0500
17/64 0.2656 6.7469 49/64 0.7656 19.4469
9/32 0.2812 7.1438 25/32 0.7812 19.8438
19/64 0.2969 7.5406 51/64 0.7969 20.2406
5/16 0.3125 7.9375 13/16 0.8125 20.6375
21/64 0.3281 8.3344 53/64 0.8281 21.0344
11/32 0.3438 8.7312 27/32 0.8438 21.4312
23/64 0.3594 9.1281 55/64 0.8594 21.8281
3/8 0.3750 9.5250 7/8 0.8750 22.2250
25/64 0.3906 9.9219 57/64 0.8906 22.6219
13/32 0.4062 10.3188 29/32 0.9062 23.0188
27/64 0.4219 10.7156 59/64 0.9219 23.4156
7/16 0.4375 11.1125 15/16 0.9375 23.8125
29/64 0.4531 11.5094 61/64 0.9531 24.2094
15/32 0.4688 11.9062 31/32 0.9688 24.6062
31/64 0.4844 12.3031 63/64 0.9844 25.0031
1/2 0.5000 12.7000 1 1.0000 25.4000

VI
Drill Size − Decimal Equivalent In Inches
60 .040
59 .041
58 .042
57 .043
56 .0465
55 .052
54 .055
53 .0595
1/16 .0625
52 .0635
51 .067
50 .070
49 .073
48 .076
5/64 .0781
47 .0785
46 .081
45 .082
44 .086
43 .089
42 .0935
3/32 .0938
41 .096
40 .098
39 .0995
38 .1015
37 .104
36 .1065
7/64 .1094
35 .110
34 .111
33 .113
32 .116
31 .120
1/8 .125
30 .1285
29 .136
28 .1405
9/64 .1406
27 .144
26 .147
25 .1495
24 .152
23 .154
5/32 .1562
22 .157
21 .159
20 .161
19 .166
18 .1695
11/64 .1719
17 .173
16 .177
15 .180
14 .182
13 .185
3/16 .1875
12 .189
11 .191
10 .1935
9 .196
8 .199
7 .201
13/64 .2031
6 .204
5 .2055
4 .209
3 .213
7/32 .2188
2 .221
1 .228
A .234
15/64 .2344
B .238
C .242
D .246
E, 1/4 .250
F .257
G .261
17/64 .2656
H .266
I .272
J .277
K .281
9/32 .2812
L .290
M .295
19/64 .2969
N .302
5/16 .3125
O .316
P .323
21/64 .3281
Q .332
R .339
11/32 .3438
S .348
T .358
23/64 .3594
U .368
3/8 .375
V .377
W .386
25/64 .3906
X .397
Y .404
13/32 .4062
Z .413
27/64 .4219
7/16 .4375
29/64 .4531
15/32 .4688
31/64 .4844
1/2 .500

9905 1
Section 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
Page
IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel And Oil Recommendations 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change Oil 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change Oil Filter 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clean Cooling System 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replace Spark Plugs 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Cleaner Maintenance 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remove Combustion Chamber Deposits 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING
Systematic Check 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Ignition (With Electric Starter) 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Ignition (Engine Running) 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking For Fouled Spark Plug 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Carburetion 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Compression 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder Leakdown Test 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder Balance Test 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Equipment Affecting Engine Operation 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMMON SPECIFICATIONS 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STANDARD AND REJECT DIMENSIONS 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section Contents

2
In the Interest of Safety
This safety alert symbol indicates that this
message involves personal safety. Words
danger, warning and caution indicate degree of
hazard. Death, personal injury and/or property
damage may occur unless instructions are
followed carefully.
You are not ready to operate this engine if you
have not read and understood the following
safety items. Read this entire owner’s manual
and the operating instructions of the
equipment this engine powers.
The Briggs & Stratton engine is made of the finest material in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Please understand that Briggs &
Stratton sells engines to original equipment manufacturers. It also sells to others in the distribution chain who may sell to the ultimate
consumer, an equipment manufacturer, another distributor or a dealer. As a result, Briggs & Stratton does not necessarily know the ap-
plication on which the engine will be placed. For that reason, carefully read and understand the operating instructions of the equipment
before you repair or operate it.
You should also understand that there are equipment applications for which Briggs & Stratton does not approve the use of its engines. Briggs
& Stratton engines are not to be used on vehicles with less than 4 wheels. They include motor bikes, aircraft products and All Terrain Vehicles.
Moreover, Briggs & Stratton does not approve of its engines being used in competitive events. F0R THAT REASON, BRIGGS & STRATTON
ENGINES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR ANY OF THESE APPLICATIONS. Failure to follow this warning could result in death, serious
injury (including paralysis) or property damage.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
(Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and deadly poison.)
DO NOT remove fuel tank cap nor fill fuel tank
while engine is hot or running. DO NOT refuel
indoors or in an unventilated area. (Allow en-
gine to cool 2 minutes before refueling.)
DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.
DO NOT store, spill, or use gasoline near an open flame,
nor near an appliance like a stove, furnace, or water heater
that uses a pilot light or can create a spark.
DO NOT refuel indoors or in an unventilated area.
DO NOT operate or tip engine/equipment at such a severe
angle that causes gasoline spillage.
DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled or when smell
of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exist.
(Move equipment away from spill and avoid any ignition until
gasoline has evaporated.)
DO NOT transport engine with fuel in tank or fuel shut-off
valve open.
DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine, especially in an
enclosed vehicle. (Whenever possible, gradually reduce
engine speed before stopping.)
DO NOT tamper with governor springs, links or other parts to
increase engine speed. (Run engine at speed set for equip-
ment manufacturer.)
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. (Use an
approved tester.)
DO NOT run engine without blower housing or other safety
shields removed when doing repairs.
DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. (If engine
is flooded, place throttle in FAST and crank until engine
starts.)
DO NOT strike flywheel with a hammer or hard object as this
may cause flywheel to shatter in operation. (To remove fly-
wheel, use Briggs & Stratton approved tools and proceed-
ures only.)
DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. (Inspect periodi-
cally and replace if worn or leaking. If engine is equipped
with muffler deflector, inspect periodically and replace if nec-
essary. Replacement parts must be same as on original
equipment.)
DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of grass,
leaves or other combustible material in muffler area.
DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered, brush cov-
ered, or grass covered unimproved land unless a spark ar-
rester is installed on muffler. The spark arrester must be
maintained in working order by the owner and/or operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Sec-
tion 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on feder-
al lands.
DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or fins which can cause
burns.
DO NOT start engine with air cleaner or air cleaner cover re-
moved (or cover over carburetor air intake, if Sno/Gard en-
gine).
DO NOT attempt to start engine with cutting blade loose or
removed. (Blade must be tight, otherwise a kickback may
occur.)
4Prior to work, read and understand the section(s) of this manual that pertain to the job. Follow all safety warnings.
4PULL starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
4WEAR suitable eye protection (safety glasses, goggles or face shield when performing repair procedures).
4 PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING by removing spark plug
wire from spark plug when servicing engine or equipment. Dis-
connect negative wire from battery terminal if equipped with
electric starting system.
4 REMOVE blower housing periodically and clean engine. Keep
cylinder fins and governor parts free of dirt, grass and other
debris which can affect engine speed.
4 USE fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum carburetor and cause
leakage.
4 CHECK fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks.
Replace if necessary.
4 USE ONLY Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts or their equiva-
lent. The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent
quality may damage the engine.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.

3
BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL NUMBER SYSTEM
All Briggs & Stratton engines have a unique numerical designation system. Each engine is identified by a Model, Type and
Code number. Example: Model Type Code
405777 0125 01 99052115
This chart explains the 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.
FIRST DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
SECOND DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
THIRD DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
FOURTH DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
CUBIC INCH
DISPLACEMENT
BASIC
DESIGN SERIES
CRANKSHAFT,
CARBURETOR,
GOVERNOR
PTO BEARING,
REDUCTION GEAR,
AUXILIARY DRIVE,
LUBRICATION TYPE OF STARTER
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
16
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
35
38
40
42
43
44
46
52
58
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A to Z
0 − Horizontal Shaft
Diaphragm Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
1 − Horizontal Shaft
Vacu-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
2 − Horizontal Shaft
Pulsa-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic or Mechanical
Governor
3 − Horizontal Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
4 − Horizontal Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Mechanical Governor
5 − Vertical Shaft
Vacu-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic or Mechanical
Governor
6 − Vertical Shaft
7 − Vertical Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic or Mechanical
Governor
8 − Vertical Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Mechanical Governor
9 − Vertical Shaft
Pulsa-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic or Mechanical
Governor
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 on
Horizontal Shaft
5 − Plain Bearing
Gear Reduction
(6 to 1) CW Rotation
Flange Mounting
6 − Plain Bearing
Gear Reduction
(6 to 1) CCW Rotation
7 − Plain Bearing
Pressure Lubrication on
Vertical Shaft
8 − Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive (PTO)
Perpendicular to Crankshaft
9 − Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive
Parallel to Crankshaft
0 − Without Starter
1 − Rope Starter
2 − Rewind Starter
3 − Electric Starter Only
120 Volt Gear Drive
4 − Electric Starter/Generator
12 Volt Belt Drive
5 − Electric Starter Only
12 Volt Gear Drive
6 − Alternator Only
7 − Electric Starter
12 Volt Gear Drive
With Alternator
8 − Vertical Pull Starter or
Side Pull Starter
9 − Mechanical Starter
The type number identifies certain unique features such as the crankshaft or governed speed used on an engine.
The code number identifies the assembly date of the engine. In some instances it is necessary to know the code number as well
as the model and type number when performing adjustments, repairs or ordering replacement parts for an engine. Here is how
it works.
Example: 99052115
A. The first two digits, 99, indicate the calendar year, 1999.
B. The second two digits, 05, indicate the calendar month, May.
C. The third
two digits, 21, indicate the calendar month day.
D. The last two digits, 15, indicate the assembly line or manufacturing plant.

4
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule
5 Hours
or Daily
25 Hours or
Every Season
50 Hours or
Every Season
100 Hours or
Every Season
500
Hours
Check oil level♦ D
Change oil D Note 1
Change oil filter D Note 1
Change air cleaner pre-cleaner D Note 2
Change air cleaner cartridge D Note 2
Clean cooling system D Note 2
* Inspect/clean spark arrester
(optional accessory)
D
Replace spark plugs D
Replace in-line fuel filter D
Remove combustion chamber deposits D
♦ Change oil after first 8 hours, then after every 50 hours or every season.
* Exhaust system supplied by equipment manufacturer.
Note 1 Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
Note 2 Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.
FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Gasoline
We recommend the use of clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline,
and the use of BRIGGS & STRATTON GASOLINE
ADDITIVE, PART #5041. Leaded gasoline may be used if it
is commercially available and if lead-free is not available. A
minimum of 85 octane is recommended. The use of
lead-free gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits
and longer valve life.
NOTE: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
gasolines, are gasolines blended with alcohols or ethers.
Excessive amounts of these blends can damage the fuel
system or cause performance problems. Do not use gasoline
which contains Methanol.
If any undesirable operating symptoms occur, use gasoline
with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether. We also
recommend gasoline be purchased in small quantities, not
more than a 30 day supply. FRESH gasoline minimizes
gum deposits, and also will ensure fuel volatility tailored for
the season in which the engine will be operated.
Lubrication
Oil has four purposes. It cools, cleans, seals and lubri-
cates. During normal operation, small particles of metal
from the cylinder walls, pistons, bearings and combustion
deposits will gradually contaminate the oil. Dust particles
from the air also contaminate the oil forming an abrasive
mixture which can cause wear to all of the internal moving
parts of the engine, if the oil is not changed regularly. Fresh
oil also assists in cooling. Old oil gradually becomes thick
and loses its cooling ability as well as its lubricating
qualities.
Briggs & Stratton Intek™ OHV V-Twin engines are lubri-
cated with a gear-driven oil pump.
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of a high quality detergent oil
classified “For Service SE, SF, or SG” such as Briggs &
Stratton 30 Weight Oil Part #100005 or #100028. Deter-
gent oils keep the engine cleaner and retard the formation
of gum and varnish deposits. No special additives should
be used with recommended oils.
Change Oil
The crankcase capacity of Intek™ OHV V-Twin cylinder
engines is approximately:
4 Pints (1.9 liters) with filter
3-3/4 Pints (1.8 liters) without filter
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
4-Cycle Intek™ V-Twin OHV Gasoline Engines
°F
-20 0 20 40 60 80 100
°C -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
*
**
32
* Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive
engines. Use of multi-viscosity oils (10W-30, etc.)
above 4° C (40° F) will result in high oil
consumption and possible engine damage. Check
oil level more frequently if using these types of oils.
** SAE 30 oil, if used below 4° C (40° F), will result in
hard starting and possible engine bore damage
due to inadequate lubrication.
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