Features And Controls - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 290000 Manual Del Operario

Features and Controls

Engine Controls
Compare the illustration (Figure: 1, 2, 3) with your engine to familiarize yourself with the
location of various features and controls.
A. Engine Identification Numbers Model - Type - Code
B. Spark Plug
C. Air Cleaner
D. Dipstick/Oil Fill
E. Oil Filter (if equipped)
F. Oil Drain Plug
G. Oil Pressure Sensor
H. Air Intake Grille
I. Electric Starter
J. Rewind Starter (if equipped)
K. Carburetor
L. Exhaust Manifold
M. Fuel Pump
N. Fuel Filter (if equipped)
O. Oil Cooler (if equipped)
P. Muffler (if equipped)
Engine Control Symbols and Meanings
Symbol Meaning
Engine speed - FAST
Engine speed - STOP
Engine start - Choke
CLOSED
Fuel Cap
Fuel Shut-off - OPEN
Fuel level - Maximum
Do not overfill
Operation
Oil Recommendations
Oil Capacity: See the Specifications section.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers
or dealers may have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first
time, make sure to check the oil level and add oil according to the instructions in this
manual. If you start the engine without oil, it will be damaged beyond repair and will not
be covered under warranty.
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Symbol Meaning
Engine speed - SLOW
ON - OFF
Engine start - Choke OPEN
Fuel Shut-off - CLOSED
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance.
Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or
higher. Do not use special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to
select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected. Engines on most
outdoor power equipment operate well with 5W-30 Synthetic oil. For equipment operated
in hot temperatures, Vanguard™ 15W-50 Synthetic oil provides the best protection.
A SAE 30 - Below 40 °F (4 °C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
B 10W-30 - Above 80 °F (27 °C) the use of 10W-30 may cause increased oil
consumption. Check oil level more frequently.
C 5W-30
D Synthetic 5W-30
E Vanguard™ Synthetic 15W-50
Check and Add Oil
See Figure: 4
Before checking or adding oil
• Make sure the engine is level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
NOTICE
This engine was shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Equipment manufacturers
or dealers may have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first
time, make sure to check the oil level and add oil according to the instructions in this
manual. If you start the engine without oil, it will be damaged beyond repair and will not
be covered under warranty.
Check Oil Level
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 4) and wipe with a clean cloth.
2. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 4).
3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Correct oil level is at the top of the full
indicator (B, Figure 4) on the dipstick.
Add Oil
1. If the oil level is low, slowly add oil into the engine oil fill (C, Figure 4). Do not overfill.
After adding oil, wait one minute and then check the oil level.
2. Reinstall and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 4).
Low Oil Protection System (if equipped)
Some engines are equipped with a low oil sensor. If the oil is low, the sensor will either
activate a warning light or stop the engine. Stop the engine and follow these steps before
restarting the engine.
• Make sure the engine is level.
• Check the oil level. See the Check Oil Level section.
• If the oil level is low, add the proper amount of oil. Start the engine and make sure
the warning light (if equipped) is not activated.
• If the oil level is not low, do not start the engine. Contact a Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer to have the oil problem corrected.
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