Briggs & Stratton VANGUARD 613200 Manual Del Operador página 5

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
When you start the engine
• Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are
correctly installed.
• Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
• If the engine is flooded, set the choke (if equipped) to the OPEN or RUN
position. Move the throttle (if equipped) to the FAST position and crank until the
engine starts.
• If there is natural or LP gas leakage in the area, do not start the engine.
• Because vapors are flammable, do not use pressurized starter fluids.
NOTE: Your equipment could have remote controls. Refer to the equipment manual for
location and operation of remote controls
For information on how to start the engine, read the operation instructions supplied by
the equipment manufacturer.
Stop the Engine
For information on how stop the engine, read the operation instructions supplied by the
equipment manufacturer.
Maintenance
Maintenance Information
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
During maintenance if it is necessary to tilt the unit, make sure that the fuel tank, if
mounted on the engine, is empty and that the spark plug side is up. If the fuel tank is not
empty, leakage can occur and could result in a fire or an explosion. If the engine is tilted
in a different direction, it will not easily start because of oil or fuel contamination of the air
filter or the spark plug.
WARNING
Accidental engine spark can cause an electric shock, fire or explosion and could
result in entanglement, traumatic amputation or laceration.
Before you make adjustments or repairs:
• Disconnect all spark plug wires and keep them away from the spark plugs.
• Disconnect the battery wire from the negative battery terminal (only engines with
electric start).
• Use only the correct tools.
When you check for spark:
• Use an approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with the spark plug removed.
WARNING
All the components used to assemble this engine must stay in the initial position
for correct operation. Damage or injury can occur if you use incorrect parts or you
do not replace all parts on the engine.
• Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same
position as initial parts.
• If installed, do not change the governor spring, links, or other parts to increase
the engine speed.
See a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for all maintenance and servicing of
the engine and engine parts.
Emissions Control Service
For maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and
systems, contact a qualified off-road engine repair establishment or service
technician. However, for "no charge" emissions control service, the work must be done
by a factory authorized dealer. Refer to the Emissions Control Statements.
Maintenance Schedule
Intervals of 8 Hours or Daily
• Check the engine oil level.
• Clean the area around the muffler and controls.
Intervals of 100 Hours or Annually
• Replace the spark plugs.
• Change the engine oil.
• Replace the oil filter (if installed).
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Service the air filter .
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Clean the pre-cleaner (if installed)
• Service the exhaust system.
• Check the valve clearance. Adjust if necessary.
Intervals of 400 Hours or Annually
• Replace the air filter.
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Service the cooling system .
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Clean the oil cooler fins .
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Clean more frequently in dusty conditions or when many particles are in the air.
Servicing the Spark Plug
Check the spark plug gap (A, Figure 4) with a wire gauge (B). If necessary, set the
spark plug gap. Install and tighten the spark plug to the correct torque. For gap and
torque specifications, refer to the Specifications section.
Servicing the Exhaust and Cooling Systems
WARNING
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
Combustible materials, such as leaves, grass and brush, can catch fire.
• Before you touch the engine or muffler, stop the engine and wait two (2)
minutes. Make sure that the engine and muffler are safe to touch.
• Remove debris from the muffler and engine.
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
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws;
reference Federal Regulation 36 CFR Part 261.52. Contact the original equipment
manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
This is an air cooled engine. Dirt or unwanted material can prevent air flow and cause
the engine to become too hot. This results in unsatisfactory performance and decreases
the life of the engine. The cylinder cooling fins can collect unwanted material that cannot
be remove without partial disassembly of the engine. Make sure that a Briggs & Stratton
Authorized Service Dealer examines and cleans the air cooling system. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule.
1. Make sure that no combustible materials are around and behind the muffler.
2. Use a brush or dry cloth to remove all unwanted material from the blower housing
cover, muffler and cylinder area. DO NOT use water to clean the engine.
3. Make sure that the linkage, springs, and controls are clean.
4. Examine the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage.
5. Remove the deflector or the spark arrester, if installed, and examine for damage or
carbon blockage. Make sure that you clean or install the replacement parts before
you operate the equipment.
6. If Installed, make sure that the oil cooler fins are clean.
Change Engine Oil
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty. If it is not
empty, fuel leakage can occur and cause a fire or an explosion.
• Before you touch the engine or muffler, stop the engine and wait two (2)
minutes. Make sure that the engine and muffler are safe to touch.
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be discarded of correctly. Do not
discard with household waste. Contact your local authorities, service center, or dealer
for safe disposal or recycling facilities.
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