User manual MTD 404016-1-6

[. . . ] 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. 죻 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. [. . . ] In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty. 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. Oil filling procedure: first add 1 quart (32 ounces or 1 liter). Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds. Then add more oil slowly to bring level to Full mark on dipstick. [6] Replace oil fill cap , if equipped , and dipstick. if pressure is normal , continue to operate engine. Note: Oil pressure gauge, if engine is equipped, is supplied by manufacturer of equipment. MUFFLER Replacement parts for the muffler must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts, otherwise fire can occur. If muffler is equipped with spark arrester screen, remove screen for inspection. WARNING FUEL FILTER (if equipped) WARNING Drain fuel tank or close fuel shut-off valve before replacing fuel filter. Otherwise, fuel can leak out, creating a fire/ explosion hazard. fILTER FUEL SYSTEM WARNING Replacement parts for fuel system (cap , hoses , tanks , filters , etc. ) must be the same as original parts, otherwise fire can occur. 808116 (WITH FUEL TANK, IF EQUIPPED) MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER All engines have a round air cleaner cartridge. In addition, some engines have a pre-cleaner. Pre-cleaner To clean pre-cleaner (if equipped), separate it from cartridge and wash in liquid detergent and water. [. . . ] Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operating and Maintenance Instructions. B&S recommends that you retain all your receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but B&S cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that B&S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an Authorized B&S Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists. [. . . ]