Briggs & Stratton 210000 Operator's Manual

enEnglishenOperator’s ManualBRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMForm No. 277104WST-6/07Printed in U.S.A.Model 120000150000200000210000Snow SeriestSnow Series MAXt

Operation10 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMHow To Start The EngineRapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) willpull hand and arm toward engine faster than yo

Operation11enNote: If the engine does not start after three attempts,see the Troubleshooting section.WARNING: Rapid retraction of the starter cord(kic

Maintenance12 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMRegular maintenance will improve performance and extendthe life of the equipment. Use only original equipmentreplac

Maintenance13enHow To Access The Spark Plug(2-Piece Snow Hood)To access the spark plug, the snow hood must be removedas follows:1. Remove the safety k

Maintenance14 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMHow To Access The Spark Plug(1-Piece Snow Hood)To access the spark plug, the snow hood must be removedas follows:1.

Maintenance15enInspect Muffler And Spark ArresterRunning engines produce heat. Engine parts,especially muffler, become extremely hot.Severe thermal bu

Maintenance16 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMHow To Change The OilCAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product and mustbe disposed of properly. Do not discard

Maintenance17enStorage (over 30 days)Gasoline and its vapors are extremelyflammable and explosive.Fire or explosion can cause severe burnsor death.Whe

Troubleshooting18 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start Outoffuel Add clean fresh fuel.Flooded carburetor Move the choke control

19enBRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICYEffective 12/06Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any par

2 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMThank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton engine. We’re pleased that you’ve placed yourconfidence in th

20 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMEmissions Control System Warranty StatementBriggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CA

Specifications21enEngine SpecificationsModel 120000Displacement 12.48 ci (206 cc)Bore 2.677 in (68 mm)Stroke 2.205 in (56 mm)Oil Capacity 18 -- 20 oz

enBriggs & Stratton Engines Are Made Under One Or More Of The Following Patents: Design D-247,177 (Other Patents Pending)6,691,6836,647,9426,622,6

Operator Safety3enGeneral InformationThis is a single cylinder, air-cooled engine. It is a lowemissions engine.In the state of California, Model 12000

Operator Safety4 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMWhen Adding Fuel• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2minutes before removing the fuel cap.• Fill fuel

Operator Safety5enRapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) willpull hand and arm toward engine faster thanyou can let go.Broken bones, fractures, b

Features and Controls6 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMA. Engine IdentificationModel Type CodeB. Spark PlugC. ChokeD. PrimerE. Fuel Shut-off ValveF. Starter Cord

Operation7enOil CapacityOil capacity (see the Specifications section)Oil RecommendationsWe recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton WarrantyCertifie

Operation8 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COMFuel RecommendationsFuel must meet these requirements:• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AK

Operation9enFresh Start®Fuel CapContents are HARMFUL OR FATAL IFSWALLOWED. Avoid contact to eyes, skin, orclothing. Do not take internally. Avoidbreat