Briggs-stratton 470000 User Manual

Operator’s ManualVanguardModel 470000 Model 610000BRIGGSandSTRATTON.comECopyright Briggs & Stratton CorporationMilwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.Fo

10Coolant• A 50/50 mixture is required of phosphate-freeantifreeze and tap water for heat dissipation, rustresistance and lubrication.• Normal reading

11Engine SpecificationsWe recommend that you contact an authorized Briggs& Stratton Service Dealer for all maintenance andservice of the engine an

12Engine MaintenanceRegular maintenance will improve the performance andextend the life of the engine. Contact any AuthorizedBriggs & Stratton Dea

13Unintentional sparking can result infire or electric shock.Fire or explosion can cause severeburns or death.Unintentional start-up can result inenta

14Spark PlugCheck the spark plug every 100 hours. Replace thespark plug if upon inspection the electrode  is burnedor worn. Ensure the spark plug is

15Cleaning DebrisDaily or before every use, clean accumulated debrisfrom engine. Keep linkage, spring and controls clean.Use handle  on the radiator

™16ServiceContact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton ServiceDealer. Each one carries a stock of genuine Briggs &Stratton parts and is equipped wi

17Warranty InformationBriggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB)and the United States Environmental Protec

18Briggs & Stratton welcomes warranty repair andapologizes to you for being inconvenienced. AnyAuthorized Service Dealer may perform warrantyrepai

19LIMITED WARRANTYBriggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the engine that is defectivein material or

2Safety ReferencesThe safety alert symbol is used to identify safetyinformation about hazards that can result in personalinjury. A signal word (DANG

3Engine Features12346789131718192051. Oil Pressure Sensor2. Spark Plug (2 locations)3. Choke Control4. Muffler5. Throttle Control (2 possible location

4Before Starting Engine1. This engine is shipped without coolant and oil.Follow the instructions on adding coolant (page10) and oil (page 7) before st

5Operating Engine• Operate equipment with guards in place.• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.• Do no

6TroubleshootingEngine Will Not StartOut of Fuel• Add fuel to tank.• Prime engine.• Open shut-off valveEngine Flooded• Set choke (if equipped) to OPEN

7OilCapacityThe engine holds approximately 2.5 quarts (2.4 liters).Oil Recommendation• Use a high quality detergent oil classified “ForService SG, SH,

8Changing Oil and Oil FilterChange oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 100hours. Change oil every 50 hours when operating theengine under

9FuelType of Fuel to Use• Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with aminimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum fromforming in the fuel syst