Briggs & Stratton 589447 Operations Instructions

 Copyright 2003 by Briggs & Stratton CorporationFORM NO. 275666-11/03PRINTED IN U.S.A.01119–87827Briggs & Stratton CorporationMilwaukee, Wisc

10MAINTENANCEREGULAR MAINTENANCE WILL IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE AND EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE.MORE FREQUENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED WHEN OPERATING IN AD

11MAINTENANCEDAILY CHECKS continuedWARNINGCheck coolant level when engine is cold. If engine is warm DO NOT remove radiator cap.COOLANTCoolant level s

12MAINTENANCEREGULAR MAINTENANCE continuedCHANGING OIL FILTER[1]. Perform this maintenance during oil change main-tenance. Drain engine oil as describ

13MAINTENANCEVALVE CLEARANCEWith No. 1 piston at TDC of compression stroke, check valveclearances for cylinders shown in chart below. Rotate crank-sha

14MAINTENANCETo adjust for correct tension[1]. Loosen the 2 bolts ( A and B ).[2]. Place a handle (or similar object) between thealternator and eng

15ADJUSTMENTSCARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTSDifferences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load may requireminor carburetor adjustment. Air cleaner and air clea

16SERVICEPARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS & STRATTON PARTSPart Part No.Oil 100028. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17For Model Series 430447, 433447, 580447 & 583447which are less than 19 KwBriggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resourc

18For Model Series 580447, 583447 & 589447Which are equal to or more than 19 kWBriggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Res

19Effective January 1, 2003 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before January 1, 2003BRIGGS & STRATTON 3/LC ENGINE OWNER WAR

2BEFORE OPERATING ENGINE• Read entire Operating & Maintenance Instructions AND theinstructions for the equipment this engine powers.*• Failure to

3SAFETYWARNINGGasoline and its vapors are extremelyflammable and explosive.Fire or explosion can cause severe burnsor death.WHEN ADDING FUEL• Turn eng

4SAFETYWARNINGIf engine is warm DO NOT removeradiator cap.Escaping steam can cause burns.• Do not touch hot radiator, or open reservoir when engine is

5ENGINE INFORMATION1. Thermostat2. Oil filler cap3. Ignition coil4. Electric starter5. Oil pan6. Alternator7. Spark plug8. Coolanttemperaturesending u

6OILOIL CAPACITYOil capacity, including oil filter, is 3.5 quarts or 3.3 liters.TYPE OF OIL TO USE• Use high quality detergent oil classified “For Ser

7FUELTYPE OF FUEL TO USE• Use clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane.Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system or o

8GAUGESTYPICAL PANEL LIGHTS (If Equipped)Temperature lightIf temperature light comes on, engine is overheating. Check:S coolant level;S debris on radi

9STARTING & STOPPINGTO START ENGINE[1]. Insert key into starterswitch at OFF position.[2]. Open throttle controlslightly.[3]. Turn key to START.Ty