User manual GE 310000 REVISION B

[. . . ] This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with engines and how to avoid them. It also contains instructions for the proper use and care of the engine. Because Briggs & Stratton Corporation does not necessarily know what equipment this engine will power, it is important that you read and understand these instructions and the instructions for the equipment. For replacement parts or technical assistance, record below the engine model, type, and code numbers along with the date of purchase. [. . . ] Do not tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to increase engine speed. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the unit, and may result in injury. ⷠDo not strike the flywheel with a hammer or hard object because the flywheel may later shatter during operation. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the unit, and may result in injury. Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly. Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe disposal/recycling facilities. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug wire (A) and keep it away from the spark plug (Figure 6). Note: Any of the oil drain plugs shown below may be installed in the engine. Disconnect the oil drain hose (G, Figure 8) from the side of the engine. Carefully lower the quick oil drain (I) into an approved container (J). Before you install the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the oil filter gasket with fresh, clean oil. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts the oil filter adapter, then tighten the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4 turns. 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. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at BRIGGSandSTRATTON. cOM , or by calling 1-800-233-3723 , or as listed in the `Yellow Pages'. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from purchase, or to the extent permitted by law. liability for incidental or consequential damages are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country. Vanguardt Extended Life Seriest; I/C®; Intekt I/C®; Intekt Pro; Professional Seriest with Dura-Boret Cast Iron Sleeve; 850 Seriest with Dura-Boret Cast Iron Sleeve; Snow Series MAXt with Dura-Boret Cast Iron Sleeve All Other Briggs & Stratton Engines Featuring Dura-Boret Cast Iron Sleeve All Other Briggs & Stratton Engines 2 years 2 years These are our standard warranty terms, but occasionally there may be additional warranty coverage that was not determined at time of publication. Engines used on Home Standby Generator applications are warranted under consumer use only. [. . . ] If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact B&S at (414) 259-5262. Small off-road engines and large spark ignited engines less than or equal to 1. If any emissions-related part on your engine/equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by B&S. The following are specific provisions relative to your Emissions Control Warranty Coverage. [. . . ]