Briggs Stratton Lawn Mower 23 User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND

In the USA and Canada,

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR

ENGINE SELECTION

18002333723

ENGINE INSTALLATION

Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201

ENGINE OPERATION

www.briggsandstratton.com

Keep these instructions for future reference.

Before installing and operating this engine

read and observe all warnings, cautions and

instructions on both sides of this sheet, on the engine,

and in the operating & maintenance instructions.

NOTE: This sheet of instructions and safety information is not meant to cover all

possible conditions and situations that may occur. Read entire Operating &

Maintenance Instructions for this engine AND the instructions for the equipment

this engine powers. Failure to follow instructions and safety information could

result in serious injury or death.

HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS

The safety alert symbol

information about hazards that can result in personal injury.

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is used to identify safety

A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the

alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of

injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type

of hazard.

Fire

Explosion

Moving Parts

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

Toxic Fumes

Hot Surface

Shock

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

Kickback

CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage to

the engine.

(OVER)

FORM MS-6445-01/03

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ENGINE SELECTION

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All engine parts, including fuel

cap, spark plug, muffler, air

cleaner, and covers and guards

for drive components (gears,

belts, shafts, couplings, etc.)

must be in place before attempt-

ing to start engine.

WARNING

Failure to select the correct engine could

result in fire or explosion.

If engine is installed on walk

behind lawn mower, all mower

components, including cutting

blade, must be correctly

installed before attempting to

start engine.

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Some engines are unique and designed for specific applications

or types of equipment. If this engine will be used to build new

equipment, contact Briggs & Stratton to ensure that the engine is

appropriate for the intended use.

Note: For all Go-karts use only a model 136200 series en-

gine, which offers improved safety and performance.

Replacement engines should be the same model as the original

engine, or be the Briggs & Stratton designated replacement

engine. Refer to the Operation & Maintenance Instructions for

engine identification information.

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When working on the engine or

equipment, remove spark plug

wire from spark plug. For electric

start, remove negative wire from

battery.

WARNING

Do not check for spark with

spark plug removed. Use Briggs

& Stratton spark tester #19368.

Note: For all Go-karts use only a model 136200 series en-

gine, which offers improved safety and performance.

Do not use Briggs & Stratton engines on 3-wheel All-Terrain

Vehicles (ATVs), motor bikes, air craft products, or vehicles

intended for use in competitive events. Briggs & Stratton does not

approve of or authorize such uses.

ENGINE OPERATION

ENGINE INSTALLATION

WARNING

[1] Do not attempt to install this engine if you do not have the

appropriate tools and knowledge of small engine installation

procedures. Use only Briggs & Stratton parts. Contact your

Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.

When adding fuel:

[2] Do not modify the engine in any way without Briggs & Stratton

factory approval. Any such modification is at the owner’s sole

risk.

[3] If the exhaust system on the old engine was supplied by the

equipment manufacturer, you must transfer the exhaust

system and related components (original muffler and related

pipes, brackets, clamps, and shields) to the new engine. All

components must be in good condition.

Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before

removing gas cap.

Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. Fill tank to about

1 inch below lowest portion of neck to allow for fuel expansion.

Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,

and other ignition sources.

[4]

Install muffler (and muffler de-

flector if used) so outlet points

away from operator, fuel tank,

and equipment, and so muffler

heat will not damage or deform

engine and components.

WARNING

When starting engine:

Remove all external equipment/engine loads.

Wait until spilled fuel is evaporated. Start engine outdoors.

Pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.

[5]

Ensure all fuel lines and fittings

are properly assembled and do

not leak. Replacement parts

must be the same model as the

original.

WARNING

If engine floods, set choke to OPEN/RUN, place throttle in FAST

and crank until engine starts.

WARNING

[6]

Ensure all wiring, including safe-

ty switches and engine shut-off

components are completely

installed and functioning proper-

ly.

WARNING

When operating equipment:

Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to

spill.

Run engine outdoors. Do not run in enclosed area, even if doors

or windows are open.

[7] Set engine speed to equipment manufacturer’s specification.

Refer to equipment manufacturer’s manual. Do not tamper with

governor springs, or other parts that will increase engine speed

above specification.

Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.

FORM MS-6445-01/03

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