Twin Cylinder OHV BRIGGS & STRATTON PDF

For Briggs & Stratton Discount Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
TABLE OF CONTENTS
(For Section Reference, See Pages II through IV.)
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 1
IGNITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 2
CARBURETION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 3
GOVERNOR CONTROLS & GOVERNOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 4
CYLINDER HEAD & VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 5
ELECTRIC STARTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 6
ALTERNATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 7
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 8
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 9

CYLINDER & CRANKCASE COVER
INSPECTION & REPAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 10
CRANKSHAFT & CAMSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 11

PISTON, RINGS & CONNECTING ROD
INSPECTION & ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 12
ENGINE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 13
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SECTION REFERENCE
(By Subject)
SECTION
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Maintenance
Air Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation
Alternators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Identification
Test Equipment
Testing Output
Troubleshooting
Anti-Afterfire Solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Armature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Air Gap
Installation/Removal
Testing
(Also See Check Ignition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cables
Charging
Checking
Recommendation
(Also See Checking Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7C
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Checking
Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Checking
Camshaft
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Adjustment
Anti-Afterfire System
Assembly/Disassembly
Remove
Carburetor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Charging System (See Alternators) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7C
Coils (See Armature ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Compression Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Connecting Rod
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Crankcase Cover
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Crankshaft
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation/Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
II
SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)

SECTION
Cylinder Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Bearings
Resizing Bore
Cylinder Balance Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Cylinder Leakdown Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Engine Identification System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Engine Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preface
Exhaust System Supplied By Equipment Manufacturer
Flywheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
(Also See Flywheel Identification) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Fuel Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Fuel Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adjustment
Governed Idle
(Also See Governed Idle Adjustment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 13
Ground Wire Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications
(Also See Check Ignition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keyswitch Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 6
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Muffler Supplied By Equipment Manufacturer
Oil Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Oil Fill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 8
Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Oil Pressure Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Oil Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 8
Oil Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 8
Oil Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Piston Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Assembly/Removal
Checking
Pressure Lube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Regulator/Rectifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
III
SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)

SECTION
Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adjustment
Governed Idle
Wire Travel
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Speed Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Starters, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assemble/Disassemble Starter
Assemble/Disassemble Starter Drive
Keyswitch Testing
Replace Brushes
Test Equipment
Testing
Troubleshooting
Stop Switch (See Ground Wire Harness) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Fastener And Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjust Valve Clearances
Refacing
Seals
Seats
Valves Installation/Removal
IV
English to Metric Conversion Table

Fraction
1/64
1/32
3/64
Decimal
0.0156
0.0312
0.0469
mm
0.3969
0.7938
1.1906
Fraction
33/64
17/32
35/64
Decimal
0.5156
0.5312
05469
mm
13.0969
13.4938
13.8906
1/16
0.0625
1.5875
9/16
0.5625
14.2875
5/64
3/32
7/64
0.0781
0.0938
0.1094
1.9844
2.3812
2.7781
37/64
19/32
39/64
0.5781
0.5938
0.6094
14.6844
15.0812
15.4781
1/8
0.1250
3.1750
5/8
0.6250
15.8750
9/64
5/32
11/64
0.1406
0.1562
0.1719
3.5719
3.9688
4.3656
41/64
21/32
43/64
0.6406
0.6562
0.6719
16.2719
16.6688
17.0656
3/16
0.1875
4.7625
11/16
0.6875
17.4625
13/64
7/32
15/64
0.2031
0.2188
0.2344
5.1594
5.5562
5.9531
45/64
23/32
47/64
0.7031
0.7188
0.7344
17.8594
18.2562
18.6531
1/4
0.2500
6.3500
3/4
0.7500
19.0500
17/64
9/32
19/64
0.2656
0.2812
0.2969
6.7469
7.1438
7.5406
49/64
25/32
51/64
0.7656
0.7812
0.7969
19.4469
19.8438
20.2406
5/16
0.3125
7.9375
13/16
0.8125
20.6375
21/64
11/32
23/64
0.3281
0.3438
0.3594
8.3344
8.7312
9.1281
53/64
27/32
55/64
0.8281
0.8438
0.8594
21.0344
21.4312
21.8281
3/8
0.3750
9.5250
7/8
0.8750
22.2250
25/64
13/32
27/64
0.3906
0.4062
0.4219
9.9219
10.3188
10.7156
57/64
29/32
59/64
0.8906
0.9062
0.9219
22.6219
23.0188
23.4156
7/16
0.4375
11.1125
15/16
0.9375
23.8125
29/64
15/32
31/64
0.4531
0.4688
0.4844
11.5094
11.9062
12.3031
61/64
31/32
63/64
0.9531
0.9688
0.9844
24.2094
24.6062
25.0031
1/2
0.5000
12.7000
1.0000
25.4000
Drill Size Decimal Equivalent In Inches

60
.040
39
.0995
20
.161
.228
.332
59
.041
38
.1015
19
.166
.234
.339
58
.042
37
.104
18
.1695
15/64 .2344
11/32 .3438
57
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Section 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
Section Contents
Page
IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Fuel And Oil Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Change Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Change Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Clean Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Replace Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Air Cleaner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Remove Combustion Chamber Deposits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
Systematic Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Check Ignition (With Electric Starter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Check Ignition (Engine Running) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Checking For Fouled Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Check Carburetion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Check Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cylinder Leakdown Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cylinder Balance Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Equipment Affecting Engine Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
COMMON SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
STANDARD AND REJECT DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
9905
In the Interest of Safety

This safety alert symbol indicates that this
message involves personal safety. Words
danger, warning and caution indicate degree of
hazard. Death, personal injury and/or property
damage may occur unless instructions are
followed carefully.
You are not ready to operate this engine if you

have not read and understood the following
safety items. Read this entire owners manual
and the operating instructions of the
equipment this engine powers.
The Briggs & Stratton engine is made of the finest material in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Please understand that Briggs &
Stratton sells engines to original equipment manufacturers. It also sells to others in the distribution chain who may sell to the ultimate
consumer, an equipment manufacturer, another distributor or a dealer. As a result, Briggs & Stratton does not necessarily know the application on which the engine will be placed. For that reason, carefully read and understand the operating instructions of the equipment
before you repair or operate it.
You should also understand that there are equipment applications for which Briggs & Stratton does not approve the use of its engines. Briggs
& Stratton engines are not to be used on vehicles with less than 4 wheels. They include motor bikes, aircraft products and All Terrain Vehicles.
Moreover, Briggs & Stratton does not approve of its engines being used in competitive events. F0R THAT REASON, BRIGGS & STRATTON
ENGINES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED FOR ANY OF THESE APPLICATIONS. Failure to follow this warning could result in death, serious
injury (including paralysis) or property damage.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.

(Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,
an odorless and deadly poison.)
DO NOT remove fuel tank cap nor fill fuel tank
while engine is hot or running. DO NOT refuel
indoors or in an unventilated area. (Allow engine to cool 2 minutes before refueling.)
DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.
DO NOT store, spill, or use gasoline near an open flame,
nor near an appliance like a stove, furnace, or water heater
that uses a pilot light or can create a spark.
DO NOT refuel indoors or in an unventilated area.
DO NOT operate or tip engine/equipment at such a severe
angle that causes gasoline spillage.
DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled or when smell
of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exist.
(Move equipment away from spill and avoid any ignition until
gasoline has evaporated.)
DO NOT transport engine with fuel in tank or fuel shut-off
valve open.
DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine, especially in an
enclosed vehicle. (Whenever possible, gradually reduce
engine speed before stopping.)
DO NOT tamper with governor springs, links or other parts to
increase engine speed. (Run engine at speed set for equipment manufacturer.)
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. (Use an
approved tester.)
DO NOT run engine without blower housing or other safety
shields removed when doing repairs.
DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. (If engine

is flooded, place throttle in FAST and crank until engine
starts.)
DO NOT strike flywheel with a hammer or hard object as this
may cause flywheel to shatter in operation. (To remove flywheel, use Briggs & Stratton approved tools and proceedures only.)
DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. (Inspect periodically and replace if worn or leaking. If engine is equipped
with muffler deflector, inspect periodically and replace if necessary. Replacement parts must be same as on original
equipment.)
DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of grass,
leaves or other combustible material in muffler area.
DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered, brush covered, or grass covered unimproved land unless a spark arrester is installed on muffler. The spark arrester must be
maintained in working order by the owner and/or operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or fins which can cause
burns.
DO NOT start engine with air cleaner or air cleaner cover removed (or cover over carburetor air intake, if Sno/Gard engine).
DO NOT attempt to start engine with cutting blade loose or
removed. (Blade must be tight, otherwise a kickback may
occur.)
4Prior to work, read and understand the section(s) of this manual that pertain to the job. Follow all safety warnings.
4PULL starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
4WEAR suitable eye protection (safety glasses, goggles or face shield when performing repair procedures).
4 PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING by removing spark plug
wire from spark plug when servicing engine or equipment. Disconnect negative wire from battery terminal if equipped with
electric starting system.
4 REMOVE blower housing periodically and clean engine. Keep
cylinder fins and governor parts free of dirt, grass and other
debris which can affect engine speed.
4 USE fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum carburetor and cause
leakage.
4 CHECK fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks.
Replace if necessary.
4 USE ONLY Genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts or their equivalent. The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent
quality may damage the engine.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL NUMBER SYSTEM

All Briggs & Stratton engines have a unique numerical designation system. Each engine is identified by a Model, Type and
Code number. Example:
Model
Type
Code
405777
0125 01
99052115
This chart explains the numerical model designation system. It is possible to determine most of the important mechanical
features of the engine by merely knowing the model number. Here is how it works.
FIRST DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
SECOND DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
THIRD DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
FOURTH DIGIT
AFTER DISPLACEMENT
CUBIC INCH
DISPLACEMENT
BASIC
DESIGN SERIES
CRANKSHAFT,
CARBURETOR,
GOVERNOR
PTO BEARING,
REDUCTION GEAR,
AUXILIARY DRIVE,
LUBRICATION
TYPE OF STARTER
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
16
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
25
26
28
29
30
31
32
35
38
40
42
43
44
46
52
58
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A to Z
0 Horizontal Shaft
Diaphragm Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
1 Horizontal Shaft
Vacu-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
2 Horizontal Shaft
Pulsa-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic or Mechanical
Governor
3 Horizontal Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Pneumatic Governor
4 Horizontal Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Mechanical Governor
5 Vertical Shaft
Vacu-Jet Carburetor
Governor
6 Vertical Shaft
7 Vertical Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Governor
8 Vertical Shaft
Flo-Jet Carburetor
Mechanical Governor
9 Vertical Shaft
Pulsa-Jet Carburetor
Governor
0 Plain Bearing/DU
Non-Flange Mount
1 Plain Bearing
Flange Mounting
2 Sleeve Bearing
Flange Mounting
Splash Lube
3 Ball Bearing
Flange Mounting
Splash Lube
4 Ball Bearing
Flange Mounting
Pressure Lubrication on
Horizontal Shaft
5 Plain Bearing
Gear Reduction
(6 to 1) CW Rotation
Flange Mounting
6 Plain Bearing
Gear Reduction
(6 to 1) CCW Rotation
7 Plain Bearing
Pressure Lubrication on
Vertical Shaft
8 Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive (PTO)
Perpendicular to Crankshaft
9 Plain Bearing
Auxiliary Drive
Parallel to Crankshaft
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Without Starter
Rope Starter
Rewind Starter
Electric Starter Only
120 Volt Gear Drive
Electric Starter/Generator
12 Volt Belt Drive
Electric Starter Only
12 Volt Gear Drive
Alternator Only
Electric Starter
12 Volt Gear Drive
With Alternator
Vertical Pull Starter or
Side Pull Starter
Mechanical Starter
The type number identifies certain unique features such as the crankshaft or governed speed used on an engine.
The code number identifies the assembly date of the engine. In some instances it is necessary to know the code number as well
as the model and type number when performing adjustments, repairs or ordering replacement parts for an engine. Here is how
it works.
Example: 99052115
A. The first two digits, 99, indicate the calendar year, 1999.
B. The second two digits, 05, indicate the calendar month, May.
C. The third
two digits, 21, indicate the calendar month day.
D. The last two digits, 15, indicate the assembly line or manufacturing plant.
3
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule
Check oil level
5 Hours
or Daily
25 Hours or
Every Season
50 Hours or
Every Season
100 Hours or
Every Season
500
Hours
D
D
Change oil
Note 1
D
Note 1
Change air cleaner cartridge
Note 2
Clean cooling system
Note 2
Change oil filter

Change air cleaner pre-cleaner
Note 2
* Inspect/clean spark arrester

(optional accessory)
Replace spark plugs
Replace in-line fuel filter
D
D
Remove combustion chamber deposits
Change oil after first 8 hours, then after every 50 hours or every season.
* Exhaust system supplied by equipment manufacturer.
Note 1 Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
Note 2 Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.
FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

Gasoline
We recommend the use of clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline,
and the use of BRIGGS & STRATTON GASOLINE
ADDITIVE, PART #5041. Leaded gasoline may be used if it
is commercially available and if lead-free is not available. A
minimum of 85 octane is recommended. The use of
lead-free gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits
and longer valve life.
NOTE: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated
gasolines, are gasolines blended with alcohols or ethers.
Excessive amounts of these blends can damage the fuel
system or cause performance problems. Do not use gasoline
which contains Methanol.
If any undesirable operating symptoms occur, use gasoline
with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether. We also
recommend gasoline be purchased in small quantities, not
more than a 30 day supply. FRESH gasoline minimizes
gum deposits, and also will ensure fuel volatility tailored for
the season in which the engine will be operated.
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of a high quality detergent oil
classified For Service SE, SF, or SG such as Briggs &
Stratton 30 Weight Oil Part #100005 or #100028. Detergent oils keep the engine cleaner and retard the formation
of gum and varnish deposits. No special additives should
be used with recommended oils.
Change Oil
The crankcase capacity of Intek OHV V-Twin cylinder
engines is approximately:
4 Pints (1.9 liters) with filter

3-3/4 Pints (1.8 liters) without filter
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

4-Cycle Intek V-Twin OHV Gasoline Engines
**
*
Lubrication
Oil has four purposes. It cools, cleans, seals and lubricates. During normal operation, small particles of metal
from the cylinder walls, pistons, bearings and combustion
deposits will gradually contaminate the oil. Dust particles
from the air also contaminate the oil forming an abrasive
mixture which can cause wear to all of the internal moving
parts of the engine, if the oil is not changed regularly. Fresh
oil also assists in cooling. Old oil gradually becomes thick
and loses its cooling ability as well as its lubricating
qualities.
Briggs & Stratton Intek OHV V-Twin engines are lubricated with a gear-driven oil pump.
F
C
-20
-30
0
-20
20
-10
32
0
40
60
10
80
20
100
30
40
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive

engines. Use of multi-viscosity oils (10W-30, etc.)
above 4 C (40 F) will result in high oil
consumption and possible engine damage. Check
oil level more frequently if using these types of oils.
** SAE 30 oil, if used below 4 C (40 F), will result in
hard starting and possible engine bore damage
due to inadequate lubrication.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL. Check and maintain

oil level regularly. Change oil after first eight (8) hours of
operation.
Thereafter, change oil every fifty (50) hours of operation.
Change oil more often if engine is operated in dirty or dusty
conditions or if engine is operated under heavy loads or in
high ambient air temperatures.
Remove oil drain plug and drain oil while engine is still
warm, Fig. 1. Replace drain plug.
Remove dipstick and refill slowly with new oil of proper
service classification and viscosity grade. Refill to full mark
on dipstick. When checking oil level, dipstick must be
screwed all the way in for accurate readings. Start and run
engine to check for oil leaks.
CLEAN
ROTATING
SCREEN
BLOWER
HOUSING
CLEAN
CLEAN
Change Oil Filter

Replace oil filter every 100 hours. Before installing new
filter, lightly oil filter gasket with fresh clean engine oil.
Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts filter adapter.
Tighten 1/2-3/4 turn farther, Fig. 1.
Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds and stop engine.
Recheck oil level and add if required. Restart engine and
check for oil leaks.
Fig. 2
Replace Spark Plugs

Replace spark plugs every 100 hours of operation or every
season, whichever occurs first. Replace spark plugs if
electrodes show signs of wear, or the porcelain is cracked.
Set spark plug gap at .76 mm (.030) for all models, Fig. 3.
Torque spark plugs to 20 Nm (180 in. lbs.).
Spark plugs recommended by Briggs & Stratton for OHV
Twin engines are:
OIL
DRAIN
PLUG
OIL FILTER
Spark Plug Type
B&S
Part No.
Champion
Resistor Plug
491055
RC12YC
Resistor Plug
496018
RC14YC
Fig. 1
Clean Cooling System

Grass particles, chaff or dirt can clog the air cooling system,
especially after prolonged service in cutting dry grass or
very dirty air. Continued operation with a clogged cooling
system can cause severe overheating and possible engine
damage.
Remove rotating screen and blower housing, Fig. 2. Cover
intake elbow to prevent dirt entering carburetor. Clean all
debris and dirt from rotating screen, cooling fins, flywheel,
cylinder and cylinder shields.
This should be a regular maintenance operation, performed yearly or every 100 hours, whichever comes first.
.76 MM
(.030)
WIRE GAUGE
Fig. 3 Checking Plug Gap
NOTE: Do not blast clean spark plugs. Spark plugs should

be cleaned by scraping or hand wire brushing and washing
in a commercial solvent.
5
Air Cleaner Maintenance

KNOBS
WARNING: NEVER operate engine with air cleaner assembly or air cleaner cartridge removed. fire
may result.
A properly serviced air cleaner protects internal parts of the
engine from dirt and dust particles in the air. If air cleaner
instructions are not carefully followed, dirt and dust, will be
drawn into the engine. These particles are highly abrasive
and will cause the piston rings and cylinder bore to wear
quickly. As the rings and cylinder bore become worn, these
abrasive particles enter the crankcase and contaminate
the oil, forming an abrasive mixture which will cause wear
on all of the internal moving parts.
The air cleaner on every engine brought in for a check up or
repair should be examined and serviced. If the air cleaner
shows signs of neglect, show it to the customer before
replacement Instruct the customer on proper care, to
assure long engine life.
NOTE: Replace air cleaner gaskets and mounting gaskets
that are worn or damaged, to prevent dirt and dust entering
engine due to improper sealing.
Service Dual Element Air Cleaners

Remove and service foam pre-cleaner every 25 hours or
every season, whichever occurs first. Service cartridge
every 100 hours or every season, whichever occurs first.
To Service Pre-Cleaner
Remove air cleaner cover, Fig. 4.
a. Remove cartridge and foam pre-cleaner.
b. Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.
c. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
d. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean absorbent
cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.
e. Reinstall pre-cleaner with mesh screen up.
f. Reinstall air cleaner cartridge.
g. Reinstall air cleaner cover.
NOTE: Be sure tabs on blower housing are engaged in
slots on air cleaner cover.
To Service Cartridge
Remove air cleaner cover, Fig. 4.
a. Remove and inspect cartridge. Replace if damaged or dirty.
b. NOTE: DO NOT use petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, to clean paper cartridge. They may
cause cartridge to deteriorate. DO NOT oil paper
cartridge. DO NOT use pressurized air to clean or
dry paper cartridge.
c. Reinstall cartridge and air cleaner cover, Fig. 4.
NOTE: Be sure tabs on blower housing are engaged in
slots on air cleaner cover.
COVER
CARTRIDGE
FOAM
PRE-CLEANER
AIR
INTAKE
Fig. 4 Dual Element Air Cleaner
Remove Combustion Chamber Deposits

Combustion chamber deposits should be removed every
500 hours or whenever cylinder heads are removed. See
Section 2 for removal procedure.
Remove combustion chamber deposits from combustion
chamber and around valves using a soft, hand wire brush
or scraper. With piston at Top Dead Center, remove
combustion chamber deposits from top of piston. Use care
to prevent combustion chamber deposits from entering
push rod or oil return cavity in cylinder.
Take care not to damage cylinder, top of piston, cylinder
head and cylinder head gasket surfaces.
NOTE: Remove only the combustion chamber deposits. It
is not necessary to remove the discoloration marks on the
piston, valves and cylinder head. These marks are normal
and will not affect engine operation.
Remove the loose deposits from around the top ring land
area using compressed air or a soft bristle brush.
WARNING: To prevent eye injury always wear eye
protection when using compressed air.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Most complaints concerning engine operation can be
classified as one or a combination of the following:
1. Will not start
2. Hard starting
3. Lack of power
4. Runs rough
5. Vibration
6. Overheating
7. High oil consumption
NOTE: What appears to be an engine malfunction may be
a fault of the powered equipment rather than the engine. If
equipment is suspect, see Equipment Affecting Engine
Operation.
Systematic Check
If the engine will not start and the cause of malfunction is

not readily apparent, perform a systematic check in the
following order:
1. Ignition
2. Carburetion
3. Compression
This check-up, performed in a systematic manner, can
usually be done in a matter of minutes. It is the quickest and
surest method of determining the cause of failure. The
basic check-up procedure is the same for all engine
models, while any variation, by model, will be shown under
the subject heading.
Check Ignition
(Engine Running)
If engine runs but misses during operation, a quick check to
determine if ignition is or is not at fault can be made by
installing Tool #19368 tester between the spark plug lead and
each spark plug, Fig. 6. A spark miss will be readily apparent
when the engine is running. If spark is good but engine
misses, check for a fouled spark plug.
SPARK PLUG LEAD
#19368
TESTER
Check Ignition (With Electric Starter)

NOTE: Magnetron ignition system requires a minimum of
350 RPM to produce spark.
With spark plugs installed, attach a #19368 ignition tester to
each spark plug lead and ground the other end of the tester
as shown in Fig. 5. Spin the flywheel rapidly with engine
starter. If spark jumps the tester gaps, you may assume the
ignition system is functioning satisfactorily.
WARNING: ON MAGNETRON EQUIPPED ENGINES, spark will still occur with a sheared
flywheel key. A severe shock or kickback hazard
may exist.
NOTE: Engines equipped with Magnetron ignition system will still display spark at tester with a partially or fully
sheared flywheel key. A partially sheared flywheel key will
affect ignition timing and engine performance.
SPARK PLUG LEAD
SPARK PLUG
Fig. 6 Running Check
Check Ignition
(Fouled Plug or Other Causes)
To check for a fouled spark plug or a non-functioning
cylinder, attach Tool #19368 tester between the spark plug
lead and each spark plug. Start and run engine at top no
load speed. Now ground one spark plug, Fig. 7. The engine
should continue to run on the other cylinder. Repeat this
test with the other cylinder. If the engine will not continue to
run when making this test, the cylinder that is NOT
grounded is not functioning and/or the spark plug is fouled.
Install a new spark plug before proceeding. If miss
continues, problem may be carburetion or compression.
See Check Carburetion, Check Compression. Also see
Cylinder Balance Test.
SPARK PLUG LEAD
SPARK PLUG
Fig. 5 Checking for Spark
If spark does not occur look for

Improperly operating interlock system
SPARK PLUG
Shorted equipment stop switch wire

Two closed diodes in ground wire harness
Incorrect armature air gap
GROUND
WITH
SCREW DRIVER
Fig. 7 Checking For Fouled Plugs
Armature failure
7
If compression is poor, look for
Check Carburetion
Before making a carburetion check, be sure the fuel tank
has an ample supply of fresh, clean gasoline. Be sure that
the shutoff valve, if equipped, is open and fuel flows freely
through the fuel line before starting engine. Inspect and
adjust the idle needle valve. Check to see that the choke
closes completely. If engine will not start, remove and
inspect the spark plugs.
If plugs are wet, look for
Loose cylinder head bolts

Blown head gasket
Burned valves, valve seats and/or loose valve seats
Insufficient valve clearance
Warped cylinder head
Overchoking
Warped valve stems

Plugged air cleaner
Worn bore and/or rings
Excessively rich fuel mixture
Broken connecting rods
Water in fuel
Cylinder Leakdown Test
Float needle valve stuck open
The cylinder leakdown tester, Tool # 19545, may be used to

test the sealing capability of the compression components
of each cylinder and quickly identify the problem component.
If plug is dry, look for
Cylinder Balance Test
Inoperative anti-afterfire solenoid.
If the engine is hard starting, runs rough, misses or lacks

power, perform a cylinder balance test to determine
whether both cylinders are operating to their full potential.
Gummy or dirty carburetor, fuel line or tank
Tools Required
Float needle valve stuck shut
1. Tachometer, Tool #19200 or 19389

2. Two #19368 Ignition Testers
3. Screwdriver with insulated handle
Attach ignition tester, Tool #19368 between the spark plug
lead and each spark plug, Fig. 8.
Inoperative fuel pump

Leaking carburetor mounting gaskets
A simple check to determine if the fuel is getting to the
combustion chamber through the carburetor is to remove
either spark plug and pour a small quantity of gasoline
through the spark plug hole. Replace the plug. If the engine
fires a few times and then stops, look for the same
conditions as for a dry plug.
SPARK PLUG LEAD

#19368
TESTER
Check Compression
Briggs & Stratton does not publish any compression
pressures, as it is extremely difficult to obtain an accurate
reading without special equipment.
It has been determined through testing, a simple and
accurate indication of compression can be made as
follows:
Remove both spark plugs and insert a compression gauge
into either cylinder (one cylinder at a time). Turn engine over
with engine starter until there is no further increase in
pressure. Record this reading. Repeat procedure on other
cylinder and record that reading. The difference between
both cylinders should not exceed 25%. More than 25%
indicates loss of compression in the cylinder with lower
pressure. See example.
Example:
Cyl. #1
65 PSI
75 PSI
Eng. #1
Eng. #2
Cyl. #2
60 PSI
55 PSI
Diff.
5 PSI
20 PSI
% Diff.
7.6%
26.7%
SPARK PLUG
Fig. 8
Start and run engine running at top no load speed and note
spark at ignition testers. If the spark is equal at both ignition
testers, the problem is not ignition related. A spark miss will
be readily apparent. Now note RPM of engine. Ground out
one cylinder with screwdriver by contacting alligator clip on
ignition tester and a good ground on engine, Fig. 9. Note
RPM loss. Then ground out the other spark plug and note
the RPM loss. If the difference between the two cylinders
does not exceed 75 RPM, the amount of work the two
cylinders are doing should be considered equal.
be no RPM loss. When the other cylinder is grounded out

the engine will stop.
NOTE: A twin cylinder engine will run well on one cylinder
as long as the power required for the application does not
exceed the power produced by the one cylinder.
SPARK PLUG LEAD
SPARK PLUG
GROUND
WITH
SCREW DRIVER
Fig. 9 Cylinder Balance Test
Equipment Affecting Engine Operation

Frequently, what appears to be a problem with engine
operation, such as hard starting, vibration, etc., may be the
fault of the equipment powered rather than the engine
itself. Since many types of equipment are powered by
Briggs & Stratton engines, it is not possible to list all of the
various conditions that may exist. Listed are the most
common effects of equipment problems, and what to look
for as the most common cause.
Things Which Affect Both Cylinders

1. Carburetion
2. Crankcase vacuum
3. Ignition timing
a. A partially sheared flywheel key will effect ignition
timing and engine performance.
If the RPM loss is greater than 75 RPM this indicates that
the cylinder with the least RPM loss is the weakest of the
two cylinders. Look to that cylinder for a problem. See
Example.
Example:
Engine RPM Both Cylinders = 3400 RPM
Engine RPM #1 Cylinder Grounded = 3300 RPM
Engine RPM #2 Cylinder Grounded = 3100 RPM
Conclusion: #1 cylinder is weakest of the two cylinders.
Things Which Affect One Cylinder

1. Spark plug
a. A fouled spark plug may indicate that carburetor is
out of adjustment.
2. Leak in spark plug wire
3. Head gasket
4. Intake manifold
a. A leak at either end of the intake manifold will only
affect one cylinder, not both.
5. Valves
6. Rings
7. Piston
8. Cylinder
The cylinder balance test will also detect a cylinder that is
not functioning. When grounding out one cylinder there will
Hard Starting, or Will Not Start

1. Loose belt a loose belt like a loose blade can cause a
backlash effect, which will counteract engine cranking
effort.
2. Starting under load see if the unit is disengaged when
engine is started; or if engaged, should not have a
heavy starting load.
3. Check remote control assembly for proper adjustment.
4. Check interlock system for shorted wires, loose or corroded connections, or defective modules or switches.
Engine Wont Stop

1. Check equipment ignition stop switch.
2. Check for loose or disconnected equipment stop switch
wire.
3. Check ground wire harness.
a. See Section 3 for test procedure.
Vibration
1. Cutter blade bent or out of balance remove and balance.
2. Mounting bolts loose tighten.
Power Loss
1. Bind or drag in unit if possible, disengage engine and
operate unit manually to feel for any binding action.
2. Grass cuttings build-up under deck.
3. No lubrication in transmission or gear box.
4. Excessive drive belt tension may cause seizure.
Noise
1. Cutter blade coupling or pulley an oversize or worn
coupling can result in knocking, usually under acceleration. Check for fit, or tightness.
2. No lubricant in transmission or gear box.
Fastener Specifications
Description
Wrench/Socket Size
Torque
Alternator (stator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 in. lbs. (2.0 Nm)

Armature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 in. lbs. (3.0 Nm)
Back Plate (to cylinder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 in. lbs. (11.0 Nm)
Blower Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm)
Carburetor (to manifold) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 in. lbs. (7.0 Nm)
Connecting Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 in. lbs. (11.0 Nm)
Cylinder Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm)
Exhaust Manifold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 in. lbs. (16.0 Nm)
Fan Retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 in. lbs. (16.0 Nm)
Fuel Pump (to bracket) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
Fuel Pump Bracket (to cyl. shield) . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
Flywheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1/4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 ft. lbs. (203.0 Nm)
Governor Control Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
Governor Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 in. lbs. (15.0 Nm)
Head Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 in. lbs. (25.0 Nm)
Intake Air Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm)
Intake Manifold (to cyl. head) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 (T-30) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm)
Oil Drain Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 Square Drive (internal) . 125 in. lbs. (14.0 Nm)
Oil Pump Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm)
Rocker Arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 in. lbs. (11.0 Nm)
Rocker Arm Lock Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 in. lbs. (7.0 Nm)
Rocker Arm Adjustment Screw . . . . . . . . . . . T-40
Rotating Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 in. lbs. (2.0 Nm)
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/8 mm Deep . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 in. lbs. (20.0 Nm)
Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 (T-40) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 in. lbs. (16.0 Nm)
Starter Thru Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm)
Sump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 in. lbs. (23.0 Nm)
Valley Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm)
Valve Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 in. lbs. (11.0 Nm)
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Common Specifications
Model Series
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
405777 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.970 (75.44 mm) . . . . . . . . . . 2.890 (73.40 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . 40.0 cu. in. (656 cc)
445777 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.120 (79.25 mm) . . . . . . . . . . 2.890 (73.40 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . 44.2 cu. in. (724 cc)
Armature Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .008 .012 (0.20 0.30 mm)
Crankshaft End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .002 .030 (0.05 0.76 mm)
**Governed Idle Speed (all models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1750 RPM
Spark Plug Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .030 (0.76 mm)
Valve Clearance (Cold) Int. Exh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .004 .006 (0.10 0.15 mm)
**Top Governed Speed: See Briggs & Stratton Service Engine Sales Manual Microfiche MS-6255
or Sales Manual MS-4052
Standard and Reject Dimensions

Description
Standard Dimension
Reject Dimension
Cylinder
Bore
- Model 405777 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.969 2.970 (75.41 75.44 mm) . . . . . . .
- Model 445777 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.119 3.120 (79.22 79.25 mm) . . . . . . .
Out of round - All: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Bearing (Magneto) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.379 1.3805 (35.02 35.06 mm) . . . . . . . .
Cam Bearing (Magneto) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6255 .626 (15.88 15.90 mm) . . . . . . . . . .
2.973 (75.51 mm)

3.1235 (79.33 mm)
.0015 (0.04 mm)
1.383 (35.12 mm)
.6275 (15.93 mm)
Cylinder Head
Valve Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2374 .2383 (6.03 6.05 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . .240 (6.09 mm)
Valve Stem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2345 .235 (5.97 5.98 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 (5.92 mm)
Sump
Main Bearing (PTO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6268 1.6275 (41.32 41.34 mm) . . . . . . . 1.629 (41.37 mm)
Cam Bearing (PTO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6255 .626 (15.88 15.90 mm) . . . . . . . . . . .6275 (15.93 mm)
Crankshaft
Crankpin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4982 1.499 (38.05 38.07 mm) . . . . . . . . 1.4965 (38.01 mm)
Magneto Journal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3776 1.3784 (34.99 35.01 mm) . . . . . . . 1.376 (34.95 mm)
PTO Journal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6241 1.6249 (41.25 41.27 mm) . . . . . . . 1.623 (41.22 mm)
Cam Shaft
Journals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .624 .625 (15.85 15.87 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . .623 (15.82 mm)
Lobes
Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.228 1.231 (31.19 31.26 mm) . . . . . . . 1.225 (31.15 mm)

Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.226 1.229 (31.14 31.21 mm) . . . . . . . 1.223 (31.06 mm)
Connecting Rod
Crankpin Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.500 1.5006 (38.10 38.11 mm) . . . . . . . . 1.5015 (38.13 mm)
Piston Pin Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6727 .673 (17.08 17.09 mm) . . . . . . . . . . .6745 (17.13 mm)
Piston Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6721 .6726 (17.07 17.08 mm) . . . . . . . . . .6718 (17.06 mm)
Piston Pin Bearing (Piston) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .673 .6735 (17.09 17.10 mm) . . . . . . . . . . .6745 (17.13 mm)
Piston Ring
Ring End Gap Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ring Side Clearance (All) . . . . . . . . . . . .
.005 .013 (0.13 0.33 mm)

.014 .022 (0.35 0.56 mm)
.005 .017 (0.13 0.43 mm)
.002 .003 (0.05 0.07 mm)
.............
.............
.............
.............
.030 (0.76 mm)

.030 (0.76 mm)
.030 (0.76 mm)
.005 (0.12 mm)
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Section 2
IGNITION
Section Contents
Page
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ARMATURES
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Remove Armatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Install Armatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Adjust Armature Air Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FLYWHEEL
Remove Flywheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Inspect Flywheel Key and Keyways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Install Flywheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Testing Ground Wire Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Engine Wiring Harness Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Diode Failure Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SPECIFICATIONS FOR ALL INTEK OHV V-TWIN CYLINDER ENGINE MODELS
Basic
Model Series
405777
Armature
Air Gap
.008 to .012
(.20 to .30 mm)
Flywheel Holder
Part No.
19489 or 19433
Flywheel Puller
Part No.
Flywheel Nut Torque

Ft. Lbs.
Nm
150
203.0
19203
See Section 1 For Spark Plug Maintenance And Specifications
GENERAL INFORMATION
Briggs & Stratton OHV V-Twin engines use MAGNETRON ignition: an ignition armature with a self-contained transistor module (no moving parts). Two MAGNETRON ignition armatures are used, with a flywheel containing a permanent magnet.
NOTE: Magnetron ignition system requires a minimum of 350 RPM to produce spark.
ARMATURES
Armature Testing
The condition of the ignition armatures can accurately diagnosed using ignition tester, Tool #19368 as described in Troubleshooting in Section 1.
9905
Removing Armatures
1. Remove spark plug leads and spark plugs.
2. Remove rotating screen and blower housing.
3. Remove armature screws and lift off armature(s),
Fig. 1.
a. Disconnect stop switch wires at armatures.
Note: The flywheel does not need to be removed to
service MAGNETRON ignition except to
check the flywheel key.
STOP SWITCH
WIRES
Fig. 1 Removing Armature
Install Armatures
1. Turn flywheel so magnet is away from armature.
2. Install ground wire onto tab terminal on armature.
Note: Make sure wires are routed over armature
mounting posts and away from flywheel.
3. Assemble armature to engine, Fig. 2.
a. Mounting holes in armature are slotted. Push armature
away from flywheel as far as possible and tighten one
screw to hold armature in place.
4. Repeat for second armature.
WIRE
ROUTING
Fig. 2 Installing Armature
Adjust Armature Air Gap

1. Rotate flywheel until magnet is under armature laminations.
2. Place thickness gauge, .008-.012 (0.20-.30 mm) between magnet and armature laminations, Fig. 3.
3. Loosen mounting screw so magnet will pull armature
down against thickness gauge.
a. Torque screws to 25 in. lbs. (3.0 Nm).
4. Rotate flywheel to remove thickness gauge.
Note: Route armature ground wire between breather
tube and air horn.
THICKNESS
GAUGE
Fig. 3 Adjusting Air Gap
FLYWHEEL
Remove Flywheel
#19321
FLYWHEEL
HOLDER
New Art
Note: For engines not equipped with fan retainer use

flywheel holder Tool # 19433. First remove
armatures.
1. Place flywheel holder, Tool #19489 on fan retainer with
lugs of flywheel holder engaging slots on the fan retainer, Fig. 4.
2. Remove flywheel nut and washer.
3. Remove fan retainer and fan.
Fig. 4 Removing Flywheel Nut
4. Reinstall flywheel nut. Turn nut down flush with top of

threads.
5. Install flywheel puller, Tool #19203.
6. Tighten puller screws equally until flywheel loosens,
Fig. 5.
#19203
FLYWHEEL PULLER
DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or a

metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in
operation. Always use approved flywheel removal
tools.
FLYWHEEL NUT
Fig. 5 Removing Flywheel
Inspect Flywheel Key, Keyways,

Flywheel and Crankshaft
CHECK
Check flywheel key for damage. Check flywheel for cracks,

broken fins or keyway damage. Also check crankshaft
keyways and taper for damage, Fig. 6. Replace crankshaft, if damaged.
Fig. 6 Check Flywheel And Crankshaft
Install Flywheel
RETAINER
CLEAN flywheel and crankshaft taper removing

all oil, dirt or grease.
1. Assemble flywheel to crankshaft and align keyways.
2. Insert flywheel key into crankshaft.
3. Assemble fan and retainer to flywheel, Fig. 7.
FAN
Fig. 7 Installing Flywheel And Fan
4. Install washer and flywheel nut.

5. Assemble flywheel holder, Tool #19489 to retainer,
Fig. 8, or use fllywheel holder Tool # 19433.
a. Torque flywheel nut to 150 ft. lbs. (203.0 Nm).
#19321
FLYWHEEL HOLDER
New Art
Fig. 8 Torquing Flywheel Nut
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS

The engine wiring harness consists of a ground wire with a
diode for each armature and a separate wire for the
carburetor solenoid, Fig. 9. The engine wiring harness is
connected to the wiring harness provided by the equipment
manufacturer. A raised rib on the polarized connector
indicates the ground side.
See engine wiring harness diagram, page 5.
GROUND
EYELET
SOLENOID
CONNECTOR
DIODES
TO ARMATURES
POLARIZED
CONNECTOR
Fig. 9 Engine Wiring Harness
Testing Ground Wires

The Digital Multimeter, Tool #19464 is recommended to
test the ground wires, Fig. 10. The digital multimeter is
available from your Briggs & Stratton source of supply.
The following test will be made with the meter in the
(Diode Test) position.
Fig. 10 Digital Multimeter Tool #19357 or #19390
In the Diode Test position, the meter will display the forward
voltage drop across the diode(s). If the voltage drop is less
than 0.7 volts, the meter will Beep once as well as display
the voltage drop. A continuous tone indicates continuity
(shorted diode) An incomplete circuit (open diode) will be
displayed as OL.
1. Insert RED test lead into
receptacle in meter.
2. Insert BLACK test lead into
3. Rotate selector to
4. Insert RED test lead clip into connector A (black wire),
Fig. 11. Leave attached for remainder of test.
5. Touch BLACK test lead probe to terminal B.
a. If meter Beeps once, diode is OK.
b. If meter makes a continuous tone, diode is defective (shorted). Replace ground harness.
c. If meter displays OL, diode is defective (open).
Replace ground harness.
6. Now repeat test for terminal C. Results must be the
same.
See Diode Failure Diagnosis on page 5.
ARMATURE
TERMINALS
POLARIZED
CONNECTOR
Fig. 11 Testing Ground Wire
ENGINE WIRING HARNESS DIAGRAM
GROUND WIRE
HARNESS
CARBURETOR
SOLENOID
DIODE
DIODE
ENGINE HARNESS
ENGINE HARNESS CONNECTOR

RAISED RIB ON
CONNECTOR
INDICATES
GROUND SIDE
EQUIPMENT HARNESS CONNECTOR
+
2
EQUIPMENT
SWITCH
DIODE FAILURE DIAGNOSIS

SWITCH ON
SWITCH OFF
CAUSE
Engine Runs
On 1 Cylinder
Shuts Off OK
1 Closed Diode
Engine Runs
(Both Cylinders)
Only One Cylinder

Shuts Off
1 Open Diode
Wont Run
(No Spark)
Engine Runs
(Both Cylinders)
2 Closed Diodes
Engine Wont Shut Off
2 Open Diodes
Section 3
Carburetion
Section Contents
Page
REMOVE INTAKE MANIFOLD AND CARBURETOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
DISASSEMBLE CARBURETOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CARBURETOR CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Check Throttle, Choke Shaft And Body For Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLE CARBURETOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLE CARBURETOR TO INTAKE MANIFOLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD AND CARBURETOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ADJUST GOVERNOR
Static Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dynamic Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Governed Idle Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Adjust Top No Load Speed
FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TESTING SOLENOID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TESTING EQUIPMENT WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TESTING ENGINE WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
FUEL PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Inline Fuel Filter Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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SEE SECTION 1 FOR AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.

GENERAL INFORMATION
The Intek OHV V-twin utilizes a fixed jet, two barrel, side draft, flo-jet carburetor. Except for idle speed, the carburetor is
non-adjustable. The carburetor incorporates a fuel shut off solenoid which controls fuel flow to the fuel metering system. The
solenoid is controlled by the ignition switch.
REMOVE INTAKE MANIFOLD

AND CARBURETOR
1. Disconnect choke and throttle control cables.
2. Remove air cleaner cover, cartridge and pre-cleaner.
3. Remove rotating screen and blower housing.
a. Disconnect breather tube at air horn.
Fig. 1 Remove Blower Housing
4. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor.

5. Disconnect wiring connector at solenoid.
6. Remove intake manifold screws.
a. Disconnect governor link from governor lever.
b. Remove intake manifold and carburetor assembly.
c. Discard gaskets.
Fig. 2 Remove Intake Manifold
7. Remove four nuts and air horn.

a. Discard gasket.
8. Use Torx socket, Tool #19455 and remove carburetor
mounting studs, carburetor and spacer.
a. Discard gaskets.
AIR HORN
SPACER
Fig. 3 Remove Carburetor
DISASSEMBLE CARBURETOR
1. Remove two screws and float bowl.
a. Discard O-ring.
FLOAT
BOWL
Fig. 4 Remove Float Bowl
2. Disassemble fuel solenoid from float bowl. Discard gasket.

a. Use 1/2 thin profile wrench and carburetor socket,
Tool #19458 (14 mm) or 19459 (16 mm).
b. Remove fixed main jet.
Note: Use care when removing solenoid to prevent
damage to fixed main jet and housing.
MAIN JET
HOUSING
MAIN JET
SOLENOID
Fig. 5 Remove Fuel Solenoid
3. Remove float hinge pin, float and inlet needle.

INLET NEEDLE
4. Remove emulsion tube body and gasket.

Discard gasket.
EMULSION
TUBE BODY
FLOAT
Fig. 6 Remove Float

COVER
PLATE
Remove cover plate. Discard gasket.
Fig. 7 Remove Cover Plate
5. Remove screws and choke plate.

a. Remove choke shaft. Discard seal.
CHOKE
PLATE
SEAL
Fig. 8 Remove Choke Shaft
6. Remove nozzle body. Discard gasket.
NOZZLE
BODY
GASKET
Fig. 9 Remove Nozzle Body
7. Mark throttle plates before removing so that they may be

re-installed in the same position. Sides of throttle plate are
beveled.
8. Remove screws, throttle plates and throttle shaft with
seal.
a. Discard seal.
This completes the carburetor disassembly procedure.
THROTTLE
PLATES
SEAL
Fig. 10 Remove Throttle Shaft
CARBURETOR CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS

WEAR suitable skin protection when using cleaners. FOLLOW instructions on container.
1. Disassemble carburetor.
2. Remove and discard all old gaskets, seals and sealing
material.
3. Use commercial carburetor cleaning solvents (such as
Briggs & Stratton Spray Cleaner, Part #100041 or
100042) to clean carburetor parts and body.
4. When cleaning non-metallic parts (plastic, nylon, Minlon, etc.), do not leave in commercial carburetor cleaner
4
more than 15 minutes.

Note: Parts containing rubber, such as seals, O rings,
inlet needles, seats or pump diaphragms should
never be placed in commercial carburetor cleaner.
To prevent eye injury, always wear eye protection
when using compressed air.
5. Use only compressed air (blowing in both directions) to
clean out all openings and passages.
Note:
Do not use wires, drills or any other devices to

clean out metering holes or passages.
Check Throttle, Choke Shaft And Body For

Wear
1. Lay carburetor on flat surface and check throttle and
choke shaft clearance as shown in Fig. 11.
Throttle shaft and choke shaft clearance must not exceed
.010 (.25 mm).
Fig. 11 Checking Clearance
2. Inspect throttle shaft and choke shaft for wear, Fig. 12.
Replace if worn.
If carburetor body is worn, replace carburetor.
Fig. 12 Checking Throttle And Choke Shaft
ASSEMBLE CARBURETOR
When assembling carburetor, use new seals and gaskets.
1. Assemble new seal to throttle shaft and insert into carburetor body.
Important: Install one throttle plate at a time. Check
throttle shaft for freedom of operation before installing
other throttle plate.
Note: Use LOCTITE 222 on screw threads.
THROTTLE
PLATES
SEAL
Fig. 13 Install Throttle Shaft
2. Install cover plate with new gasket.

COVER
PLATE
Fig. 14 Install Cover Plate
3. Install nozzle body with new gasket.

a. Tighten screw securely.
NOZZLE
BODY
GASKET
Fig. 15 Install Nozzle Body
4. Assemble new seal to choke shaft and insert into carburetor body.
a. Install choke plate.
Note: Use LOCTITE 222 on screw threads.
CHOKE
PLATE
SEAL
Fig. 16 Install Choke Shaft
5. Install emulsion tube body with new gasket.

a. Tighten screw securely.
EMULSION
TUBE BODY
Fig. 17 Install Emulsion Tube Body
6. Assemble inlet needle to float and install float.

a. Assemble bowl gasket to body.
INLET NEEDLE
FLOAT
Fig. 18 Install Float
7. Install fixed main jet, according to engine model.

Main Jet Identification
Model 405770
No. 132
Model 445770
No. 140
8. Assemble fuel solenoid to float bowl and main jet housing.
9. Position main jet housing so that main jet is opposite
float hinges.
a. Use 1/2 thin profile wrench and carburetor socket,
Tool #19458 (14 mm) or 19459 (16 mm).
Note: Use care when tightening solenoid to prevent
damage to fixed main jet and housing.
MAIN JET
HOUSING
MAIN JET
405770 #132
445770 #140
Fig. 19 Assemble Fuel Solenoid
10. Assemble governor link to throttle lever on carburetor

from inside out.
11. Assemble choke link to choke lever on carburetor from
outside in.
INSTALL
CHOKE LINK
FROM OUTSIDE
IN
INSTALL GOVERNOR LINK

FROM INSIDE
OUT
Fig. 20 Assemble Governor And Choke Link

SPACER
ASSEMBLE CARBURETOR TO INTAKE MANIFOLD

1. Connect choke link to choke lever and assemble carburetor and spacer to intake manifold with new gaskets.
a. Use Torx socket, Tool #19455 and torque studs
to 65 in. lbs. (7.0 Nm).
2. Assemble air horn to carburetor with new gasket.
a. Torque nuts to 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm).
AIR HORN
Fig. 21 Assemble Carburetor To Manifold
INSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD AND

CARBURETOR
1. Connect wiring at solenoid.
2. Connect governor link to governor lever.
3. Assemble intake manifold and carburetor to engine with
new gaskets.
b. Connect breather tube to air horn.
CONNECT
SOLENOID
WIRING
Fig. 22 Install Intake Manifold And Carburetor
4. Connect fuel line to carburetor.Install clamp with tabs

facing to sides or down.
5. Install blower housing.
6. Install rotating screen.
Assemble air cleaner.
TABS TO
SIDE OR
DOWN
Fig. 23 Install Fuel Line
ADJUST GOVERNOR
WARNING: IF carburetor and manifold are removed, static governor adjustment should be
checked! Misadjustment could result in engine
overspeeding which could cause engine damage,
property damage or personal injury.
Static Governor Adjustment

1. Loosen governor lever nut. Rotate governor control
swivel counter-clockwise as far as it will go (wide open
throttle) and hold in this position.
2. Rotate governor shaft clockwise as far it will go, Fig. 24.
a. Torque governor nut to 130 in. lbs. (15.0 Nm).
3. Install throttle and choke control cables and check for
proper operation.
CONTROL
SWIVEL
GOVERNOR
SHAFT
Fig. 24 Adjust Governor
Dynamic Governor Adjustment

ALL ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE MADE WITH AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY INSTALLED.
The following tools are required when making governor
adjustments, Fig. 25:
1. Tachometer, Tool #19200 or #19389.
2. Tang bender, Tool #19480.
Start and run engine for approximately 5 minutes to allow
engine to warm up.
TACHOMETER
TANG BENDER
Fig. 25 Governor Adjustment Tools
Governed Idle Adjustment

Perform adjustments exactly in order shown.
1. Move equipment control lever to SLOW position.
2. Hold throttle lever against idle speed adjustment screw
and adjust idle speed to 1200 RPM, Fig. 26. Release
throttle lever.
IDLE SPEED
SCREW
CARBURETOR
THROTTLE
LEVER
Fig. 26 Adjusting Idle Speed
3. Bend governed idle tang to obtain 1750 RPM, Fig. 27.
GOVERNED
IDLE TANG
Fig. 27 Adjusting Governed Idle
4. With engine running at governed idle RPM, bend

throttle restrictor tang so that tang just contacts governor lever, Fig. 28.
THROTTLE RESTRICTOR
Fig. 28 Adjusting Throttle Restrictor

Refer to Service Engine Sales Microfiche, MS-6225 or
Service Engine Sales Manual, MS-4052, for Top No Load
RPM by engine model and type number.
1. Move equipment control to FAST position and check
RPM.
a. Bend tang to obtain correct RPM, Fig. 29.
Note: Governor spring tension adjustment must not
exceed 200 RPM, or the governor spring
must be replaced.
TANG BENDER
Fig. 29 Adjusting Top No Load Speed
FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID

The fuel shut off solenoid is controlled by the equipment ignition switch. When the equipment switch is in the Off position, the
solenoid valve plunger closes, stopping fuel flow through the fixed main jet. When the switch is in the On and Start position,
the solenoid valve opens, allowing normal fuel flow. Solenoid is operating properly if a click is heard when equipment ignition
switch is turned On and Off.
Note: Anti-afterfire solenoid requires a minimum of 9 volts DC to function.
TESTING SOLENOID
If solenoid does not click, the problem may be in equipment
wiring, engine wiring harness or solenoid. To determine
whether problem is with wiring or solenoid, perform the
following tests in the order shown.
Test Equipment
The digital multimeter, Tool #19390 is required to test the
solenoid equipment wiring.
The following tests will be performed with the meter in the
V
(DC volts) position, Fig. 30.
Fig. 30
TESTING EQUIPMENT WIRING

1. With keyswitch in OFF position, disconnect equipment
wiring harness connector from engine wiring harness.
2. Attach red meter test lead into equipment wiring harness
connector. (side opposite raised rib)
3. Attach black test lead to a good ground, Fig. 31.
4. Turn keyswitch to ON position.
a. Meter should display battery voltage at connector.
If meter does not display battery voltage, problem is with
wiring harness. Check for loose or broken wire. If meter
displays battery voltage, test engine wiring harness.
EQUIPMENT WIRING HARNESS

CONNECTOR
Fig. 31 Checking Wiring
TESTING ENGINE WIRING

1. With keyswitch in OFF position, re-connect equipment
wiring harness to engine wiring harness and disconnect
harness at solenoid.
2. Insert red meter test lead into GRAY wire in solenoid connector.
3. Attach black test lead to a good ground, Fig. 32.
4. Turn keyswitch to ON position.
a. Meter should display battery voltage at connector.
If meter does not display battery voltage, problem is with
engine wiring harness. Replace. If meter displays battery
voltage, problem is with solenoid. Replace solenoid.
SOLENOID CONNECTOR
GRAY WIRE
Fig. 32 Checking Wiring
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FUEL PUMP
The fuel pump, mounted on the No. 1 cylinder shield,
allows remote fuel tank installations. The fuel pump will
prime at 12 (30.5 cm) maximum lift. Fuel pump pressure is
1.5 psi (0.1 Bar ). The pump is operated by pulsating
crankcase vacuum from the engine. The vacuum pulse line
is installed on the No. 1 cylinder valve cover, Fig. 33.
Note: Fuel pump is available as an assembly only.
Replace fuel lines and vacuum pulse line if stiff and brittle.
Note: An air leak at the fuel pump pulse line hose
connections will result in improper fuel flow.
Fig. 33 Fuel Pump
Inline Fuel Filter Service

Replace inline fuel filter yearly or every 100 hours,
whichever occurs first. Replace filter if dirt or water are
present. See illustrated parts list for correct fuel filter.
COVER AND PULSE

LINE NIPPLE
DIAPHRAGM
PLASTIC
DIAPHRAGM
GASKET
GASKETS
PUMP
BODY
FUEL INLET
NIPPLE
FUEL OUTLET
(TO CARB)
COVER
Fig. 34 Exploded View
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Section 4
GOV. CONTROLS & GOVERNOR
Section Contents
Page
REMOTE GOVERNOR CONTROLS
Speed Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Governed Idle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Remote Control Wire Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Choke Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GOVERNOR
Disassemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Governor Gear And Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Governor Shaft Bushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADJUST GOVERNOR
Static Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dynamic Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Governed Idle Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Top No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
3
4
4
5
6
6
7
7
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of the governor is to maintain, within certain limits, a desired engine speed, even though loads may vary. The governor spring tends to pull the throttle open. The force of the counterweights, which are operated by centrifugal force, tends to close
the throttle. The engine speed at which these two forces balance is called the governed speed. The governed speed can be
varied by changing the governor spring or governor spring tension. Governor spring tension adjustment must not exceed 200
RPM, or the governor spring must be replaced. If a governor spring must be replaced, consult the appropriate Illustrated Parts
List. Select the proper governor springs by engine type number.
WARNING: AFTER A NEW GOVERNOR
SPRING IS INSTALLED, CHECK ENGINE TOP
GOVERNED SPEED WITH AN ACCURATE
TACHOMETER.
REMOTE GOVERNOR CONTROLS

Briggs & Stratton Intek OHV V-Twin engines are
equipped for remote governor controls.
Speed Regulation
Remote governor controls (supplied by equipment
manufacturer) control engine speed by increasing or
decreasing tension on governor spring(s) to obtain desired
engine speed at all positions, Fig. 1.
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Fig. 1 Remote Governor Control
Governed Idle
Intek OHV Twin cylinder engines have a governed idle
system. A throttle restrictor permits the engine to maintain
engine speed when a light load is applied with the
equipment control in the SLOW position, Fig. 2.
THROTTLE RESTRICTOR
GOVERNED IDLE
SPRING
Fig. 2 Throttle Restrictor
Remote Control Wire Travel

In order to make proper remote control adjustments, the
travel of the remote control wire must not be less than 35
mm (1-3/8) with controls mounted in equipment, Fig. 3.
2-1/8 MIN.
(54 MM)
1-3/8 MIN. TRAVEL
(35 MM)
Fig. 3 Control Wire Dimensions
Speed Control Wire Adjustment

1. Loosen control casing clamp at governor control bracket,
2. Move speed control lever to FAST position.
3. Move control casing and wire in direction shown by arrow until governor control swivel is at end of travel,
Fig. 4.
4. Tighten casing clamp screw.
THROTTLE STOP
CASING
CLAMP
SCREW
SWIVEL
Fig. 4 Control Wire Adjustment
Choke Control Adjustment
PULL
TO CHOKE
Place choke control lever on equipment in CHOKE

position. Loosen control casing clamp screw. Move control
casing and wire until choke is completely closed. Tighten
casing clamp screw, Fig. 5.
WIRE AND
CASING
SCREW
Fig. 5 Choke Control Adjustment
GOVERNOR
Disassemble
Drain oil and remove engine from equipment. Remove
spark plugs. Remove valve covers, depress springs and
remove push rods. Mark push rods so that they may be
reassembled in their original position. If push rods are
mixed, it may be necessary to readjust valve clearances.
Note: Intake push rods are aluminum.
1. Loosen governor lever nut.
a. Remove governor lever from shaft, Fig. 6.
GOVERNOR LEVER
NUT
Fig. 6 Remove Governor Lever
2. Remove oil pump. Fig. 7.

a. Remove oil pump cover.
b. Remove inner rotor.
c. Remove outer rotor.
d. Remove drive shaft.
C
A
D
B
Fig. 7 Remove Oil Pump
3. Remove sump and discard gasket, Fig. 8.

a. Remove governor gear and thrust washer
GOVERNOR
GEAR
Fig. 8 Remove Sump
4. Remove governor shaft from sump, Fig. 9.

a. Remove lower E-ring.
b. Rotate governor paddle clockwise and slide governor shaft out of bushing.
c. Remove and discard oil seal.
E-RING
SEAL
Fig. 9 Remove Governor Shaft
5. The following tools are required to remove the governor

shaft bushing, Fig. 10.
a. 3/8 drive 5/8 socket.
b. 1/4 flat washer.
c. 1/4 20 screw and nut from #19165 flywheel puller.
d. #94349 flat washer.
Fig. 10 Bushing Removal Tools
6.
Assemble tools as shown.
a. Tighten nut until bushing is removed, Fig. 11.
Fig. 11 Remove Governor Shaft Bushing
Check Governor Gear And Governor Gear Shaft

1. Check governor gear for burrs or nicks, Fig. 12.
2. Check flyweights for damage or wear.
3. Check governor cup and thrust washer for damage or
wear.
4. Check governor gear shaft and bearings for damage or
wear.
Replace as required.
Fig. 12 Check Governor Gear And Shaft
Install Governor Shaft Bushing

Lubricate new bushing and governor shaft with engine oil.
1. Assemble governor shaft to sump to act as a pilot for
bushing.
Do not install lower E-ring.
2. Using Tool #19129 press in bushing until it bottoms,
Fig. 13.
3. Install lower E-ring.
a. Install new oil seal.
Governor shaft must rotate freely.
#19129
Fig. 13 Install Governor Shaft Bushing
Reassemble
1. Lubricate thrust washer, governor gear and governor cup
with engine oil and assemble to shaft, Fig. 14.
GOVERNOR
GEAR
Fig. 14 Install Governor Gear
2. Install sump with new gasket, Fig. 15.

a. Torque screws in sequence shown to 200 in. lbs.
(23.0 Nm).
6
5
3
10
8
Fig. 15 Install Sump
3. Lubricate oil pump components with engine oil and assemble to sump, Fig. 16. Make sure drive shaft is engaged in camshaft.
a. Install drive shaft.
b. Install inner rotor.
c. Install outer rotor.
d. Install oil pump cover with new O-ring.
e. Torque screws to 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm).
D
A
B
Fig. 16 Install Oil Pump
4. Reassemble governor lever to governor shaft, Fig. 17.

DO NOT tighten nut at this time.
GOVERNOR
LEVER
Fig. 17 Install Governor Lever
5. Install push rods in their original positions.

a. Compress valve springs and insert push rods into
recess in rocker arm adjustment screws, Fig. 18.
Fig. 18 Install Push Rods
6.
Install valve covers with new gaskets, Fig. 19.
Fig. 19 Install Valve Covers
ADJUST GOVERNOR
WARNING: BEFORE STARTING or running engine, static adjustment of the governor must be
completed! Failure to make the static adjustments
first could result in engine overspeeding which
may result in engine damage, property damage or
personal injury.
CONTROL
SWIVEL
GOVERNOR
SHAFT

1. With governor lever nut loose, rotate governor control

Assemble remote controls and check for proper adjustment.
engine to warm up.
TACHOMETER
TANG BENDER
Fig. 21 Governor Adjustment Tools

2. Hold throttle lever against idle speed adjustment
screw and adjust idle speed to 1200 RPM, Fig. 22. Release throttle lever.
IDLE SPEED
SCREW
CARBURETOR
THROTTLE
LEVER
Fig. 22 Adjusting Idle Speed
GOVERNED
IDLE TANG
Fig. 23 Adjusting Governed Idle

THROTTLE RESTRICTOR
Fig. 24 Adjusting Throttle Restrictor

Refer to Service Engine Sales Microfiche, MS 6225 or
Service Engine Sales Manual, MS 4052, for Top No Load
RPM.
must be replaced.
TANG BENDER
Fig. 25 Adjusting Top No Load Speed
Section 5
Cylinder Head and Valves
Section Contents
Page
REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
DISASSEMBLE CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
INSPECT AND REPAIR
Cylinder Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Valve Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLE CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
ADJUST VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
REASSEMBLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
ADJUST GOVERNOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Overhead Valve Train
9905
REMOVE CYLINDER HEADS

Disconnect exhaust system from cylinder heads and
disconnect choke and throttle control cables.
1. Remove the following parts from engine, Fig. 1:
a. Air cleaner cover, cartridge and pre-cleaner.
b. Rotating screen.
c. Blower housing.
d. Spark plugs.
Fig. 1 Remove Blower Housing
2. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor and breather tube at

air horn.
a. Disconnect fuel solenoid wires at carburetor
b. Remove intake manifold and carburetor.
c. Disconnect governor link from governor lever.
Fig. 2 Remove Intake Manifold And Carburetor
3. Loosen governor lever nut.

4. Remove governor control bracket and governor lever.
GOVERNOR
LEVER
CONTROL
BRACKET
NUT
Fig. 3 Remove Governor Lever And Control Bracket
5. Remove No. 1 cylinder shield with fuel pump and bracket.

Note: Lower cylinder shield screw (#10-24), also
used to attach fuel solenoid ground wire.
1/4-20
SCREW
#10-24
SCREW
Fig. 4 Remove Cylinder Shield
6. Remove No. 2 cylinder shield.

1/4-20
SCREW
#10-24
SCREW
Fig. 5 Remove Cylinder Shield
7. Remove valve covers and discard gaskets.
Fig. 6 Remove Valve Covers
8. Remove rocker arms and push rods, Fig. 7.

Note: Mark push rods so that they may be reassembled in
their original position. Intake valve push rods are
aluminum.
Fig. 7 Remove Rocker Arms And Push Rods
9. Remove cylinder heads and discard gaskets, Fig. 8.
Fig. 8 Remove Cylinder Head
DISASSEMBLE CYLINDER HEAD

1.
2.
3.
7
4.
1
5.
6.
8
5
7.
4
8.
3
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head Gasket
Valve Spring Retainer Locks
Valve Spring Retainer
Valve Spring
Valve
Intake Valve Stem Seal
Valve Guide
Fig. 9 Cylinder Head Components
1. Remove valves, Fig. 10.

Note: Place a shop rag or short section of rubber fuel line
under valves inside combustion chamber to hold
valve in place while compressing spring.
Thread rocker arm support screw into cylinder head a few
turns and compress spring with valve spring compressor,
Tool #19347. Remove the following:
a. Valve spring retainer locks
b. Valve spring retainer
c. Valve spring
d. IN and EX valve
Fig. 10 Remove Valves
2. Remove and discard intake valve stem seals, Fig. 11.
Fig. 11 Remove Valve Stem Seal
INSPECT AND REPAIR

1. Check cylinder head, Fig. 12.
Be sure all gasket material is removed from surfaces
before checking. Use a gasket scraper if necessary.
a. Inspect cylinder head for cracks or damage.
b. Use a surface plate or straight edge and check
cylinder head mounting surface for distortion.
If mounting surfaces are distorted more than .004
(0.1 mm), the cylinder head must be replaced.
It is not recommended that cylinder head mounting
surfaces be resurfaced.
STRAIGHT
EDGE
Fig. 12 Check Cylinder Head For Distortion
2. Check valve guide bushings for wear using reject

gauge, Tool #19381, Fig. 13.
If valve guides are worn, the cylinder head must be
replaced.
REJECT
GAGE
Fig. 13 Check Valve Guide Bushing
(1/16-3/64)
45
0.8 MM TO 1.2 MM
60 CUTTER
VALVE SEAT DIMENSIONS
3. Valve seats may be reconditioned using valve seat cutter tool #19547.
If valve seat is wider than dimension shown in Fig. 14, a
narrowing cutter should be used to ensure that contact
area of valve seat is centered on face of valve.
a. Use a 60 cutter to narrow seat from bottom and a
15 cutter to narrow seat from top, Fig. 18.
Note: If valve seat is loose or cracked, replace cylinder
head.
15 CUTTER
Fig. 14 Valve Seat Dimensions
4. Valve faces may be resurfaced to 45. See Fig. 15 for

dimensions for valves. Lap valves and seats with valve
lapping tool, #19258 and valve lapping compound, tool
#94150.
1/32
MINIMUM
1.2 MM TO 1.6 MM
(3/64-1/16)
SEATING AREA CENTERED

ON VALVE FACE
Fig. 15 Valve Dimensions
5. Measure valve stem diameter at specified distance

from end of valve, as shown in Fig. 16.
Replace if less than .233 (5.92 mm).
1.600
(40 MM)
Fig. 16 Measure Valve Stem Diameter
ASSEMBLE CYLINDER HEAD
1
6
7
5
4
3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Head Gasket
Valve Spring Retainer Locks
Valve Spring Retainer
Valve Spring
Valve
Valve Stem Seal
Rocker Arm
Rocker Arm Support
Rocker Arm Support Screw
Push Rod
8
9
11
10
Fig. 17 Cylinder Head Components
1. Use valve guide driver, Tool #19416 and install new intake valve stem seal.
a. Oil inner surface and lip of valve stem seal.
b. Press seal on to valve guide bushing until it bottoms, Fig. 18.
VALVE STEM
SEAL
(CUTAWAY VIEW)
Fig. 18 Install Valve Stem Seals
2. Install valves.
Note: Lightly coat valve stems with Valve Guide Lubricant
#93963 before installing valves.
Fig. 19 Install Valves
3. Install valve springs with valve spring compressor, Tool

#19347, Fig. 20.
Fig. 20 Install Valve Springs
4. Assemble rocker arms and supports to cylinder head,

Fig. 21. Apply Loctite 242 or similar sealant to threads.
TORQUE TO 100 IN. LBS.

(11.2 NM)
Fig. 21 Install Rocker Arms
INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD

1. Place cylinder head gasket over alignment dowels on
cylinder block, Fig. 22.
ALIGNMENT
DOWELS
Fig. 22 Install Cylinder Head Gasket
2. Install cylinder head assembly, Fig. 23.

a. Torque head bolts in sequence shown to 220 in.
lbs. (25.0 Nm).
3. Install push rods. Make sure push rods are inserted in
recess in tappets.
1
3
Fig. 23 Install Cylinder Head Assembly
4. Compress valve springs and insert push rods into recess in rocker arm adjustment screws, Fig. 24.
Fig. 24 Install Push Rods
ADJUST VALVES
1. Set No. 1 cylinder at 1/4 (6.4mm) past TDC, compression stroke.
a. Adjust valves and check, Fig. 25.
Valve Clearance (cold) IN and EX .005 (0.13 mm)
b. Torque jam nut and adjusting screw to 60 in. lbs.
(7.0 Nm).
a. Repeat for No. 2 cylinder.
Fig. 25 Adjust Valve Clearances
3. Install valve covers with new gaskets, Fig. 26.

a. Torque screws to 100 in. lbs. (11.0 Nm)
REASSEMBLE
1. Install No. 1 cylinder shield and fuel pump assembly,
Fig. 27.
a. Torque 1/4-20 screw to 80 in. lbs. (7.0 Nm).
b. Assemble solenoid harness ground wire to #10-24
screw and torque to 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm).
1/4-20
SCREW
#10-24
SCREW
Fig. 27 Install Cylinder Shield
2. Install No. 2 cylinder shield, Fig. 28.

b. Torque #10-24 screw to 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm).
1/4-20
SCREW
#10-24
SCREW
Fig. 28 Install Cylinder Shield
3. Install governor control bracket and assemble governor lever to governor shaft. DO NOT tighten nut at this
time.
a. Torque control bracket screws to 80 in. lbs.
(7.0 Nm).
TORQUE TO 80 IN. LBS. (6.8 NM)
DO NOT TIGHTEN NUT
Fig. 29 Install Governor Control Bracket
4. Install intake manifold and carburetor assembly, using

new gaskets, Fig. 30.
a. Assemble governor link to governor lever.
b. Torque screws to 80 in. lbs. (9.0 Nm).
c. Connect solenoid wire to solenoid.
d. Connect breather tube to air horn.
tube and air horn.
A
C
5. Assemble blower housing to engine.

Assemble air cleaner and install spark plugs.
Fig. 31 Install Blower Housing
ADJUST GOVERNOR
CONTROL
SWIVEL
WARNING: BEFORE STARTING or running engine, static adjustment of the governor must be
completed! Failure to make the static adjustments
first could result in engine overspeeding which
may result in engine damage, property damage or
personal injury.

1. Rotate governor control swivel counter-clockwise as far
as it will go (wide open throttle) and hold in this position.
2. Rotate governor shaft clockwise as far it will go.
Install throttle and choke control cables and check for
proper operation.
Install exhaust manifold.
b. Torque screws to 140 in. lbs. (16.0 Nm).
Note: Exhaust manifold and exhaust system supplied by equipment manufacturer.
10
GOVERNOR
SHAFT
Section 6
Electric Starters
Section Contents
Page
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
TEST EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
TEST STARTER MOTOR
Remove Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Testing Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Starter Motor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Conditions Affecting Starter Motor Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
STARTER DRIVE
Checking Starter Motor Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Disassemble Starter Motor Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assemble Starter Motor Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
DISASSEMBLE STARTER MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Inspect Armature Commutator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Inspect Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ASSEMBLE STARTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Install Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
REPLACE RING GEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
BATTERY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Checking Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Testing Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Battery Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Battery Cable Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
GENERAL INFORMATION
The starter motor uses a gear type engagement method,
similar to an automobile starter. When the starter motor is
activated, the pinion gear engages a ring gear attached to
the engine flywheel and cranks the engine.
The pinion gear and flywheel ring gear are replaceable.
Fig. 1 Starter Motor
9905
TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: If a starting problem is encountered, the engine
itself should be thoroughly checked to eliminate it as the
cause of starting difficulty. It is a good practice to check the
engine for freedom of rotation by removing the spark plugs
and turning the crankshaft over slowly by hand, to be sure it
rotates freely.
WARNING: DO NOT ROTATE ENGINE WITH
ELECTRIC STARTER WITH SPARK PLUGS
REMOVED. ARCING AT THE SPARK PLUG
ENDS MAY IGNITE THE GASOLINE VAPOR
EXITING THE SPARK PLUG HOLE.
Engine Cranks Slowly
a. Additional load affecting performance
(see note above).
b. Discharged battery.
c. Faulty electrical connection (battery circuit).
d. Discharged battery (see alternators).
e. Dirty or worn starter motor commutator,
bearing, weak magnets, etc.
f. Worn brushes or weak brush spring.
g. Wrong oil viscosity for temperature expected.
h. Battery leads too long or wire too small.
i. Battery too small.
Engine Will Not Crank
a. Faulty safety interlocks.
b. Discharged or defective battery.
c. Faulty electrical connections.
d. Faulty starter motor switch (open circuit).
e. Open circuit in starter motor.
f. Brushes sticking, etc.
g. Faulty solenoid.
Starter Motor Spins But Does Not Crank Engine
a. Sticking pinion gear due to dirt.
b. Damaged pinion or ring gear.
c. Starter clutch slipping.
d. Battery faulty or damaged.
e. Incorrect rotation due to reversed motor polarityall motors rotate counterclockwise viewed
from pinion gear.
Starter Motor Spins But Will Not Stop
a. Defective starter switch.
The Digital Multimeter will withstand DC input of 10-20

Amps for up to 30 seconds. When checking current draw of
12 volt starter motors, the DC Shunt, Tool #19359, is
required.
NOTE: The Digital Multimeter is equipped with two fuses to
prevent damage to the meter in the event that the input
limits are exceeded. If the meter displays a reading of 0.00
when testing DC output, check fuses in meter. Refer to
FLUKE Operators Manual for procedure for checking
fuses. Replacement fuse is available from your Briggs &
Stratton source of supply. Order Part No. 19449.
Fig. 2 Digital Multimeter
DC Shunt
Use with Digital Multimeter. The DC Shunt is required when
checking starter motor current draw on 12 volt starter
motors. Order as Tool #19359, Fig. 3.
BLACK
POST
RED
POST
Fig. 3 DC Shunt Tool No. 19359
A tachometer is available from your Briggs & Stratton source

of supply. Order as Tool #19200. The tachometer measures
from 800 to 50,000 RPM, Fig. 4.
TEST EQUIPMENT
The following is a list of equipment recommended to test
and repair starter motors.
Digital Multimeter
The Digital Multimeter is available from your Briggs &
Stratton source of supply. Order as Tool #19357 or #19390.
The meter may be used to read volts, ohms, amperes and
test diodes (rectifiers), Fig. 2.
2
Fig. 4 Tachometer
Test Bracket
A starter motor test bracket may be made as shown in
Fig. 5.
A growler or armature tester is available from an Automobile
Diagnostic service supplier.
DRILL TWO HOLES 3/8

(9.5 MM) DIA.
FOR MOUNTING STARTER
DRILL AND TAP TWO
2-1/4
HOLES
(57.2 MM)
FOR MOUNTING
B&S #19200
TACHOMETER USE #7
DRILL AND TAP HOLE FOR
1/4-20 NC SCREWS
3-1/2
(88.9 MM)
EXTRA HOLE
FOR MOUNTING
STARTER BRACKETS
4
(101.6 MM)
3-1/2
(88.9 MM)
1
(25.4 MM)
METAL STOCK
1/4 (6.4 MM) THICK
STEEL
10
(254 MM)
2
(50.8 MM)
Fig. 5 Test Bracket
TEST STARTER MOTOR

Remove Starter Motor
It is recommended that the starter motor be removed from the engine when testing starter motor performance. Remove rotating
screen and blower housing. Remove two starter motor mounting screws. Assemble starter to test bracket and clamp test bracket
in vise, Fig. 6.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT clamp motor housing in a vise or strike with a steel hammer. Starter motors contain two ceramic
magnets which can be broken or cracked if the motor housing is hit, deformed or dented.
Testing Starter Motor

A fully charged 12 volt battery is required.
1. The DC Shunt MUST be installed on the
negative (-) battery terminal as shown in Fig. 6.
RED TEST LEAD

BLACK TEST FROM METER
LEAD FROM
METER
STARTER
SWITCH
OPTIONAL

receptacle in meter
and connect to RED post terminal on shunt.
receptacle in meter
and connect to BLACK post terminal on shunt.
position.
5. Activate the starter motor and note reading on meter
and tachometer (RPM).
Note: Take reading after meter stabilizes (approximately 2 - 3 seconds).
6. A starter motor in good condition will be within
specifications listed.
Starter Motor Specifications

Minimum RPM:
Maximum Amperes:
6500
35
If 12 volt starter motor does not perform satisfactorily, see

Conditions Affecting Starter Motor Performance.
TACHOMETER
NOTE RPM OF
STARTER MOTOR
Fig. 6 Testing Starter Motor
Conditions Affecting Starter Motor

Performance
1. A binding or seizing condition in the starter motor bearings.
2. A shorted, open or grounded armature.
a. Shorted, armature (wire insulation worn and wires
touching one another). Will be indicated by low or
no RPM.
b. Open armature (wire broken) will be indicated by
low or no RPM and excessive current draw.
c. Grounded armature (wire insulation worn and wire
touching armature lamination or shaft). Will be indicated by excessive current draw or no RPM.
3. A defective starter motor switch.
4. Broken, damaged or weak magnets.
5. Starter drive dirty or binding.
STARTER DRIVE
Checking Starter Motor Drive
When the starter motor is activated, the pinion gear should
engage the flywheel ring gear and crank the engine. If the
starter motor drive does not react properly, inspect the helix
and pinion gear for freedom of operation, Fig. 7.
The pinion gear should be inspected for damaged teeth.
Pinion gear must move freely on helix. The parts may be
washed in a solvent such as Stanisol or Varsol .
Fig. 7 Starter Drive
Disassemble Starter Motor Drive
DRIVE PINS
RETAINER
TOOL # 19436
WARNING: TO PREVENT EYE INJURY always

wear eye protection when removing C-ring.
1. Place counterbore side of Tool #19436 over retainer and
align drive pins with open end of C-Ring, Fig. 8.
Important: If retainer has a notch as shown, DO NOT align
drive pins with notch. If necessary, rotate notch away from
open end of C-Ring.
2. Place palm of hand over tool and push down evenly on
tool to compress spring washer.
3. While applying pressure, turn knurled knob clockwise
until C-Ring pops off. Discard C-Ring.
4. Remove retainer, return spring, spring washer, pinion
gear, and starter clutch.
DO NOT ALIGN DRIVE

PINS WITH NOTCH
Fig. 8 Removing C-Ring
Assemble Starter Drive
RETAINER
1. Assemble clutch drive to starter shaft and rotate clutch

until it drops into place, Fig. 9.
2. Install pinion gear with beveled side of teeth up. Then
install return spring making sure spring is in recess of
starter gear.
3. Install spring washer with concave side up. Install retainer.
CLUTCH
DRIVE
SPRING
WASHER
RETURN
SPRING
PINION
GEAR
Fig. 9 Assemble Starter Drive
4. Place C-Ring over chamfered end of shaft. Align one of

the slots of Tool #19435 with open end of C-Ring.
5. Press or drive C-Ring on until it snaps into groove in
shaft, Fig. 10.
TOOL
#19435
SLOT
C-RING
Fig. 10 Install C-Ring
DISASSEMBLE STARTER MOTOR

C-RING
RETAINER
See Fig. 11 for exploded view of starter motor.

To aid in reassembly, scribe a mark on drive end cap and
starter housing for alignment purposes.
1. Remove thru bolts.
2. Remove drive end cap assembly
Replace drive end cap if bushing is worn or damaged.
RETURN
SPRING
SPRING
WASHER
GEAR
CLUTCH
DRIVE
THRUST
WASHER
DRIVE END CAP
SPRING
WASHER
ARMATURE
THRU
BOLT
HOUSING
END CAP
BRUSH RETAINER
Fig. 11 Exploded View
3. Hold the armature and commutator end cap against a

work surface while sliding housing off the armature,
Fig. 12.
NOTE: This allows the brush retainer to remain assembled
to commutator for inspection of brush to commutator
contact.
4. Remove end cap and brush retainer with brushes.
Replace end cap if bushing is worn or damaged.
HOLD
ARMATURE
DOWN
SLIDE HOUSING
UP
Fig. 12 Removing Armature
Inspect Armature Commutator

1.230 MINIMUM
The armature commutator may be cleaned with fine

sandpaper. DO NOT use emery cloth. Commutator may be
machined to no less than 1.230 (31.24 mm), Fig. 13.
Slots between commutator bars should be cleaned with a
hack saw blade after cleaning or machining, Fig. 13. The
slots can also be cleaned using an aerosol carburetor
cleaner or compressed air.
The armature should be checked for shorts with a growler.
Fig. 13 Inspect Commutator
Inspect Brushes
The brushes should be checked for proper seating, weak
brush springs, dirt, oil or corrosion. Brush spring pressure
should be strong enough to ensure good brush contact with
armature. Check to be sure brushes are not sticking in their
holders.
Minimum brush dimension is 1/4 (6 mm), Fig. 14.
NORMAL
LENGTH,
NEW
1/4 (6 MM)
OR LESS
REPLACE
Fig. 14 Inspect Brushes
ASSEMBLE STARTER MOTOR

1. Assemble brushes in their proper holders.
Note: Brush retainers may made using Part. No, 26634
control wire as shown in Fig. 15.
2. Assemble brush retainer to commutator and remove
brush retainers.
a. Assemble end cap to armature shaft.
NEGATIVE BRUSHES
POSITIVE BRUSHES
MAKE FROM 26634

CONTROL WIRE
1/2
(12.7 MM)
1/2
3/4
(19 MM)
Fig. 15 Assemble Brushes
3. Hold armature and end cap against work surface.

4. Slide housing over armature, aligning notch in housing
with terminal on brush retainer, Fig. 16.
HOLD
ARMATURE
DOWN
ALIGN NOTCH
WITH TERMINAL
Fig. 16 Install Starter Housing
5. Assemble spring washer and thrust washer to armature

shaft and install drive end cap, Fig. 17.
a. Torque thru bolts to 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm).
6. Install starter drive.
THRUST
WASHER
SPRING
WASHER
Install Starter Motor

Install starter motor and torque screws to 140 in. lbs. (16.0
Nm).
Fig. 17 Install Drive End Cap
REPLACE RING GEAR
FILE OR GRIND OFF

RIVET HEADS FROM
THIS SIDE
File or grind off rivet heads from top side of flywheel,

Fig. 18. Then, drive out rivets with 3/16 punch. Pry off old
ring gear.
Carefully align holes in ring gear with holes in flywheel. Use
a flat plate and press on new ring gear. Then fasten new
ring gear to flywheel using screws and locknuts provided
with new gear, Fig. 18.
SCREWS
RING GEAR
LOCK NUT
Fig. 18 Replacing Ring Gear
BATTERY INFORMATION
The battery used to operate starter motors on Briggs &
Stratton Twin Cylinder engines is 12 volt, lead acid, wet cell
type. This type is available as a wet charge or dry charge
battery. The wet charged maintenance-free battery is filled
with electrolyte and sealed at the time of manufacture. The
level of electrolyte cannot be checked.
The dry charge battery is manufactured with fully charged
plates. Electrolyte must be added at the time that the battery
is placed in service. Before activating a dry charge battery,
read and follow the manufacturers recommended procedure.
ANTI-AFTERFIRE
SOLENOID
ALTERNATOR
STOP
SWITCH
KEY SWITCH
AC
OUTPUT
WIRES
DC OUTPUT
WIRE
REGULATOR
RECTIFIER
SOLENOID TAB
TERMINAL
STARTER
TERMINAL
WARNING: WEAR EYE PROTECTION when

servicing the battery! Avoid skin contact! If contact
does occur, flush with cold water and consult a
physician.
HEAD
LIGHT
SWITCH
HEAD
LIGHTS
CAUTION: BEFORE SERVICING BATTERY, disconnect negative (-) battery cable first, then
positive (+) cable second. Arcing can occur when
improperly disconnecting cables which could
cause a fire.
WARNING: BATTERIES PRODUCE HYDROGEN, AN EXPLOSIVE GAS! Do not store or

charge a battery near an open flame or devices
which utilize a pilot light or can create a spark
igniting a fire or explosion.
Installation:
1. Before installing battery, connect all equipment to be
operated.
2. Place battery in holder with flat base. Tighten holder
down evenly until snug. DO NOT overtighten.
3. Connect positive terminal to positive post FIRST to prevent sparks from accidental grounding. Tighten connectors securely.
4. Install protective cover over positive battery terminal
ends.
5. Then, connect negative terminal to negative battery
terminal. Tighten connectors securely.
SOLENOID
BATTERY
TERMINAL
+
12 VOLT
BATTERY
STARTER
MOTOR
Fig. 19 Typical 12 V Wiring Diagram
Checking Battery
1. Physical check clean if necessary.

a. Corrosion
b. Dirt
c. Terminal and clamps
(secure good condition)
2. Bring battery to full charge.
DO NOT EXCEED CHARGE RATE of 1/10 AMPERE for
every ampere of battery rating! CONSULT BATTERY
MANUFACTURER for CHARGE RECOMMENDATIONS.
Overcharging may cause battery failure.
a. Use a taper charge (automatically reduces charge
rate).
b. Fill battery cells with distilled water or tap water after
charging (for batteries that have been in service).
NOTE: If battery gets Hot to the touch or is spitting acid
(gassing) excessively, unplug charger periodically.
3. With battery fully charged, check specific gravity readings
of each cell with a Battery Hydrometer and record readings (Fig. 20). All readings should be above 1.250 (compensating for temperature). If specific gravity readings
varied .50 or if all cells read less than 1.225, replace battery.
CHECK ALL
CELLS AFTER
CHARGING
USE TEMPERATURE
COMPENSATED
HYDROMETER
DO NOT CRANK STARTER for more than 15 SECONDS

without allowing starter to COOL at least 2 MINUTES. The
starter motor could be damaged.
Battery Recommendations
REPLACE IF
READINGS ARE
BELOW 1.225
OR IF CELLS
VARY BY MORE
THAN .50
Fig. 20 Checking 12 V Battery Cells

(Lead Acid, Wet Cell,With Fill Caps)
Testing Battery
Use Digital Multimeter, Tool #19464.
Set meter to read DC Volts.
Attach RED meter test clip to positive (+) battery terminal.
Attach BLACK meter test lead to negative (-) battery
terminal. With ignition switch OFF, press starter button. If
ignition switch and starter switch are the same switch,
disconnect wires from spark plugs and ground ignition
using two Ignition Testers, Tool #19368. Turn switch to
START. METER SHOULD DISPLAY 9 VOLTS OR MORE
WHILE CRANKING ENGINE. If less than 9 volts, replace
battery.
These battery size recommendations are based on

minimum temperature expected and correct weight of oil
being used. See Section 1.
30 Amp. Hr. +20 F (6 C) or higher
40 Amp. Hr. -5 F (20 C) or higher
50 Amp. Hr. -15 F (26 C) or higher
Battery Cable Recommendations

These cable sizes are based on total length of cable from
battery positive post to starter switch or solenoid, and to
starter plus ground return to battery negative post.
#6 AWG 4 ft. (1.21 m) or less
Section 7
ALTERNATORS
Section Contents
Page
ALTERNATOR IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FLYWHEEL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
TEST EQUIPMENT
Digital Multimeter And DC Shunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ALTERNATOR OUTPUT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
AC ONLY ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AC Output Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
DC ONLY ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Alternator Output Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Diode Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
DUAL CIRCUIT ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Diode Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
AC Output Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TRI-CIRCUIT ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Diode Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Charging Circuit (Red Wire) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Lighting Circuit (White Wire) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5 & 9 AMP REGULATED ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Testing Regulator-Rectifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
10 & 16 AMP REGULATED ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Alternator Output Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Test Regulator-Rectifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Testing Regulator-Rectifier 10 Amp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Testing Regulator-Rectifier 16 Amp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Regulator-Rectifier With Charge Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Checking Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SPECIFICATION TABLES
Table No. 1 Alternator Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Table No. 2 Flywheel Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
9905
The alternator systems installed on Briggs & Stratton Intek OHV-Twin Cylinder Engines can easily be identified by the color of
the stator output wires and the connector.
Table No. 1 provides a means of identifying the various alternator systems. Note: All output figures are rated at 3600 RPM.
TABLE NO. 1
Fig.
Alternator Stator Output

Type
Wire(s) Color
Connector
Color
Alternator Output
(at 3600 RPM)
14 Volts AC (Lights)
Unregulated
Test
Page
AC Only
Black
White
DC Only
Red
Red
2 4 Amps + DC (Charging)
Unregulated
Dual
Circuit
Red
Black
White
2 4 Amps + DC (Charging)
Unregulated
14 Volts AC (Lights)
Unregulated
Tri-Circuit
Black
Green
5 Amps + DC (Charging)
5 Amps DC (Lights)
Regulated
5 Amp
Black
Green
* 1-5 Amps + DC (Charging)

* Regulated
10
Regulated
9 Amp
Black
Green

* Regulated
10
Regulated
10 Amp
2-Black
Yellow

* Regulated
11
Regulated
16 Amp
2-Black
Yellow

* Regulated
12
* Alternator output is determined by flywheel alternator magnet size.

STATOR
ASSEMBLY
ONE BLACK LEAD

FROM STATOR
STATOR ASSEMBLY
ONE RED LEAD
FROM STATOR
RED CONNECTOR
OUTPUT LEAD
WHITE CONNECTOR
OUTPUT LEAD
14 Volts AC for lighting circuit.

One black lead from stator.
White connector output lead.
Fig. 1 AC Only Stator
DIODE
3 amp DC unregulated for charging battery.

One red lead from stator.
Diode encased at connector.
Red connector output lead.
Fig. 2 DC Only Stator
BLACK LEAD
AC OUTPUT
RED LEAD
DC OUTPUT
GREEN
CONNECTOR
BLACK
LEAD
STATOR
ASSEMBLY
GREEN
CONNECTOR
YELLOW
WIRE
STATOR
ASSEMBLY
DC CHARGING CIRCUIT
RED LEAD
WHITE LEAD AC FOR LIGHTS
RED
CONNECTOR
WHITE CONNECTOR
3 amp DC unregulated for charging battery (ONE

red lead from stator).
14 Volts AC for lighting circuit
(ONE black lead from stator).
Diode encased at connector.
White connector with two pin terminals.
REGULATOR
RECTIFIER
5 or 9 amp DC regulated for charging battery.

Alternator output (5 or 9 amp) is determined by flywheel alternator magnet size.
Uses same stator as Tri-Circuit system.
Green connector.
Fig. 3 Dual Circuit Stator
Fig. 5 5 or 9 Amp Regulated Stator
STATOR ASSEMBLY
ONE BLACK
LEAD
5 AMPS DC (-)
TO LIGHTS
WHITE LEAD
TWO DIODES ENCASED IN WIRE HARNESS
RED LEAD 5 AMPS DC (+)

TO BATTERY AND CLUTCH CIRCUIT
GREEN
CONNECTOR
10 amp AC.
Green connector.
Two diodes encased in wire harness.
Red and white output leads.
Fig. 4 Tri-Circuit Stator
STATOR ASSEMBLY
RED CONNECTOR OUTPUT LEAD
ONE RED
LEAD
ALTERNATOR
MAGNETS
TWO BLACK
LEADS
REGULATOR
RECTIFIER
YELLOW CONNECTOR
TWO YELLOW
LEADS
10 or 16 amp DC regulated for

charging battery.
Two black leads from stator.
Yellow connector with two pin terminals.
Two yellow leads to regulator-rectifier.
One red lead from regulator-rectifier to red
connector output lead.
10 and 16 amp system use the same stator,
color coding and regulator-rectifier.
Alternator output is determined by the flywheel alternator magnet size.
Fig. 6 10 or 16 Amp Regulated Stator
Flywheel Identification
Fig. 7 Alternator Magnets
Small Magnet
22 mm x 17 mm (7/8 x 21/32)
Large Magnet
22 mm x 23 mm (7/8 x 29/32)
Table 2 identifies the magnet size to be used with a specific
alternator system.
TABLE NO. 2
Alternator
Small
Magnet
AC Only
DC Only
Dual Circuit
Tri-Circuit
Regulated 5 AMP
Intek OHV-Twin Cylinder Flywheels have a single ring of

magnets which provide the magnetic field for the various
alternator systems. There are two (2) sizes of alternator
magnets. The size of the magnet determines the alternator
output Fig. 7.
Large
Magnet
D
D
Regulated 9 AMP
Regulated 10 AMP
Regulated 16 AMP
D
D
NOTE: Large magnet flywheels cannot be used with the

AC only, DC only, Dual Circuit and Tri-Circuit alternator
systems.
The following list is provided to aid you in diagnosing problems with alternator systems.
TROUBLESHOOTING
COMPLAINT
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Battery not charging
Engine RPM too low.

Inline fuse blown (if equipped).
Defective battery.
Loose, pinched, or corroded battery ground leads.
Loose, pinched, or corroded battery charge leads.
Open, shorted, or grounded wires between output connector and battery.
Defective diode (open or shorted).
Defective or improperly grounded regulator-rectifier.
Diode installed incorrectly (reversed).
Damaged battery (shorted battery cells).
Excessive current draw from accessories.
Low magnetic flux or damaged alternator magnets.
Battery in state of
overcharge
Severe battery vibration (missing or broken tie-down straps).

Battery rate of charge not matched to alternator output.
Damaged battery (shorted battery cells).
Defective regulator.
One OHM resistor shorted or grounded (Tri-Circuit system only).
Headlamps not working

Defective headlamps.
Loose or corroded wires.
Open, shorted or grounded wires between output connector and headlamps.
Light switch defective.
Defective diode Tri-Circuit system (open or shorted white output lead side).
Electric clutch not working

(Tri-Circuit Alternator)

Loose or corroded wires.
Open, shorted or grounded wires between output connector and electric clutch.
Defective diode (open or shorted-red output lead side).
NOTE: Battery will also not charge.
Defective electric clutch switch.
Open, shorted or grounded clutch circuit.
TEST EQUIPMENT
Testing Alternator Output
The following equipment is recommended to test and

repair alternators.
When checking alternators, make the tests in the following

sequence.
1. Test alternator output.
2. Test diode(s) or regulator, rectifier (if equipped).
Digital Multimeter
The Digital Multimeter is available from your Briggs &
Stratton source of supply. Order as Tool #19464. The meter
may be used to read volts, ohms or amperes, and test
diodes, when leads are inserted in the appropriate
receptacle, Fig. 8.
The Digital Multimeter will withstand DC input of 10-20
amps for up to 30 seconds. When checking DC output on
16 and 20 amp regulated system, use the DC shunt, Tool
#19468, to avoid blowing fuse in meter, Fig. 9.
NOTE: The Digital Multimeter is equipped with two fuses to
prevent damage to the meter in the event that the input
limits are exceeded. If the meter displays a reading of 0.00
), check fuses in meter.
when testing DC output (
Refer to FLUKE Operators Manual for procedure for
checking fuses. Replacement fuse is available from your
Briggs & Stratton source of supply. Order Part No. 19449 or
19571.
Fig. 8 Digital Multimeter
DC ONLY ALTERNATOR
The DC alternator provides DC current for charging a 12
volt battery. The current from the alternator is unregulated
and is rated at 3 amps. The output rises from 2 amps at
2400 RPM, to 3 amps at 3600 RPM.
Recommended battery sizes range from 30 ampere hour for
warm temperature service to 50 ampere hour in coldest
service.
WHEN CHECKING ALTERNATOR COMPONENTS,
MAKE THE TEST IN THE FOLLOWING SEQUENCE:
new art
Alternator Output Test

Fig. 9 DC Shunt Tool No. 19468
NOTE: Before testing the alternators output (volts, amps),

first use an accurate tachometer and temporarily adjust the
engine speed to 3600 RPM.
WARNING: UPON COMPLETION of the alternator output test, always readjust the engine rpm to
its correct top no load governed speed! Otherwise
engine may exceed safe operating speed which
could cause personal injury. Correct speed is
found in the Service Engine Sales Manual Microfiche, MS-6225 or the Service Sales Manual,
MS-4052.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Insert RED test lead into 10 A receptacle in meter.

Insert BLACK test lead into
Rotate selector to
(DC amps) position.
Attach RED test lead clip to DC output terminal, Fig. 11.
Attach BLACK test lead clip to positive (+) battery terminal.
6. With engine running at 3600 RPM, output should be between 2-4 amps DC.
a. Output will vary with battery voltage. If battery voltage is at its maximum, output will be approximately
2 amps.
7. If no or low output is found, test diode.
RED TEST LEAD TO
OUTPUT PIN TERMINAL
AC ONLY ALTERNATOR
The AC alternator provides current for headlights only.
Current for the lights is available as long as the engine is
running. The output depends upon engine speed. 12 volt
lights with a total rating of 60 to 100 watts may be used. With
lights rated at 70 watts, the voltage rises from 8 volts at 2400
RPM to 12 volts at 3600 RPM, so the brightness of the light
changes with the engine speed.
AC Output Test
1.
2.
3.
4.
Insert RED test lead into

Rotate selector to
(AC volts) position.
Attach RED test lead clip to AC output terminal, Fig. 10.
WHITE
CONNECTOR
BLACK TEST LEAD

TO POSITIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
THE BATTERY MUST BE IN

GOOD CONDITION FOR
THIS TEST
Fig. 11 Testing DC Output
Diode Test
(shorted diode). An incomplete circuit (open diode) will be
displayed as OL.
RED TEST LEAD

TO OUTPUT
PIN TERMINAL
BLACK TEST LEAD TO A GOOD

GROUND SURFACE
Fig. 10 Testing AC Output
5. Attach BLACK test lead clip to engine ground.

6. With engine running at 3600 RPM, AC output should be
no less than 14 volts.
7. If no or low output is found, replace the stator.
4. Attach RED test lead clip to point A and BLACK test lead
clip to point B, Fig. 12. (It may be necessary to pierce
wire with a pin as shown.)
b. If meter makes a continuous tone, diode is defective (shorted). Replace diode.
c. If meter displays OL, proceed to step 5.
5. Reverse test leads.
a. If meter Beeps once, diode is installed backwards. Replace diode.

b. If meter still displays OL, diode is defective
(open). Replace diode.
6. If diode tests OK, check stator for bare wires or other
obvious defects. If grounded leads are not visible, replace the stator.
BLACK TEST
LEAD POSITIVE
BATTERY
TERMINAL
RED TEST LEAD TO

DC OUTPUT PIN
THE BATTERY MUST BE IN GOOD

CONDITION FOR THIS TEST
BLACK LEAD
RED LEAD
OUTPUT
LEAD
FROM
STATOR
Fig. 12 Testing Diode
NOTE: Service replacement diode harnesses are available. Use Resin Core solder when installing new harness.
Use shrink tubing or tape all connections. DO NOT USE
CRIMP CONNECTORS.
DUAL CIRCUIT ALTERNATOR

Dual circuit alternators use a single polarized plug with two
pins. One pin is for charging the battery and the second is
for the AC light circuit.
The dual circuit alternator provides DC current for battery
charging and an independent AC circuit for headlights. The
battery is not used for lights, so lights are available even if
battery is disconnected or removed.
Current for lights is available as long as the engine is
running. The output depends upon engine speed, so
brightness of the lights changes with engine speed. 12 volt
lights with a total rating of 60 to 100 watts may be used.
With lights rated at 70 watts, the voltage rises from 8 volts at
2400 RPM to 12 volts at 3600 RPM.
The current from the DC side of the alternator is
unregulated and is rated at 3 amps. The output rises from 2
amps at 2400 RPM to 3 amps at 3600 RPM.

1.
2.
3.
4.
Insert RED test lead into 10 A receptacle in meter.

Rotate selector to
(DC amps) position.
Attach RED test lead clip to DC output pin in connector,
Fig. 13.
RED WIRE
AC
OUTPUT
PIN
RAISED RIB ON
CONNECTOR INDICATES
DC OUTPUT PIN SIDE
DC
OUTPUT
PIN
Fig. 13 Testing DC Output
5. Attach BLACK test lead clip to positive (+) battery terminal.

6. With engine running at 3600 RPM output should be between 2-4 amps DC.
a. Output will vary with battery voltage. If battery voltage is at its maximum, output will be approximately
2 amps.
7. If no output or low output is found, test diode.
Diode Test
displayed as OL.

4. Attach RED test lead clip to point A and BLACK test
lead clip to point B, Fig. 14. (It may be necessary to
pierce wire with a pin as shown.)
b. If meter makes a continuous tone, diode is defective (shorted). Replace diode.
a. If meter Beeps once, diode is installed backwards. Replace diode.
(open). Replace diode.
6. If diode tests OK, check stator for bare wires or other

obvious defects. If grounded leads are not visible, replace the stator.
RED
LEAD
RED
WIRE
NOTE: Some equipment manufacturers supply the diodes

as an integral part of the equipment wiring harness.
Some equipment manufacturers use a 1 OHM 20 WATT
resistor placed in series with (+) DC charging lead, limiting
the charging current to approximately 3 amps when the
clutch is not engaged. When the clutch is engaged the
resistor is bypassed allowing full output to the battery and
clutch.
NOTE: The 1 OHM 20 WATT resistor is supplied by the
equipment manufacturer.
The battery is not used for the lights, so lights are available
even if the battery is disconnected or removed. Current for
the lights is available as long as the engine is running. The
output depends upon engine RPM, so the brightness of the
lights changes with engine speed.
Fig. 14 Testing Diode
NOTE: Service replacement diode harnessers are available. Use Resin Core solder when installing new harness.
Use shrink tubing or tape all connections. DO NOT USE
CRIMP CONNECTORS.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Rotate selector to
Attach RED test lead clip to output terminal, Fig. 16.
AC Output Test
1.
2.
3.
4.

Rotate selector to
Attach RED test lead clip to AC output terminal, Fig. 15.
BLACK TEST CLIP
TO A GOOD
GROUND SURFACE
RED TEST LEAD

TO AC OUTPUT PIN
(GREEN CONNECTOR)
BLACK TEST LEAD

TO A GOOD GROUND
SURFACE
Fig. 16 Testing Alternator Output
RED TEST CLIP

TO AC OUTPUT
PIN

6. With engine running at 3600 RPM output should be no
less than 14 volts AC.
7. If no output or low output is found, replace stator.
TRI-CIRCUIT ALTERNATOR
The tri-circuit alternator provides alternating current
through a single output lead and connector to a wiring
harness containing two diodes.
One diode rectifies the AC current to 5 amps negative (-)
DC for lights. The second diode rectifies the AC current to 5
amps positive (+) DC for battery charging and external
loads, such as an electric clutch.

6. With engine running at 3600 RPM, output should be no
less than 28 volts AC.
7. If no output or low output is found, replace stator.
8. If alternator output is good, test diodes located in wiring
harness.
Diode Test
NOTE: One diode is for the charging circuit and the other
diode is for the lighting circuit.
displayed as OL.
Charging Circuit (Red Wire)

4. Attach BLACK test lead clip to point A, (red wire)
Fig. 17. (It may be necessary to pierce wire with a pin as
shown.)
5. Insert RED test lead probe into harness connector.
b. If meter makes a continuous tone, diode is defective (shorted). Replace harness.
a. If meter Beeps once, diode is installed backwards. Replace harness.
(open). Replace harness.
WHITE WIRE
A
BLACK LEAD
RED
LEAD
Fig. 18 Diode Testing Lighting Circuit

BLACK LEAD
NOTE: Service replacement diode harnesses are available.
5 & 9 AMP REGULATED ALTERNATOR

RED WIRE
RED
LEAD
Fig. 17 Diode Testing Charging Circuit
Lighting Circuit (White Wire)


4. Attach RED test lead clip to point A, (white wire)
Fig. 18. (It may be necessary to pierce wire with a pin as
shown.)
5. Insert BLACK test lead probe into harness connector.
b. If meter makes a continuous tone, diode is defective (shorted). Replace harness.
a. If meter Beeps once, diode is installed backwards. Replace harness.
(open). Replace harness.
The 5 & 9 amp regulated alternator systems provide AC

current through a single lead to the regulator-rectifier. The
regulator-rectifier converts the AC current to DC and
regulates current to the battery. The charging rate will vary
with engine RPM and temperature.
Alternator output (5 or 9 amp) is determined by the flywheel
alternator magnet size. The stator and regulator-rectifier are
the same for the 5 and 9 amp system.
The 5 & 9 amp regulated system and the Tri-Circuit system
use the same stator.
WHEN CHECKING ALTERNATOR COMPONENTS,
MAKE TESTS IN THE FOLLOWING SEQUENCE:

Temporarily, disconnect stator wire harness from regulator-rectifier.
4. Attach RED test lead clip to output terminal, Fig. 19.
RED TEST LEAD TO AC OUTPUT PIN

(GREEN CONNECTOR)
* Depending upon battery voltage. For example, if the

battery voltage was below 11 volts, the output reading
would be 5 or 9 amps, depending upon the alternator
system being tested. If battery voltage is at its maximum,
the amperage will be less.
7. If no or low output is found, be sure that regulator- rectifier is grounded properly and all connections are clean
and secure. If there is still no or low output, replace the
regulator-rectifier.
10 & 16 AMP REGULATED ALTERNATOR

BLACK TEST LEAD TO A GOOD GROUND SURFACE

6. With the engine running at 3600 RPM, AC output
should be no less than:
28 Volts AC 5 Amp System
40 Volts AC 9 Amp System
7. If no or low output is found, replace the stator.
Test Regulator-Rectifier
NOTE: Regulator-rectifier will not function unless it is
grounded to engine. Make sure the regulator-rectifier is
securely mounted to engine.
When testing regulator-rectifier for amperage output, a 12
volt battery with a minimum charge of 5 volts is required.
There will be no charging output if battery voltage is below 5
volts.
NOTE: Connect test leads before starting engine. Be sure
connections are secure. If a test lead vibrates loose while
engine is running, the regulator-rectifier may be damaged.
Connect stator wire harness to regulator-rectifier.
1. Insert RED test lead into 10 A receptacle in meter.
(DC amps) position.
4. Attach RED test lead clip to red DC output terminal on
regulator-rectifier, Fig. 20.
The 10 or 16 amp regulated alternator system provides

AC current through two output leads to the regulator-rectifier. The regulator-rectifier converts the AC current to DC,
and regulates the current to the battery. The charging rate
will vary with engine RPM and temperature.
Alternator output (10 or 16 amp) is determined by flywheel
alternator magnet size. Therefore, stator and regulatorrectifier are the same for the 10 and 16 amp system.
WHEN CHECKING THE ALTERNATOR COMPONENTS,
MAKE THE TESTS IN THE FOLLOWING SEQUENCE:

Temporarily, disconnect stator wire harness from regulator-rectifier.
4. Insert RED and BLACK test lead probes into output
terminals in yellow connector, as shown in Fig. 21.
(Meter test clip leads may be attached to either terminal.)
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
RED TEST LEAD
YELLOW CONNECTOR
BLACK
TEST LEAD
RED TEST
LEAD
AC OUTPUT PINS

BLACK TEST LEAD
POSITIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
RED DC OUTPUT
CONNECTOR
Fig. 20 Testing Regulator-Rectifier

6. With the engine running at 3600 RPM. The output
should be:
* 3 5 Amps 5 Amp System
10
5. With the engine running at 3600 RPM output should be

no less than:
*20 Volts 10 Amp System
*30 Volts 16 amp System
*If alternator output test indicates a 16 amp system, see
special instructions for testing regulator-rectifier.
6. If no or low output is found. check for bare wires or any
other obvious defects. If shorted leads are not visible,
replace the stator.
Test Regulator-Rectifier
NOTE: The Digital Multimeter will withstand DC input of
10-20 amps for up to 30 seconds. When checking DC output
on 16 amp regulated system, use DC Shunt, Tool #19468, to
avoid blowing fuse in meter. See special instructions for
installation procedure on 16 amp system.
NOTE: Regulator-rectifier will not function unless it is
grounded to engine. Make sure the regulator-rectifier is
securely mounted to engine.
When testing regulator-rectifier for amperage output, a 12
volt battery with a minimum charge of 5 volts is required.
There will be no charging output if battery voltage is below
5 volts.
NOTE: Connect test leads before starting engine. Be sure
connections are secure. If a test lead vibrates loose while
engine is running, the regulator-rectifier may be damaged.
The DC Shunt must be installed on the negative (-)

terminal of the battery, Fig. 23. All connections must be
clean and tight for correct amperage readings.
1. Install shunt on negative battery terminal.
receptacle in meter and
insert into RED terminal on shunt, Fig. 23.
receptacle in meter
and insert into BLACK terminal on shunt.
BLACK TEST
LEAD
position.
BLACK
TERMINAL
RED TEST
LEAD
Testing Regulator-Rectifier 10 Amp System

1. Insert RED test lead into 10 A receptacle in meter.
(DC amp) position.
4. Attach RED test lead clip to red DC output terminal on
regulator-rectifier, Fig. 22.
BLACK TEST LEAD

TO POSITIVE
BATTERY TERMINAL
RED DC OUTPUT
CONNECTOR
RED TEST
LEAD
DC SHUNT #19359
RED TERMINAL
Fig. 23 Testing Regulator-Rectifier 16 Amp

System With DC Shunt
5. With the engine running at 3600 RPM, the output

should be:
* Depending upon battery voltage. For example, if the
would be 16 amps. If battery voltage is at its maximum, the
amperage will be less.
6. If no or low output is found, be sure that regulator-rectifier is grounded properly and all connections are clean
Fig. 22 Testing Regulator-Rectifier

6. With the engine running at 3600 RPM. The output
should be:
*Depending upon battery voltage. For example, if the
would be 10 amps. If battery voltage is at its maximum, the
amperage will be less.
7. If no or low output is found, be sure that regulator-rectifier is grounded properly and all connections are clean
Testing Regulator-Rectifier 16 Amp System
To avoid blowing fuse in meter when testing DC output of 16

amp system the DC Shunt, Tool #19468 is required.
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Regulator-Rectifier With Charge Indicator

Regulator-rectifier Part #493219, Fig. 24, is used by some
equipment manufacturers that have a charging indicator
light instead of an ammeter. In addition to the red DC output
wire, the regulator-rectifier is equipped with a blue wire
which is used to activate a charging indicator light when
battery voltage is below 12 volts.
The charging indicator light should light when the key
switch is in the ON position; engine not running. With
engine running, the charging indicator light should go out,
indicating that the charging circuit is operating, providing
that battery voltage is above 12 volts.
The charge indicator light and all wiring is supplied by the
equipment manufacturer. See typical wiring diagram,
page 13.
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DC charging output values and test procedures are the

same as those listed for the 10 amp or 16 amp system.
RED WIRE
AND RAISED RIB
INDICATES
DC OUTPUT
BLUE WIRE
CHARGING
INDICATOR
WHITE OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Fig. 24 493219 Regulator/ Rectifier
TYPICAL 16 AMP REGULATED ALTERNATOR

WIRING DIAGRAM 6 POLE SWITCH
WITH CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT
ALTERNATOR
ANTI-AFTERFIRE
SOLENOID
STOP
SWITCH
KEY SWITCH
CHARGE
INDICATOR
LIGHT
3
4
AC OUTPUT
WIRES
BLUE WIRE
REGULATOR
RECTIFIER
RED WIRE
DC OUTPUT
RAISED RIB
SOLENOID TAB
TERMINAL
BATTERY
TERMINAL
STARTER
TERMINAL
HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT
SWITCH
SOLENOID
+
STARTER MOTOR
12 VOLT BATTERY
Key Switch Test

Switch Position
1. OFF
2. RUN
3. START
Continuity
*1 + 3 + 6
*2 + 5 + 6
*2 + 4 + 5
* TERMINAL 1 GROUNDED INTERNALLY TO KEY SWITCH CASE
Terminal No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Function
To Ground (used only with insulated panel)
To Carburetor Solenoid
To Stop Switch Terminal On Engine
To Solenoid (tab terminal)
To Battery (battery terminal on solenoid)
To Alternator (DC Output)
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Testing Charge Indicator
BATTERIES
It is important that the test procedure be done in a

systematic manner to identify whether the problem is related
to the regulator/rectifier or the charging indicator wiring
system. Follow test procedure in the sequence listed.
A known good battery is required for this test.
BEFORE TESTING THE CHARGING INDICATOR SYSTEM, TEST THE ALTERNATOR AND REGULATOR/RECTIFIER FOR CORRECT OUTPUT.
NOTE: Output values are the same as the 10 amp and 16
amp system.
Symptom: Charge Indicator Light Will Not Light Key
Switch On Engine Not Running
A jumper wire is required for this test.
Make sure key switch is in OFF position before connecting
jumper wire.
IMPORTANT: Before disconnecting output harness from
connector, mark or identify the charging indicator wire in
the output harness. If jumper wire contacts charging output
wire during test, while key switch is in ON position, wiring
harness may be damaged.
1. Disconnect output harness at white connector.
2. Attach one end of jumper wire to a good ground.
3. Attach other end of jumper wire to charge indicator terminal in harness connector, Fig. 25.
a. Turn keyswitch to ON position.
b. If bulb lights, charge indicator wiring system is OK.
Replace regulator/rectifier.
c. If bulb does not light, replace bulb.
d. If new bulb does not light, the problem must be a
broken wire (open circuit) in charging indicator circuit. Refer to typical wiring diagram, page 13.
The battery is of the 12 volt, lead acid, wet cell type. This
type is available as a maintenance free or a dry charged
battery.
The maintenance-free battery is filled with electrolyte at the
time of manufacture. The level of electrolyte cannot be
checked, Fig. 26.
ON
WHITE
CONNECTOR
BULB
Fig. 26 Typical Wet Charge Battery
The dry charged battery is manufactured with fully charged

plates. Electrolyte must be added at the time that the battery
is placed in service. Before activating a dry charged battery,
read and follow the manufacturers recommended procedure.
Recommended battery sizes range from a minimum 30
ampere hour for warm temperature service to 50 ampere
hour in coldest service.
WARNING: BATTERIES PRODUCE HYDROGEN, AN EXPLOSIVE GAS. Do not store, charge

or use a battery near an open flame or devices
which utilize a pilot light or can create a spark.
Installation
CHARGE
INDICATOR
WIRE
TERMINAL
OUTPUT
HARNESS
JUMPER
WIRE
Fig. 25 Testing Charge Indicator
Symptom:
Charge Indicator Light Stays

On Engine Running
NOTE: Indicator light will remain on if battery voltage is

below 12 volts.
1. Check indicator light wiring.
a. If wiring is grounded, light will remain on when engine is running.
b. If wiring is OK, replace regulator/rectifier.
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1. Before installing battery, connect all equipment to be

operated. Fig. 27.
2. Place battery in holder with a flat base. Tighten hold
downs evenly until snug. DO NOT overtighten.
3. Connect positive terminal to positive post FIRST to prevent sparks from accidental grounding. Tighten connectors securely.
4. Install protective cover over positive battery terminal
ends.
5. Connect negative terminal to negative battery terminal.
Tighten connectors securely.
CHECK ALL CELLS AFTER CHARGING

ANTI-AFTERFIRE
SOLENOID
ALTERNATOR
STOP
SWITCH
KEY SWITCH
AC
OUTPUT
WIRES
DC OUTPUT
WIRE
USE TEMPERATURE
COMPENSATED
HYDROMETER
REPLACE IF READINGS
ARE BELOW 1.225 OR IF
CELLS VARY BY MORE
THAN .50
6
REGULATOR
RECTIFIER
SOLENOID TAB
TERMINAL
STARTER
TERMINAL
HEAD
LIGHT
SWITCH
SOLENOID
BATTERY
TERMINAL
HEAD
LIGHTS
+
12 VOLT
BATTERY
STARTER
MOTOR
Fig. 27 Typical 12 V Wiring Diagram
Checking Battery
1. Physical check clean if necessary.

a. Corrosion
b. Dirt
c. Terminal and clamps
(secure good conditions)
2. Bring battery to full charge.
Fig. 28 Checking 12 V Battery Cells

(Lead Acid, Wet Cell, With Fill Caps)
DO NOT EXCEED CHARGE RATE OF 1/10 AMPERE

FOR EVERY AMPERE OF BATTERY RATING. Consult
battery manufacturer for charging recommendations.
Overcharging may cause battery failure.
a. Use a taper charger (automatically reduces charge
rate).
b. Fill battery cells with distilled water or tap water
(unless maintenance free type) after charging (for
batteries that have been in service). NOTE: If battery gets hot to the touch or is spitting acid (gassing) excessively, unplug charger periodically.
3. With battery fully charged, check specific gravity readings (unless maintenance free type) of each cell with a
Battery Hydrometer and record readings (Fig. 28).
All readings should be above 1.250 (compensating for
temperature). If specific gravity readings varied .50 or if
ALL cells read less than 1.225, replace battery.
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Section 8
Lubrication System
Section Contents
Page
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CHANGE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CHANGE OIL FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
OIL FILL TUBE AND DIPSTICK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CHECK PRESSURE SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CHECK OIL PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CRANKCASE BREATHER
Check Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Install Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
DISASSEMBLE OIL PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLE OIL PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
**
*
F
C
-20
-30
0
-20
20
-10
32
0
40
60
10
80
20
100
30
40
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service SE or higher. Use no special additives with recommended oils.
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DESCRIPTION
Briggs & Stratton Intek OHV V-Twins use a full pressure lubrication system with an oil filter. The gear driven oil pump draws oil
from a screened oil pickup in the sump and pumps the oil through the oil filter.
The filtered oil flows through oil galleries in the sump and is distributed to the main bearings, connecting rod bearings and
camshaft bearings. Engine oil pressure will vary with oil viscosity, ambient air temperature differences, operating temperatures
and engine load. Follow the oil recommendation on page 1 of this section.
Oil Pressure @ 70 F (21 C): 15 ~ 50 psi (1.0 ~ 3.5 Bar)
A pressure relief valve limits the maximum oil pressure in the system.
An optional oil pressure switch is available. The switch may be used to activate a warning device if oil pressure drops below
approximately 5 psi (0.07 Bar) The warning device and all wiring is supplied by the equipment manufacturer.
CHANGE OIL
Change oil and filter after first 8 hours of operation.
Thereafter, change oil and filter every 50 hours of
operation. Change oil and filter more often if engine is
operated in dusty or dirty conditions or if engine is operated
under heavy loads or high ambient air temperatures.
Remove oil drain plug and drain oil while engine is still
warm, Fig. 1. Install and torque drain plug to 125 in. lbs.
(14.0 Nm).
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
Fig. 1 Oil Drain Plug
Remove oil fill cap and refill with oil of recommended grade
and viscosity. See page 1.
Oil Capacity: 4.0 pints (1.9 liters) with filter
3-3/4 pints (1.8 liters) without filter
Fill to FULL mark on dipstick, Fig. 2. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Overfilling sump can cause a smoking or overheating
condition due oil foaming.
Fig. 2 Oil Fill
CHANGE OIL FILTER

Change oil filter every 100 hours of operation or every
season.
Before installing new filter, lightly oil filter gasket with fresh
clean engine oil.
Note: Hand tighten 1/2 turn after gasket contacts
mounting surface.
1/2 TURN
Fig. 3 Replacing Oil Filter
OIL FILL TUBE AND DIPSTICK

The oil fill tube and the dipstick are equipped with an
O-ring for proper sealing, Fig. 4.
Note: a leak at the seal between the tube and sump,
or at the seal at the upper end of the dipstick,
can result in a loss of crankcase vacuum and a
discharge of oil or smoke through the muffler.
O
RING
Fig. 4 Oil Fill Tube And Dipstick
CHECK PRESSURE SWITCH

Use Digital multimeter, Tool #19464. Set meter to test for
continuity.
Remove pressure switch for testing. Connect one continuity tester lead to the switch terminal and the other tester
lead to the metal body of the switch, Fig. 5. The tester
should indicate continuity when no pressure is applied to
the switch. The switch should open (no continuity) when
approximately 4.5 PSI (0.3 Bar) is applied. Replace the
switch if test results are not to specification.
Fig. 5 Checking Pressure Switch
CHECK OIL PRESSURE
OIL
PRESSURE
GAUGE
1. Oil level must be between the LOW and FULL mark on

dipstick. If oil level is low, check for leaks and add to
FULL mark.
2. Remove pressure switch or 1/8 NPTF plug in oil filter
adapter.
3. Install oil pressure gauge, Fig. 6.
4. Start and run engine for approximately 5 minutes.
5. Check oil pressure at 3000 RPM.
Oil Pressure @ 70 F (21 C): 15 ~ 50 psi (1.0 ~ 3.5 Bar)
See chart below for troubleshooting guide.
Low Oil Pressure
Fig. 6 Checking Oil Pressure
Engine RPM Too Low

Wrong Viscosity or Diluted Oil
Low Oil Level
Broken Pressure Relief Spring
High Oil Pressure
Missing Pressure Relief Plunger
Wrong Viscosity Oil
Worn Bearings
Plugged Oil Galleries
Damaged Or Defective Oil Pump
Stuck Pressure Relief Plunger
CRANKCASE BREATHER
REED
VALVE
The crankcase breather is equipped with a reed valve to

control and maintain a partial vacuum in the crankcase.
The breather is vented to the intake elbow.
The breather chamber contains a removable oil vapor
collector. Oil vapor is condensed on the collector material
and drains back into the crankcase, which minimizes the
amount of oil vapor entering the breather.
OIL
VAPOR
COLLECTOR
Fig. 7 Crankcase Breather
CHECK BREATHER
Remove rotating screen, blower housing and flywheel. See
Section 2.
1. Disconnect breather tube from intake elbow, remove
three screws and breather. Discard gasket.
2. Check to see that reed valve is not deformed, Fig. 8.
Note: Reed valve must make a complete seal around
vent hole.
3. Remove oil vapor collector and retainer.
4. Check collector for deterioration and replace if necessary.
Fig. 8 Checking Breather
INSTALL BREATHER
1. Install oil vapor collector and retainer.

Note: Push oil vapor collector and retainer in until it
bottoms.
2. Install breather with new gasket, Fig. 9.
b. Assemble breather tube to intake elbow.
Fig. 9 Install Breather
OIL
VAPOR
COLLECTOR
DISASSEMBLE OIL PUMP

Drain oil and remove oil filter. Remove engine from
equippment. Remove spark plugs.
The oil pump can be inspected or replaced without
removing the sump.
1. Remove the following parts, Fig. 10.
a. Remove oil pump cover
b. Remove inner rotor.
c. Remove outer rotor.
d. Remove shaft.
e. Remove and discard O-ring
D
E
A
C
2. Check rotors and shaft for any obvious wear and/or

damage, Fig. 11. Replace as necessary.
If pump housing is worn or damaged the sump must be
replaced.
Fig. 11 Checking Oil Pump
ASSEMBLE OIL PUMP

d. Install new O-ring.
e. Install oil pump cover.
2. Torque screws to 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm).
The oil pump is virtually trouble free and requires very little
maintenance.
Fig. 12 Assembling Oil Pump
Section 9
Engine Disassembly
SCREEN
BLOWER
HOUSING
FAN
BACKPLATE
FLYWHEEL
STARTER
MOTOR
ALTERNATOR
ARMATURE
STOP SWITCH
WIRING HARNESS
CYLINDER
#1
CYLINDER HEAD
PUSH RODS
#2
CYLINDER HEAD
PUSH RODS
AIR GUIDE
CONTROL BRACKET
GOVERNOR LEVER
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BREATHER
CYLINDER
#1
ROD & PISTON
#2
ROD & PISTON
CRANKSHAFT
CAMSHAFT
TAPPETS
GOVERNOR
SUMP
SUMP
OIL PUMP
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY
Drain oil, remove oil filter and remove engine from

equipment. Remove spark plugs. Remove cylinder heads.
See Section 5. Remove flywheel, disconnect stop switch
wires at armatures and remove armatures. See Section 2.
1. Remove the following parts, Fig. 1.
a. Back plate
b. Air guide
c. Starter motor
d. Oil filltube and dipstick
e. Stop switch wiring harness
f. Breather and oil vapor collector
g. Alternator
Fig. 1 Remove Back Plate And Starter Motor
2. Remove oil pump. Fig. 2.

a. Oil pump cover
b. Inner rotor
c. Outer rotor
d. Drive shaft
D
A
C
3. Remove sump and discard gasket, Fig. 3.

a. Remove governor gear and thrust washer.
GOVERNOR GEAR
Fig. 3 Remove Sump
4. Rotate crankshaft and camshaft until timing marks align

and remove camshaft, Fig. 4.
a. Remove tappets.
TIMING MARKS
Fig. 4 Align Timing Marks
Note: Remove any carbon or ridge at the top of cylinder

bores to prevent breaking rings when removing piston and
connecting rod assemblies.
5. Remove No. 2 connecting rod cap and push connecting
rod and piston assembly out of cylinder.
a. Reassemble cap to rod to prevent interchanging.
6. Repeat for other cylinder.
Fig. 5 Remove Piston And Connecting Rod
7. Remove crankshaft.
CLEAN ALL SURFACES OF GASKET MATERIAL. REMOVE OIL SEALS AND THOROUGHLY CLEAN COMPONENTS IN SOLVENT. ORGANIZE COMPONENTS,
KEEPING PARTS WHICH ARE AN ASSEMBLY TOGETHER.
Fig. 6 Remove Crankshaft
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Section 10
Cylinder And Crankcase Cover Inspection And Repair
Page
Section Contents
CYLINDER
Checking Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BEARINGS
Check Mag Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remove Mag Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Mag Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Cam Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check PTO Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install PTO Oil Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HONING FIXTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1
2
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
Check cylinder for cracks, stripped threads or broken fins.

Check cylinder bores for damage or scoring.
1. Check cylinder head mounting surface for distortion
with a straight edge, Fig. 1.
If mounting surfaces are distorted more than .004
(0.1 mm), the cylinder must be replaced.
Fig. 1 Checking Cylinder
2. Check cylinder bores for wear using telescoping gauge,

Tool #19404 and dial caliper, Tool #19199.
Standard Bore Size
Model 405770: 2.969-2.970 (75.41-75.43 mm)
Model 445770: 3.119-3.120 (79.22-79.25 mm)
TOP
CENTER
BOTTOM
MEASURE AT
SIX POINTS
a. Measure cylinder bore in 6 points at right angles as

shown, Fig. 3.
b. If cylinder bore is worn more than .003
(0.075 mm) or more than .0015 (0.035 mm) out of
round, it must be resized.
CENTER OF PISTON
RING TRAVEL
Fig. 2 Check Cylinder Bore
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Note: If cylinder bores are within specification and show no signs of scoring or other damage, new piston rings may be installed
providing the cylinder bores are reconditioned using a rigid hone with finishing stones, to restore the proper cross hatch angle in
the cylinder bores. The proper cylinder cross hatch ensures proper lubrication and piston ring break in.
Refer to Page 2, Cylinder Finish (Cross Hatch) for correct
procedure for installing cross hatch.
Resizing
MOUNTING
SCREWS
FIXTURE
WEAR

RING
TRAVEL
UNWORN
AREA
BORE
3/4 TO 1
EXTREME
HONE
TRAVEL
AT
FINISH
HONE
Always resize to exactly .010 (25 mm) or .020 (.51 mm) or

.030 (.76 mm) over standard bore size. If this is done
accurately, the service oversize rings and pistons will fit
perfectly and proper clearances will be maintained.
Cylinders can be quickly resized with a good hone such as
Briggs & Stratton Tool #19205. Contact your Briggs &
Stratton source of supply. Use the stones and lubrication
recommended by the hone manufacturers to produce the
correct cylinder cross hatch.
NOTE: Automatic transmission fluid is an acceptable
honing oil. Another acceptable honing oil can be made by
mixing 4 parts No. 30 weight oil with 1 part kerosene.
If a boring bar is used, a hone must be used after the boring
operation to produce the proper cylinder cross hatch.
Honing is done with a variable speed 1/2, portable drill and
a honing fixture. See page 5 for dimensions to make your
own honing fixture.
Use three crankcase cover mounting screws and fasten
cylinder to a honing fixture, Fig. 3.
Clamp honing fixture and cylinder securely in a vise at a
convenient work height. Place hone drive shaft in chuck of
portable drill and tighten.
Cut a wood block and place inside cylinder to prevent hone
from extending further than 3/4 to 1 (19 mm to 25 mm)
below cylinder bore.
Place hone in middle of cylinder bore. Tighten adjusting
knob with finger until stones fit snugly against cylinder wall.
DO NOT FORCE. Connect drive shaft to hone. Be sure that
cylinder and hone are centered and aligned with drive shaft
and drill spindle.
HONE
TRAVEL
AT
START
3/4 TO 1
Fig. 3
Lubricate hone as recommended by hone manufacturer. The recommended drill speed is 300 to 700 RPM MAXIMUM and
40-60 strokes per minute. Because cylinder bores normally wear only in the area of ring travel, the cylinder bore will be round
above and below ring travel, Fig. 3. Start drill and, as hone spins, move it up and down at the bottom of the cylinder bore.
Gradually increase the length of the strokes until hone travels full length of cylinder bore, and no more than 3/4 to 1 above
cylinder bore, Fig. 3. Lubricate hone frequently to prevent build up on stones.
As cutting tension decreases, stop hone and tighten adjusting knob following hone manufacturers recommendations. Check
cylinder bore frequently.
10
Cylinder Finish (Cross Hatch)

The finishing stones are used after the cylinder bore has
been resized to within.0015 (.04 mm) of the desired size or
when reconditioning a cylinder bore. The finishing stones
will produce the correct cross hatch necessary for proper
lubrication. The correct cross hatch angle is approximately
45 degrees, Fig. 4.
It is recommended that the cylinder bores be reconditioned
to restore the cross hatch when new piston rings are to be
installed in a cylinder that is within specification. Be careful
not to hone oversize or it will be necessary to resize the
cylinder.
NOTE: To produce the proper cross hatch finish use a drill
speed of approximately 200 RPM and 40-60 strokes per
minute. Lubricate hone liberally to prevent build up on
finishing stones.
APPROXIMATELY 45
45
Fig. 4 Cylinder Cross Hatch
Cleaning
IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THE ENTIRE CYLINDER AND CRANKCASE BE THOROUGHLY CLEANED AFTER
HONING. First wash the cylinder and crankcase carefully in a solvent such as kerosene or commercial solvent. Then
thoroughly wash cylinder and crankcase using a stiff brush with soap and hot water. Rinse thoroughly with hot running water.
Repeat washing and rinsing until all traces of honing grit are gone.
Honing grit is highly abrasive and will cause rapid wear to all of the internal components of the engine unless it is completely
removed.
NOTE: When cylinder and crankcase have been thoroughly cleaned, use a clean white rag or napkin and wipe the cylinder
bore. If honing grit is present it will appear as a gray residue on rag. If any honing grit is evident, re-wash and rinse entire cylinder
and crankcase and check again. When there is no trace of honing grit on rag, the cylinder is properly cleaned. Then oil cylinder
bore to prevent rusting.
BEARINGS
Check Mag Bearing
Check DU magneto bearing for damage. Check for wear
using plug gauge Tool #19219, Fig. 5. Try gauge at several
locations. If plug gauge is not available see reject
dimension below.
Reject Dimension: 1.383 (35.12 mm)
Replace bearing if damaged or worn.
1.383 (35.12 MM)
Fig. 5 Check Mag Bearing
Remove Mag Bearing

Insert bushing driver, Tool #19226 into bearing from oil seal
side. Place a reference mark on driver to indicate proper
depth of bushing when installing new bushing.
1. Place cylinder on cylinder support, Tool #19227 with
large opening facing DU bearing, Fig. 6.
2. Press out bearing with bushing driver, Tool #19226.
REFERENCE
LINE
Fig. 6 Remove Mag Bearing
10
Install Mag Bearing

1. Place cylinder on cylinder support, Tool #19227 with
large opening facing bearing, Fig. 7.
2. Align oil hole in DU bearing with oil hole in cylinder.
3. Press in new bearing to correct depth with bushing driver, Tool #19226.
Fig. 7 Install Mag Bearing
4. Stake bearing from both sides with 1/4 round punch to

prevent bearing from turning, Fig. 8.
a. Install new oil seal with sealing lips facing in.
b. Use cylinder support, Tool #19227 and press oil
seal until flush with cylinder.
Fig. 8 Stake Bearing
Check Camshaft Bearings

Check camshaft bearings in cylinder and sump for damage
or wear.
Reject Dimension: .6275 (15.93 mm)
If bearings are damaged or worn the cylinder or crankcase
cover must be replaced.
Fig. 9 Check Cam Bearings
Check PTO Bearing

Check PTO bearing for damage or wear.
Reject Dimension: 1.629 (41.37 mm)
If PTO bearing is damaged or worn the sump must be
replaced.
Fig. 10 Check PTO Bearing
10
Install PTO Oil Seal

Always install new oil seals whenever engine is disassembled for major servicing.
When installing new PTO oil seal, use cylinder support,
Tool #19227 and press oil seal slightly below mounting
surface.
Always lubricate sealing lips with engine oil to prevent
damaging seal when installing crankshaft.
Fig. 11 Install Oil Seal
Honing Fixture
(14.3 mm)
9/16
(12.7 mm)
1/2
(23.8 mm)
15/16
3-15/16 (100 mm)

8-15/16
(227 mm)
6
(152.4 mm)
4-15/16
(125.4 mm)
11/32 Thru Hole (3)
(8.7 mm)
16
(406 mm)
Material: Wood 2x6x16 Long

Cylinder Mounting
Hardware Fasteners Required: 3 Crankcase Cover Screws & 3 Flat Washers 5/16 I.D.
11
Section 11
Crankshaft And Camshaft
Section Contents
Page
Checking Crankshaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Checking Cam Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Checking Crankshaft
Inspect crankshaft threads and keyways for damage or
wear. If threads or keyways are damaged or worn, replace
crankshaft. Check journals for scoring. If journals are
scored, replace crankshaft. Check journals for wear. See
crankshaft reject sizes.
OIL
GALLERIES
MAG. JOURNAL
CRANKPIN
TIMING GEAR TEETH
P.T.O. JOURNAL
Crankshaft Reject Sizes

PTO
Journal
Model
Series
Mag.
Journal
Crankpin
Journal
THREADS
AND
KEYWAY
1.623
1.376
1.4965
(41.22 mm) (34.95 mm) (38.01 mm)
405770
OIL
GALLERIES
KEYWAY
Fig. 1 Checking Crankshaft
R
Check oil galleries for blockage or obstructions. Check
timing gear for damaged teeth. Timing gear is replaceable.
See illustrated parts list.
Crankshaft crankpin may re-ground for .020 undersize
connecting rods, Fig. 2. See illustrated parts list for part
number. See crankshaft grinding dimensions.
A
T
Crankshaft Grinding Dimensions

Dim. A
Dim. R
Dim. T
1.4782/1.479
(37.54/37.56 mm)
.170/.180
(4.32/4.57 mm)
1.4435/1.4465
(36.66/36.74 mm)
Fig. 2 Crankshaft Dimensions

P.T.O.
JOURNAL
GEAR TEETH
Checking Cam Shaft

Inspect gear teeth, lobes and journals for wear and nicks,
Fig. 3. Check oil galleries for blockage or obstructions.
Camshaft journal and lobe reject sizes are shown below.
Replace cam gear if not to specification.
MAG.
JOURNAL
Camshaft Reject Size

Journals
(Mag & PTO)
Intake
Lobes
Exhaust
lobes
.623
(15.82 mm)
1.225
(31.15 mm)
1.223
(31.06 mm)
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OIL GALLERY
INTAKE LOBES
EXHAUST LOBES
Fig. 3 Checking Camshaft
12
Section 12
Piston, Rings And Connecting Rod
Inspection And Assembly
Section Contents
Page
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
DISASSEMBLE PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CHECKING PISTON AND RINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CHECKING PISTON PIN AND CONNECTING ROD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ASSEMBLE PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
ASSEMBLE PISTON RINGS TO PISTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
GENERAL INFORMATION
It is recommended that new piston rings be installed whenever the engine is disassembled for major servicing or overhaul, providing
that cylinder bores are within specification.
Remove any carbon or ridge at the top of the cylinder bore. This will prevent breaking the rings when removing the piston and
connecting rod from the engine. Remove the connecting rod cap. Push the piston and connecting rod out through the top of the
cylinder.
Measure cylinder bores before checking pistons and rings. See Section 10. If cylinder bore(s) require re-sizing it will not be
necessary to check pistons and rings since a new oversized piston assembly will be used.
If the cylinder bore is more than .08 mm (.003) oversize, or .04 mm (.0015) out of round, it must be resized.
DISASSEMBLE PISTON AND

CONNECTING ROD
TOOL #19340
1. Remove piston rings using ring expander, Tool

#19340, Fig. 1.
a. Then remove coil expander.
PISTON
Fig. 1 Remove Rings
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12
2. Disassemble piston from connecting rod, Fig. 2.

a. Remove piston pin locks.
b. Piston pin is a slip fit in piston and connecting rod.
Keep pistons and connecting rods together as an assembly. Do not mix.
Fig. 2 Remove Piston Pin Locks
CHECKING PISTON AND RINGS

If the cylinder is not going to be resized and the piston
shows no signs of scoring, the piston should be checked.
1. Check side clearance of ring grooves using NEW
rings, Fig. 3. If a .005 (0.12 mm) feeler gauge can be
inserted, the ring groove is worn. The piston must be
replaced.
NEW PISTON RING
Fig. 3 Check Ring Grooves
2. Check ring end gap, Fig. 4.

a. Clean carbon from end of rings and insert approximately 1 (25 mm) into cylinder.
Reject Dimension (all): .030 (0.76 mm)
Fig. 4 Checking Ring End Gap
3. Check piston pin bore, Fig. 5.

a. Replace if greater than .6745 (17.13 mm) or
.0005 (.01 mm) out of round.
Fig. 5 Check Piston Pin Bore
12
CHECKING PISTON PIN AND

CONNECTING ROD
1. Check piston pin, Fig. 6.
a. Replace if less than .6718 (17.06 mm) or .0005
(.01 mm) out of round.
Fig. 6 Check Piston Pin
2.
Check connecting rod bearings.

CRANKPIN BEARING
Note: If crankpin bearing is scored or worn the connecting

rod must be replaced.
Connecting Rod Reject Size
Crankpin Bearing
Piston Pin Bearing
1.5015 (38.13 mm)
.6745 (17.13 mm)
Note: .020 undersize connecting rods are available for

use on a reground crankpin journal. See illustrated parts list.
PISTON PIN BEARING
Fig. 7 Check Rod Bearings
ASSEMBLE PISTON AND

CONNECTING ROD
Lubricate parts with engine oil and assemble #1 piston and
connecting rod, Fig. 8.
1. Arrow on piston must face flywheel side.
2. Number 1 on connecting rod must face PTO side (opposite arrow on piston).
a. Install piston pin locks with needle nose pliers.
ARROW TOWARD
FLYWHEEL SIDE
#1
Fig. 8 Assemble #1 Rod And Piston
Lubricate parts with engine oil and assemble #2 piston and

connecting rod, Fig. 9.
1. Arrow on piston must face flywheel side.
2. Number 2 on connecting rod must face PTO side (opposite arrow on piston).
a. Install piston pin locks with needle nose pliers.
#2
ARROW TOWARD
FLYWHEEL SIDE
Fig. 9 Assemble #2 Rod And Piston
12
ASSEMBLE PISTON RINGS TO PISTON

Models 405700
1. Install piston rings using ring expander, Tool #19340,
Fig. 10.
a. Install oil ring coil expander making sure wire is inserted fully into coil.
b. Install oil ring.
c. Install center compression ring then, top compression ring.
Note: Top compression ring may be installed with
either side up.
TOP
CENTER
WIRE
OIL
COIL
EXPANDER
Fig. 10 Piston Ring Installation Model 405700
ASSEMBLE PISTON RINGS TO PISTON

Models 445700
1. Install piston rings using ring expander, Tool #19340,
Fig. 11.
a. Install oil ring coil expander making sure wire is inserted fully into coil.
b. Install oil ring.
c. Install center compression ring then, top compression
ring
with
ID
mark
up.
ID MARK
TOP
ID MARK
CENTER
WIRE
OIL
COIL
EXPANDER
Fig. 11 Piston Ring Installation Model 445700
13
Section 13
Engine Assembly
Section Contents
Page
INSTALL CRANKSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
INSTALL PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INSTALL CAMSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INSTALL SUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
GENERAL ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
INSTALL FLYWHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ADJUST ARMATURE AIR GAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ADJUST VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
INSTALL CYLINDER SHIELDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
INSTALL GOVERNOR CONTROL BRACKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
INSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD AND CARBURETOR ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
INSTALL BLOWER HOUSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ADJUST GOVERNOR
Static Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Dynamic Governor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Governed Idle Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Adjust Top No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INSTALL CRANKSHAFT
Lubricate mag bearing and lips of oil seal with engine oil
and install crankshaft.
Fig. 1 Installing Crankshaft
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INSTALL PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD

Note: Install #1 piston and connecting rod first.
1. Oil piston rings, piston skirt, and compress rings with
Ring Compressor Tool #19070, Fig. 2.
a. Place piston and ring compressor upside down on
bench with projections on compressor facing up.
b. Tighten ring compressor evenly until rings are fully
compressed.
c. Then loosen ring compressor very slightly so that
compressor can be rotated on piston skirt while
holding connecting rod, Fig. 2.
PROJECTIONS
TOOL #19070
Fig. 2 Compressing Rings
2. Lubricate cylinder bores and crankpin and rotate crankshaft until it as at bottom of stroke.
ARROW TOWARD
FLYWHEEL SIDE
FLYWHEEL SIDE
3. Install #1 piston with arrow towards flywheel side,

Fig. 3.
a. Push piston down by hand until connecting rod is
seated on crankpin.
P.T.O.
SIDE
ARROW
Fig. 3 Installing Piston And Connecting Rod
4. Assemble connecting rod cap to rod with match marks

aligned, Fig. 4.
5. Rotate crankshaft two revolutions to check for binding.
Rod should also be free to move sideways on crankpin.
Repeat for #2 cylinder.
Note: The number 1 on #1 connecting rod and the
number 2 on #2 connecting rod must be facing
PTO side.
Important: Failure to use a torque wrench can result in
loose connecting rod screws causing breakage or tight
connecting rod screws causing scoring.
Fig. 4 Torque Connecting Rods
INSTALL CAM SHAFT

Lubricate tappets, cam shaft journals and lobes with
engine oil. Assemble timing gear to crankshaft.
1. Install tappets.
2. Align timing marks on cam shaft and crankshaft gear
and install cam shaft, Fig. 5.
Lubricate thrust washer, governor gear and governor
cup and assemble to shaft.
TIMING
MARK
3.
TIMING
MARK
Fig. 5 Installing Camshaft
13
INSTALL SUMP
Lubricate PTO and cam shaft bearing.
1. Install sump with new gasket.
a. Torque screws in sequence shown to 200 in. lbs.
(23.0 Nm), Fig. 6.
2. Check crankshaft end play.
Specification: .002-.030 (0.020-0.30 mm)
6
5
3
10
8
Fig. 6 Installing Crankcase Cover
d. Install oil pump cover with new O-ring.
e. Torque screws to 50 in. lbs. (6.0 Nm).
D
A
E
B
Fig. 7 Assemble Oil Pump
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
1. Install armatures and ground wire assembly.
Note: Push armatures away from crankshaft as far as
they will go and temporarily tighten screws.
2. Install air guide.
3. Install alternator.
Fig. 8 Install Armatures
4. Assemble oil fill tube to cylinder and crankcase cover,

Fig. 9.
a. Route alternator wires between oil fill tube mounting boss on cylinder and oil fill tube bracket.
b. Route wiring harness between oil fill tube and cylinder.
OIL FILL
TUBE
Fig. 9 Route Wires
13
5. Install back plate.

Note: Route armature ground wire under back plate
and between starter motor mounting bosses on
cylinder as shown, Fig. 10.
Fig. 10 Route Armature Ground Wire
6. Install starter motor.

7. Install oil vapor collector and retainer.
8. Install breather.
SCREWS
STARTER
MOTOR
Fig. 11 Install Starter Motor
INSTALL FLYWHEEL
RETAINER
CLEAN flywheel and crankshaft taper removing

all oil, dirt or grease.
1. Assemble flywheel to crankshaft and align keyways.
2. Insert flywheel key into crankshaft.
3. Assemble fan and retainer to flywheel, Fig. 12.
FAN
Fig. 12 Install Fan And Retainer
4. Install washer and flywheel nut.

5. Assemble flywheel holder, Tool #19321 to retainer,
Fig. 13.
a. Torque flywheel nut to 150 ft. lbs. (203.0 Nm).
#19321
FLYWHEEL HOLDER
Fig. 13 Install Flywheel
13
ADJUST ARMATURE AIR GAP

1. Rotate flywheel until magnet is under armature laminations.
2. Place thickness gauge, .008-.012 (0.20-.30 mm) between magnet and armature laminations, Fig. 14.
3. Loosen mounting screw so magnet will pull armature
down against thickness gauge.
4. Rotate flywheel to remove thickness gauge.
THICKNESS
GAUGE
Fig. 14 Adjust Armature Air Gap
INSTALL CYLINDER HEADS
1. Place cylinder head gasket over alignment dowels on

cylinder block.
2. Install cylinder head assembly, Fig. 15.
a. Torque head bolts in sequence shown to 220 in.
lbs. (25.0 Nm).
3. Install push rods. Make sure push rods are inserted in
recess in tappets.
Fig. 15 Install Cylinder Head
4. Compress valve springs and insert push rods into recess in rocker arm adjustment screws, Fig. 16.
Fig. 16 Insert Push Rods
ADJUST VALVES
a. Adjust valves and check, Fig. 17.
Valve Clearance (cold) IN and EX .005 (0.13 mm)
b. Torque adjusting screws and jam nuts to 60 in. lbs.
(7.0 Nm).
2. Set No. 2 cylinder at TDC, compression stroke.
a. Repeat for No. 2 cylinder.
.005
Fig. 17 Adjust Valves
13
3. Install valve covers with new gaskets, Fig. 18.

INSTALL CYLINDER SHIELDS

1. Install No. 1 cylinder shield and fuel pump assembly,
Fig. 19.
a. Torque 1/4-20 screw to 80 in. lbs. (7.0 Nm)
b. Assemble solenoid harness ground wire to #10-24
screw and torque to 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm).
2. Install No. 2 cylinder shield.
b. Torque #10-24 screw to 45 in. lbs. (5.0 Nm).
1/4-20
SCREW
#10-24
SCREW
Fig. 19 Install Cylinder Shields
INSTALL GOVERNOR CONTROL BRACKET
TORQUE TO 80IN.
LBS. (6.8NM)
1. Install governor control bracket and assemble governor

lever to governor shaft, Fig. 20. DO NOT tighten nut at
this time.
a. Torque control bracket screws to 80 in. lbs. (7.0
Nm).
DO NOT
TIGHTEN
NUT
Fig. 20 Install Governor Control Bracket
INSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD AND CARBURETOR ASSEMBLY

1. Install intake manifold and carburetor assembly, using
new gaskets, Fig. 21.
b. Assemble governor link to governor lever.
c. Connect solenoid wire to solenoid.
d. Connect breather tube to air horn.
tube and air horn.
A
C
B
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INSTALL BLOWER HOUSING

1. Assemble blower housing to engine.
Assemble air cleaner and install spark plugs.
Fig. 22 Install Blower Housing
ADJUST GOVERNOR
CONTROL
SWIVEL
WARNING: BEFORE STARTING OR RUNNING

ENGINE, static adjustment of the governor must
be completed! Failure to make the static adjustments first could result in engine overspeeding
which may result in engine damage, property
damage or personal injury.

1. With governor lever nut loose, rotate governor control
3. Install throttle and choke control cables and check for
proper operation.
4. Install exhaust manifold.
Note: Exhaust manifold and exhaust system supplied
by equipment manufacturer.
GOVERNOR
SHAFT
Fig. 23 Adjust Governor Static

engine to warm up.
TACHOMETER
TANG BENDER
Fig. 24 Tools
13

2. Hold throttle lever against idle speed adjustment screw
and adjust idle speed to 1200 RPM, Fig. 25. Release
throttle lever.
IDLE SPEED
SCREW
CARBURETOR
THROTTLE
LEVER
Fig. 25 Adjust Idle Speed
GOVERNED
IDLE TANG
Fig. 26 Adjust Governed Idle

THROTTLE RESTRICTOR
Fig. 27 Adjust Throttle Restrictor

Refer to Service Engine Sales Microfiche, MS 6225 or
Service Engine Sales Manual, MS 4052, for Top No Load
RPM.
must be replaced.
TANG BENDER
Fig. 28 Adjust Top No Load Speed

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GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 1

GOVERNOR CONTROLS & GOVERNOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 4

CYLINDER HEAD & VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 5

ELECTRIC STARTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 6

ENGINE DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 9

CRANKSHAFT & CAMSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 11

ENGINE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section 13

SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)

SECTION REFERENCE (Continued)

English to Metric Conversion Table

Drill Size Decimal Equivalent In Inches

In the Interest of Safety

You are not ready to operate this engine if you

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.

DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. (If engine

The engine exhaust from this product

BRIGGS & STRATTON NUMERICAL NUMBER SYSTEM

Change air cleaner cartridge

Clean cooling system

Change oil filter

* Inspect/clean spark arrester

Replace in-line fuel filter

Remove combustion chamber deposits

FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

4 Pints (1.9 liters) with filter

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL. Check and maintain

Change Oil Filter

Replace Spark Plugs

Spark Plug Type

Clean Cooling System

Fig. 3 Checking Plug Gap

NOTE: Do not blast clean spark plugs. Spark plugs should

Air Cleaner Maintenance

Service Dual Element Air Cleaners

Fig. 4 Dual Element Air Cleaner

Remove Combustion Chamber Deposits

If the engine will not start and the cause of malfunction is

Check Ignition (With Electric Starter)

SPARK PLUG LEAD

Fig. 6 Running Check

Fig. 5 Checking for Spark

If spark does not occur look for

Shorted equipment stop switch wire

Fig. 7 Checking For Fouled Plugs

If compression is poor, look for

Loose cylinder head bolts

Warped valve stems

Cylinder Leakdown Test

Float needle valve stuck open

The cylinder leakdown tester, Tool # 19545, may be used to

If plug is dry, look for

Cylinder Balance Test

Inoperative anti-afterfire solenoid.

If the engine is hard starting, runs rough, misses or lacks

Gummy or dirty carburetor, fuel line or tank