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Operator’s Manual
Vanguard
Model 430447
Gasoline
433447
580447
583447
589447
Copyright Briggs & Stratton Corporation Form No. 277108-9/06
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 U.S.A.
Printed in U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Engine Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14 Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SAFETY WARNING WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely Starting engine creates sparking. flammable and explosive. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable Fire or explosion can cause severe burns gases. or death. Explosion and fire could result. WHEN ADDING FUEL • If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start • Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap. engine. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area. • Do not use pressurized star
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SAFETY WARNING WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in If engine is warm DO NOT remove radiator fire or electric shock. cap. Escaping steam can cause burns. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, • Do not touch hot radiator, or open reservoir when engine is or laceration. running • Allow engine to cool before removing radiator cap, changing, or adding coolant. BEFORE PERFORMING ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS WARNING • Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away fro
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ENGINE INFORMATION ENGINE PARTS 2 1 3 7 16 15 14 4 13 5 8 9 12 6 11 10 10 1. Thermostat 10. Oil drains 2. Oil filler cap 11. Oil filter 3. Ignition coil 12. Dipstick 4. Electric starter 13. Oil pressure sending unit 5. Oil pan 14. Carburetor 6. Alternator 15. Engine Date Code 7. Spark plug xxxxxxxxx 8. Coolant temperature sending unit 16. Engine Model & Type number 9. Governor lever xxxxxx xxxx-xx 5
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OIL OIL CAPACITY Oil capacity, including oil filter, is 3.5 quarts or 3.3 liters. TYPE OF OIL TO USE SAE Viscosity Grades • Use high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SH, SJ” or higher. • Do not use special additives with recommended oils. • Do not mix oil with gasoline. • Choose a viscosity according to the table opposite. * CAUTION: This engine is shipped from Briggs & 10 32 50 70 90 110 Stratton without oil. Check oil level before starting °F -30 -10 °C -34 -23 -12 0 10 21 32 43 e
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FUEL TYPE OF FUEL TO USE WARNING • Use clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane. Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used within 30 days. In countries other than U.S.A., leaded gasoline may be used if it is commercially available and unleaded is unavailable. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area, away • Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol. from sparks, open flames
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GAUGES TYPICAL PANEL LIGHTS (If Equipped) WARNING LIGHTS (Typical) Ignition light The ignition light comes on when the starter switch is turned to the ON position, and should be out while engine is running. If ignition light goes out when starter switch is turned to the ON position, check fuse or bulb. Engine oil pressure light Temperature light The engine oil pressure light comes on when the starter If temperature light comes on, engine is overheating. Check: switch is turned to the ON position
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STARTING & STOPPING TO START ENGINE Typical starter switch Typical throttle control [2]. Open throttle control [1]. Insert key into starter [3]. Turn key to START. slightly. switch at OFF position. CAUTION: To prolong starter life, use short starting cycles, not to exceed 15 secs/min. Extended cranking can damage starter motor. Follow equipment manufacturer’s recommendations, if any. [5]. NOTE: If engine does not start immediately follow below: PULL TO CHOKE CHOKE OPERATION/ENGINE WARM-UP • If e
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MAINTENANCE REGULAR MAINTENANCE WILL IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE AND EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. MORE FREQUENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED WHEN OPERATING IN ADVERSE CONDITIONS. See an Authorized Briggs & Stratton 3/LC Dealer for service. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton Parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the engine, and may result in injury. In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty. DAILY CHECKS Task Perform task at OIL hourly or calendar interval. Before starting engi
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MAINTENANCE DAILY CHECKS continued COOLANT WARNING Coolant level should be between FULL and LOW when engine is cold. If reservoir is dry, it must be filled along with Never remove radiator cap or radiator reservoir radiator . cap while the engine is hot or running. Severe thermal burns or injury can occur by escaping Check coolant level when engine is cold. steam or hot engine coolant. If engine is warm DO NOT remove radiator cap. Normal water temperature • Stop engine and allow to cool before
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MAINTENANCE REGULAR MAINTENANCE continued CHANGING OIL FILTER [1]. Perform this maintenance during oil change main- tenance. Drain engine oil as described for oil change, and remove oil filter. [2]. Before installing new filter, apply to filter gasket fresh, clean oil. [3]. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts oil filter adapter. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more. OIL FILTER [4]. Add fresh oil. Follow steps as described for oil OIL DRAIN change. OIL DRAIN [5]. Check for oil leaks around filt
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MAINTENANCE VALVE CLEARANCE With No. 1 piston at TDC of compression stroke, check valve Piston Position Cylinder 1 2 3 clearances for cylinders shown in chart below. Rotate crank- Int shaft 360° clockwise to check remaining valves. Adjust in No. 1 piston at TDC, of compres No. 1 piston at TDC, of compres- same order, if required. sion stroke Exh Note: If engine is running normally, this check and adjustment Int may be omitted. Rotate Crankshaft 360 Rotate Crankshaft 360° ° clockwise cl
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MAINTENANCE To adjust for correct tension [1]. Loosen the 2 bolts ( A and B ). HANDLE BELT [2]. Place a handle (or similar object) between the alternator and engine cylinder block. Then move the A alternator towards the outside of the engine, until the fan belt deflection conforms to the specified value. Specified fan belt deflection: 10 to 12mm / 10kg (3/8 to 1/2 in. / 22lbs.) [3]. Temporarily tighten the 2 bolts ( A and B ) to fix the alternator. Then remove the handle. Check fan belt 10 − 12
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ADJUSTMENTS CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS CARBURETOR THROTTLE LEVER Differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load may require minor carburetor adjustment. Air cleaner and air cleaner cover must be assembled to carburetor before starting engine. IDLE The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped MIXTURE VALVE with an idle mixture valve with a limiter (see inset), which allows WITH LIMITER some adjustment, and an idle speed adjustment screw. Before adjustment, start and warm up engi
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SERVICE PARTIAL LIST OF GENUINE BRIGGS & STRATTON PARTS Part Part No. Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100028 You may locate your nearest Authorized Briggs & Stratton 3/LC Service Dealer by calling 1-800-233-3723. Oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 491056 Oil filter (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 820314 Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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For Model Series 430447, 433447, 580447 & 583447 which are less than 19 Kw Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO 2002 AND LATER ENGINES, WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED ELSE- CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 2002 AND LATER ENGINES, WHICH ARE PUR- WHERE IN THE UNI
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For Model Series 580447, 583447 & 589447 Which are equal to or more than 19 kW Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO YEAR 2004 AND LATER ENGINES, WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 2004 AND LATER ENGINES, WHICH ARE USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED S
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BRIGGS & STRATTON 3/LC ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective January 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before January 1, 2006 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S) will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the engine that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for the time periods and s
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