Oil Recommendations - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 290000 Instructions D'utilisation Et De Maintenance

OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ" or higher.
Do not use special additives.
SAE 30 405 F and higher (55 C and higher)
is good for all purpose use above 40°F, use below 40°F will cause hard starting.
10W-30 0 to 1005 F (−18 to 385 C)
is better for varying temperature conditions. This grade of oil improves cold weather
starting, but may increase oil consumption at 80°F (27°C) or higher.
Check oil level frequently at higher temperatures.
Synthetic 5W-30 −20 to 1205 F (−30 to 405 C)
provides the best protection at all temperatures as well as improved starting with less
oil consumption.
5W-30 405 F and below (55 C and below)
is recommended for winter use, and works best in cold conditions.
OIL CAPACITY
Approximately 1-1/2 quarts (48 ounces or 1.6 liters) when changing oil and filter.
(Oil capacity will be greater if engine is equipped with remote oil filter.)
CAUTION: Engine is shipped from Briggs & Stratton without oil. Before starting
engine, fill to FULL mark on dipstick with oil. Do not over fill.
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ADDING OIL − SEE FIGURE
1. For first use or when performing oil change, add 1 liter (32 ounces). Î
2. Start and run engine at idle for 30 seconds. Shut engine off and wait 30
seconds.
3. Then add more oil slowly to bring level to FULL mark Í on dipstick. Check
for oil leaks.
4. Tighten dipstick firmly before starting engine.
CHECKING OIL
1. Place engine on level surface and clean around oil fill Ê.
2. Remove dipstick Ë, wipe with clean cloth. Insert dipstick firmly Ì, then remove
and check oil level.
3. Oil should be at FULL mark Í. If oil is required, add oil slowly.Î
4. Tighten dipstick firmly before starting engine.
OIL PRESSURE
If engine runs low on oil, an oil pressure switch (if engine is equipped) will either
activate a warning device or stop the engine. (Read the operating instructions
supplied by the equipment manufacturer to determine which way your engine is
equipped.) See Maintenance for further information.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
GASOLINE POWERED ENGINES
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emission control system for this
engine is EM (Engine Modifications).
Always use gasoline that meets these requirements and follow these guidelines:
• Clean, fresh unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). If operating at high altitude, see below.
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether),
is acceptable.
• Use of any gasoline other than those approved above will void the engine warranty. In
some local areas fuel pumps may be marked if the gasoline contains alcohols or ethers. If
you are unsure about the gasoline you purchase check with your fuel provider.
• Do not modify the engine fuel system or carburetor to run on alternative fuels.
• Never mix oil with gasoline.
All gasoline is not the same. If you experience starting or performance problems after
new gasoline has been used in your engine, switch to a different fuel provider or
change fuel brands.
CAUTION: Some fuels, called oxygenated or reformulated fuels, are fuels
blended with alcohols or ethers. Excessive amounts of these blends can damage
the fuel system or cause performance problems. If any undesirable operating
symptoms occur, use gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether.
FUEL STABILIZER
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix in a fuel preservative when
adding fuel. Briggs & Stratton recommends using FRESH STARTt fuel
stabilizer, available as a liquid additive, concentrated liquid cartridge or granular
additive.
HIGH ALTITUDE USE
At higher altitudes (over 5,000 feet), 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline can be
used. Operation at high altitude may require a high-altitude carburetor jet kit to
improve performance and decrease fuel consumption. See an Authorized Briggs
& Stratton dealer for more information.
ADDING GASOLINE
Clean around fuel fill before removing cap. Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2
inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
LIQUID PROPANE GAS (LPG)
NATURAL GAS (NG) POWERED ENGINES
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Use clean, dry fuel, free of moisture or any particulate material. Using fuels
outside the following recommended values may cause performance
problems.
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In engines set up to run on LPG, commercial grade HD5 LPG is
recommended. Recommended fuel composition is fuel with a minimum fuel
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energy of 2500 BTU's/ft with maximum propylene content of 5% and butane
and heavier gas content of 2.5% and minimum propane content of 90%.
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LPG or NG engines are certified to operate on liquid propane or natural gas.
ADDING FUEL
Read the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer for
information on refueling LPG or NG engine.
WARNING
LPG/NG Engines: The equipment on which this engine is mounted is
equipped with an automatic safety gas fuel lock-off" valve. DO NOT operate
the equipment if the fuel lock-off" valve is missing or inoperative, explosion
or fire could occur.
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