Servicing The Spark Plug; Change Engine Oil - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 54E000 Bedienungsanleitung

• Replace the spark plugs.
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Clean or change the air filter
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Change the pre-cleaner (if installed)
• Service the exhaust system.
Intervals of 250 Hours or Annually
• Check the valve clearance. Adjust if necessary.
Intervals of 400 Hours or Annually
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Replace the air filter .
• Replace the fuel filter.
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Service the cooling system .
Intervals of 500 Hours
• Change the engine oil.
• Replace the oil filter.
Intervals of 600 Hours
• Change the safety filter, if installed.
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Clean more frequently in dusty conditions or when many particles are in the air..
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Each third air filter change, replace the inner safety filter (if installed).
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) System
The EFI System monitors engine temperature, engine speed, and battery voltage for
engine start-up and warm-up. There are no adjustments on the system. If start-up or
operation problems occur, contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer.
NOTICE Make sure to obey the steps that follow or damage to the EFI system could
occur.
• DO NOT start the engine if the battery cables are loose.
• Turn the key to the OFF position before you disconnect, remove, and / or install
the battery.
• DO NOT use a battery charger to start the engine.
• DO NOT disconnect the battery cables during engine operation.
• When you disconnect the battery cables, first connect the positive (+) cable, and
then connect the negative (-) cable to the battery.
• When you charge the battery, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery.
• DO NOT spray water directly on the Electronic Control Module.
Carburetor and Engine Speed
Do not make adjustments to the carburetor or engine speed. The carburetor was
set at the factory to operate satisfactorily in most conditions. Do not change the
governor spring, linkages, or other parts to adjust the engine speed. If adjustments
are necessary, contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for servicing.
NOTICE
The equipment manufacturer specifies the maximum speed for the engine as installed
on the equipment. Do not exceed this speed. If you are not sure what the equipment
maximum speed is, or what the engine speed is set to from the factory, contact a Briggs
& Stratton Authorized Service Dealer for assistance. For safe and correct operation
of the equipment, the engine speed should only be adjusted by a qualified service
technician.

Servicing the Spark Plug

Check the spark plug gap (A, Figure 10) with a wire gauge (B). If necessary, set the
spark plug gap. Install and tighten the spark plug to the correct torque. For gap and
torque specifications, refer to the Specifications section.
NOTE: In some areas, it is mandatory by local law that you use a resistor spark plug
to decrease ignition signals. If a resistor spark plug was installed by the equipment
manufacturer, use the same type for replacement.
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Servicing the Exhaust System
WARNING
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
Combustible materials, such as leaves, grass and brush, can catch fire.
• Before you touch the engine or muffler, stop the engine and wait two (2)
minutes. Make sure that the engine and muffler are safe to touch.
• Remove debris from the muffler and engine.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or operate the
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, maintained in
effective working order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws;
reference Federal Regulation 36 CFR Part 261.52. Contact the original equipment
manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
Remove debris from the muffler and cylinder area. Inspect the muffler for cracks,
corrosion, or other damage. Remove the deflector or the spark arrester, if equipped, and
inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If damage is found, install the replacement parts
before you operate the equipment.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same position as the
original parts. Other parts could result in damage or an injury.

Change Engine Oil

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
• If you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube, the fuel tank must be empty. If it is not
empty, fuel leakage can occur and cause a fire or an explosion.
• Before you touch the engine or muffler, stop the engine and wait two (2)
minutes. Make sure that the engine and muffler are safe to touch.
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be discarded of correctly. Do not
discard with household waste. Contact your local authorities, service center, or dealer
for safe disposal or recycling facilities.
Remove Oil (Oil Guard)
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) (D, Figure 11). Keep the wire(s) (D) away from
the spark plugs (E).
2. Remove the oil drain hose (H, Figure 12) from the clip on the side of the remote oil
tank.
3. Turn and open the oil drain cap (I, Figure 12). Carefully lower the oil drain hose (H)
into an approved container (J).
4. Wait 2-3 minutes. Install the oil drain cap (I, Figure 12). Then attach the oil drain
hose (H, Figure 12) to the clip on the side of the remote oil tank.
Change the Oil Filter (Oil Guard)
For replacement intervals refer to the Maintenance Schedule.
1. Drain the oil from the remote oil tank. Refer to the Remove Oil (Oil Guard) section.
2. Open the oil fill cap (I, Figure 13). Twist and remove the oil filter (J) and discard.
3. Install a new oil filter (J, Figure 13) and give it a quarter turn.
4. Add oil. Refer to the Add Oil section.
5. Close the oil fill cap (I, Figure 13).
Add Oil
• Make sure that the engine is level.
• Clean the oil fill area of all debris.
• Refer to the Specifications section for oil capacity.
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 5). Remove oil from the dipstick with a clean cloth.
2. Open the oil fill cover (C, Figure 5).
3. Slowly add oil into the engine oil fill (D, Figure 5).
4. Install the dipstick (A, Figure 5).
5. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The correct oil level is at the top of the
full indicator (B, Figure 5) on the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick again (A, Figure 5).
7. Close the oil fill cover (C, Figure 5).
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