Briggs & Stratton 080000 Manuel D'utilisation page 9

3. When you drain the oil from the top oil fill tube (C, Figure 15), keep the spark plug
(E) end of the engine up. Drain the oil into an approved container.
WARNING
When 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 could result in a fire or an explosion. Operate the
engine until the fuel tank is empty.
Add Oil
• Make sure 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. Slowly add oil into the engine oil fill (C, Figure 5). Do not overfill. Wait one minute
and then check the oil level.
3. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 5).
4. 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.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 5).
6. Connect the spark plug wire(s) to the spark plug(s). See Remove Oil section.
Servicing the Air Filter
WARNING
Fuel vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in burns
or death.
• Do not start and operate the engine with the air cleaner assembly (if equipped)
or the air filter (if equipped) removed.
NOTICE
Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter. Pressurized air could result in
damage to the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter.
See the Maintenance Schedule for service requirements.
Different models will use a foam or a paper filter. Some models could also have an
optional pre-cleaner that can be washed and used again. Compare the illustrations in
this manual with the type installed on your engine and service as follows.
Foam Air Filter
1. Loosen or remove the fastener(s) (A, Figure 16), if installed.
2. Open or remove the cover (B, Figure 16).
3. Carefully remove the foam element (C, Figure 16) from the air filter base.
4. Clean the foam element (C, Figure 16) in liquid detergent and water. Compress the
foam element with your hands in a clean cloth until dry.
5. Soak the foam element (C, Figure 16) with clean engine oil. To remove unwanted
engine oil from the foam element, compress it with your hands in a clean cloth.
6. Install the foam element (C, Figure 16) onto the air filter base.
7. Close or install the cover (B, Figure 16) and attach with the fastener(s). Make sure
that the fastener(s) is tight.
Paper Air Filter
1. Remove the cover (B, Figure 17).
2. Remove the filter (C, Figure 17).
3. Remove the pre-cleaner (E, Figure 17), if installed, from the filter (C).
4. Lightly tap the filter on a hard surface to remove unwanted material. If the filter is
dirty replace it a new filter.
5. Clean the pre-cleaner (E, Figure 17), if installed, in liquid detergent and water. Let
the pre-cleaner fully air dry. Do not add oil to the pre-cleaner.
6. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner (E, Figure 17), if installed, to the filter (C).
7. Install the filter (C, Figure 17).
8. Install the cover (B, Figure 17).
Servicing the Cooling System
WARNING
During operation, the engine and muffler become hot. If you touch a hot engine,
thermal burns can occur.
Combustible debris, 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.
NOTICE
Do not use water to clean the engine. Water could cause contamination of the fuel
system. Use a brush or dry cloth to clean the engine.
This is an air cooled engine. Dirt or debris can prevent air flow and cause the engine to
become too hot and result in unsatisfactory performance and decreased engine life.
1. Use a brush or dry cloth to remove debris from the air intake grille.
2. Keep linkage, springs, and controls clean.
3. Keep the area around and behind the muffler, if equipped, free of combustible
debris.
4. Make sure the oil cooler fins, if equipped, are clean.
After a period of time, the cylinder cooling fins can collect debris and cause the engine
to overheat. This unwanted material cannot be removed without partial disassembly of
the engine. Have a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealer inspect and clean the
air cooling system as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule.
Storage
Fuel System
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion could result in
burns or death.
Fuel Storage
• Because pilot lights or other ignition sources can cause explosions, keep fuel or
equipment away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that
have pilot lights.
NOTE: Some models have a fuel tank for vertical storage that will let the engine tilt for
maintenance or storage (C, Figure 18). Do not keep in vertical position with the fuel tank
filled above the bottom of the fuel level indicator (D), if equipped. For more instructions,
refer to the equipment manual.
Keep the engine level (normal operating position). Fill the fuel tank (A, Figure 19) with
fuel. For fuel expansion, do fill above the fuel tank neck (B).
Fuel can become stale when kept in a storage container for more than 30 days. The
use of an alcohol-free fuel stabilizer and ethanol treatment in the fuel storage container
is recommended. This keeps fuel fresh and decreases fuel-related problems or
contamination in the fuel system.
When you fill the fuel container with fuel, add an alcohol-free fuel stabilizer as specified
by the manufacturer's instructions. If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a
fuel stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container. Operate the engine until it
is out of fuel.
Engine Oil
While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil. Refer to Change the Engine Oil
section.
Troubleshooting
Assistance
For assistance, contact your local dealer or go to BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or call
1-800-444-7774 (in USA).
Specifications
Specifications and Service Parts
Model: 080000
Displacement
Bore
Stroke
Oil Capacity
Spark Plug Gap
Spark Plug Torque
7.63 ci (125 cc)
2.362 in (60 mm)
1.75 in (44,45 mm)
15 oz (,44 L)
.020 in (,51 mm)
180 lb-in (20 Nm)
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