Service Air Filter; Change Engine Oil - Briggs & Stratton CXi Serie Manuel D'utilisation

• Remove accumulated debris from muffler area and cylinder area.
• 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. Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain
a spark arrester designed for the exhaust system installed on this engine.
Exhaust system parts are installed by the equipment manufacturer. For specific maintenance
and replacement parts information, contact the equipment manufacturer.
Remove accumulated debris from 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 replacement parts before
operating.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be of the same design and installed in the same position as
the original parts. Other parts may not perform as well, may damage the unit, and may
result in injury.

Change Engine Oil

See Figure: 7, 8, 9, 10
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly. Do not discard
with household waste. Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer for safe
disposal/recycling facilities.
Remove Oil
1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug wire (D, Figure 7) and keep
it away from the spark plug (E).
2. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 8).
Oil Drain Plug, if equipped
1. Remove the oil drain plug (F, Figure 8). Drain the oil into an approved container.
Note: Various oil drain plugs (G, Figure 8) are installed.
2. After the oil has drained, install and tighten the oil drain plug (F, Figure 8).
Quick Oil Drain, if equipped
1. Disconnect the quick oil drain hose (H, Figure 9) from the side of the engine.
2. Turn and remove the oil drain cap (I, Figure 9). Carefully lower the quick oil drain (H)
into an approved container (J).
3. After the oil has drained, install the quick oil drain cap (I, Figure 9). Attach the quick
oil drain hose (H) to the side of the engine.
Change Oil Filter, if equipped
Some models are equipped with an oil filter. For replacement intervals, see the
Maintenance Schedule.
Drain the oil from the engine. See Remove Oil section.
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2. Remove the oil filter (K, Figure 10) and dispose of properly.
3. Before you install the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the oil filter gasket with fresh,
clean oil.
4. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts the oil filter adapter, then tighten
the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4 turns.
5. Add oil. See Add Oil section.
6. Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up, check for oil leaks.
7. Stop the engine and check the oil level. Correct oil level is at the top of the full indicator
(B, Figure 8) on the dipstick.
Add Oil
• Make sure the engine is level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 8) and wipe with a clean cloth.
2. Slowly pour oil into the engine oil fill (C, Figure 8). Do not overfill. After adding oil,
wait one minute and then check the oil level.
Note: Do not add oil at the quick oil drain (H, Figure 9), if equipped.
3. Install and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 8).
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. Correct oil level is at the top of the full
indicator (B, Figure 8) on the dipstick.
5. Reinstall and tighten the dipstick (A, Figure 8).
6. Connect the spark plug wire (D, Figure 7) to the spark plug (E).

Service Air Filter

See Figure: 11, 12, 13
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Never start and run 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 can
damage the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter.
See the Maintenance Schedule for service requirements.
Various models use either a foam or a paper filter. Some models may also have an optional
pre-cleaner that can be washed and reused. Compare the illustrations in this manual with
the type installed on your engine and service as follows.
Paper Air Filter
1. Loosen the fastener(s) (A, Figure 11).
2. Remove the air filter cover (B, Figure 11).
3. Remove the filter (C, Figure 11) and the pre-cleaner (D), if equipped.
4. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If the filter is excessively
dirty, replace with a new filter.
5. Wash the pre-cleaner (D, Figure 11), if equipped, in liquid detergent and water. Allow
the pre-cleaner to thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
6. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner (D, Figure 11), if equipped, and the filter (C) into the
air filter base (E).
7. Install the air filter cover (B, Figure 11) and secure with fastener(s) (A). Make sure
the fastener(s) is tight.
Paper Air Filter
1. Loosen the fastener(s) (A, Figure 12, 13).
2. Remove the air filter cover (B, Figure 12, 13).
3. To remove the filter (C, Figure 12, 13), lift the end of the filter.
4. To loosen debris, gently tap the filter on a hard surface. If the filter is excessively
dirty, replace with a new filter.
5. Remove the pre-cleaner (D, Figure 12, 13), if equipped, from the filter (C).
6. Wash the pre-cleaner (D, Figure 12, 13), if equipped, in liquid detergent and water.
Allow the pre-cleaner to thoroughly air dry. Do not oil the pre-cleaner.
7. Assemble the dry pre-cleaner (D, Figure 12, 13), if equipped, to the filter (C).
8. Install the filter (C, Figure 12, 13) and pre-cleaner (D), if equipped, into the filter base
(E) and push down until the filter snaps in place.
9. Install the air filter cover (B, Figure 12, 13) and secure with fastener(s) (A). Make
sure the fastener(s) is tight.
Service Fuel System
See Figure: 14
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
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