I n most instances, the requests for warranty repair are handled in a quick and routine manner. However, some requests for warranty are received which appear not justified. In these cases, though engine owners may not be aware of it, the premature failure of their engine was caused by abuse or neglect, or equipment on which it was mounted, rather than the engine. If you differ with the decision of your Authorized Service Dealer, an investigation will be made to determine the applicability of wa

Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn more. Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop engine. Re-check oil level. Add oil if required. Oil Pressure Normal warm operating oil pressure for a pressure lube engine (engine with oil filter) is 10 to 50 psi at normal operating temperature. If pressure drops below normal range, stop engine and check oil level with dipstick. If oil level is low, add oil to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick. Restart engine and check oil pressure. If pressure is normal,

Do not over-fill. Use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service SC, SD, SE, SF, SG,” such as Briggs & Stratton “warranty certified” SAE 30 oil, part no. 100005. Use no'special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline. SAE Viscosity Grades * Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines. Use of multiviscosity oils (10W-30, etc.) above 40° F (4° C) will result in high oil consumption and possible engine damage. Check oil level more frequently if using th

_ _ Table of Contents In the Interest of Safety................................1 Adjustments..... Oil & Fuel Recommendations..........................2 Maintenance..... Before Starting........................................3 Service & Storage Starting and Stopping.................................4 Warranty ........ Code . 5 . 6 . 9 10 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 © Copyright 1989 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation FORM NO. 272111-10/92 PRINTED IN U.S.A. IMPO

2 OF SERVICE MANUAL 404400 to 404499 Illustrated Parts List Model Series 404400 to 404499 TYPE NUMBERS 0100 through 0104 0110 through 0118 TO FIND THE CORRECT NUMBER OF THE PART YOU NEED: FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW A. Refer to Engine Model, Type and Code Number that is stamped on the blower housing of engine. Engine type numbers such as 012301 are listed herein only as 0123. The two digits (01 or 02, etc.) to the right of the space are not needed for parts identification. Then use the