(1) Check idiot switch if it has one (safety switch) (2) Check gas line - is valve open? (3) Check choke if it has one (4) Check air filter (5) Check spark plug (6) Check points and condenser (7) Check spark coil and plug wire
?? What filter? I gather it is a walk-behind mower. Just change the oil every 25 hours to keep it alive!
After 5 hours of initial use, then every 50 hours of use. Every 25 in severe (dusty, dirty, high temp) conditions.
5/16 bolts 25 ft/lb
Assuming it is a Briggs & Stratton GenTec Pro Intek V-Twin & ELS it will take 60 ounces + 4 more ounces if you also change the filter.
Visit your local public library and check out a manual on small engine repairs that is applicable to your engine. You can find all different carburetors used on small engines and you can make a copy of the one that you need for your reference.
The head bolt torque specification for the Briggs & Stratton model 31C707-0230-E1 is typically around 20-25 ft-lbs (27-34 Nm). It's important to follow the manufacturer's specific guidelines for the correct sequence and torque values. Always consult the engine's service manual for precise specifications and procedures.
Evelyn Lundberg Stratton was born on 1953-02-25.
There is no correlation between hp and cc, for instance, a 125cc motocross bike delivers around 25 hp, a 480cc briggs I/C flathead delivers 12 hp. The 140cc flathead lawn mower engines are between three and four hp.
Jason W. Briggs was born on 1821-06-25.
James E. Briggs died on 1979-02-25.
Frank P. Briggs was born on 1894-02-25.
The torque pattern for a Briggs and Stratton 17.5 OHV engine with 8 bolts typically follows a specific sequence to ensure even distribution and prevent warping. Generally, you should start by tightening the bolts in a crisscross or star pattern, beginning with the center bolts and moving outward. The recommended torque specification for these bolts is usually around 25-30 ft-lbs, but it's essential to consult the specific service manual for the exact torque values and sequence for your engine model.