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How do I safely perform fuel tank cleaning for small engines?
Fuel tanks are designed to keep your engine's fuel clean, vented and secure on all lawn mowers, snow blowers and outdoor power products. If you spot...
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How to test and repair small engine ignition system problems?
Is there no spark in the engine of your lawn mower, snow blower or outdoor power equipment? Follow this guide to test your ignition system -...
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How do I check and change lawn mower oil?
Since there are many components to checking and changing lawn mower oil, we break down: How to Check the Oil Level How to Change the Oil How to...
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What is the best fuel type for lawn mowers and small engines?
Looking for the best lawn mower gas or fuel for your outdoor power equipment? Briggs & Stratton experts share their tips for choosing the right fuel...
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How does a small engine governor work?
The governor system is like a cruise control system. It maintains the speed of your lawn mower or outdoor power products. When Briggs & Stratton...
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Why and how to change a fuel filter in small engines?
There are many benefits to changing a fuel filter in your small engine. A fuel filter is designed to properly strain the gas before it reaches the...
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What year was my small engine manufactured?
How To Determine the Engine Manufacture Date Learn how to find the age of your engine by locating the manufacture date of any Briggs & Stratton...
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What type & how much lawn mower oil does my engine need?
Before you are able to change the lawn mower oil on your Briggs & Stratton small engine, it’s important to understand the oil type and capacity...
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HOW TO REMOVE AND CLEAN CARBON BUILD UP IN SMALL ENGINES
One by-product of combustion is carbon, the black soot that can collect and harden on the cylinder head, cylinder wall, piston and valves. Carbon...
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What is the right spark plug and gap for my small engine?
Checking and changing spark plugs is an essential step in routine small engine maintenance and when troubleshooting problems with your lawn mower,...
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How to find, fix and install a lawn mower fuel pump?
In this Briggs and Stratton FAQ, we breakdown how to check, fix and install the fuel pump on your lawn mower or snow blower. What Is the Fuel Pump &...
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How do I find Briggs & Stratton engine specifications?
When doing lawn mower engine repair and maintenance, you may need to find specific parts and specifications for your equipment. You will need to know...
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What variable valve timing is best for my small engine?
When performing snow blower or lawn mower maintenance, you may find that the timing on your small engine is off, causing your outdoor power equipment...
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How to Inspect Your Small Engine for Brake Replacement
In most walk mowers, a well-maintained brake system should stop the engine and any attached cutting equipment within three seconds whenever you step...
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How do I inspect my small engine muffler for repair or replacement?
Small engine noise is caused by hot gases being forced out of the cylinder during each exhaust stroke. A muffler’s job is to reduce that exhaust...