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How to test a small engine charging system, battery & alternator?
If you use a key to start your lawn mower, snow blower or outdoor power equipment, the small engine includes an electrical charging system with a...
Frequently Asked Questions
Maintenance
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What is the best small engine maintenance schedule?
You can avoid many small engine problems and save money on parts and repairs if you follow a regular maintenance schedule. Make good maintenance a...
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How to Clean a Lawn Mower or Snow Blower Engine
Grass and other debris may hardly seem like a critical repair issue for your small engine. Once it accumulates in between engine parts, it can cause...
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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 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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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 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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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 check, clean and change small engine spark plugs?
Learning how to check, clean and change a spark plug is a valuable part of your DIY education. Whether you’re doing regular maintenance or...
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How to Clean a Small Engine Carburetor
A big part of ensuring a smooth-running engine is keeping your carburetor and linkages clean and well adjusted. WARNING: Always read the engine and...
Can I use E10 petrol in my Briggs & Stratton engine?
All Briggs & Stratton engines can use up to, and including, 10% ethanol petrol. Always use clean, fresh, unleaded petrol with an octane rating of at...
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How do I check if my engine’s flywheel key needs replacement?
Whether you want to know how to replace a flywheel or have questions about inspecting it, find a guide to Briggs & Stratton flywheel key below. Read...