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How to Replace a Dual Element Air Filter
A Briggs & Stratton genuine dual air filter element will help extend the life of your engine. If you have a combination air filter with pre-cleaner,...
Maintenance How-To
Engines (2)
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How to Replace a Foam Air Filter
A Briggs & Stratton genuine foam filter element is designed to properly fit your engine and will keep dust particles from getting into your engine....
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How to Perform Lawn Mower Maintenance
Tune-up: Learn how to maintain your engine. Tuning up is good for your engine and the environment. It will also save you money. Our interactive demo...
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How to Change Small Engine Oil
Steps to Better Engine Maintenance For optimum performance, you should change the oil in your small engine after the first five hours of use and then...
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History of the Small Engine
James Watt, the Scottish inventor, developer of the concept of horsepower, and namesake of the watt unit of power, expanded on the Newcomen steam...
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Fuel Hose Removal & Re-installation Instructions
For DIY Part No. 5414 FITS ENGINES: Fits most Briggs and Stratton engines. 1. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Wait until engine cools...
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Choosing Spark Plugs
Choosing Spark Plugs It’s important to choose the right spark plug for your engine, especially for consistent, easy starting. We recommend that you...
Fuel Filter Installation Instructions
Fuel Filter Installation Instructions For Service Part No. 394358S / DIY Part No. 5098 Fits most Briggs & Stratton engines 1. Run engine until it...
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How to Change a Small Engine Air Filter
Briggs & Stratton engines use one of three types of air filters: paper, foam, or dual element. An air filter plus a filter cartridge and pre-cleaner...
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Choosing a Lawn Mower
There are several things to consider when you decide to purchase a new lawn mower. From yard size to terrain, each factor plays a role in finding the...
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How to Change a Spark Plug
For consistent, easy starting, we recommend changing spark plugs every 100 hours or every season on all of your outdoor power equipment engines....
Air Filter Cartridge & Pre-Cleaner Assembly Installation Instructions
Air Filter Cartridge & Pre-Cleaner Assembly Installation Instructions For Service Part No. 796254/795066 / DIY Part No. 5419 FITS ENGINES: 7.75-8.75...
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Carburetor Repair, Maintenance & Adjustment How-To Guide
Your Briggs and Stratton carburetor is an integral part of your small engine, so it’s important to keep it running smoothly for the overall health of...
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5 Must-Have Briggs Parts for Spring Mower Maintenance
When spring rolls around, it’s time to say goodbye to your snow blower for a while and bring out your lawn mower. If you’re ahead of the game, you...
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5 Mower Troubleshooting Tips
When your mower isn’t cooperating, it’s tempting to throw in the towel, but before you call a professional or head to a hardware store, try these...
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How To Properly Prepare Your Snow Blower For Winter
With winter on its way, now is the time to make sure your snow blower and Briggs engine are in peak condition. A well-prepped machine can make all...
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How To Properly Winterize Your Mower
Your lawn mower has been your reliable companion throughout the mowing season, so it's important to give it the proper care as you prepare it for...