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      Lithium Ion Battery Technology

      InStart® Technology

      Effortless starting, every time. Skip pulling the rope, just push the button and go

      InStart® lithium-ion electric starting engine combines the starting reliability of lithium-ion battery technology and the power of gas.

      InStart Technology Location on a Briggs & Stratton Engine
      • Guaranteed Easy Starting

        Push button electric starting, backed by Our Starting Promise™*

      • Rapid Charging

        Charges fully in one hour, delivering up to 75 starts. 10-minute quick charge provides up to 20 starts.

      • No Oil Changes

        Simply check your oil levels, and add as you go. - Just Check & Add™**

      • Powerful Performance

        Gas-powered engine delivers the ability to cut through thick grass.

      • Superior Battery

        Lithium- Ion Battery power lasts up to 3x longer than lead acid batteries.

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      Instart Lithium Ion Battery Technology

      *See https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/starting-promise.html for details.
      **Regular maintenance still required. To see complete details refer to your Operator's Manual. Briggs & Stratton standard warranty terms and conditions apply.

      Just Check & Add™ does not extend the warranty period. Click here for details.


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