Briggs & Stratton 12J800 Series User Manual

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Table of Contents
In the Interest of Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil & Fuel Recommendations 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting & Stopping 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustments 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service, Storage & Specifications 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emission System Warranty 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About Engine Warranty 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Warranty 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Briggs & Stratton 12J800 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Model	12J800 Series
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

In the Interest of Safety

Oil & Fuel Recommendations

Oil

Check oil level before starting engine. Use high quality detergent oil classified for Service SF, SG, SH.

Fuel

Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 77 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

Starting & Stopping

Start Engine

Keep hands/feet clear of rotating parts. Operate engine throttle control in FAST position.

Stopping Engine

Move throttle to SLOW position. Release brake or move throttle to STOP.

Adjustments

Maintenance

Oil Maintenance

Check oil level regularly and change oil after first 5 hours, then every 50 hours or season.

Service, Storage & Specifications

For Service

Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer for expert repair service.

Storage Instructions

Emission Control System Warranty

About Your Engine Warranty

Limited Warranty

Warranty Period