Briggs & Stratton 19E400 User Manual

Model Series
Covered in
This Manual
19E400
19F400
19G400
192400
196400
197400
250400
256400
257400
Operating & Maintenance
Instructions
Model Type Code
Month Day Year
Note: General Model Series numbers noted above include many specific numbers
like the ones on your engine. To get replacement parts or technical assistance in
the future, write your engine Model, Type, Code and date of purchase here.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Information 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel and Starting Information 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping 9-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 11-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustments 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and Service & Storage 15-16. . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Information 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton does not approve or authorize the use of
these engines on 3-wheel All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), motor
bikes, aircraft products or vehicles intended for use in
competitive events. Use of these engines in such applications
could result in property damage, serious injury (including
paralysis), or even death.
In the USA and Canada our 24 hour hotline is
1-800-233-3723
Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201
www.briggsandstratton.com
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  Copyright 2000 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation FORM NO. 274786-9/00

Briggs & Stratton 19E400 Specifications

General

Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Model	19E400
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Safety Introduction and Symbols

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Defines hazard symbols and signal words used in manual for injury prevention.

General Operating Safety Instructions

Key instructions for safe operation, preventing injury or death.

Fuel and Starting Safety

Safe Fueling and Storage Practices

Safe practices for filling fuel tank, avoiding ignition sources and spills.

Engine Starting and Testing Safety

Precautions for starting engine, preventing unintentional sparking and fires.

Operational and Environmental Hazards

Carbon Monoxide and Heat Hazards

Rotating Parts and Kickback Safety

Oil Management and Procedures

Oil Capacity and Type Selection

Checking and Adding Engine Oil

Fuel System Information

Fuel Type Recommendations and Warnings

Manual Starter Operation

Starting the Engine with Manual Starter

Detailed steps for starting the engine using the rewind starter.

Stopping the Engine Correctly

Electric Starter Operation

Starting the Engine with Electric Starter

Instructions for starting the engine using the electric starter with key.

Stopping the Engine and Securing Key

Maintenance Schedule and Oil Change

Changing Engine Oil Procedure

Step-by-step guide for draining and refilling engine oil, including capacity details.

Air Cleaner and Fuel Filter Maintenance

Servicing the Air Cleaner System

Replacing the Fuel Filter

Adjustments and Tuning

Throttle Control Adjustment Guide

Carburetor Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting idle speed and mixture valve on the carburetor.

Engine Storage Procedures

Preparing Engine for Long-Term Storage

Emission Control Warranty Details

Warranty Coverage and Owner Responsibilities

Details of emission control warranty, owner's responsibilities, and covered parts.

Warranty Provisions and Exclusions

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Causes Not Covered by Warranty

Engine Owner Warranty Policy

Limited Warranty Terms and Duration

Defines the limited warranty for parts and workmanship, including duration for consumer and commercial use.

Warranty Policy Exclusions and Limitations