Briggs & Stratton 406700 Series User Manual

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Model Series
Covered in
This Manual
405700
406700
407700
445700
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 10-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustments 13-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 1999 by Briggs & Stratton Corporation FORM NO. 274277-10/99

Briggs & Stratton 406700 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Model	406700 Series
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Engine Safety

Before Operating Engine

Read all instructions and warnings before starting the engine.

Hazard Symbols and Meanings

Explains safety alert symbols, signal words, and hazard icons.

Fueling and Starting Safety

Safety precautions for adding fuel and starting the engine.

Operational and Transport Safety

Safety guidelines for operating equipment and transporting it.

Engine Components and Specifications

Engine Parts Diagram

Illustrates and labels key components of the engine.

General Engine Information

Provides details about the engine model series and general characteristics.

Tune-Up Specifications

Lists key settings and clearances for engine tune-ups.

Engine Fluids and Startup

Engine Oil

Details oil capacity, type, and checking/adding procedures.

Fuel

Specifies the type of fuel to use and safe fueling practices.

Starting and Stopping

Step-by-step guide for starting and stopping the engine.

Maintenance Procedures

Routine Maintenance Schedule

Outlines maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.

Changing Engine Oil and Filter

Detailed steps for draining oil, changing filter, and refilling.

Air Cleaner Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and servicing the air cleaner.

Other Maintenance Tasks

Covers muffler, cooling system, fuel system, spark plug, valve clearance.

Cleaning Debris

How to clean accumulated debris from engine parts.

Engine Adjustments

Remote Throttle Control Adjustment

Steps to adjust the remote throttle control for proper operation.

Carburetor Adjustment

Guide for adjusting the carburetor for optimal performance.

Service and Storage

Genuine Parts List

A list of common Briggs & Stratton replacement parts and their numbers.

Authorized Service Dealer Information

Guidance on finding and using authorized service dealers.

Engine Storage Procedures

Instructions for properly storing the engine for extended periods.

Warranty Information

Emission Control System Warranty

Details of the warranty coverage for emission control parts.

Owner's Warranty Responsibilities

Outlines the owner's role in maintaining warranty coverage.

Warranty Exclusions and Limitations

Lists causes of failure that are not covered by the warranty.

Warranty Period Policy

Defines the duration of warranty coverage for different engine types.