Briggs & Stratton 550e Series Service Information

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Fuel Tank and Fuel Hose
Slide the two mounting tabs of the fuel tank into the slots of the flywheel guard (Figure 11). Press down until the
tank snaps into the metal bosses of the flywheel guard.
Figure 11
Oil Dipstick and Dipstick Tube
The short oil dipstick screws directly into the cylinder. The extended dipstick tube is pressed into the cylinder
and hooks over the edge of the flywheel guard (Figure 12). The tube is held in place when the blower housing is
installed.
Figure 12
Not for Reproduction

Briggs & Stratton 550e Series Specifications

General

Displacement	127 cc
Starting System	Recoil
Stroke	45 mm
Fuel Type	Unleaded gasoline
Engine Type	4-stroke, OHV
Torque	5.5 ft-lbs
Cylinder	1