What model is my lawnmower?
For push mowers, the lawn mower engine model number is generally the number stamped into metal directly on your engine. Some push mower engines come with a cover or “shroud”. It should be noted that these covers come in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes.
How many characters is a model on a Briggs & Stratton engine?
9 characters
Please Note: Briggs & Stratton engine model numbers are 10 characters. If the model number on your Briggs & Stratton engine is only 9 characters, please enter a 0 (zero) at the beginning of the model number.
Where is my engine serial number?
The engine serial number is on a metal plate attached to the block, typically found on the left-hand side of the engine. The position of the engine plate varies across different engine series.
Where do you find the model number on a lawn mower?
Model numbers on push Mowers and walk behind mowers are typically on the center of the deck between the brackets that the lower handle mounts to.
What does the first set of engine numbers represent?
The model number system includes a model number, an engine type number, and a code number that can be found on a metal plate attached to your engine or stamped directly on the engine. The first number will be your model number, the second your engine type number, and the third will be the code number.
How does Briggs and Stratton carburetor work?
A Briggs & Stratton lawn mower engine uses a carburetor to mix the gasoline and air that is pulled into the cylinder for propulsion. These carburetors typically have two adjustment screws, one for the idle adjustment and the other for fine-tuning the engine’s performance at full throttle.
Where are Briggs Stratton mowers manufactured?
Briggs & Stratton began manufacturing in Milwaukee, WI, in 1908 and today more than 85 percent of Briggs & Stratton engines are made stateside at plants in Alabama, Kentucky, Georgia and Missouri using U.S. and global parts.
Who does Briggs and Stratton own?
In 1995, Briggs & Stratton sold the automotive component business. The resulting company is Strattec Security Corporation. In 2000, the company acquired its consumer generator business from the Beacon Group and formed Briggs & Stratton Power Products.