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Specifications
Engine Specifications
Model 540000
Displacement 54.68 ci (896 cc)
Bore 3.366 in (85.5 mm)
Stroke 3.071 in (78.0 mm)
Oil Capacity 78 -- 80 oz (2.3 -- 2.4 L)
Engine Specifications
Model 610000
Displacement 60.60 ci (993 cc)
Bore 3.366 in (85.5 mm)
Stroke 3.406 in (77.21 mm)
Oil Capacity 78 -- 80 oz (2.3 -- 2.4 L)
Tune-up Specifications *
Model 540000
Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in (0.76 mm)
Spark Plug Torque 180 lb-in (20 Nm)
Armature Air Gap 0.005 - 0.008 in (0.13 - 0.20 mm)
Intake Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
Tune-up Specifications *
Model 610000
Spark Plug Gap 0.030 in (0.76 mm)
Spark Plug Torque 180 lb-in (20 Nm)
Armature Air Gap 0.005 - 0.008 in (0.13 - 0.20 mm)
Intake Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance 0.004 - 0.006 in (0.10 - 0.15 mm)
* Engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1% for each 10° F(5.6° C) above 77° F(25° C). The engine will operate satisfactorily at an
angle up to 15°. Refer to the equipment operator’s manual for safe allowable operating limits on slopes.
Common Service Parts n
Service Part Part Number
Air Filter, Cyclonic 841497
Safety Filter, Cyclonic 821136
Air Filter, Low-Profile 692519
Pre-Cleaner, Low-Profile 692520
Oil -- SAE 30 100028
Oil Filter 842921
Service Part Part Number
Fuel Filter 695666
Fuel Additive 5041, 5058
Resistor Spark Plug 491055
Long Life Platinum Spark Plug 5066
Spark Plug Wrench 19374
Spark Tester 19368
n We recommend that you see any Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for all maintenance and service of the engine and engine parts. Use only genuine Briggs & Stratton parts.