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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I Supplement for #883

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I

Supplement for CEV Video #883 Goal:

To understand the proper steps needed to assemble a small gas engine. Objectives: 1. to practice proper safety techniques 2. to be able to correctly assemble and install the piston 3. to learn how to appropriately install the crankshaft and camshaft

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – I

Video Quiz I True or False ____1. Before assembling the engine, it is important to lubricate all journals on the crankshaft. ____2. Watches and rings do not have to be removed before assembly can begin on an engine. Short Answer 3. What should be done to the gasket residue left on the engine? 4. What should be worn to properly protect the eyes from injury?

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Small Gas Engine Assembly - I Video Quiz II

True or False ____1. The piston rings may be installed in any order. ____2. The notch on the top of the piston should be aligned with the metal tab on the connecting rod. ____3. Before installing the rings, it is important to measure ring gap. Multiple Choice ____4. Which of the following should be used to measure ring gap?

a. thickness gauge b. dial indicator c. plug gauge d. tape measure

____5. When checking ring gap, how far should the ring be placed into the cylinder?

a. 2 inches b. 2 centimeters c. 1 inch d. 1 centimeter

Short Answer 6. What tool is used when placing the piston into the cylinder? 7. How much torque should be placed on the rod cap screws?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I

Video Quiz III

True or False ____1. The tappets do not need lubrication before installation. ____2. The camshaft has an index mark which should be aligned with the mark on the crank gear. Short Answer 3. How are the oil slinger and governor operated? 4. In order to avoid oil leaks, it is important to do what when installing the sump?

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Final Video Quiz True or False ____1. The oil slinger should be installed before the camshaft. ____2. All three journals on the crankshaft should be lubricated before installing. ____3. Piston rings are identical and can be installed in any order. ____4. A ring expander is used to place the piston back into the cylinder. Short Answer 5. What should be aligned with the metal tab on the connecting rod ? 6. What is the function of the lobes on the camshaft ? 7. Why is it important to align the mark on the camshaft with the mark on the crank gear ? 8. What tool is used to measure ring gap ? Multiple Choice ____9. The oil slinger is found on what type of engine ?

a. vertically shafted engines b. horizontally shafted engines c. all engines have an oil slinger

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d. none of the above ____10. What tool is used to tighten the rod cap screws ?

a. a box end wrench b. an inch pounds torque wrench c. a foot pounds torque wrench d. either b or c are correct

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – I

Answer Key for CEV Video #883 True or False T 1. Before assembling the engine, it is important to lubricate all journals on the crankshaft. F 2. Watches and rings do not have to be removed before assembly can begin on an engine.

Jewelry can be an electrical hazard and can also get caught in moving parts. All jewelry, watches, and other items should be removed before working on equipment.

Short Answer 3. What should be done to the gasket residue left on the engine? All gasket residue should be removed (carefully scraped off) and particles should be washed away with warm, soapy water. 4. What should be worn to properly protect the eyes from injury? Approved eye protection—safety glasses or goggles.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – I

Answer Key for CEV Video #883 True or False F 1. The piston rings may be installed in any order.

Rings should be installed in the proper order (oil ring on the bottom, oil ring in the middle, compression ring on top), with the top sides facing up. The ring gaps should also be staggered--evenly spaced out so they aren’t lined up, making sure no gap is situated directly over a piston pin.

T 2. The notch on the top of the piston should be aligned with the metal tab on the connecting rod. T 3. Before installing the rings, it is important to measure ring gap. Multiple Choice a 4.Which of the following should be used to measure ring gap? a. thickness gauge b. dial indicator c. plug gauge d. tape measure c 5. When checking ring gap, how far should the ring be placed into the cylinder? a. 2 inches b. 2 centimeters c. 1 inch d. 1 centimeter Short Answer 6. What tool is used when placing the piston into the cylinder? ring compressor

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7. How much torque should be placed on the rod cap screws? 100 inch pounds

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – I Answer Key for CEV Video #883

True or False F 1. The tappets do not need lubrication before installation. Lubricate both the intake and exhaust tappet. T 2. The camshaft has an index mark which should be aligned with the mark on the crank gear. Short Answer 3. How are the oil slinger and governor operated? by teeth on the cam gear 4. In order to avoid oil leaks, it is important to do what when installing the sump? Replace the gasket and do not over tighten the sump bolts.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I Answer Key for CEV Video #883

True or False F 1. The oil slinger should be installed before the camshaft.

The oil slinger fits on the camshaft, so the camshaft should be installed first.

T 2. All three journals on the crankshaft should be lubricated before installing. F 3. Piston rings are identical and can be installed in any order. The piston rings should be installed in the proper order. F 4. A ring expander is used to place the piston back into the cylinder. A ring compressor is used to place the piston in the cylinder.

Short Answer 5. What should be aligned with the metal tab on the connecting rod ? the notch on the top of the piston 6. What is the function of the lobes on the camshaft ? to raise and lower the tappets 7. Why is it important to align the mark on the camshaft with the mark on the crank gear ? to ensure proper engine timing 8. What tool is used to measure ring gap ? thickness gauge

Multiple Choice a 9. The oil slinger is found on what type of engine ? a. vertically shafted engines b. horizontally shafted engines c. all engines have an oil slinger d. none of the above

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b 10. What tool is used to tighten the rod cap screws ? a. a box end wrench b. an inch pounds torque wrench c. a foot pounds torque wrench d. either b or c are correct

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I

Supplement for CEV Video #883 Small Gas Engine Assembly - I is the first in a three-art series on the proper techniques and procedures necessary for the assembly of a 5 horsepower Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 engine. This series incorporates CEV’s VideoActive format, which creates an interactive learning environment by incorporating questions and discussion into each program. Sections are color and numerically coded to make selection or review of a topic much easier and faster. Following each section, a short quiz is presented. A comprehensive final quiz is presented at the end of the tape. This teaching guide contains copy-ready student quizzes, a teacher’s key, and an outline for performing the assembly procedures demonstrated in this tape. Skills Demonstrated: Dr. David Lawver, Associate Professor of Agricultural Education and Communications at Texas Tech University, demonstrates installation of the crankshaft, checking ring gap, assembly and installation of the piston and rings, tappets, camshaft, oil slinger, and sump. Dr. Lawver emphasizes the importance of removing all gasket residue and lubricating all bearing surfaces. It is recommended that this video be used with the repair/service manual published by the manufacturer. Because this tape focuses on one particular engine model from Briggs and Stratton, a condensed table of specifications is provided in this guide. However, this table should not be used in place of the complete discussion found in the manufacturer’s repair manual. This teaching guide follows the tape presentation. The assembly outline briefly describes the procedures performed and includes remarks concerning the tools that are used to complete the procedure and any special instructions are listed. This format enables the viewer to follow along with the tape, and it serves as a guide when performing the assembly procedures after viewing the tape.

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TABLE OF ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

(for Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 Engine) ARMATURE AIR GAP .006-.010 IN. VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE .005-.007 IN. EXHAUST .007-.009 IN. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FLYWHEEL NUT 55 FT. LBS. CYLINDER HEAD 140 IN. LBS. CONNECTING ROD 100 IN. LBS. CRANKSHAFT REJECT SIZE MAG JOURNAL .873 IN. CRANKPIN JOURNAL .996 IN. PTO JOURNAL 1.060 IN. CAM GEAR JOURNAL REJECT SIZE .498 IN. CYLINDER BORE STANDARD SIZE 2.6885 (2.6875) IN. RING GAP REJECT SIZE OIL .045 IN. COMPRESSION .035 IN. SPARK PLUG GAP .030 IN. CRANKSHAFT END PLAY .002 - .030 IN. PISTON (WRIST) PIN REJECT SIZE .489 IN.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - I

Tools and equipment needed: gasket scraper, grease, long nose pliers, plastic mallet, punch, thickness gauge, ring compressor, motor oil, inch pound torque wrench, 3/8” socket, speed wrench handle.

Procedure Remarks Remove head gasket residue Use gasket scraper; rinse engine with hot, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Install crankshaft Grease all bearing surfaces

Assemble piston Metal tab on connecting rod should align with notch on top of piston; use plastic mallet to tap wrist pin through piston and connecting rod, then use punch to complete; attach keeper ring with long nose pliers. Check ring gap Use thickness gauge; insert ring one inch into cylinder using piston head. Install rings on piston Install in proper order and direction (oil ring on bottom and then compression rings). Lubricate cylinder wall Use grease. Position piston rings Ring gaps should be evenly spaced around the piston. Place piston in cylinder Dip piston head in motor oil; use ring compressor. Install rod cap Lubricate connecting rod bearing surface and rod cap; properly align rod cap; torque rod cap bolts to 100 inch pounds. Install tappets Lubricate tappet shafts; replace in proper position. Install camshaft Align timing mark on camshaft with mark on crankshaft gear; lubricate bearing surfaces.

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Install oil slinger Slip over end of cam gear; align teeth of oil slinger with cam gear teeth. Install sump Install new sump gasket; lubricate bearing surfaces in sump; use 3/8” socket and speed wrench handle; alternately tighten bolts.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II Supplement for #884

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II

Supplement for CEV Video #884

Goal:

To understand the proper steps needed to assemble a small gas engine. Objectives: 1. to be able to correctly install the valves 2. to learn how to properly assemble the armature and flywheel 3. to learn the proper steps in installing the cylinder head

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – II

Video Quiz I True or False _____ 1. It is important to lubricate the valves before returning them to the engine. _____ 2. The strongest spring should be placed on the intake valve. Multiple Choice _____ 3. Which of the following is used to install the valves and valve springs?

a. thickness gauge b. valve spring compressor c. dial indicator d. plug gauge

Short Answer 4. Why is it important to check valve-to-tappet clearance after installing the valves?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II Video Quiz II

True or False _____ 1. It is important to check the flywheel key for damage. Multiple Choice _____ 2. Which of the following is used to set the armature air gap? a. thickness gauge b. plug gauge c. dial indicator _____ 3. Where is the strong magnet located? a. on the armature b. on the flywheel c. in the blower housing Short Answer 4. When attaching the clutch assembly, it should be torqued to what specification? 5. Why is the armature air gap important?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II Video Quiz III

True or False _____ 1. The original cylinder head gasket should be reused. _____ 2. Gasket residue should be completely removed from the cylinder head. Short Answer 3. When following the specified torque sequence, what torque should be used? 4. Why is it important to torque cylinder head bolts in a specified sequence?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II Final Video Quiz

True or False _____ 1. The flywheel must be installed before the armature. _____ 2. The correct armature air gap is necessary to achieve proper spark in the cylinder. _____ 3. The flywheel key should be checked for damage before installing. _____ 4. Always use the original head gasket when installing the cylinder head. Short Answer 5. What tool is used to hold the flywheel when tightening the clutch assembly? nut? 6. When tightening the cylinder head bolts, why is it important to use the manufacturer’s recommended torque sequence? 7. Where is the strong magnet located? 8. When replacing the valves, the stronger spring should be placed on which valve? Multiple Choice _____ 9. What tool is used to tighten the cylinder head bolts? a. a socket and ratchet b. a foot pounds torque wrench c. an inch pounds torque wrench d. a box end wrench _____ 10. Which of the following is used to check valve-to-tappet clearance? a. valve gauge b. thickness gauge

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c. dial indicator d. flat blade screwdriver

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – II

Answer Key for CEV Video #884 True or False T 1. It is important to lubricate the valves before returning them to the engine. F 2. The strongest spring should be placed on the intake valve. The strongest spring (if there is a difference) should be placed on in

exhaust valve. Multiple Choice b 3.Which of the following is used to install the valves and valve springs? a. thickness gauge b. valve spring compressor c. dial indicator d. plug gauge Short Answer 4. Why is it important to check valve-to-tappet clearance after installing the valves? To ensure they meet recommended specifications.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – II

Answer Key for CEV Video #884 True or False T 1. It is important to check the flywheel key for damage. Multiple Choice a 2. Which of the following is used to set the armature air gap? a. thickness gauge b. plug gauge c. dial indicator b 3. Where is the strong magnet located? a. on the armature b. on the flywheel c. in the blower housing Short Answer 4. When attaching the clutch assembly, it should be torqued to what specification? 55 foot pounds 5. Why is the armature air gap important? assists in proper spark for ignition

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – II

Answer Key for CEV Video #884 True or False F 1. The original cylinder head gasket should be reused.

A new head gasket should always be used. T 2. Gasket residue should be completely removed from the cylinder head. Short Answer 3. When following the specified torque sequence, what torque should be used? First, torque the screws to 100 inch pounds, then to 140 inch pounds. 4. Why is it important to torque cylinder head bolts in a specified sequence? To limit the possibility of warping the head, which could cause a blown head gasket.

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Small Gas Engine Assembly - II

Answer Key for CEV Video #884

True or False F 1. The flywheel must be installed before the armature.

The Armature is installed first, then the flywheel. T 2. The correct armature air gap is necessary to achieve proper spark in the cylinder. T 3. The flywheel key should be checked for damage before installing. F 4. Always use the original head gasket when installing the cylinder head. always use a new head gasket Short Answer 5. What tool is used to hold the flywheel when tightening the clutch assembly nut? a flywheel holder 6. When tightening the cylinder head bolts, why is it important to use the manufacturer’s recommended torque sequence?

To limit the possibility of warping the head, which could cause a blown head gasket.

7. Where is the strong magnet located? on the flywheel 8. When replacing the valves, the stronger spring should be placed on which valve? exhaust valve

Multiple Choice c 9. What tool is used to tighten the cylinder head bolts? a. a socket and ratchet b. a foot pounds torque wrench c. an inch pounds torque wrench d. a box end wrench b 10. Which of the following is used to check valve-to-tappet clearance? a. valve gauge

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b. thickness gauge c. dial indicator d. flat blade screwdriver

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II

Supplement for CEV Video #884

Small Gas Engine Assembly - II is the second in a three part series on the proper techniques and procedures necessary for the assembly of a 5 horsepower, Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 engine. This series incorporates CEV’s VideoActive format, which has been designed to create an interactive learning environment by incorporating questions and discussion into each program. Color and numeric coding for each section make selection of a desired topic or review of specific information much easier and faster. Following each section, a short quiz will be presented. A comprehensive ten question final quiz will be presented at the end of the tape. Included in this teaching guide are corresponding copy-ready student quizzes, a teacher’s key and an outline for performing the assembly procedures demonstrated in this tape. In this tape, Dr. David Lawver, Associate Professor of Agricultural Education and Communications at Texas Tech University, demonstrates installation of the valves, armature, flywheel, and cylinder head. He also provides instruction on checking valve-to-tappet clearance and setting the armature air gap. It is recommended that this tape be used with the repair and service manual published by the manufacturer. Because this tape focuses on one particular engine model from Briggs and Stratton, a condensed table of specifications is provided in this guide. However, this table should not be used in place of the complete discussion found in the manufacturer’s repair manual. This teaching guide is designed to follow the material as it is presented in the tape. The guide is presented in outline form so that it briefly describes the procedures performed. Next to each procedure, remarks concerning the tools that are used to complete the procedure and any special instructions are listed. This format enables the viewer to follow along with the tape and it serves as a guide when performing the assembly procedures after viewing the tape.

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TABLE OF ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

(for Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 Engine) ARMATURE AIR GAP .006-.010 IN. VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE .005-.007 IN. EXHAUST .007-.009 IN. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FLYWHEEL NUT 55 FT. LBS. CYLINDER HEAD 140 IN. LBS. CONNECTING ROD 100 IN. LBS. CRANKSHAFT REJECT SIZE MAG JOURNAL .873 IN. CRANKPIN JOURNAL .996 IN. PTO JOURNAL 1.060 IN. CAM GEAR JOURNAL REJECT SIZE .498 IN. CYLINDER BORE STANDARD SIZE 2.6885 (2.6875) IN. RING GAP REJECT SIZE OIL .045 IN. COMPRESSION .035 IN. SPARK PLUG GAP .030 IN. CRANKSHAFT END PLAY .002 - .030 IN. PISTON (WRIST) PIN REJECT SIZE .489 IN.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - II

Tools and equipment needed: valve spring compressor, flat blade screwdriver, thickness gauge, 1/4” nutdriver, 15/16” socket, foot pounds torque wrench, flywheel holder, individual thickness gauge, gasket scraper, speed wrench handle, 1/2” socket, inch pounds torque wrench

_________________________________ Procedure Remarks Install valves and springs Use valve spring compressor; stronger spring goes on exhaust valve; lubricate valve stems. Check valve-to-tappet clearance Use thickness gauge; measure both intake and exhaust tappet clearance; piston should be 1/4” down on the power stroke. Install armature Install in proper direction; use 1/4” nutdriver; attach kill wires. Install flywheel key and flywheel Replace flywheel key if damaged; align flywheel with key; rotate flywheel magnet away from armature. Install clutch assembly Torque flywheel nut to 55 feet pounds; use flywheel holder, 15/16” socket and foot pounds torque wrench. Set armature air gap Align flywheel magnet with the armature; use individual thickness gauge and 1/4” nutdriver. Install cylinder head Use gasket scraper and remove residue from cylinder head; install new head gasket; replace longer bolts in correct location if applicable; use speed wrench handle and 1/2” socket to run bolts down; use manufacturer’s recommended torque sequence; use inch pounds torque wrench and 1/2” socket to torque bolts to 100 inch pounds then 140 inch pounds.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III Supplement for #885

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III

Supplement for CEV Video #885

Goal:

To understand the proper steps needed to assemble a small gas engine. Objectives: 1. to be able to properly install the crankcase breather and spark plug

2. to learn how to assemble the muffler, carburetor, and blower housing

3. to learn the proper techniques needed to attach the air filter and fuel tank

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – III

Video Quiz I

True or False ____1. When attaching the crankcase breather, it is important to replace the gasket and not over tighten the bolts. ____2. The spark plug gap does not have to be measured on new spark plugs. Multiple Choice ____3. Which of the following is used to replace the spark plug in the engine?

a. screwdriver b. adjustable wrench c. spark plug socket wrench d. any socket wrench

Short Answer 4. When checking the electrode on the spark plug, what tool is used to measure the spark plug gap? 5. What connects the spark plug to the secondary winding of the armature?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III Video Quiz II

True or False ____1. The shouldered bolts used to attach the muffler prevent damage to the muffler during assembly. ____2. It is important to replace all gaskets and O-Rings before installing the carburetor. ____ 3. The governor and choke linkages attach to the muffler. Short Answer 4. What must be set to lock the muffler bolts in place? 5. The kill switches should be off in order to check what?

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Small Gas Engine Assembly - III Video Quiz III

True or False ____1. The fuel tank should be at least half full before starting the engine to ensure a good air-fuel mixture. ____2. Overfilling the oil will not cause any problems. Short Answer 3. What is special about the gasket on the breather (air filter) plate? 4. What seals the oil tube into the engine block? 5. On vertically shafted engines, what purpose does a lawn mower blade serve?

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III Final Video Quiz

True or False _____ 1. All mufflers are screwed into the engine block. _____ 2. The blower housing must be installed before testing a Magnetron-type ignition. _____ 3. The spark plug gap on a new spark plug should be measured before installation. _____ 4. The blower housing should always be installed before the fuel tank. Short Answer 5. What is the purpose of using shouldered bolts on the muffler? 6. Where do the mechanical governor and choke linkages attach? 7. To ensure proper air-fuel mixture, how much fuel should be in the tank before starting the engine? 8. The spark plug wire connects the spark plug to what part of the armature? Multiple Choice _____ 9. What tool is used to measure spark plug gap?

a. thickness gauge b. flat blade screwdriver c. spark plug gauge d. either a or c are correct

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_____ 10. What prevents the muffler bolts from loosening due to heat and vibration?

a. lock washers b. locking tabs c. torque to specifications d. using shouldered bolts

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Answer Key for CEV Video #885

True or False T 1. When attaching the crankcase breather, it is important to replace the gasket and not over tighten the bolts. F 2. The spark plug gap does not have to be measured on new spark plugs.

Always check the gap, even on new spark plugs. If a spark plug has been dropped, the electrode might have bent slightly and narrowed its gap. New plugs may also have been manufactured with an improper gap.

Multiple Choice c 3. Which of the following is used to replace the spark plug in the engine?

a. screwdriver b. adjustable wrench c. spark plug socket wrench d. any socket wrench

Short Answer 4. When checking the electrode on the spark plug, what tool is used to measure the spark plug gap? spark plug gauge is preferred, or thickness gauge 5. What connects the spark plug to the secondary winding of the armature? spark plug wire

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – III

Answer Key for CEV Video #885 True or False T 1. The shouldered bolts used to attach the muffler prevent damage to the muffler during assembly. T 2. It is important to replace all gaskets and O-Rings before installing the carburetor. F 3. The governor and choke linkages attach to the muffler. These parts attach to the carburetor. Short Answer 4. What must be set to lock the muffler bolts in place? The tabs must be bent over. 5. The kill switches should be off in order to check what? Ignition

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly – III Answer Key for CEV Video #885

True or False T 1. The fuel tank should be at least half full before starting the engine to ensure a good air-fuel mixture. F 2. Overfilling the oil will not cause any problems. Short Answer 3. What is special about the gasket on the breather (air filter) plate? it has an adhesive backing 4. What seals the oil tube into the engine block? an O-ring 5. On vertically shafted engines, what purpose does a lawn mower blade serve? acts as a supplemental flywheel

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Small Gas Engine Assembly - III Answer Key for CEV Video #885

True or False F 1. All mufflers are screwed into the engine block.

Some mufflers are screwed directly to the engine block; others, like the one in this video, are attached by bolts.

T 2. The blower housing must be installed before testing a magnetron-type ignition. T 3. The spark plug gap on a new spark plug should be measured before installation. F 4. The blower housing should always be installed before the fuel tank. On some engines, the fuel tank should be installed first. Short Answer 5. What is the purpose of using shouldered bolts on the muffler? They prevent damage to the muffler due to over tightening. 6. Where do the mechanical governor and choke linkages attach? To the carburetor 7. To ensure proper air-fuel mixture, how much fuel should be in the tank before starting the engine? at least half a tank 8. The spark plug wire connects the spark plug to what part of the armature? the secondary winding Multiple Choice d 9. What tool is used to measure spark plug gap?

a. thickness gauge b. flat blade screwdriver c. spark plug gauge d. either a or c are correct

b 10. What prevents the muffler bolts from loosening due to heat and vibration?

a. lock washers b. locking tabs

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c. torque to specifications d. using shouldered bolts

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III

Supplement for CEV Video #885 Small Gas Engine Assembly - III is the third in a three-part series on the proper techniques and procedures necessary for the assembly of a 5 horsepower, Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 engine. This series incorporates CEV’s VideoActive format, which creates an interactive learning environment by incorporating questions and discussion into each program. Each section is color and numeric coded to make selection or review of a desired topic easier and faster. Following each section, a short quiz is presented. A comprehensive ten question final quiz is presented at the end of the tape. Included in this teaching guide are corresponding copy-ready student quizzes, a teacher’s key, and an outline for performing the assembly procedures demonstrated in this tape. In part three of this series, Dr. David Lawver, Associate Professor of Agricultural Education and Communications at Texas Tech University, will demonstrate the installation of the crankcase breather, spark plug, muffler, carburetor, and blower housing. Dr. Lawver also checks the ignition system for proper operation and completes the reassembly procedure with the installation of the oil tube, air filter and fuel tank. The engine is then started and tested for proper operation. It is recommended that this tape be used with the repair and service manual published by the manufacturer. Because this tape focuses on one particular engine model from Briggs and Stratton, a condensed table of specifications is provided in this guide. However, this table should not be used in place of the complete discussion found in the manufacturer’s repair manual. This teaching guide follows the material as it is presented in the tape. The guide is presented in outline form that briefly describes the procedures performed and includes remarks concerning the tools used or any special instructions. This format enables the viewer to follow along with the tape and it serves as a guide when performing the assembly procedures after viewing the video.

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TABLE OF ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

(for Briggs and Stratton Model 124702 Engine) ARMATURE AIR GAP .006-.010 IN. VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE .005-.007 IN. EXHAUST .007-.009 IN. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FLYWHEEL NUT 55 FT. LBS. CYLINDER HEAD 140 IN. LBS. CONNECTING ROD 100 IN. LBS. CRANKSHAFT REJECT SIZE MAG JOURNAL .873 IN. CRANKPIN JOURNAL .996 IN. PTO JOURNAL 1.060 IN. CAM GEAR JOURNAL REJECT SIZE .498 IN. CYLINDER BORE STANDARD SIZE 2.6885 (2.6875) IN. RING GAP REJECT SIZE OIL .045 IN. COMPRESSION .035 IN. SPARK PLUG GAP .030 IN. CRANKSHAFT END PLAY .002 - .030 IN. PISTON (WRIST) PIN REJECT SIZE .489 IN.

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Small Gas Engine: Assembly - III

Tools and equipment needed: speed wrench handle, wire spark plug gauge, spark plug socket, ratchet, 7/16” socket, punch, plastic mallet, 3/8” socket, ignition spark tester, 1/4” nutdriver, oil, gasoline

Procedure Remarks Install crankcase breather Install and align new gasket; use speed wrench handle and socket. Check spark plug Use a new spark plug; inspect electrodes; use a wire spark plug gauge to set spark plug gap. Install spark plug Use spark plug socket with ratchet; do not over tighten; attach spark plug wire. Install muffler Install new gasket; replace bolts and keeper; use 7/16” socket and ratchet; use punch and plastic mallet to lock tabs in place. Install carburetor and linkages Install new gaskets and O-rings; reconnect linkages; do not bend linkages; use 3/8” socket and speed wrench handle. Install blower housing Use speed wrench handle and socket; pull starter rope to check proper operation of rewind starter. Check ignition Use ignition spark tester; disengage all kill switches. Install oil dipstick and oil tube Use 1/4” nutdriver. Install breather plate and breather Install new gasket on carburetor; use 1/4” nutdriver to attach breather plate; install new air breather; replace cover using a 1/4” nutdriver or flat blade screwdriver. Install fuel tank Use 1/4” nutdriver; use speed wrench handle and socket; attach shroud; attach fuel hose. Fill with oil and fuel Add oil to proper level; fuel tank should be at least half full.

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Start engine Clamp or stabilize engine; disengage all kill switches; pull starter rope.

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Small Gas Engines: Assembly Supplement for DVD CEV80883

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Web Sites for Small Gas Engines: Assembly

Do It Yourself Network: Engine Projects http://www.diynet.com/DIY/projectIndexDetail/0,2041,AUTO_1387,FF.html Tractor Manuals http://www.tractor-manuals.com Briggs & Stratton http://www.briggsandstratton.com Small Tractor FAQ http://www.andrew.cmu.edu/user/kb13/maint_sb.htm Tractor Maintenance Record Keeping http://www.farmideas.co.uk/guide/yoursforfree.HTM Do It Yourself Guide http://www.jackssmallengines.com/do_it_home.html Disassembly of Lawn Mower Engine http://www.lawn-mower-shop.com/titlesli.htm Small Engines http://www.small-engines.com Tecumseh Engines http://www.tecumseh.com Kohler Engines http://www.kohlerengines.com Kawasaki http://www.kawasaki.com/

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