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Copyright © Briggs & Stratton, LLC, Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.
This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and
risks associated with engines and how to avoid them. It also contains instructions
for the proper use and care of the engine. Because Briggs & Stratton, LLC does not
necessarily know what equipment this engine will power, it is important that you read
and understand these instructions and the instructions for the equipment.
Save these
original instructions for future reference.
Note:
The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and
may differ from your specific model. Contact your dealer if you have questions.
For replacement parts or technical assistance, record below the engine model, type,
and code numbers along with the date of purchase. These numbers are located on your
engine (see the
Features and Controls
section).
Date of Purchase
Engine Model - Type - Trim
Engine Serial Number
European Office Contact
Information
For questions regarding European emissions, please contact our European office at:
Max-Born-Straße 2, 68519 Viernheim, Germany
.
European Union (EU) Stage
V (5): Carbon Dioxide (CO
2
)
Values
Carbon dioxide values of Briggs & Stratton
®
EU Type-Approval Certificate engines can
be found by entering CO2 into the search window on BriggsandStratton.com.
Recycling Information
Recycle all packaging, used oil, and batteries according to
applicable government regulations.
Operator Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol
identifies safety information about hazards that can result
in personal injury. A signal word (
DANGER
,
WARNING
, or
CAUTION
) is used with the
alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a
hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGER
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will
result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could
result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could
result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates information considered important but not hazard-related.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Safety information about
hazards that can result in
personal injury.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before
operating or servicing the
unit.
Fire hazard
Explosion hazard
Shock hazard
Toxic fume hazard
Hot surface hazard
Noise hazard - Ear protection
recommended for extended
use.
Thrown object hazard -
Wear eye protection.
Explosion hazard
Frostbite hazard
Kickback hazard
Amputation hazard -
moving parts
Chemical hazard
Thermal heat hazard
Corrosive
Safety Messages
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton® Engines are not designed for and are not to be used to power:
fun-karts; go-karts; children's, recreational, or sport all-terrain vehicles (ATVs);
motorbikes; hovercraft; aircraft products; or vehicles used in competitive events not
sanctioned by Briggs & Stratton. For information about competitive racing products,
see www.briggsracing.com. For use with utility and side-by-side ATVs, please contact
Briggs & Stratton Power Application Center, 1-866-927-3349. Improper engine
application may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
When Adding Fuel
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel
cap.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do not fill above the
bottom of the fuel tank neck.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition
sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
When Starting Engine
• Make sure that spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner (if equipped) are in
place and secured.
• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If engine floods, set choke (if equipped) to OPEN / RUN position, move throttle (if
equipped) to FAST position and crank until engine starts.
When Operating Equipment
• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill.
