Briggs & Stratton 205051GS - Manual (Page 6)

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WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
NEVER operate generator without protective housing or
covers.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that
may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
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CAUTION
Installing the control panel’s 15A fuse could
cause the engine to start.
DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has
been completed and inspected.
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CAUTION
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessive load will cause engine shutdown..
DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at
governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
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CAUTION
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor
oil.
Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in
certain laboratory animals.
Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.
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NOTICE
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can
damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.
See Essential Circuits.
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
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NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or
contact Briggs and Stratton.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air
is critical to correct generator operation.
The Coolant Fill, Battery and Control Panel doors must be
installed whenever the unit is running.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt, or corrosive vapors.
Despite the safe design of the home generator, operating
this equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or
being careless can cause possible injury or death.
DO NOT start engine with air cleaner base removed.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
DO NOT use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
Stepping on the unit can cause stress and break parts.
This may result in dangerous operating conditions from
leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and
disconnect them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
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