Operator Safety - Briggs & Stratton 490000 Bedienungsanleitung

Copyright © Briggs & Stratton Corporation, 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 Corporation 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
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
All packaging, used oil, and batteries should be recycled
according to applicable government regulations.

Operator Safety

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol ( ) is used to identify 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 a situation that could result in damage to the product.
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Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Symbol Meaning
Safety information about
hazards that can result in
personal injury.
Fire hazard
Shock hazard
Hot surface hazard
Thrown object hazard -
Wear eye protection.
Frostbite hazard
Amputation hazard -
moving parts
Thermal heat hazard
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.
Symbol Meaning
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before
operating or servicing the
unit.
Explosion hazard
Toxic fume hazard
Noise hazard - Ear protection
recommended for extended
use.
Explosion hazard
Kickback hazard
Chemical Hazard
Corrosive
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