Briggs & Stratton 040234, 40212 Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life., Starter and other rotating parts can entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories., Installing the 15A fuse could cause the engine to start.

SAFETY RULES
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CAUTION
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.
• 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.
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 Oil Fiil, Oil Drain and the Control Panel doors must be
installed whenever the unit is running.
• DO NOTexpose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or
corrosive vapors.
• Despite the safe design of the Home Generator System, operating
this equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or being
careless can cause possible injury or death.
• Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
NEVERwork on the equipment when you are physically or
mentally fatigued.
• DO NOTstart engine with air cleaner or air cleaner cover
removed.
• DO NOTinsert any objects through cooling slots.
• DO NOTuse 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.
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.
CAUTION
Installing the 15A fuse could cause the engine to
start.
• Observe that the 15 Amp fuse has been removed from the
control panel for shipping.
• DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has been
completed and inspected.
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.