Briggs & Stratton AA0101 WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, Starting engine creates sparking, International Symbols and Meanings, Oil, Manual

International Symbols and Meanings

Safety Alert	Choke	Read Operator's
		Manual
Oil	Fuel	Fuel Shutoff

Shift Position Start Position Stop

WARNING

Starting engine creates sparking.Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases.Explosion and fire could result, causing serious injury or death.•If there is natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine.•Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable.

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

•Be sure the shift selector is in the NEUTRAL position before attempting to start the outboard.

•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.

•Allow the cord to retract slowly.

WARNING

Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories.

Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result.

•Avoid contact with propeller. Keep people and pets away from propeller while the engine is operating.

•DO NOT run the outboard out of the water.•Operate equipment with guards in place.•Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.•Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

•Do not wear loose#fitting clothing, dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught.

•Keep lines, rigging and other equipment inside the boat.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat. Engine parts, especially the valve cover, engine block/cylinder and muffler, become extremely hot.

Severe thermal burns can occur on contact. Combustible debris can catch fire.•Allow muffler, engine cylinder, valve cover and fins to cool before touching.•Remove debris buildup from muffler area and cylinder area.

WARNING

DO NOT place your hand between the transom bracket and the transom of the boat when tilting the outboard. Severe amputation or laceration may occur.

Avoid burns from HOT engine components. Use only the tilt/carry handle at the rear of the outboard to tilt the outboard.

•Stop the engine before tilting.•Tilt the outboard slowly.•DO NOT transport the boat with the outboard in the UP position.

WARNING

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flam# mable and explosive.Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.WHEN ADDING FUEL•Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well#ventilated area.

•Do not fill the portable fuel tank while it is in the boat or inside a vehicle. ALWAYS place the tank on the ground when filling with gasoline.

•Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately 1#1/2 inches below top of neck to allow for fuel expansion.

•Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, smoking materials, heat, and other ignition sources.

•Do not smoke when refueling.

•Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.

•Locate the fuel tank in a position that keeps the vent higher than the fuel level.

WHEN STARTING ENGINE•Make sure spark plug, muffler and fuel cap are in place.•Line from fuel tank is correctly connected to the engine.•Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.•If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

•If engine floods, set choke to RUN position (choke open), place throttle in FAST position and crank until engine starts.

WHEN TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT•Transport outboard with transport valve in the OFF position.

WARNING

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.

Unintentional start#up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.

BEFORE PERFORMINGADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS• Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from spark plug.WHEN TESTING FOR SPARK•Use approved Briggs & Stratton Spark Plug Tester Part No. 19368.•Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.

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