California Proposition 65; Thank You; Where To Find Us; For Future Reference - Briggs & Stratton 12kW Installation And Operation Manual

California Proposition 65

WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including used
engine oil, which is known to the State of California to
cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go
to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton®
generator. We are pleased that you have placed your
confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated
and maintained according to the instructions in this manual,
your generator will provide many years of dependable
service.
This manual contains safety information to make you aware
of the hazards and risks associated with standby generators
and how to avoid them. This product is only for use as an
optional generator system which provides an alternate
source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating,
refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when
stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort or
inconvenience.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that must be obeyed during installation,
operation, and maintenance of the generator and batteries.
This generator system requires professional installation
before use. The installer must obey the instructions
completely.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to find support and service for
your equipment. There are many authorized service dealers
worldwide that provide quality service. You can also contact
Customer Service by phone at 800-732-2989 between 8:00
AM and 5:00 PM central time or click on Dealer Locator
at www.briggsandstratton.com, which provides a list of
authorized dealers.

For Future Reference

Please fill out the information below and keep with your
receipt. Have this information at hand if it becomes necessary
to contact your installer or authorized dealer regarding service
or repair of the unit.
Date of Purchase: ________________________________
Dealer / Retailer: _________________________________
Dealer's / Retailer's Phone Number: __________________
GENERATOR:
Model Number: ____________________________
Model Revision: ____________________________
Serial Number: ____________________________
ENGINE:
Model Number: __________________________________
Serial Number: ___________________________________

Important Safety Instructions

Every effort has been made to make sure that the information
in this manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve
the right to change, or improve the product and this document
without notification.
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible
circumstance that can involve a hazard. The warnings in
this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are,
therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work
method or operating technique that the manufacturer does
not recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for
you and others. You must also make sure that the procedure,
work method or operating technique that you choose does not
render the equipment unsafe.

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

The safety alert symbol
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.

Safety Symbols and Meanings

Symbol
Safety alert symbol. Indicates a potential personal injury
hazard.
identifies safety information
Meaning
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