Briggs & Stratton 203721GS Operator's Manual page 6

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
• Turn air compressor OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in
tank.
• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner are in place.
• DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
• DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to
spill.
• DO NOT spray flammable liquids, such as fuel or fuel oils.
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve
OFF.
• Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers,
or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR AIR
COMPRESSOR
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
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WARNING
Compressed air stream from hose or tank drain
can cause soft tissue damage to exposed skin
and can propel objects leading to severe injury
and / or property damage.
• DO NOT direct air stream at self or others.
• DO NOT attempt to repair air hose(s).
• Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side
shields.
WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.
• NEVER operate with protective covers / guards removed or
damaged.
• NEVER place hands or body parts inside of running unit or
hoses.
• 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
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to air compressor.
• DO NOT tamper with governed speed.
• DO NOT modify air compressor in any way.
NOTICE
Serious damage may result if the break-in instructions are
not closely followed.
• This procedure is required before the air compressor is put into
service and when the Check Valve or a complete compressor
pump has been replaced.
NOTICE
Serious damage may result if operating the unit with
insufficient oil. Check oil level daily or with each use.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
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