Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS

PLEASE OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INTRUCTIONS ON THE ENGINE AND IN THIS MANUAL. ABOVE ALL USE COMMON SENSE.

If in doubt - ask the instructor brfore you hurt yourself, or damage any tools or equipment.

Observe the following safety precautions when working on this engine:

1. Always remove wire from spark plug before working on the engine or equipment.

2. Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.
3. Do not tamper with springs, links or any other parts that may increase the governed engine speed.
4. Do not modify this engine in any way.

5. All equipment covers and guards for exposed drive components should be replaced before starting this engine.

6. Ensure that all fuel and oil has been removed from the engine.
7. Source: Briggs & Stratton Corporation

   Other Tips & Hints

8. Ensure that all parts are neatly stored in the appropriate containers as they are removed, otherwise re-assembly of the engine could be very difficult.
9. Carefully follow this guide and ask questions if anything is unclear.
10. Recall that all fasteners (ie. bolts, nuts, and screws are removed by turning them in a counter-clockwise direction, and tightened by turning them in a clockwise direction.)