Vanguard 200 - General Information and Safety; Safety Messages; Hazard Symbols and Meanings

General Information
This manual contains the safety information about the hazards and risksrelatedto
the engine and how to prevent them.It also containsthe correctoperation and
maintenance of this engine.It is important that you read, understand, and obey these
instructions. Keepthis manual for future reference.
NOTE:The figures and illustrations in this manual are for information only and can be
different from your model. Use the figures thatalign withyour engine configuration. If it is
necessary, speak to an Authorized Service Dealer.
Record the date of purchase, engine model, type, trim, and the engine serial number
for replacement parts. These numbers are on your engine. Refer to the Features and
Controls section.
Date of Purchase
Engine Model - Type - Trim
Engine Serial Number
European Office Contact Information
For questions related to European emissions, contact our European office at:
Max-Born-Straße 2, 68519 Viernheim, Germany.
European Union (EU) Stage V (5): Carbon
Dioxide (CO2) Values
Enter CO2 in the search window on BriggsandStratton.com to find carbon dioxide values
of Briggs & Stratton EU Type-Approval Certificate engines.
Operator Safety
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol identifies safety information about hazards that could
result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used to
indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol
is 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.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Safety information about
hazards that can result in
personal injury.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual before
operating or servicing the
unit.
Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard
Shock Hazard Toxic Fume Hazard
Hot Surface Hazard Kickback Hazard
Amputation Hazard -
Moving Parts
Fuel Level - Maximum
Do Not Overfill
Safety Messages
WARNING
Briggs & Stratton® Engines are not designed for and are not to be used to power:
fun-karts; go-karts; children's, recreational, or sport all-terrain vehicles (ATVs);
motorbikes; hovercraft; aircraft products; or vehicles used in competitive events not
sanctioned by Briggs & Stratton. For information about competitive racing products, see
www.briggsracing.com. For use with utility and side-by-side ATVs, please contact Briggs
& Stratton Power Application Center, 1-866-927-3349. Incorrect engine use could result
in serious injury or death.
Recycling Information
Recycle all cartons, boxes, used oil, and batteries as
specified by government regulations.
Features and Controls
Engine Controls
Compare the callout letters in Figures 1, 2,and 3 to the engine controls in the list that
follows:
A. Engine Identification Numbers Model - Type - Code
B. Spark Plug
C. Fuel Tank and Cap
D. Air Cleaner
E. Starter Cord Handle
F. Oil Dipstick
G. Oil Fill
H. Oil Drain Plug
I. Muffler, Muffler Guard (if installed), Spark Arrester (if installed)
J.
Throttle Control / Fuel Shut-off / TransportGuard
™
K. Choke Control
L. Air Intake Grille
M. Electric Start Switch (if installed)
N. Reduction Unit (if installed)
Some engines and equipment have remote controls. See the equipment manual for the
location and operation of remote controls.
Engine Control Symbols and Meanings
Engine Speed - FAST Engine Speed - SLOW
Engine Speed - STOP ON - OFF
Engine Start
Choke CLOSED
Engine Start
Choke OPEN
Fuel Cap
Fuel Shut-off OPEN
Fuel Shut-off CLOSED
Assembly
Throttle Control Conversion
The standard engine has a manual throttle control. To operate the manual throttle
control, install a remote throttle control, or convert to a fixed speed. Refer to the
instructions that follow.
NOTE: The engine speed must be correct as specified by the equipment
manufacturer's performance specifications. Contact a Briggs & Stratton Authorized
Service Dealer for assistance.
6
Not for
Reproduction