Honda Power Equipment QP205SH manual General Safety, Pump Safety

DANGEROUS

GAS FUMES

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY

CAUTION

„NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective devices required by the job or city and state regulations.

„ NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or when under medication.

„NEVER operate this equipment under the infl uence of drugs or alcohol.

NOTICE

„This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older.

„Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become diffi cult read.

„Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifi cations. Unauthorized equipment modifi cation will void all warranties.

„NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.

„ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher.

„ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest first aid kit.

„ALWAYS know the location of the nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site. Also, know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency.

PUMP SAFETY

DANGER

„NEVER pump volatile, explosive, fl ammable or low fl ash point fl uids. These fl uids could ignite or explode.

„The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.

„The engine of this equipment requires an adequate free fl ow of cooling air. NEVER operate this equipment in any enclosed or narrow area

where free fl ow of the air is restricted. If the air fl ow is restricted it will cause injury to people and property and

serious damage to the equipment or engine.

„NEVER operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials.An explosion or fi re could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.

WARNING

„NEVER pump corrosive chemicals or water containing toxic substances. These fl uids could create serious health and environmental hazards. Contact local authorities for assistance.

„NEVER open the priming plug when pump

is hot. Hot water inside could be pressurized much like the radiator of an automobile. Allow pump to cool to the touch before loosening plug. The possibility exists of scalding, resulting in severe bodily harm.

„NEVER disconnect any emergency or safety devices. These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even death. Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties.

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