Multiquip MC94S manual MC94P/S Concrete Mixer Rules for Safe Operation, General Safety

MC94P/S CONCRETE MIXER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only!This equipment is for industrial use only.

The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the Multiquip MC94P/S Concrete Mixers:

GENERAL SAFETY

■DO NOT operate or service this equipment before readingthisentiremanual.

■This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18 years of age.

■NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel- toed boots and other protective devices required by the job.

■NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.

■NEVER operate this equipment under the influence or drugs or alcohol.

■Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read.

■ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts before starting.

■ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask) hearing and eye protection equipment when operating the mixer.

■NEVER! place hands inside the drum while the drum is rotating.

■NEVERtouchthehotexhaustmanifold, muffler or cylinder.Allow these parts to cool before servicing engine or mixer.

■HighTemperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot components can cause serious burns.

■The engine of this mixer requires an adequate free flow of cooling air. NEVER! operate the mixer in any enclosed or narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air

flow is restricted it will cause serious damage to the mixer or engine and may cause injury to people and property. Rememberthe mixer's engine (gasoline models only) gives off DEADLY gases.

■ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks and open flames.

■ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with flammable liquids. When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool. DO NOT smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.

■NEVER operate the mixer in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.

■Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.

■Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for engine technical questions or information.

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

■Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications.

MC94P/S CONCRETE MIXERS — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (03/06/09) — PAGE 9