Multiquip MVC-82VHW manual Rules and Regulations, General Safety

RULES AND REGULATIONS

WARNING — Read This Manual

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.

GENERAL SAFETY

„ DO NOT operate or service this equipment before reading this entire manual.

„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 when under medication.

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

„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.

„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.

„Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized equipment modification will void all warranties.

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

„ALWAYS check the equipment for loosened threads or bolts before starting.

„NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing engine or pump.

„ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before

adding fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot components can cause serious burns.

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

restricted it will cause serious damage to the equipment or engine and may cause injury

to people and property. Remember the engine 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

equipment. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.

„NEVER operate the equipment in an

explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.

„DO NOT top-off fuel tank. Topping-off is dangerous as it causes fuel to spill.

„ALWAYS store the equipment in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children.

„NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage may occur.

„NEVER leave the equipment unattended with the engine running.Turn off engine when unattended.

„CAUTION must always be observed while servicing this equipment. Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted.

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