MP2 MASONRY SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING - READTHIS 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.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the MP2 Masonry Saw. Unless otherwise noted, these guidelines refer to saws with gasoline powered engines.
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 the saw 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 the saw under the influence or drugs or alcohol.
■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. Unauthorized equipment modification will void all warranties.
■Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ALWAYS check the saw for loosened threads or bolts before starting.
■NEVER operate the saw in an explosive atmosphere where fumes are present or near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.
■NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
Safety - Gasoline Powered Engines
■NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder.Allow these parts to cool before servicing the saw.
■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 saw (gasoline model only) requires an adequate free flow of cooling air. NEVER operate the saw 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 saw's engine and may cause injury to people. Remember the saw's engine gives off DEADLY carbon monoxide gas.
■ALWAYS stop the engine before servicing, adding fuel and oil.
■ALWAYS refuel in a
■ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with flammable liquids.When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool.
■NEVER smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot! engine.
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■ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor malfunction.
■NEVER run the engine without the air filter. Severe engine damage could occur. (Gasoline powered engines)
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