Honda Power Equipment BC100 manual Assembly Importance of Assembly, Important Safety Precautions

ASSEMBLY

THE IMPORTANCE OF ASSEMBLY

Proper assembly is essential to operator safety and the reliability of the machine. Any error or oversight made by the technician assembling and servicing a unit can easily result in faulty operation, damage to the machine, or injury to the operator.

Improper assembly can cause an unsafe condition that can cause your customer or others to be seriously hurt of killed.

Follow the procedures and precautions in installation instructions

and shop manuals carefully -

Some of the most important safety precautions are given below. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing this installation. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task

Failure to properly follow assembly instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow the procedures and precautions in this manual carefully.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

lMake sure you have a clear understanding of all basic shop safety practices and that you are wearing appropriate clothing and safety equipment. When performing this assembly, be especially careful of the following:

0Read the instructions before you begin and be sure you have the tools and skills required to perform the tasks safely.

lMake sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will help eliminate several potential hazards:

0 Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.

Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you run the engine.
Cl Burns from hot parts.	0
Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.

II Injury from moving parts.

Do not run the engine unless the instruction tells you to do so. Even then, keep your hands, fingers, and clothing away. Do not run the engine when any protective guard or shield is removed.

lTo reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline or batteries. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep all cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.

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