Multiquip SP2S20H20, SP213H20 manual Maintenance Safety, Saw Transportation Safety, Emergencies

MQ SP2 SLAB SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Maintenance Safety

zNEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.

zALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing.

zKeep the machinery in proper running condition.

zFix damage to the machine immediately and ALWAYS replace broken parts.

zDispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.

zDO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste.

Saw Transportation Safety

zUse appropriate lifting equipment to ensure the safe movement of the saw.

zDO NOT use the handle bars and/or front pointer as lifting points.

zWhen transporting of the saw is required, place saw directly inside towing vehicle truck-bed and tie-down securely. NEVER tow saw directly behind towing vehicle.

zDO NOT use the saw on slopes or on extremely un-level surfaces. An engine tipped to extreme angles may cause oil to gravitate into the cylinder head making the engine start difficult.

zNEVER transport the saw with the blade mounted.

Emergencies

zALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher.

zALWAYS know the location of the nearest first aid kit.

zIn emergencies 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.

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