Safety Message Alert Symbols - MULTIQUIP Mikasa MVC-88VGH Operations & Parts Manual

MVC-88VGH/VGHW PLATE COMPACTOR — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS!
Safety precautions should be followed
at all times when operating this
equipment. Failure to read and
understand the Safety Messages and
Operating Instructions could result in
injury to yourself and others.
This manual has been developed to
provide complete instructions for the
safe and efficient operation of the MQ
Mikasa MVC-88VGH/VGHW Plate
NOTE
Compactor . Refer to the engine
manufacturer's instructions for data
relative to its safe operation.
Before using this plate compactor, ensure that the
operating individual has read and understood all
instructions in this manual.

SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words: DANGER,
DANGER DANGER DANGER
DANGER DANGER
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED
if you DO NOT follow these directions.
WARNING WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if
you DO NOT follow these directions.
CAUTI CAUTION CAUTI
CAUTI CAUTI
You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow
these directions.
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HAZARD SYMBOLS
Potential hazards associated with the operation of an
MVC-88VGH/VGHW Plate Compactor will be referenced
with Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this manual,
Lethal Exhaust Gases
and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety Message
Alert Symbols.
WARNING WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas
is colorless and odorless, and can
cause death if inhaled. NEVER operate
this equipment in a confined area or
enclosed structure that does not provide
ample free flow air.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and
its vapors can cause an explosion if
ignited. DO NOT start the engine near
spilled fuel or combustible fluids.
DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or
hot. DO NOT overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system. Store fuel in approved containers, in
well-ventilated areas and away from sparks and flames.
WARNING WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Engine components can generate extreme
heat. To prevent burns, DO NOT touch
these areas while the engine is running or
immediately after operation. Never operate
the engine with heat shields or heat guards
removed.
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
ALWAYS wear approved respiratory
protection when required.
Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards
Explosive Fuel Hazards
Burn Hazards
Respiratory Hazards