MULTIQUIP Whiteman Series Operation Manual page 10

FUEL SAFETY (GASOLINE MODELS ONLY)
DANGER
„ DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can
cause an explosion if ignited.
„ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
„ ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
„ DO NOT fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
„ DO NOT overfi ll the tank, since spilled fuel can ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system.
„ Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and fl ames.
„ NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
„ 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.
GENERATOR SAFETY
If using a generator to power the mixer, refer
to the applicable generator manual safety
information section.
ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY
(ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY)
NOTICE
„ Operate the electric motor only at the specifi ed voltage
indicated on the nameplate.
„ NEVER spray water onto the electric motor.
„ ALWAYS disconnect the AC power plug from the power
source before moving the mixer.
„ ALWAYS make sure the ON/OFF switch
on the electric motor is in the OFF position
when not in use and before inserting the
mixer's power plug into an AC receptacle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Power Cord/Cable Safety
DANGER
„ NEVER let power cords or cables lay in water.
„ NEVER use damaged or worn cables or cords when
connecting the equipment to a generator. Inspect the
insulation for cuts.
„ NEVER grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
„ Make sure power cables are securely connected.
Incorrect connections may cause electrical shock and
damage to the mixer.
CAUTION
„ Ensure that cables and cords will not be tripped over or
trapped underneath the mixer.
NOTICE
„ ALWAYS make certain that the proper power or
extension cord has been selected for the job.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
CAUTION
„ NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
„ ALWAYS make sure forklift forks are inserted as far as
possible into the pockets (if applicable) when lifting the mixer.
„ ALWAYS shut down the engine before transporting.
„ NEVER lift the equipment while the engine is running.
„ Tighten the fuel tank cap securely and close the fuel
cock to prevent fuel from spilling.
„ DO NOT lift the machine to unnecessary heights.
„ ALWAYS tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.
„ NEVER tip the engine to extreme angles during lifting
as this may cause oil to gravitate into the cylinder head,
making the engine diffi cult to start.