MULTIQUIP Whiteman WSC55 Series Operation And Parts Manual page 12

WARNING
 NEVER place hands or fingers inside the engine
compartment while the engine is running.
 NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or
guards removed.
 To prevent injury, keep fi ngers, hands, hair,
and clothing away from all moving parts.
 NEVER remove the engine oil drain bolt
while the engine is hot. Hot oil will gush out of the oil
tank and severely scald any persons in the area of the
spray cart.
CAUTION
 DO NOT leave the engine running while the
spray cart is unattended. ALWAYS turn off
the engine when unattended.
 DO NOT touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffl er, or
cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing the
equipment.
 DO NOT crank a fl ooded engine with the spark plug
removed. Fuel trapped in the cylinder may squirt out of
the spark plug opening.
NOTICE
 DO NOT run the engine without an air fi lter, or with a
dirty air fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur.
Service the air filter frequently to prevent engine
malfunction.
 DO NOT tamper with the factory settings
of the engine or engine governor. Damage
to the engine or equipment can result
if operating in speed ranges above the
maximum allowable.
FUEL SAFETY
DANGER
 NEVER 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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
 ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
 NEVER fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot.
 NEVER overfi ll the fuel 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, away from sparks and fl ames.
 NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
 NEVER smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion can result
from fuel vapors.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
WARNING
 NEVER attempt to lift the spray cart with chemicals
loaded on the platform. ALWAYS unload the chemical
platform before lifting the spray cart. Disconnect and
stow all hoses before lifting.
 When lifting the spray cart, make sure the rated lifting
capacity of the lifting equipment meets or exceeds the
weight of the spray cart. Make sure forklift forks are at
least 2/3 the length of the spray cart.
 The spray cart is heavy and awkward to move around.
NEVER attempt to lift the unit alone. ALWAYS use proper
heavy lifting procedures.
 BE CAREFUL when lifting the spray cart. A dropped
spray cart can cause serious personal injury and
damage to the equipment. NEVER lift the spray cart
to unnecessary heights. NEVER stand underneath the
spray cart while it is being lifted.
NOTICE
 DO NOT transport the equipment while the engine
is running. ALWAYS shut down the engine before
transporting.
 Tighten the fuel tank cap securely and close the fuel
valve lever while transporting the equipment to prevent
fuel from spilling.
 ALWAYS tie down equipment securely with rope during
transport.