Safety Message Alert Symbols - MULTIQUIP QP-40TE Operations & Parts Manual

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.
NOTE

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,
WARNING, or CAUTION.
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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QP- 40TE — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and efficient
operation of the Multiquip Model
QP- 40TE Trash Pump. Refer to
the engine manufacturer's
instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.
Before using this pump, ensure
that the operating individual has
read and understands all
instructions in this manual.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Potential hazards associated with the QP-40TE Trash Pump
operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear
throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction
with Safety Message Alert Symbols.
Lethal Exhaust Gases
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 operations. 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