Safety Message Alert Symbols - MULTIQUIP QP40TH Parts And Operation 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:
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
WARNING:
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
CAUTION:
do not follow directions.
Potential hazards associated with the QP-40TH Centrifugal
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.
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QP40TH — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and efficient
operation of the Multiqui p Model
QP40TH Centrifugal Trash Pump.
Refer to the engine manufacturers
instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.
Before using these pumps,
ensure that the operating
individual has read
understands all instructions in
this manual.
You WILL be KILLED or
You CAN be KILLED or
You CAN be injured if you
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Lethal Exhaust Gases
and
Explosive Fuel
Burn Hazards
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.
Rotating Parts
NEVER operate equipment with covers, or
guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair and
clothing away from all moving parts to prevent
injury.
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.
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. NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.