Safety Alert Message Symbols - MULTIQUIP GAW-135H Operation And 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 CAUTI
CAUTI CAUTION CAUTI
You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow
these directions.
Potential hazards associated with the Multiquip GAW-135H
Portable Generator/Welder 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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GAW-135H — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide instructions for
the safe and efficient operation of the
Multiquip Model GAW-135H
Portable Generator/Welder. Refer
to the engine manufacturers
instructions for data relative to its safe
operation.
Before using this generator/welder,
ensure that the operating individual
has read and understands all
instructions in this manual.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Lethal Exhaust Gases
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.
Explosive Fuel
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
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.