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SAFETY
Recognize Safety Information
This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to
the potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe servicing
practices.
Understand Signal Words
A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—
is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER
identifies the most serious hazards.
DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near
specific hazards. General precautions are listed on
CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention
to safety messages in this manual.
Replace Safety Signs
Replace missing or damaged safety signs. See the
machine operator's manual for correct safety sign
placement.
WARNING: California Proposition 65
Warning
Gasoline engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Handle Fluids Safely-Avoid Fires
Be Prepared For Emergencies
When you work around fuel, do not smoke or work near
heaters or other fire hazards.
Store flammable fluids away from fire hazards. Do not
incinerate or puncture pressurized containers.
Make sure machine is clean of trash, grease, and
debris.
Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn
spontaneously.
Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital, and fire department near your
telephone.
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.
Prolonged
exposure to
impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing
protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to
protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud
noises.
loud noise can
cause
2/11/98
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