Safety Precautions And Warnings - Sealey VS8700 Instructions Manual

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Safety Precautions and Warnings

WARNING! Ensure that Health and Safety, local authority and general
Workshop practice regulations are strictly adhered to.
DO NOT use the unit if it, or any attachment, is damaged.
If required, ensure that the vehicle to be worked on is adequately
supported with axle stands or ramps and is chocked.
Put transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL
(for manual transmission) and make sure the parking brake is engaged.
Wear approved eye protection. A full range of personal safety
equipment is available from your Sealey dealer.
Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. Do not wear jewellery and tie
back long hair.
WARNING! Use extreme caution when working around the ignition
coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components
create hazardous voltages when the engine is running.
DO NOT connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or
engine running.
Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/chemical/ electrical fires
nearby.
Account for all tools and parts being used and do not leave them on or
near the engine.
Keep code reader dry, clean and free from oil, water and grease. Use a
mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the tool.
Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated work area; exhaust gases are
poisonous.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer's service
instructions to establish the current procedure and data. These instructions
are provided as a guide only.
WARNING! The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed
in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It must be understood that common
sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be applied by the operator.
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