Operating Safety - WACKER Group PG 2 Repair Manual

Safety Information
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Operating Safety

WARNING
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1.1.10 DO NOT stand under the machine while it is being hoisted or moved.
1.1.11 DO NOT attach equipment to the machine when it is suspended.
1.1.12 ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in the Operator's
1.1.13 ALWAYS be sure operator is familiar with proper safety precautions
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Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of
equipment. Equipment operated improperly or by untrained personnel
can be dangerous. Read the operating instructions contained in both
this manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the
location and proper use of all controls. Inexperienced operators should
receive instruction from someone familiar with the equipment before
being allowed to operate the machine.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper
training. People operating this equipment must be familiar with the
risks and hazards associated with it.
NEVER touch the engine or muffler while the engine is on or
immediately after it has been turned off. These areas get hot and may
cause burns.
NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by
Wacker. Damage to equipment and injury to the user may result.
NEVER pump volatile, flammable or low flash point fluids. These fluids
could ignite or explode.
NEVER pump corrosive chemicals or water containing toxic
substances. These
environmental hazards. Contact local authorities for assistance.
NEVER open the priming plug when the pump is hot. Never loosen or
remove inlet or discharge hose fittings when the pump is hot. Hot water
inside could be pressurized much like the radiator on an automobile.
Allow the pump to cool to the touch before loosening the plug and
before loosening or removing the inlet or discharge hose fittings.
NEVER open pump housing cover while pump is operating, or start
pump with the cover off. The rotating impeller inside the pump can cut
or sever objects caught in it.
NEVER block or restrict flow from inlet line or discharge line. Remove
kinks from discharge line before starting pump. Operation with a
blocked inlet line or discharge line can cause water inside pump to
overheat.
NEVER stand on the machine.
Manual before attempting to operate the equipment.
and operation techniques before using machine.
fluids could create
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serious health and