Important Safety Instructions - Aztec ULTRAGRIND Owner's Manual

impoRtant safety instRUCtions

Read and observe all danGeR, WaRninG, and
CaUtion statements included in the owner's
manual and affixed to the machine. these
statements indicate that there is a possibility
of death, bodily injury, and damage to the
machine or property if these instructions are
ignored.
do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this machine. always store equipment
away from heater rooms, boilers, gas-fired
water heaters or any other source of open
flame. propane is highly flammable. always
store lpG tanks (full or empty) outside in
a secure, well ventilated area.
no smoKinG, no spaRKs, no flames
neaR Unit oR lpG tanK.
operate only in well ventilated areas. Buildings
must be provided with:
A. A continuous mechanical ventilation that
removes the products of combustion to the
outdoors of not less than 300 CFM for each
10,000 BTUH or fraction thereof; or
B. Natural ventilation of not less than 300 CFM for
each 10,000 BTUH input or a fraction thereof;
based on a maximum of one-quarter air
exchange per hour for the net building volume.
if you smell lpG gas, stop the unit and check for
leaks. also open windows, don't touch electrical
switches, extinguish any open flames. Call your
gas supplier if no leaks are found.
do not adjust the fuel system without the proper
analysis equipment.
this machine emits Co (carbon monoxide),
which is a colorless, odorless, non-irritating
gas. symptoms of Co exposure include
headache, drowsiness, dizziness and nausea.
if you experience any of these symptoms
during machine operation, immediately shut
off the machine and go outside for fresh air.
Have a qualified service technician test the
machine for Co emissions before using it again.
High exposure to Co may result in vomiting,
confusion, collapse, loss of consciousness and
muscle weakness.
call for emergency medical attention. do not
operate this machine or other propane powered
equipment until cleared to do so by a physician.
excessive exposure to Co can result in death.
never change or alter the propane control
components.
this machine is factory equipped with engine
components and emission controls that maintain
harmful exhaust emissions below certified acceptable
levels. never tamper, adjust, or remove any factory
installed engine components for purposes other than
maintenance, repair or replacement.
never tilt the equipment on its side for pad, belt
or brush replacement. it is designed to tilt back
on its rear wheel and handle for maintenance and
repair. a second person should aid in lifting and
securing equipment for repair.
never tilt & transport while engine is running.
Keep hands and feet clear of all moving parts.
never try to replace parts or repair equipment
with machine running.
turn the gas off at the tank to kill the engine.
Remove the lpG tank and store it in an approved
area when not in use. a "no smoKinG" sign should
be permanently displayed at the storage area.
always vent an over-full bottle using the tank's
bleed valve, out of doors away from all closed
places and away from any fire or flame producing
device. Vent until the white vapor turns clear.
this machine is intended for use with vapor
withdraw propane cylinders only. neVeR use
a liquid withdraw propane cylinder with this
equipment. do not overfill the cylinder. if the
regulator or regulator connection freezes, stop the
machine and take the cylinder outdoors. inspect
cylinder and purge the cylinder using the bleeder
valve if necessary.
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if such symptoms occur,