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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY
The safe operation of mechanical equipment
is partnership between the manufacturer and
the person who operates it. At Dimas we take
this partnership very seriously by designing our
equipment to be the safest and the most reliable
equipment available to do the job. To insure that
both the performance and safety features of the
equipment do the job, we work very closely with
our partners to develop and implement strong
maintenance and operator training programs.
From design, to manufacture, to operation,
to maintenance, it truly is the partnership
that keeps the equipment running smoothly,
efficiently, and most importantly, safety. Our
equipment comes with comprehensive manual
that covers operation, maintenance, parts and
safety specific to the tool. Always read and fully
understand all of the safety instructions given in
the manual before operating the equipment.
Safety messages
A safety message informs you about potential
hazards that could hurt you or others. Each
safety message is preceded by one of the
following three words: Danger, Warning, Or
caution.
Danger
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
Warning
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
Caution
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
Additional information as to the nature of the
hazard is provided by the following hazards
symbols, which appear throughout the manual
in conjunction with safety messages alert
symbols.
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Hazard Symbols
Explosive fuel!
Gasoline is extremely flammable and its
vapours can explode if ignited. Store gasoline
only approved containers, in well-ventilated,
unoccupied buildings, away from sparks or
flames. Do not fill the tank while the engine is
hot or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes in contact with hot parts or sparks from
ignition. Do not start the engine near spilled
fuel. Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
Hot parts!
Engine components can get extremely hot from
operation. To prevent severe burns, do not
touch these areas while the engine is running or
immediately after it is turned off. Never operate
the engine with heat shields or guards removed.
Rotating parts!
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
all moving parts to prevent injury. Never operate
the engine with covers, shrouds, or guards
removed.
Lethal Exhaust gasses!
Engine exhaust gasses contain poisonous carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is odourless.
Colourless can cause death if inhaled. Avoid
inhaling exhaust fumes, and never run the
engine in a closed building or confined area.
Over speed!
Never tamper with the governor components or
settings to increase the maximum speed. Severe
personal injury and damage to the engine or
equipment can result if operated at speeds
above maximum.
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