MULTIQUIP QP4TB Operation Manual page 7

FUEL SAFETY
DANGER
„ DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside a
truck bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion
or fi re due to static electricity.
„ DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can
cause an explosion if ignited.
„ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
„ ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
„ DO NOT fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
„ DO NOT overfi ll the fuel tank, as spilled fuel can ignite
if it comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks
from the ignition system.
„ Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and fl ames.
„ NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
„ DO NOT smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hot engine.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
BATTERY SAFETY (ELECTRIC START ONLY)
DANGER
„ DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„ DO NOT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases or liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
„ ALWAYS wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
„ Use well-insulated gloves when picking up
the battery.
„ ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„ DO NOT charge the battery if frozen. Battery can
explode. When frozen, warm the battery to at least
61°F (16°C).
„ ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gases.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid)
comes into contact with clothing or skin,
rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
„ ALWAYS disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the equipment.
„ ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.