General Safety Instructions - Yardworks YW1000DW Instruction Manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) WORK AREA
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate pumps in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Pumps create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a pump. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Pump plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) pumps. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the pump. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) When operating a pump outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a pump. Do not use a
pump while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating pumps may result in serious personal injury.
b) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying pumps
with your finger on the switch or plugging in pumps that have the switch on invites accidents.
c) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the pump on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the pump may result in personal injury.
d) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4) PUMP USE AND CARE
a) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing pumps. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the pump accidentally.
b) Maintain pumps. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the pumps operation. If damaged, have the pump repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained pumps.
c) Use the pump, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of pump, taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the pump for operations different from intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your pump serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the pump is maintained.
b) If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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