Multiquip MQPower Whisperwatt Series DCA-300SSK - Manual (Page 8)

PAGE 8 — DCA-300SSK SERIES — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #4 (03/27/06)
This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and
efficient operation of the
MQ Power
Model DCA-400SSVU
Whisperwatt™ Generator.
Before using this generator, ensure that the operating
individual has read and understands all instructions in
this manual.
Safety precautions should be followed at all times when
operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the
Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in
injury to yourself and others.
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS
Potential hazards associated with the operation of this
equipment will be referenced with "
Hazard Symbols" which
appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in
conjunction with Safety "
Message Alert Symbols".
NOTE
DCA-300SSK SERIES — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure
to the operator, and are preceded by one of three words:
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if you
do not follow directions.
You COULD be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if
you do not follow directions.
You CAN be injured if you do not follow directions
Gasoline engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas is
colorless and odorless, and can cause
DEATH if inhaled. NEVER operate this
equipment in a confined area or enclosed structure that
does not provide ample free flow air.
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and
its vapors can cause an explosion if
ignited. DO NOT start the engine near
spilled fuel or combustible fluids.
DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine
is running or hot.
DO NOT overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system. Store fuel in approved containers, in
well-ventilated areas and away from sparks and flames.
NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
Engine components can generate extreme
heat. To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these
areas while the engine is running or
immediately after operations. NEVER
operate the engine with heat shields or heat
guards removed.
WARNING
DANGER
CAUTION
WARNING - LETHAL EXHAUST GASES
WARNING - BURN HAZARDS
WARNING - EXPLOSIVE FUEL
During operation of this generator, there
exists the possibility of
electrocution,
electrical shock or burn, which can cause
severe bodily harm or even DEATH!
DANGER - ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS