Multiquip QP303H - Manual (Page 7)

QP303H CENTRIFUGAL PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/29/14) — PAGE 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
„ NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection,
hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective
devices required by the job or city and state regulations.
„ NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or when
under medication.
„ NEVER operate this equipment under the infl uence of
drugs or alcohol.
NOTICE
„ This equipment should only be operated by trained and
qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older.
„ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become diffi cult read.
„ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any
accident due to equipment modifi cations. Unauthorized
equipment modifi cation will void all warranties.
„ NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage
to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
„ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
fi re extinguisher.
„ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
fi rst aid kit.
„ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest phone or keep
a phone on the job site. Also, know the phone numbers
of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fi re department.
This information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
PUMP SAFETY
DANGER
„ NEVER pump volatile, explosive, fl ammable or low fl ash
point fl uids. These fl uids could ignite or explode.
„ The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon
monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can
cause death if inhaled.
„ The engine of this equipment requires an adequate free
fl ow of cooling air. NEVER operate this equipment in any
enclosed or narrow area
where free fl ow of the air is
restricted. If the air fl ow is
restricted it will cause injury
to people and property and
serious damage to the
equipment or engine.
„ NEVER operate the equipment in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible materials. An
explosion or fi re could result causing severe
bodily harm or even death.
WARNING
„ NEVER pump corrosive chemicals or water containing
toxic substances. These fl uids could create serious
health and environmental hazards. Contact local
authorities for assistance.
„ NEVER open the priming plug when pump
is hot. Hot water inside could be pressurized
much like the radiator of an automobile.
Allow pump to cool to the touch before
loosening plug. The possibility exists of
scalding, resulting in severe bodily harm.
„ NEVER disconnect any emergency or safety devices.
These devices are intended for operator safety.
Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury,
bodily harm or even death. Disconnection of any of these
devices will void all warranties.
DANGEROUS
GAS FUMES