Multiquip CP30H - Manual (Page 8)

PAGE 8 — STOW CP-30H CENTRIFUGAL PUMP — PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (05/30/03)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
■ ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with flammable
liquids. When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool.
DO NOT smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion
could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
■ NEVER operate the pump in an
explosive
atmosphere or near combustible
materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe
bodily harm or even
death.
■ Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
■ Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for engine technical
questions or information.
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold,
muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to
cool before servicing engine or pump.
■ The engine of this pump requires an adequate free flow of
cooling air. NEVER! operate the pump in any enclosed or
narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air
flow is restricted it will
cause serious damage to
the pump or engine and
may cause injury to
people and proper ty.
Remember the pump's
engine gives off DEADLY
gases.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact
with
hot components can cause serious burns.
DANGER:
Failure to follow instructions in this manual
may lead to serious injury or even death!
This equipment is to be operated by trained
and qualified personnel only! This
equipment is for industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the
centrifugal pump :
GENERAL SAFETY
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment before
reading this entire manual.
■ This equipment should not be operated by
persons under 18 years of age.
■ NEVER operate this equipment without proper
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-
toed boots and other protective devices required
by the job.
■ NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling
well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
■ NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.
■ ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask) hearing and eye
protection equipment when operating the pump.