Multiquip QP3TH - Manual (Page 9)

QP3TH TRASH PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #8 (01/29/14) — PAGE 9
SAFETY INFORMATION
„ 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.
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 and 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 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.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
CAUTION
„ NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
„ Before lifting, make sure that the equipment parts (hook
and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are
not loose or missing.
„ Always make sure crane or lifting device has been
properly secured to the lifting bail (hook) of the
equipment.
„ ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting.
„ NEVER lift the equipment while the engine is running.
„ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to
prevent fuel from spilling.
„ Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of suffi cient
strength.
„ Use one point suspension hook and lift straight upwards.
„ DO NOT lift machine to unnecessary heights.
„ ALWAYS tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.