Multiquip C10PH8 - Manual (Page 9)

C10SH8-PH8 CONCRETE MIXER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/06/09) — PAGE 9
SAFETY INFORMATION
FUEL SAFETY (GASOLINE MODELS ONLY)
DANGER
DO NOT  start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can
cause an explosion if ignited.
ALWAYS  refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
ALWAYS

use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
DO NOT  fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
DO NOT  overfi ll tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system.
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.
GENERATOR SAFETY
If using a generator to power mixer, refer to
applicable generator manual safety information
section.
ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY
(ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY)
NOTICE
Operate electric motor only at the specifi ed voltage 
indicated on the nameplate.
DO NOT

spray water onto electric motor.
ALWAYS  disconnect AC power plug from power source
before moving mixer.
ALWAYS  make sure the ON/OFF switch
on the electric motor is in the OFF position
when not in use and before inserting the
mixer’s power plug into an AC receptacle.
Power Cord/Cable Safety
DANGER
NEVER  let power cords or cables lay in water.
NEVER

use damaged or worn cables or cords when
connecting equipment to generator. Inspect for cuts in
the insulation.
NEVER  grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
Make sure power cables are securely connected.

Incorrect connections may cause electrical shock and
damage to the mixer.
CAUTION
Ensure that cables and cords will not be tripped over or 
trapped underneath the mixer.
NOTICE
ALWAYS  make certain that proper power or extension
cord has been selected for the job.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
CAUTION
NEVER

allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
ALWAYS  make sure forklift forks are inserted into pockets
(if applicable) as far as possible when lifting the mixer.
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.
DO NOT  lift machine to unnecessary heights.
ALWAYS  tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.
NEVER

tip the engine to extreme angles during lifting as
it may cause oil to gravitate into the cylinder head, making
the engine start diffi cult.