Multiquip WBH16EAWD - Manual (Page 11)

WBH16eaWD epa poWer Buggy • operation anD parts manual — rev. #0 (09/09/13) — page 11
SAfETy INfORMATION
 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.
liFting saFety
Caution
 never allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
 When lifting of the power buggy is required, use a
properly rated forklift. Forklift pockets are provided on
the power buggy's frame. Make sure the forklift arms are
insert into the power buggy's fork lift pockets a minimum
of 24-inches.Before lifting, make sure that the lifting bale
is not damaged.
 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.
 Do not lift machine to unnecessary heights.
 never lift the equipment while the engine is running.
 alWays use ramps capable of supporting the weight
of the power buggy and the operator to load and unload
the power buggy.
transporting saFety
NOTICE
 alWays shutdown engine before transporting.
 Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to
prevent fuel from spilling.
 When transporting of the power buggy is required, place
the power buggy on a fl at bed truck or equivalent and
tie down securely.
 alWays make sure all tie-downs and block are in
place and the bucket is completely lowered in the fl at
(horizontal) position and securely latched.
 Place chock blocks underneath wheel to prevent rolling.
 When transporting the power buggy on a truck or trailer,
know the overall height to avoid contacting overhead
obstructions such as bridges and power lines. Check
the truck and ramp capacities.
environmental saFety
NOTICE
 Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of
potentially hazardous waste are used motor
oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
 Do not use food or plastic containers to
dispose of hazardous waste.
 Do not pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.