Multiquip LS-300 - Manual (Page 8)

PAGE 8 — MAYCO LS300 CONCRETE PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (06/21/10)
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the LS300 concrete pump:
GENERAL SAFETY
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler
or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before
servicing engine or pump.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine
to cool before adding fuel or performing
service and maintenance functions.
Contact with
hot! components can
cause serious burns.
■ The engine section 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. Remember the pump's engine gives off
DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.
■ 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.
■ NEVER 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.
■ ALWAYS remove the ignition key when leaving the pump
unattended.
■ ALWAYS block the wheels on the unit when using on a
slope.
■ ALWAYS maintain this equipment in a safe operating
condition at all times.
■ ALWAYS stop the engine before servicing, adding fuel or
oil.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ 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.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any
accident due to equipment modifications.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
DANGER - READ OPERATION AND PARTS
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.