Multiquip CA4HC - Manual (Page 10)

PAGE 10 — CA4HC WALK-BEHIND TROWEL— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/29/06)
CA4HC TROWEL— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating
this equipment. Failure to read and understand and comply with
the Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in
injury to yourself and others.
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS!
This Owner's Manual has been developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and
efficient operation of the MQ
Whiteman CA4HC TROWEL.
For engine maintenance
information, please refer to the
engine manufacturer's
instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.
Before using this WALK-BEHIND TROWEL, ensure that the
operating individual has read, understands, and complies
with all instructions in this manual.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and
odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.
NEVER operate this equipment in a confined
area or enclosed structure that does not
provide ample free flow air.
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and its
vapors can cause an explosion if ignited. DO
NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or
combustible fluids. DO NOT fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot. DO NOT
overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or
sparks from the ignition system. Store fuel in
approved containers, in well-ventilated areas
and away from sparks and flames. NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.
Burn Hazards
Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operations. NEVER operate the engine with
heat shields or heat guards removed.
Guards and Entanglement Hazards
NEVER operate equipment with covers, or
guards removed. Keep
fingers, hands, hair
and clothing away from all moving parts to
prevent injury.
Explosive Fuel
Lethal Exhaust Gases
NOTE
SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words: DANGER,
WARNING, or CAUTION.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED
if you DO NOT follow these directions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY INJURED if
you DO NOT follow these directions.
You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow
these directions.
CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTION
DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
Potential hazards associated with trowel operation will be
referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this
manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety
Message Alert Symbols.
Rotating Blades Hazards
NEVER place hands or feet inside the guard
rings while the engine is running.