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Safety information – Multiquip MGX-Series User Manual

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MgX SerieS • operaTion and parTS Manual — rev. #0 (03/26/12) — page 7

safety infOrMatiOn

general poWer Tool SaFeTy WarningS

Warning

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

may result in electric shock, fire and/or

serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

NOTICE

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your

mains-operated (corded) power tool.

WorK area SaFeTy

NOTICE

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas

invite accidents.

do noT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of fl ammable liquids, gases or

dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

alWayS clear the work area of any debris, tools, etc.

that would constitute a hazard while the equipment is

in operation.

No one other than the operator is to be in the working

area when the equipment is in operation.

do noT use the equipment for any purpose other than

its intended purpose or application.

This equipment should only be operated by trained and

qualifi ed personnel, 18 years of age and older.

Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and

safety decals when they become diffi cult read.

Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any

accident due to equipment modifi cations. Unauthorized

equipment modifi cation will void all warranties.

never use accessories or attachments that are not

recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage

to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.

alWayS know the location of the nearest

fi re extinguisher.

alWayS know the location of the nearest

fi rst aid kit.

alWayS know the location of the nearest phone or keep

a phone on the job site. Also, know the phone numbers

of the nearest

ambulance, doctor and fi re department.

This information will be invaluable in the case of an

emergency.

MoTor and FleXSHaFT SaFeTy

danger

alWayS wear rubber insulated gloves and boots when

holding the fl exshaft during operation. The possibility of

electrocution exists causing equipment damage and

severe bodily harm even death!

danger

If applicable, periodically check insulation resistance.

The possibility of electrocution exists causing equipment

damage and severe bodily harm even death!

Warning

never attempt to run the core outside the casing

assembly for any reason.

CauTion

do noT carry plugged-in motor with fi nger on the switch.

never carry the motor by the cord. Use the carrying

handle.

alWayS check the vibrator motor for loosened hardware

such as nuts and bolts before starting.

Keep the cord from heat, oil, and sharp objects.

do noT overload the motor. It will do a better and safer

job at the rate for which it was designed.