Multiquip MP1420E - Manual (Page 8)

PAGE 8 — MP1 — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #3 (03/29/10)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION:
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.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the MP1 SAW. Unless otherwise noted, these
guidelines refer to saws with gasoline powered engines.
SAFETY
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.
■ This equipment should not be operated by
persons under 18 years of age.
■ NEVER operate the saw without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots
and other protective devices required by the job.
■ NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking
medicine.
■ NEVER operate the saw under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■ 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.
■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized equipment
modification will void all warranties.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ ALWAYS check the saw for loosened threads or bolts before
starting.
■ NEVER operate the saw in an explosive atmosphere where
fumes are present or near combustible materials. An explosion
or fire could result causing severe
bodily harm or even
death.
■ NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
■ 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.
■ Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
■ ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to prevent carburetor
malfunction.
■ NEVER run the engine without the air filter. Severe engine
damage could occur. (Gasoline powered engines)
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
these parts to cool before servicing
the saw.
■ The engine of this saw (
gasoline model only ) requires an
adequate free flow of cooling air. NEVER operate the saw 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 saw's engine
and may cause injury to
people. Remember the
saw's engine gives off
DEADLY carbon monoxide
gas.
■ ALWAYS stop the engine before servicing, adding fuel and
oil.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact
with
hot! components can cause serious burns.
■ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated
area, away from sparks and open
flames.
SAFETY - GASOLINE POWERED ENGINES