Multiquip PS706036 - Manual (Page 16)

PAGE 16 — PS7060 MULTIQUIP SAW • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (06/02/08)
Battery
The battery contains acids that can cause injury to the eyes and
skin. To avoid eye irritation,
always wear safety glasses or face
shielding. Use well insulated gloves when picking the battery
up. Use the following guidelines when handling the battery.
■ DO NOT drop the battery. Any impact to
the battery may cause it to explode.
■ DO NOT expose the battery to open flames,
sparks, lit cigarettes etc. The battery
contains combustible gases and liquids. If
these gases and liquids come in contact
with a flame or spark an explosion can occur.
■ ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged a buildup of combustible gas will occur.
■ ALWAYS recharge the battery in a vented air environment
to avoid risk of a dangerous concentration of combustible
gases.
■ ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
PS7060 MULTIQUIP SAW — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ In case the battery liquid (dilute
sulfuric acid), comes in contact with
clothing or skin , rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
■ In case the battery liquid, (dilute sulfuric
acid), comes in contact with your eyes ,
rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water, then contact the
nearest doctor or hospital and seek medical attention.
■ Disconnect battery cables before
inspecting electrical system and
never "spark" battery terminals to test
for charge.
Maintenance Safety
■ Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil or
debris on the machine.
■ Repair damage to the saw immediately and always replace
broken parts.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use plastic food 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.
■ NEVER store saw with fuel in the tank for any extended period
of time. Always clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Emergencies
■ ALWAYS know the location of the
nearest first aid kit .
■ Know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department . Ensure
that a phone or radio is readily available at the
jobsite. If this is not possible, know the location of
the nearest phone. This information will be
invaluable in the event of an emergency.
■ ALWAYS know the location of
the nearest fire extinguisher .
■ Maintain this equipment in a safe operating condition at all
times.
■ ALWAYS shut down the engine and disconnect battery before
performing service or maintenance functions. Contact with
moving parts can cause serious injury.
■ Securely support any saw components that must be raised.
■ Prior to service, level the frame surface.
■ Anytime the saw is lifted onto its nose, or tilted fully back such
as for maintenance access, the high end of the saw MUST
be blocked up to prevent the possibility of crush injury.
■ ALWAYS allow the saw a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
saw.