Multiquip SFCG1 SERIES CE - Manual (Page 7)

SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (01/29/04) — PAGE 7
Safety precautions should be followed at all times when
operating this equipment. Failure to read, 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 instructions
for the safe and efficient
operation of the SFCG1
Concrete Saws. For engine
maintenance information, please
refer to the engine manufacturer's
instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.
Before using this Concrete Saw, ensure that the operating
individual has read, understands, and complies with all
instructions in this manual.
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.
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.
Explosive Fuel
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.
Rotating Parts
NEVER operate equipment with covers, or
guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair
and clothing away from all moving parts to
prevent injury.
NOTE
CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTI CAUTION
DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
Potential hazards associated with SFCG1 Concrete Saw
operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear
throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction
with Safety Message Alert Symbols.
SFCG1 CONCRETE SAW— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS