Multiquip DCA100SSJU - Manual (Page 6)

PAGE 6 — DCA-100SSJU — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #2 (05/03/01)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
these parts to cool before servicing
engine or generator.
■ The engine of this generator requires an adequate free
flow of cooling air. Never operate the generator 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
generator or engine and
may cause injury to
people. The generator
engine gives off DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before
adding fuel or performing service and maintenance
functions. Contact with
hot components can cause serious
burns.
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 DCA-100SSJU portable generator:
GENERAL 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 this equipment 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 this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by MQ Power 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.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ Always check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.
CAUTION :
■ Always use extreme caution when
working with flammable liquids. When
refueling, stop the engine and allow it
to cool. DO NOT smoke around or near
the machine. Fire or explosion could
result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled
on a hot engine.
■ NEVER operate the generator in an
explosive atmosphere or near combustible
materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe
bodily harm or even
death.
■ Topping-off to filler port is
dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
Always refuel in a well-ventilated area,
away from sparks and open flames.
CAUTION:
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