Safety information – Multiquip TRASH PUMP (hatz 1B40u-2203a diesel engine) Qp4tZt10p User Manual

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page 8 — qp4TzT10p/TMp16F/TMpXF Trash puMp • operaTion & parTs Manual — rev. #1 (08/29/11)

saFety inFOrMatiOn

CauTion

never lubricate components or attempt service on a

running machine.

never block or restrict flow from discharge hose.

Remove kinks from discharge line before starting pump.

Operation with a blocked discharge line can cause water

inside pump to overheat.

NOTICE

alWaYs fi ll the pump casing with water before starting

the engine. Failure to maintain water inside the pump

housing will cause severe damage to the pump and

mechanical seal.

In winter drain water from pump housing to prevent

freezing.

never start the pump with the clean-out cover removed.

The rotating impeller inside the pump can cut or sever

objects caught in it. Before starting the pump, check that

the clean-out cover is securely fastened.

alWaYs keep the machine in proper running condition.

alWaYs ensure pump is on level ground before use.

Fix damage to machine and replace any broken parts

immediately.

alWaYs store equipment properly when it is not being

used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location

out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel.

engine saFeTY

Warning

Do noT place hands or fingers inside engine

compartment when engine is running.

never operate the engine with heat shields or

guards removed.

Do noT remove the engine oil drain plug

while the engine is hot. Hot oil will gush

out of the oil tank and severely scald any

persons in the general area of the pump.

CauTion

never touch the hot exhaust manifold,

muffl er or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool

before servicing equipment.

NOTICE

never run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air

fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter

frequently to prevent engine malfunction.

never tamper with the factory settings

of the engine or engine governor. Damage

to the engine or equipment can result

if operating in speed ranges above the

maximum allowable.

Fuel saFeTY

Danger

Do noT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible

fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can

cause an explosion if ignited.

alWaYs refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from

sparks and open fl ames.

alWaYs use extreme caution when working with

fl ammable liquids.

Do noT fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running

or hot.

Do noT overfi ll tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it

comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from

the ignition system.

Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated

areas and away from sparks and fl ames.

never use fuel as a cleaning agent.

Do noT smoke around or near the

equipment. Fire or explosion could result

from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a

hot engine.

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