Stow Nighthawk Dedicated Light Tower LT-12D - Manual (Page 4)

PAGE 4 — LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/15/08)
Safety precautions should be followed
at all times when operating this
equipment. Failure to read and
understand 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 complete
instructions for the safe and
efficient operation of the
LT-12 Series Light Tower.
Before using this Light Tower, ensure that the operating
individual has read and understands 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.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Potential hazards associated with the LT-12 Series Light
Tower operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols
which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced
in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols.
NOTE
LT-12 SERIES LIGHT TOWER — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT 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.
Diesel fuel 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.
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.
WARNING - Lethan Exhaust Gasses
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if you DO
NOT follow directions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if you DO
NOT follow directions.
You CAN be INJURED if you DO NOT follow directions.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING - Explosive Fuel
WARNING - Burn Hazards
ALWAYS wear approved respiratory
protection when required.
CAUTION - Respiratory Hazard