Multiquip WM70SH8C - Manual (Page 9)

WM70SH5C/WM70SH8C Mixer • operaTion and parTS Manual — rev. #0 (06/07/11) — page 9
safety infOrMatiOn
Fuel SaFeTY (gaSoline ModelS onlY)
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.
generaTor SaFeTY
If using a generator to power mixer, refer to
applicable generator manual safety information
section.
eleCTriC MoTor SaFeTY
(eleCTriC ModelS onlY)
NOTICE
„ Operate electric motor only at the specifi ed voltage
indicated on the nameplate.
„ do noT spray water onto electric motor.
„ alWaYS disconnect AC power plug from power source
before moving mixer.
„ alWaYS make sure the ON/OFF switch
on the electric motor is in the OFF position
when not in use and before inserting the
mixer’s power plug into an AC receptacle.
power Cord/Cable Safety
danger
„ never let power cords or cables lay in water.
„ never use damaged or worn cables or cords when
connecting equipment to generator. Inspect for cuts in
the insulation.
„ never grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
„ Make sure power cables are securely connected.
Incorrect connections may cause electrical shock and
damage to the mixer.
CauTion
„ Ensure that cables and cords will not be tripped over or
trapped underneath the mixer.
NOTICE
„ alWaYS make certain that proper power or extension
cord has been selected for the job.
TranSporTing SaFeTY
CauTion
„ never allow any person or animal to stand underneath
the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
„ alWaYS make sure forklift forks are inserted into pockets
(if applicable) as far as possible when lifting the mixer.
„ alWaYS shutdown engine before transporting.
„ never lift the equipment while the engine is running.
„ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to
prevent fuel from spilling.
„ do noT lift machine to unnecessary heights.
„ alWaYS tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.
„ never tip the engine to extreme angles during lifting as
it may cause oil to gravitate into the cylinder head, making
the engine start diffi cult.