Multiquip WBH16_16E - Manual (Page 9)

WBH16/WBH16e poWer Buggy • operation and parts manual — rev. #9 (12/03/10) — page 9
Safety infOrMatiOn
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.
 Keep fi ngers, hands hair and clothing away
from all moving parts to prevent injury.
 alWays shut down the engine before
performing service or maintenance.
 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
power buggy.
Caution
 never touch the hot exhaust manifold,
muffl er or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool
before servicing equipment.
 Make certain the operator knows how to and is capable
of turning the engine OFF in case of an emergency.
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.
 do not leave the power buggy in the vicinity of ovens,
furnaces or radiant heaters. Heat could raise the
pressure of the fuel so that vented gas could ignite.
Battery saFety (eleCtriC start only)
danger
 do not drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
 do not expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
Warning
 alWays wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
 Use well-insulated gloves when picking up
the battery.
 alWays keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
 do not charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode.
When frozen, warm the battery to at least 61°F (16°C).