Multiquip LS-300 - Manual (Page 6)

PAGE 6 — MAYCO LS300 CONCRETE PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (06/21/10)
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 Multiquip
Mayco
LS300 Concrete pump. Refer to the
engine manufacturers instructions for data
relative to its safe operation.
Before using this pump , 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.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if you
do not follow directions.
You COULD be KILLED or SERIOUSLY injured if
you do not follow directions.
You CAN be injured if you do not follow directions
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Diesel 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.
Potential hazards associated with operation of the pump will
be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear throughout
this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety
Message Alert Symbols. Some examples are listed below:
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. NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
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.
SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
WARNING
DANGER
CAUTION
WARNING - LETHAL EXHAUST GASES
WARNING - BURN HAZARDS
WARNING - EXPLOSIVE FUEL