Diamond Products CC4144D - Manual (Page 6)

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General Safety
• Read and understand all safety, operations, and
maintenance instructions provided in this manual
prior to operating or servicing the saw.
• Keep saw components clean and free of slurry,
concrete dust, and debris.
• Inspect water hoses prior to operating the saw.
Clean, repair, or replace damaged components.
• Raise the saw to a proper height for
access when working underneath the
saw. Use chocks to block the wheels,
and fit blocks/jacks under the frame
edges at the front and back of the frame for support.
• When using a jack to raise the saw, place the jack
against a solid, flat area under the frame base to
properly support the saw while lifting.
• Repair the saw immediately if a problem arises.
• Replace saw decals if unreadable.
• Dispose of all hazardous waste materials according
to city, state, and federal regulations.
• Always have a phone nearby, and locate the nearest
fire extinguisher and first aid kit prior to operating the
saw.
• Operate the saw wearing flame resistant clothing.
• Always wear safety glasses when removing retaining
rings.
• Persons under the statutory age limit should not
operate the saw.
• Replace all guards and access panels prior to
operating the saw.
• All non-routine maintenance tasks should be
performed by an authorized service center.
DO NOT:
• Operate the saw around combustible materials or
fumes to prevent fires/explosions.
• Drop equipment, supplies, tools, etc., when handling
to prevent injuries.
• Lift and carry equipment, supplies, tools, etc., that
are too heavy.
• Operate the saw without using the appropriate
safety equipment required for the work task.
• Operate or service the saw with clothing, hair, or
accessories that can snag in the machinery.
• Operate the saw using attachments not associated
with or recommended for the saw.
• Operate the saw with anyone near the work area.
• Operate the saw until unnecessary materials have
been removed from the work area.
DO NOT (cont.):
• Operate the saw with loose nuts, screws, and bolts.
• Operate the saw when ill or fatigued.
• Operate the saw under the influence of drugs and/or
alcohol.
• Operate the saw on steep slopes.
• Operate the saw with guards and access panels
removed.
• Grease/lubricate the saw with the engine running
unless stated otherwise.
• Touch hot components when operating the saw, or
until the saw cools down.
• Leave the saw unattended until the engine is off and
the blade has stopped spinning.
• Place the saw into storage until it cools down.
• Service the saw until it cools down.
• Service the saw with the engine running unless
stated otherwise.
Battery and Electrical Safety
• Ignitable explosive gases are
emitted from the battery. DO NOT
expose the battery to sparks or open
flames.
• Keep the area around the battery well-ventilated.
• Keep the battery level when handling it.
• Use protective eyewear or a face shield and avoid
contact with the skin when handling/servicing the
battery.
• Use a proper battery tester when testing the battery
strength.
• Always connect the battery cables to the proper
terminal to ensure safety.
• Regularly inspect the battery, cables, clamps, and
terminals for damages. Clean, replace, tighten and
grease components as necessary.
• Always keep the battery cable clamps away from the
battery terminals when the battery is disconnected to
avoid accidental connections.
• Immediately rinse your clothing, skin, or eyes with
water if exposed to battery acid. Seek medical
attention immediately!
• Disconnect the battery prior to servicing the saw
unless stated otherwise.
• Remove the battery when storing the saw for longer
periods.
• Disconnect the battery prior to servicing the
electrical system unless stated otherwise.
• Always use the correct size fuses (amps) to prevent
fires.