MK Diamond MK-5000 Gas - Manual (Page 4)

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MK-5000G saFeTY
eXPLOsiVe FUeL!
Gasoline is extremely flammable, its vapors can explode if ignited; store only in approved con-
tainers, in well-ventilated, unoccupied buildings and away from sparks or flames. Do not fill the
fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Spilled fuel could ignite if it contacts hot parts or
sparks from ignition. Do not start the engine near spilled fuel. Never use gasoline as a clean-
ing agent.
In order to prevent injury, keep guards in place and in working order at all times.
Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and
understand the Safety Precaution and Operating Instructions could result in injury to yourself and
others.This Operation and Parts Manual has been developed to provide complete instructions for the
safe and efficient operation of the MK-5000G Block Saw.
saFeTY MessaGe / aLerT sYMBOLs
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is
preceded by a safety alert symbol ( ) and one of three words: DaNGer, WarNiNG, or CaUTiON.
DaNGer
You WiLL be KiLLeD or seriOUsLY iNJUreD if you do not follow directions.
WarNiNG
You CaN be KiLLeD or seriOUsLY iNJUreD if you do not follow directions.
CaUTiON
You CaN be iNJUreD if you do not follow directions. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTiCe
You can cause PrOPerTY DaMaGe to your machine if you don’t follow directions.
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and what you can do to avoid or
reduce injury. Other important messages are preceded by the word NOTiCe.
The safety labels should be periodically inspected and cleaned by the user to maintain good legibility
at a safe viewing distance. If the label is worn, damaged or illegible, it should be replaced. Contact
MK Diamond or your dealer for replacement.
Before using this saw, ensure that the person operating the equipment has read and understands all in-
structions in this manual.
DaMaGe PreVeNTiON aND iNFOrMaTiON MessaGes
A Damage Prevention Message is to inform the user of important information and/or instructions that
could lead to equipment or other property damage if not followed. Information messages convey
information that pertains to the equipment being used. Each message will be preceded by the word
note, as in the example below.
KeeP GUarDs iN PLaCe
saFeTY PreCaUTiONs
GeNeraL saFeTY PreCaUTiONs aND HaZarD sYMBOLs
In order to prevent injury, the following safety precautions and symbols should be followed at all times!
NOTe: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.