109823 2/09 1-1
SECTION 1: SAFETY
This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a
message intended to provide a reasonable degree of
PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons
during the normal operation and servicing of this
equipment.
BEFORE BEGINNING SERVICE OR REPAIR
1. Read and understand all instructions and safety
warnings in this manual and on any decals on the
equipment.
2. Make sure engine and work area are clean.
3. Place engine or machine on stable, level work
area and/or use an approved engine stand.
4. Stop engine and remove ignition key.
5. Allow engine to cool before preforming service.
6. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable before pre-
forming service or repair.
DANGER—denotes immediate hazards which WILL
result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING—denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which
COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
NOTE:—emphasizes general information worthy of
special attention.
All operators and mechanics should read this manual, and
be instructed about safe operating and maintenance
procedures. If the operators or mechanics cannot read
and understand English, it is the owner’s responsibility to
explain this material to them.
To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety
instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert
▲
symbol, which means DANGER or WARNING—“personal
safety instructions.” Failure to comply with the instructions
may result in personal injury or death.
AVOID FIRE HAZARDS
▲
Be prepared if an accident or fire should occur.
Know where the first aid kit and the fire
extinguishers are located and how to use them.
▲ Provide adequate ventilation when charging
batteries.
▲ Do not smoke near battery.
▲ Never check fuel level with an open flame.
▲ Never use an open flame to look for leaks
anywhere on the equipment.
▲ Never use an open flame as light anywhere on or
around the equipment.
▲ When preparing engine for storage, remember
that inhibitor is volatile and therefore dangerous.
Seal and tape openings after adding the inhibitor.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
▲ Inspect electrical wiring for worn or frayed
insulation. Install new wiring if wires are damaged.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
▲
Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguishers available.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance
service, hospital, and fire department near the
telephone.
ENGINE STARTING SAFETY
▲ Do not start engine by shorting across starter
terminals.
▲ Unauthorized modifications to the engine may
impair the function and/or safety and affect engine
life.
PREVENT BATTERY EXPLOSIONS
▲
Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks and flames
away from batteries. Use a flashlight to check
battery electrolyte level.
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