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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 27
• To handle portable lamps carefully and use only the ones that are provided with
metallic protection.
• To wear protective glasses in order to protect the eyes from gasoline, dust or
metals.
• To remember that the catalytic muffler reaches very high temperatures that can
cause serious burns or fires.
• Hence check that near the muffler there are no oil stains, wipers, paper or other
easily inflammable materials.
When working on batteries it is necessary to remember:
Car batteries contain sulphuric acid and produce explosive gases; hence pay attention
to the following instructions:
• Always wear protective glasses.
• Never leave tools onto the battery since they could cause accidental contacts.
• Before carrying out the test or the recharge, cover with a wet wiper the battery
openings so as to choke the explosive gases.
• Avoid the sparking when connecting the cables to the battery.
• Avoid electrolyte sprinkles on the skin, on the eyes and on cloths, since it is a
corrosive and highly toxic compound.
When working with a mains voltage fed equipment it is necessary:
• To verify if the equipment is earthed.
• To avoid touching it with wet hands.
• To work beeing insulated from earth.
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