Ardisam EarthQuake WP4310, Operating & Parts Manual

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SAFETY SAFETY
SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is a deadly, colorless, tasteless, odorless gas
which may be present even if you do not smell or see
engine exhaust. Levels of carbon monoxide, which can
be deadly, can be present for days in an enclosed area
that has poor ventilation. Any level of carbon monoxide, if
inhaled, can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea,
dizziness, confusion and eventually death. If you
experience any of these symptoms, seek fresh air and
medical attention immediately.
Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
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Never run engine indoors or in a confined area.
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Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon
monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.
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Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may
be pulled into a building.
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Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area
where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily
removed. (Examples include large holes or areas where
hills surround your working area.)
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Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area. (Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on
one or more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)
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Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler
pointed away from the operator.
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Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone.
Bystanders should always be many feet away from the
operation of the engine.
Gasoline Fires and Handling Fuel Safely
Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable. Never use fuel
where a spark or flame may be present. Never use fuel
where a potential source of ignition could occur.
(Examples include: hot water or space heaters, clothes
dryer, electric motors, etc.) Keep flames and sparks away
from engine and fuel to prevent fires. Fuel fires spread
very quickly and are highly explosive.
Prevention of Gasoline Fires
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Always fill fuel tank outside in a well ventilated area
with the engine stopped.
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Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Stop engine and allow to cool before filling.
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Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.
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Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine
before starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
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If fuel spillage occurs, wipe away carefully and allow
fuel to dry before starting the engine.
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Allow fuel fumes/vapors to escape from the area
before starting engine.
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Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting
and using engine.
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Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed
on the engine.
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Never smoke while refilling engine fuel tank.
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Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric
discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (U.L.) or the
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).
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Do not store engine with fuel in fuel tank indoors. Fuel
and fuel vapors are highly explosive.
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During storage, screw down gas cap vent screw
tightly.
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Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank.
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Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank.
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Always have an adult fill the fuel tank.
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Never allow anyone under the influence of drugs or
alcohol to fill engine.
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Never allow children to fill the fuel tank.