Diamond Products CVG1, Operator'S Manual

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CVG
1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Use protective eyewear or a face shield,
and avoid contact with the skin when
handling/servicing the battery.
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Use a proper battery tester when testing
the battery strength.
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Always be sure to connect the battery
cables to the proper terminal when
reconnecting the cables.
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Occasionally inspect the battery, cables,
clamps, and terminals for damages.
Service components as necessary.
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Always keep the battery cable clamps
away from the battery terminals when the
battery is disconnected to avoid accidental
connections while servicing.
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Immediately rinse your clothing, skin, or
eyes with water if exposed to battery acid.
Seek medical attention immediately!
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Disconnect the battery prior to servicing all
equipment components (unless stated
otherwise).
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Remove the battery when storing the
equipment for longer periods.
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Always use the correct size fuses (amps) to
prevent fires.
Fuel Safety
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Always use caution when refueling.
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Store all fuel in appropriate safety
containers.
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DO NOT operate the equipment with a fuel
leak.
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DO NOT fuel the equipment with the
engine running.
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Let the engine cool prior to adding fuel.
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Refer to the engine manual for
recommended fuels.
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Always use appropriate fuels in cold
weather.
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Move the equipment away from the
refueling area prior to starting the engine.
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DO NOT smoke or expose fuel to
open flames when filling the fuel
tank or working with fuel
.
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Clean up any spilled fuel prior to starting
the engine.
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Drain the fuel tank and fuel lines when
storing the equipment for longer periods of
time. Refer to the engine manual for
additional recommendations.
Engine Safety
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Refer to the engine manual as the primary
source for engine safety.
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Always know how to turn off the engine
quickly for emergency purposes.
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Make sure the equipment is in neutral
when starting the engine.
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Fill the fuel tank and check the oil level
prior to starting the engine.
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Keep all body parts away from
rotating equipment parts with the
engine running
.
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DO NOT start the engine without the air
filter(s) installed.
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DO NOT allow dust to enter the air intake
tube when cleaning/replacing air filter(s).
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Replace damaged components
immediately that may allow dust to enter
the engine.
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DO NOT leave the engine running
unattended.
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Always operate the equipment in well-
ventilated areas. Concentrated engine
exhaust can cause loss of
consciousness and/or death
.
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DO NOT touch the engine/muffler
assembly with the engine running, and
always let them cool down prior to touching
or servicing the equipment.
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Handle hot oil carefully when changing the
oil.
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Let the engine cool prior to removing
pressurized caps (applicable models).
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DO NOT use any starter substances or
starter fluids (e.g., starter fluid sprayed into
the air filter) when starting the engine using
a glow plug (applicable models). These
materials are extremely flammable and
explosive, and can melt parts or possibly
explode when used to help start the
engine.
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DO NOT expose yourself or anyone else to
the direct line of the blade when operating
the equipment.
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DO NOT allow any person, animal, and/or
objects in and around the work area while
cutting.
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