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11.2 Risk of Injury and Property Damage When Transporting Water Pump
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Fire, inhalation,
damage to vehicle
surfaces
Fuel or oil can leak or spill, resulting in fire,
a breathing hazard, serious injury or death.
Fuel or oil leaks can damage carpet, paint
or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
The water pump is equipped with a fuel
drain valve; turn the valve to the off
position before transporting to avoid fuel
leaks. Transport fuel in an approved fuel
container. When transporting, always place
the water pump on a protective mat to
protect against damage from leaks.
Remove the water pump from the vehicle
immediately upon arrival at your
destination.
11.3 Risk of Breathing – Inhalation Hazard
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Gasoline engines
produce toxic
carbon monoxide
exhaust fumes
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause serious
injury or death.
Operate the water pump in a clean, dry,
well-ventilated area.
Never operate unit in enclosed areas such
as garages, basements, storage, sheds or in
any location occupied by humans or
animals. Keep children, pets and others
away from area of operating unit.
11.4 Risk of Unsafe Operation
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Careless operation
of water pump
All sources of energy include the potential
for injury. Unsafe operation or maintenance
of your water pump could lead to serious
injury or death to you or others.
Review and understand all of the operating
instructions and warnings in this manual.
Become familiar with the operation and
controls of the water pump. Know how to
shut it off quickly.
Equip the area of operation with a fire
extinguisher certified to handle gasoline or
fuel fires.
Keep children of others away from the
water pump at all times.
Operating water
pump while
suspended
The water pump will not operate properly
and will be damaged and could cause
serious injury or death to you or others.
Never operate water pump while suspended
or in an unlevel position. Always operate on
a flat, level surface.
11. Associated Risks and Preventative Measures
