Flextool MQ WHITEMAN EHHNK5, Operating Instructions Manual

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EHHNK5 RIDE-ON TROWEL • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #3 (05/03/21) — PAGE 11
SAFETY INFORMATION
FUEL SAFETY
DANGER
„
DO NOT
start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can
cause an explosion if ignited.
„
ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
„
ALWAYS
use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable
liquids.
„
DO NOT
fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
„
DO NOT overfi ll tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system.
„ Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and fl ames.
„
NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.
„
DO NOT smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hot engine.
BATTERY SAFETY
DANGER
„
DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„
DO NOT
expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
„
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
„
Use well-insulated gloves when picking up
the battery.
„
ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„
DO NOT
charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode.
When frozen, warm the battery to at least 61°F (16°C).
„
ALWAYS
recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gases.
„
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid)
comes into contact with
clothing or skin
,
rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
„
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with
eyes
, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
„
ALWAYS
disconnect the
NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the equipment.
„
ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.