Flextool SP118OFT, Operation And Parts Manual

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saFety inFOrMatiOn
Fuel SaFetY
Danger
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Do not add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck
bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or
fi re due to static electricity
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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.
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alwaYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
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alwaYS use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
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Do not fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
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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.
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Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and fl ames.
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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.
FUEL
FUEL
BatterY SaFetY (eleCtriC Start onlY)
Danger
„
Do not drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
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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.
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Use well-insulated gloves when picking up
the battery.
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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).
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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.
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alwaYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.